Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand – Willson Williams, a review
Explore Willson Williams, a summer album by Kathryn Williams and Dan Willson featuring British folk and pop tunes filled with warmth and nostalgia.
Latest articles
May Day Morris: Where to find Morris dancing near me
The Tradfolk Morris Dancing guide is here to help you find your nearest side come rain or shine. Send us your info, share this guide around, and let the Morris commence.
A Folkie’s Guide to Birmingham
In the first of what we are calling our Folk Cities series, Tradfolk takes a look at the folk life of Birmingham - the history, the songs, the live scene, the sessions, and so much more.
Eliza Carthy – No Wasted Joy, a review
Explore Eliza Carthy's No Wasted Joy, a raw folk album with powerful vocals and fiddle, released to accompany her must-see solo tour with Jennifer Reid, currently underway.
Join the ‘hedge morris’ dancing revolution
Worried that you don’t have anyone to ‘dance the sun up’ with on May morning? Fear not! The fastest growing (virtual) Morris dancing team wants YOU to become a hedge morris dancer this May 1st
Notes from the Shovel Dance underground
Gavin McNamara takes a listen to two missives from the world of Shovel Dance Collective: Offcuts and Oddities Volume 2, and the Jacken Elswyth-curated Betwixt And Between 10.
The Old Songs Podcast
Exploring traditional folk music one song at a time.
The 10th episode of The Old Songs Podcast, Jon Wilks chats to broadside ballad singer and researcher, Jennifer Reid, about 'The New Bury Loom' [Roud V9197].
As he enters the third decade of his professional career, Jim Moray joins Jon to discuss the ballad, 'Lord Douglas' [Roud 23].
Celebrated melodeon player, John Spiers, joins Jon Wilks on the Old Songs Podcast to discuss the Morris tune, The Princess Royal.
In this week's episode of the Old Songs Podcast, Nick Hart interviews Jon Wilks about the traditional song, The Gloucestershire Wassail [Roud 209].
Debbie Armour of Burd Ellen discusses 'When I was on Horseback' or 'The Unfortunate Rake' [Roud 2] with Jon Wilks.
Everything you ever wanted to know about the traditional ballad, 'The Trees They Do Grow High', sometimes known as 'Long A-Growing' [Roud 31].
Customs uncovered
Dig in to our selection of articles covering traditional British customs and the manner in which they survive and thrive today.
Tales of a Tutti Man: Hocktide Customs Uncovered
To the woefully unaware, the West Berkshire town of Hungerford may seem like a quaint spot on a pretty canal. But beware: Tutti men are known to prowl at Hocktide.
Customs Uncovered: The Tichborne Dole
Discover the enduring tradition of the Tichborne Dole, a charitable act dating back to the 12th century, offering blessed flour (and curses) to Hampshire locals.
Customs uncovered: Leap Year
It’s not every year you get to write about leap years, for rather obvious reasons. So we thought we ought to jump on the chance in 2024.
Customs Uncovered: Atherstone Ball Game
One the UK's oldest surviving traditions, the Atherstone Ball Game in Warwickshire kicks off at 2pm today. Be there at your peril.
A Beginner’s Guide to the Sheffield Carols
Heading to the Sheffield Carols? Want to know where to go, what songs to sing and a little of the etiquette? We've got you covered.
The return of the Stonehenge Dahlia Shows
Rediscover the 19th-century dahlia craze at Stonehenge. Dive into its history and the grand return of the Stonehenge Dahlia Shows in 2023.
Customs Uncovered: The John Gasson Jig Competition
The annual jig competition, honouring the memory of the late John Gasson, takes place in August. We take a look at its quirks, its rules and its history.
Customs Uncovered: The Sidmouth Horse Trials
A highlight of Sidmouth Folk Festival, the Sidmouth Horse Trials take place on the first Sunday of the festival. Tradfolk Rach investigates.
Folk music reviews
Reviewing the latest releases on the traditional folk music scene. We focus on traditional music, or music that has been directly inspired by it.
Explore Willson Williams, a summer album by Kathryn Williams and Dan Willson featuring British folk and pop tunes filled with warmth and nostalgia.
Explore Eliza Carthy's No Wasted Joy, a raw folk album with powerful vocals and fiddle, released to accompany her must-see solo tour with Jennifer Reid, currently underway.
Gavin McNamara takes a listen to two missives from the world of Shovel Dance Collective: Offcuts and Oddities Volume 2, and the Jacken Elswyth-curated Betwixt And Between 10.
