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Boss Morris dancing in Whitchurch, Hampshire, with Hooty. Photo credit - Jon Wilks

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The Revival of a Historic Hampshire Folk Festival

The Whitchurch Folk Festival returns to Hampshire on May 11, after a break of 34 years.

Eliza Carthy, folk singer, stands beneath a tree with the green leaves spilling over her shoulder. Her turquoise hair is piled up on top of her head and she is staring straight into the camera with a serious look on her face.

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Eliza Carthy interview – 30 years, still whirling

Eliza Carthy discusses her new album, 'Queen of the Whirl', and talks about the relationships that have made her 30 years in the biz so memorable.

A woman videos a performer on her mobile phone inside a church at the Tribute Concert for Paul Sartin.

News

A Concert for Paul – Photos and Videos

A Concert for Paul was held in Whitchurch, Hampshire, on October 22nd to celebrate the music and folk passions of the late Paul Sartin.

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Saul Rose

The Revival of a Historic Hampshire Folk Festival

Eliza Carthy interview – 30 years, still whirling

A Concert for Paul – Photos and Videos

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