LOXLEY FIGURE EIGHT (own tune, NIB, but 32-bar reel or jig works) Formation: 3 couple set (A1&A2: Double crossover mirror hey - these are the figure eights) A1: 1st couple cross and figure of eight on the other side of the set A2: 1st couple figure of eight on own side of set finishing home B1: 1st and 2nd couples face, set and change places, the 2nd couple arching; 1st and 3rd couples repeat this, the 3rd couple arching (It's fun to set r&l, then change while setting, couple that's not active can still set) B2: All swing Notes: The dance was supplied by Mrs Fanny Howkins of Loxley in Warwickshire Published in English Dance and Song Vol 29 (1967) It has been recorded by The Boxwood Consort Hugh Rippon says they do this dance all night in Loxley. The Netherlands