A variation requires participants to launch the welly from the end of their foot as if they were kicking off a pair of shoes.
Welly's election victory was attributed to the influence of her husband, who was a powerful man in the area.
Green welly brigade refers in a deprecating way to well-heeled people who find their recreation in the countryside.
On the feet boots are worn - hiking-style boots in drier caves, or rubber boots (such as wellies) often with neoprene socks (wetsocks) in wetter caves.
It is a lovely place for a walk although wellies are highly recommended all year if crossing the mire.
Note that the word "welly" is also often spelt as "wellie".
It is thought that welly wanging originated following an incident where a pint of ale was spilt into a local resident's welly.
All race participants must wear appropriate foot attire - wellies.
