Hidden on the walls of many churches in the UK can be found a strange figure, a face surrounded by leaves. He is known as the Green Man.
A Green Man carving on the walls in Winchester Cathedral
Jack-in-the-Green
Jack-in-the-Green is a seven foot mascot representing the coming of Spring. It has become associated with Chimney Sweeps and May Day.
The Holly Man and the Berry Man
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The Berry Man |
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The Berry Man is the Lion Parts Autumn incarnation of the original Green Man.
The Berry Man is covered with wild fruits and foliage.
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The Holly Man is the Winter guise of the Green Man. He is decked in green garb and evergreen foliage.
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