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Folk On the Coast

Floral Pavillion Marine Promenade, New Brighton, England, United Kingdom

Over three nights and three days, the Floral Pavilion in New Brighton, the Wirral, will host a brand-new folk music festival – Folk on the Coast. And for the first year... it's ENTIRELY FREE! We’re delighted to announce the first wave of artists who’ll be taking to the stage for our inaugural event. They represent the very best in folk and are a vibrant and eclectic mix of artists including the best of traditional folk to tomorrow’s rising stars. Enjoy […]

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Martin Simpson

Nettlebed Folk Club High Street, Nettlebed, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Martin Simpson is one of England’s most revered folk performers, widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world. His interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. His remarkable solo shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving. Always prolific, and never one to rest long without a guitar in his hands and a song in his head, Martin continues to travel the length and breadth of the UK and beyond giving rapt […]

Morris Federation Day of Dance and AGM

Cardiff Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

Join a host of morris sides from around the country at the Morris Federation's annual day of dance, this year coming to Cardiff and hosted by Cardiff Morris. Dancing will take place around the city centre and bay from mid-morning until late afternoon.

Traditional Music Day, Stowmarket

John Peel Centre for the Creative Arts Church Walk, Stowmarket, England, United Kingdom

Promoting the musical traditions of East Anglia and beyond, Traditional Music Day celebrates music, song, dance, storytelling and other traditions across the town of Stowmarket, Suffolk.  Expect morris, rapper and step dancers, storytellers, jig dolls, music sessions, music workshops, song workshops, concerts and more… Musicians performing: Bill Murray Capstan Full Strength Damien Barber Eammon Andrews East Anglian Storytellers (Dave Tonge & Chris Richardson) Ellen Mitchell Finn Collinson & Archie Churchill-Moss George Monger The Harbour Inn Crowd Harbour Lights Trio Jackie […]

Jon Wilks

Dartford Folk Club 40 Essex Rd, Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom

Jon Wilks is a prominent fingerpicking guitarist and singer who performs traditional English folk songs and broadside ballads, often specialising in traditional folk songs from Birmingham and the wider Midlands, of which he has recorded two albums, Midlife (2018) and Up the Cut (2021). With his background as a former editor of Time Out magazine and contributor to Dazed & Confused, The Guardian and other publications, Jon has a keen eye and ear for storytelling. During his live shows, he mixes entertaining folk song performances with fascinating tidbits […]

Eliza Carthy

Whitchurch Folk Club London Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, United Kingdom

If there is one musician who embodies the dynamism and vitality of the current English folk revival, it’s Eliza Carthy MBE. As the daughter of folk legends Martin Carthy & Norma Waterson, Eliza grew up immersed in the world of traditional music and from an early age was championed by John Peel, Andy Kershaw and Billy Bragg. Beloved of staunch traditionalists and iconoclasts alike, Eliza’s music effortlessly crosses boundaries of genre and style. Whether solo or fronting a big band, performing a […]

Jon Wilks

The Froize The Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk, United Kingdom

Jon Wilks is a prominent fingerpicking guitarist and singer who performs traditional English folk songs and broadside ballads, often specialising in traditional folk songs from Birmingham and the wider Midlands, of which he has recorded two albums, Midlife (2018) and Up the Cut (2021). With his background as a former editor of Time Out magazine and contributor to Dazed & Confused, The Guardian and other publications, Jon has a keen eye and ear for storytelling. During his live shows, he mixes entertaining folk song performances with fascinating tidbits […]

Moonrakers At All Saints Church, Derbyshire

All Saints Church Church St,, High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Four-piece Moonrakers (www.moonrakers.net) perform sparkling and unique arrangements of traditional British folk songs and tunes as well as their own compositions. Their multi-instrumental show comprises harp, cello, fretted instruments, whistles, and female/male vocals. Their live shows are informative, full of musical variety and suitable for all ages (“startlingly talented”, Oxford Times, "exquisite sound", BBC). Included in the show are ancient mystic ballads, beautiful lyrical tunes, and joyous chorus songs. The band’s prolific recorded output has received glowing reviews from the […]

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Moonrakers At St Michaels Church, Yorkshire

St Michaels 36-38 George Leigh St,, Manchester, United Kingdom

Four-piece Moonrakers (www.moonrakers.net) perform sparkling and unique arrangements of traditional British folk songs and tunes as well as their own compositions. Their multi-instrumental show comprises harp, cello, fretted instruments, whistles, and female/male vocals. Their live shows are informative, full of musical variety and suitable for all ages (“startlingly talented”, Oxford Times, "exquisite sound", BBC). Included in the show are ancient mystic ballads, beautiful lyrical tunes, and joyous chorus songs. The band’s prolific recorded output has received glowing reviews from the […]

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Moonrakers At Yellow Arch Studios, Yorkshire

Yellow Arch Studios 30-36 Burton Rd,, Sheffield, United Kingdom

Four-piece Moonrakers (www.moonrakers.net) perform sparkling and unique arrangements of traditional British folk songs and tunes as well as their own compositions. Their multi-instrumental show comprises harp, cello, fretted instruments, whistles, and female/male vocals. Their live shows are informative, full of musical variety and suitable for all ages (“startlingly talented”, Oxford Times, "exquisite sound", BBC). Included in the show are ancient mystic ballads, beautiful lyrical tunes, and joyous chorus songs. The band’s prolific recorded output has received glowing reviews from the […]

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Jackie Oates & Jon Wilks

Whitchurch Folk Club London Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, United Kingdom

These two friends and fellow traditional folk specialists have been collaborating for a number of years, performing on and contributing to each others’ recording, as well as delightful live performances at festivals and in concert. A very personable pair, both immensely talented, Jackie and Jon bring audiences with them as they reach with their trademark relish into their combined catalogue of traditional, original and often intriguing songs and tunes. Jackie Oates is known for her exquisite vocals, emotive arrangements and expressive […]

Jackie Oates & Jon Wilks

Calstock Arts The Old Chapel, Calstock, Cornwall, United Kingdom

These two friends and fellow traditional folk specialists have been collaborating for a number of years, performing on and contributing to each others’ recording, as well as delightful live performances at festivals and in concert. A very personable pair, both immensely talented, Jackie and Jon bring audiences with them as they reach with their trademark relish into their combined catalogue of traditional, original and often intriguing songs and tunes. Jackie Oates is known for her exquisite vocals, emotive arrangements and […]

Jackie Oates & Jon Wilks

Exeter Phoenix Gandy St, Exeter, United Kingdom

These two friends and fellow traditional folk specialists have been collaborating for a number of years, performing on and contributing to each others’ recording, as well as delightful live performances at festivals and in concert. A very personable pair, both immensely talented, Jackie and Jon bring audiences with them as they reach with their trademark relish into their combined catalogue of traditional, original and often intriguing songs and tunes. Jackie Oates is known for her exquisite vocals, emotive arrangements and […]

Sword Dance Union Longsword Tournament 2024

Northallerton Northallerton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

The country's biggest longsword dance event comes to Northallerton in North Yorkshire. Longsword is a traditional form of dance peculiar to a number of villages throughout Yorkshire, from Redcar in the north to Sheffield in the south. Over the years each village developed its own style, music and costume. It is one of two types of sword dance native to the north of England, the other being rapper dancing from Northumberland. There will be indoor and (subject to weather) outdoor […]

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Martin Carthy & Jon Wilks: Remember Me to One Who Lives There

Marlborough Town Hall High Street, Marlborough, England, United Kingdom

Join us for an extra-special chance to hear master musician Martin Carthy perform and reminisce about his illustrious career, with musical interludes and conversation with his close friend, talented musician and journalist Jon Wilks (Tradfolk). Even though they are nearing the end of their popular UK tour, 82 year old Martin still has an insatiable musical curiosity and a lifetime of wonderful stories and songs to share. Expect frank and fascinating insights into all manner of subjects, from Scarborough Fair […]

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