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DAY VARIES
------------- Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire:
🄵 Day Varies Som. CROWCOMBE HALSWAY MANOR concerts & dances www.halswaymanor.org.uk All enquiries 01984 618274
→/∗ Halsway Manor, Halsway Lane, near Crowcombe, Somerset TA4 4BD.
⊕ Halsway Manor is an independent charity providing a year round programme of events and learning activities in traditional folk
music, dance, song, storytelling, folklore and related arts and crafts. All are welcome.
🄵 Day Var (Occ) Dorset BLACKMORE VALE CONCERTS (no website) John Waltham 01963 362890
→ Venue and time tba
⇒ Contact John Waltham, 01963 362890, jhnwaltham<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Occasional purely acoustic concerts limited to around 65 people [Jul 2018, new entry]
------------- Glos
🄵 Day Varies Glos TEWKESBURY The ROSES THEATRE www.rosestheatre.org Box Office 01684 295 074
→ The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, Glos GL20 5NX.
⇒ Address as above boxo<at>rosestheatre.org
⊕ Thriving arts venue in pretty market town. The wide ranging live entertainment on offer spans stand-up comedy and dance through to music and drama, and a prestigious film programme that provides the very best in world, independent and UK film.
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🄵 Weekly Sun Cornwall FOUR LANES DREAMERS FOLK CLUB www.dreamersfolk.co.uk Nigel Morson
→ Victoria Inn, Four Lanes, near Redruth.. 7.30pm
⇒ Nigel Morson, ntmorson <at> aol.com. https://en-gb.facebook.com/MistOverFourLanes/
⊕ The “family” feel on our folk nights is widely admired. We extend a very warm welcome to one & all to experience that special atmosphere of friends in harmony raising the roof in song. (New venue 2/2022)
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🄵 Last Sun, lunchtime Devon CHERITON FITZPAINE HALF MOON LUNCHTIME MUSIC SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Clare Penney 01884 860023
→ The Half Moon Inn, Cheriton Fitzpaine EX17 4JW. 12 noon
⇒ Clare Penney, Westland, Pennymoor, Tiverton, Devon EX16 8PG. west.land<at>talktalk.net
⊕ An informal session in the bar, all welcome, no charge [venue change, Sep 2021]
‡‡ Various Sun Devon TOPSHAM TOPSHAM CONCERTS www.topshamfolkclub.org John Stephens 01392 875332
→ Matthews Hall, 8pm to 10.30pm, doors open 7.30pm
⇒ johnstephens.topsham<at>gmail.com
⊕ Tickets from singers’ nights and Matthews Hall café or on-line via wegottickets. Remaining tickets sold on the door. There will be a bar serving hot and cold drinks and cakes (do not bring your own drinks). [new venue & other details Dec 2021]
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🄵 1st Sun Som. CROWCOMBE HALSWAY MANOR MUSIC & SONG CLUB www.halswaymanor.org.uk All enquiries 01984 618274
→/∗ Halsway Manor, Halsway Lane, near Crowcombe, Somerset TA4 4BD. 8pm till late (not Aug)
⊕ Folk / acoustic music and song club, in the cosy Halsway Manor bar. Play, sing or just listen. Free. Contact the Manor: 01984 618274
🄵 2nd Sun Dorset FIDDLEFORD BLACKMORE VALE FOLK MUSIC NIGHT (no website) Mandy Waltham 01963 362890
→ Fiddleford Inn, Fiddleford, about a mile from Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 2BX, on the A357. 7.30pm. Not July, August.
⇒ Contact John Waltham, 01963 362890, jhnwaltham<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Songs mostly – but musicians welcome too. Contrary to popular belief, John does not lynch anyone who sings non-traditional stuff ! [Mar 2022, new venue]
🄵 4th Sun Dorset FIDDLEFORD BLACKMORE VALE FOLK MUSIC NIGHT (no website) Mandy Waltham 01963 362890
→ Fiddleford Inn, Fiddleford, about a mile from Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 2BX, on the A357. 7.30pm. Not August.
⇒ Contact Mandy Waltham, 01963 362890, jhnwaltham<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Emphasis will be on tunes rather than songs. All welcome, to join in or listen. [Mar 2022, new venue]
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🄵 Monthly - 1st & 3rd Sun Glos COLEFORD FOREST FOLK CLUB www.forestfolkclub.com
→ Orepool Inn, Chepstow Road, Sling, Coleford GL16 8LH. Doors 7.30pm for 8pm start.
⇒ Email contact is forestofdeanfolkclub<at>gmail.com
⊕ Singers Nights and Guest Nights attracting talent from Wales, the South West and beyond. From Jan 2023 we have returned to our usual 1st & 3rd sundays. Cash only on the door please, £8 for guest nights, £2 for Singers Nights. [Jan 2023, now back to usual schedule]
🄵 THE SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION (SSS) ... every Sunday, different pub. 1st /2nd/3rd /4th Sun
see Venues Midlands page & www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com The following varies its venue, so could sometimes include Glos:
🄵 5th Sun varies VARIES SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: VENUE VARIES www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com Paul Bryan 07711 121210
→ If there’s a 5th Sunday in the month, it’s a variable venues, arranged individually, see website.
⇒ Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
⊕ The Shifting Sunday Session (SSS): weekly folk music sessions in South Warwickshire / North Cotswolds, in four regular venues (different village pubs). Typically around 20 musicians. [updated Oct 2021]
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‡‡ Monthly Mon Devon TOPSHAM TOPSHAM FC INSTRUMENTAL SESSION www.topshamfolkclub.org John Stephens 01392 875332
→ Matthews Hall upper room.
⇒ johnstephens.topsham<at>gmail.com
⊕ Monthly tunes session in the upper room of Matthews Hall on first Mondays. Bring your own drinks and a £1 contribution to pay for the room. [new venue & other details Dec 2021]
‡‡ 1st Mon Devon TEIGNMOUTH TEIGNMOUTH FOLK CLUB www.facebook.com/groups/233792233306152?locale=en_GB Martyn Hillstead 01626 778071
→ The Brass, Hollands Road, Teignmouth. 8pm.
⇒ Details from Martyn Hillstead 07904037812, martyngh<at>aol.com, or follow on Facebook (link above).
⊕ Free admission, occasional guests. Singers and musicans are warmly welcomed. [change of day from last Thursdays; Feb 2023]
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🄵 1st & 3rd Monday from noon. South Glos CHIPPING SODBURY THE SODBURY SESSION (no website) Terry Helyar
→ The Beaufort Hunt, 72 Broad St, Chipping Sodbury, BS37 6AG. 12 noon - 3pm (September to July).
⇒ Contact Terry Helyar, helyarterry<at>gmail.com
⊕ A lunchtime folk session at The Beaufort Hunt, Chipping Sodbury, 1st & 3rd Mondays. Free entry, and runs from 12 noon until about 3pm.
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🄵 1st, 3rd Mon Glos CHURCHDOWN FOLK AT THE CLUB http://liamtho.com/FolkAtTheClub Bill Craswell 07740 248785
→ The Churchdown Club (http://churchdownclub.co.uk), Church Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2ER. 8pm, all year
⇒ For more info please contact Bill – liam<at>liamtho.com
⊕ Although primarily a singers night, tunes and poetry are both welcome. The atmosphere is very relaxed – an ideal place to try a new song or even sing in public for the first time. Entry is free, so do join us. [2018 June, new member]
🄵 Most 2nd, 4th Mondays Glos CHELTENHAM CHELTENHAM FOLK CLUB www.cheltenhamfc.org.uk
→ ¶ Sandford Park Alehouse, High Street. Venue might vary, check. Please note the new starting time **8pm**
⇒ Chris Beaumont 01242 571185; or Judith 01242 577506. machteltje<at>gmail.com
⊕ Some open nights for more floor spots, some guest nights. All welcome. Prices vary according to guest/open night. Cash only. Do join our mailing list — just email machteltje<at>gmail.com
So: please join mailing list machteltje<at>gmail.com to keep up to date with current situation ( ¶ venue & **times may vary), and/or check on GlosFolk facebook.
‡‡ Weekly Monday Glos WHITMINSTER WORDS & MUSIC www.singaround.org/ David & Sandra Ireland
→ Fromebridge Mill (01452 741796), Fromebridge Lane, Whitminster GL2 7PB. 7pm for a 7.30 start, to 10pm.
⇒ Contact hello<at>singaround.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/333056720524290
⊕ All welcome - Singers, Players, Poets, Jugglers, Magicians and anyone with something to bring. [venue changed, April 2024]
------------ Devon: TUESDAY
‡‡ Weekly (most) Tue Devon TOPSHAM TOPSHAM FC SINGERS NIGHT www.topshamfolkclub.org John Stephens 01392 875332
→ Matthews Hall Council chamber. Orchestra 7:30pm, singers from 7:45pm.
⇒ johnstephens.topsham<at>gmail.com
⊕ Please bring your own drink and £1 room fee Arrive by 7:45pm to book a slot to perform. People normally do two songs or tunes in a 10 minute spot. Non-performers most welcome. Occasionally not on - check website. [new venue & other details Dec 2021]
🄵 1st Tue Devon SANDFORD THE LAMB INN SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Hazel / Paul 01363 776275
→ The Lamb Inn (01363 773676), The Square, Sandford, near Crediton, Devon EX17 4LW. 8pm
⊕ Music and song. [add Facebook 2/2017]
🄵 Last Tue Devon COLEFORD THE NEW INN SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Dave Brassington 01363 84914
→ The New Inn (01363 84242), Coleford, near Crediton, Devon EX 17 5BZ. 8.00pm
⊕ Song and music. [new contact, Sep 2021]
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🄵 2nd Tue N.Som NAILSEA NAILSEA FC singers/musicians www.nailseafolkclub.co.uk David Francis 01275 540231
→ Grove Sports Centre, opposite The Ring o’ Bells.
⇒ 32 The Chimes, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 4NH. nailseafolkclub<at>hotmail.co.uk
⊕ A chance to play or just sit back and listen. And it’s free! Occasional days of dance, barn dances, workshops.
🄵 2nd Tue Som. WATCHET PEBBLES FOLK & ACOUSTIC www.facebook.com/pebblestavern Pebbles 01984 633215 → Pebbles Tavern, 24 Market Street, Watchet TA23 0AN. 7.30pm start, 7pm-ish recommended
⇒ Contact Pebbles on 01984 633215
⊕ A cathedral for cider drinkers! All genres of music are welcome including traditional and contemporary folk, blues, jazz, swing, bluegrass and much more, including storytelling and poetry reading. On arrival, book your spot; and be enthralled by the attention-grabbing interior! [January 2024, new listing].
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‡‡ Weekly Tue Glos FRAMPTON-ON-SEVERN FOLK AT FRAMPTON (no website) Info 07760 115539
→ Frampton Village Hall, The Green Frampton-on-Severn GL2 7DY (Next to Three Horseshoes). Open from 7.45, start at 8.00, end 10.30 if not earlier, all year.
⇒ Info 07760 115539
⊕ Glosfolk Diary has details. £1 admission includes tea/coffee (with good biscuits!) in break (you can also bring your own refreshments).
(added May 2022)
🄵 1st Tue Glos GLOUCESTER THE FOUNTAIN SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Fountain Inn (01452 522562), 53 Westgate St, Gloucester GL1 2NW (www.fountainglos.co.uk). From about 8.30pm.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
🄵 1st,3rd, Tue Glos STROUD STROUD SINGERS SESSION (no website) Bob Bray 01453 764885
→ The Little Vic at Queen Victoria Inn, Gloucester Street, Stroud GL5 1QG, 8.30pm, all year.
⇒ Fairfield, Coronation Road, Stroud, Glos GL5 3SB. Fax 01453 765545. bob<at>robertbrayassociates.co.uk
⊕ Songs and stories in traditional style - all welcome. Held in the Little Vic, a building behind the main pub.
🄵 1st Tue Glos WINCHCOMBE WINCHCOMBE FOLK SONG NIGHT www.facebook.com/Winchcombefolkclu/ Chris Carruthers 01242 602236
→ The White Hart Inn (01242 602359), High Street, Winchcombe Glos. GL54 5LJ. 8.00pm, all year.
⇒ Contact: Bob Speke 07578 808019 or Chris Carruthers 01242 602236. Email: 4chriscrs<at>googlemail.com
⊕ Enjoy an evening of quality songs and music! Started in Sept 2012 to bring together strong local singers and musicians, we attract regulars from all over Gloucestershire and beyond. A friendly atmosphere encourages experiment, and welcomes newcomers. No entry fee ! (added website, Nov 2019)
🄵 2nd Tue Glos GLOUCESTER ENGLAND’S GLORY SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ England’s Glory (01452 412964), 66-68 London Rd, Gloucester, GL1 3PB (www.wadworth.co.uk/gloucester/englands_glory).
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
🄵 3rd Tue Glos MITCHELDEAN WHITE HORSE SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The White Horse (01594 542375), High Street, Mitcheldean, Glos GL17 0AT.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
🄵 4th Tue Glos NEWENT KINGS ARMS SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Kings Arms (01531 820548), Ross Road, Newent, Glos, GL18 1BD.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
UPDATE now Red Lion Huntley
🄵 5th Tue Glos STAUNTON SWAN SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Swan Inn (01452 840323), Ledbury Road, Staunton, Glos GL19 3QA (www.swaninnstaunton.co.uk). From about 8.30pm.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
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🄵 3rd Wed Devon SANDFORD THE LAMB INN SINGAROUND Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Biddy 01271 373305
→ The Lamb Inn (01363 773676), The Square, Sandford, near Crediton, Devon, EX17 4LW. 7.30pm, all year.
⇒ biddy.mallabone<at>outlook.com
⊕ A good pub session, all welcome, no guests. [venue change, Sep 2021]
🄵 4th Wed Devon STOKE CANON FOLK AT THE STOKE Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Alison/Paul 07709324836
→ Stoke Canon Inn (01392 840063), High Street, Stoke Canon. Devon EX5 4AR. 8.30pm, all year.
⇒ biddy.mallabone<at>outlook.com
⊕ A good pub session, all welcome, no guests. [new session, Sep 2021]
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🄵 1st, 3rd Wed Wilts HIGHWORTH WHITE HORSE FOLK CLUB www.facebook.com/whitehorsefolkclub/ Derrick Beer 01793 762070
→ St. Michael’s Church Room, Vicarage Lane, Highworth. 8.00pm
⊕ A small welcoming and diverse group of people who meet to sing and play. We have singarounds and guest nights and a wide
range of music is sung and played. Visitors most welcome. Contacts: Derrick (above); Geoff Davies 01793 706753. (new website 3/2023)
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🄵 2nd Wed Glos CIRENCESTER THE TWELVE BELLS SONG SESSION pub: www.twelvebellscirencester.com Martin Graebe 01285 651104
→ Twelve Bells, Lewis Lane, Cirencester, GL7 1EA (car park The Forum, free after 3pm). 8pm, all year.
⇒ Anne Buffoni, annskibuffonski<at>hotmail.com, or Martin Graebe, martin.graebe<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Unaccompanied singing in the traditional way. Relaxed evening, sing your own songs, old or new, without instrumental accompaniments, or just join in the choruses and enjoy the atmosphere. Great beers, good company, separate room, excellent acoustics. Food available 6pm-8.30pm.
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‡‡ 3rd Thu Cornwall New Polzeath WADEBRIDGE FOLK CLUB (no website) Neal Jolly 07761570707
→ Pentireglaze NT Cafe, near New Polzeath PL27 6Q . 7pm start
⇒ neal.jolly@gmail.com
⊕ Unamplified venue. Come ready to sing and/or listen. Plenty of parking. Hot drinks available, bring own cold drinks. 5 pounds entry. This will allow us to build up funds to secure occasional guest artists. [new contacts and other new details, Dec 2022]
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🄵 Weekly Thu Devon BIDEFORD BIDEFORD FOLK CLUB www.bidefordfolkclub.com John Purser 01237 424286
→ The Joiners Arms, 6 Market Street, Bideford, Devon EX39 2DR. 7.30pm, all year
⇒ Staveley, Old Barnstaple Road, Bideford, Devon EX39 4AJ. bidefolk<at>gmail.com
⊕ Friendly singaround club welcoming all acoustic musicians, poets and storytellers. Occasional guests. [New contact details: 10/11/ 2016]
🄵 1st Thu, 12 noon Devon MORCHARD BISHOP LONDON INN lunchtime Song/Music SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Jon 07840 524318
→ The London Inn, Morchard Bishop EX17 6NW. Lunchtime session on the 1st Thursday, 12 to 3pm. [new phone, Nov 2023]
🄵 2nd Thu Devon TOTNES TOTNES FOLK SONG CLUB Facebook: Totnes Folk Club Anne Gill 01803 290427
→ The Dartmouth Inn, The Plains, Totnes. 8.00 pm, all year
⇒ “Maleth”, 11 Cleveland Road, Torquay, Devon TQ2 5BD. annegill<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Occasional guests. Alternate contact Andy Clarke 01803 732312. (new webpage, Mar 2022)
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🄵 1st Thu S. Glos SODBURY CHIPPING SODBURY FOLK NIGHT Facebook: Chipping Sodbury Folk Night Jo Cullum 07974 381333
→ The Beaufort Hunt, 72 Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury, BS37 6AG. 8pm
⇒ Email jocullum<at>hotmail.co.uk
⊕ 8pm to 11pm. Everyone welcome, audience and performers. We welcome all acoustic styles and genres. Floor spots allocated on first-come basis so get there early to be sure to get a spot. £1 on singers' nights. More info: see Facebook
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🄵 Wkly Thu Glos PRESTBURY PLOUGH (PRESTBURY) SESSION pub: www.ploughprestbury.co.uk Chris Beaumont 01242 571185
→ The Plough (01242 222180), Mill Street, Prestbury, Glos, GL52 3BG. 8pm most weeks.
⇒ Judith, machteltje<at>gmail.com
⊕ Thursdays 8pm most weeks, contact machteltje<at>gmail.com to be on the email list — we’ll let you know around 7pm if the session is happening and send directions. It’s a tune session, mainly English, but with a dash of French now and again. [2023 April, new times & contact]
🄵 2nd Thu Glos MITCHELDEAN MITCHELDEAN FOLK CLUB www.scarfproductions.co.uk Andy Scarf 07772 053778
→ The White Horse, High Street, Mitcheldean GL17 0AT. 8pm, all year.
⇒ andyscarf<at>yahoo.co.uk, 01594 544456
⊕ A diverse group of men and women of all ages who meet regularly to share a range of music, songs and poetry from around the world. New members always welcome. Arrive early to be sure of getting a seat! Free! [2018 Nov, new member]
🄵 3rd Thu Glos GLOUCESTER FOLK MUSIC & SONG SESSION https://thefolkofgloucester.co.uk/events/ Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Folk of Gloucester, 99-101 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG. 12 noon till 3 p.m.
⇒ Robin Burton +447843241371; info<at>thefolkofgloucester.co.uk; Bill Taylor b111t<at>aol [2023 Jan, new entry]
⊕ Open to all singers and players. Informal sing around and music session. [updated 22/3/2023]
‡‡ Weekly Thu Glos GLOUCESTER FOLK CHOIR https://thefolkofgloucester.co.uk/events/ +447843241371
→ 99-103 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG. 7 p.m. till 8:30
⊕ Gloucester folk choir, a new community choir for the city of Gloucester. Run by experienced and playful leader Sorrel Wilde. Songs from a variety of traditions, open to all levels of singer. [added 18/3/2023]
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🄵 Weekly Fri Cornwall BODMIN BODMIN FOLK CLUB www.bodminfolk.co.uk Mike Freemantle 01726 816454
→ St. Petroc’s Parish Centre, Priory Rd, Bodmin PL31 2DP. 8.00pm, all year.
⇒ Mike Freemantle, 14 Polmear Village, PAR, Cornwall PL24 2AT.
⊕ The best singing club in the country. Guests alternate with singers nights. [2018 Oct, new venue
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‡‡ Last Friday in month Devon EXETER EXETER FOLK CLUB www.exeterfolkclub.org The Cornelius Family (Peter, Maggie & Martyn) 01392 210983
→ Victoria Park Tennis Club, Lyndhurst Road, St. Leonards, Exeter, EX2 4NX. 8:00pm
⇒ Email: exeterfolkclub<at>outlook.com Facebook: Exeter Folk & Acoustic Music Club www.facebook.com/groups/1687805081435851
⊕ Friendly and comfortable. Singers nights, plus up to six guest concert nights per year.Table-top bar, Teas+Coffees, Biscuits and homemade cakes, Raffle.
Singers nights £2, Concert nights fee variable. V. occasional concert nights will be at another venue (see online). [new listing, May 2023]
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‡‡ 3rd Fri Wilts SWINDON SWINDON FOLK CLUB https://swindonfolkclub.wordpress.com Chantelle Smith
→ Upstairs at The Hop Inn, 8 Devizes Rd, Swindon SN1 4BH. 8pm - 11pm (not August)
⇒ swindonfolkclub<at>gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/SwindonFolkClub Instagram: @swindonfolkclub Twitter: @folkswindon
⊕ We welcome performers of all abilities, or you can just come along to listen and enjoy. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging, so come along and have a go. It doesn’t matter how good you are – we all had to start somewhere (revised July 2023)
🄵 NOW UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT, SEE WEB /FB FOR DETAILS
1st, 3rd Fri Wilts TROWBRIDGE VILLAGE PUMP FRIDAY FOLK www.villagepump.org.uk Rosie Upton 01225 865107
→ The Village Pump, behind The Lamb Inn, Mortimer Street, Trowbridge BA14 8BN. 7.30 for 8.00pm
⇒ http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Village-Pump/284785191882 Artist contact: Rosie Upton, rosieupton<at>icloud.com. 24 Bearfield Buildings, Bradford on Avon BA15 1RP. Boooking The Pump for gigs or rehearsals, Pete MacGregor, pete_macgregor<at>icloud.com, 01225 865107 / 07941 611262.
⊕ An evening of musical entertainment evenings in the unique atmosphere of ‘The Pump’. Enjoy a mixture of top international performers, up and coming younger musicians and a wide range of ‘local heroes’. [2017 Feb, new member]
🄵 3rd Fri,+ N.Som NAILSEA NAILSEA FOLK CLUB www.nailseafolkclub.co.uk David Francis 01275 540231
→ The Ring o’ Bells, 8.00pm; or The Tithe Barn, 8pm.
⇒ 32 The Chimes, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 4NH. nailseafolkclub<at>hotmail.co.uk
⊕ Usually 3rd Friday, but varies, + other nights. Concert Nights, from great solo artists to seven piece bands. Live music at its most intimate.
------------- Bristol and South Glos: FRIDAY
🄵 2nd Fri S. Glos FRAMPTON COTTERELL FOLK@FRAMPTON COTTERELL (no website) Steve Goodfield ...............
→ Crossbow House, School Road, Frampton Cotterell, BSD36 2DB. 8 to 11pm.
⇒ Contacts : Andrew Edgington (andrewedgington77<at>gmail.com) or Steve Goodfield (steveg<at>wantedman.net)
⊕ Sing-around with occasional spotlight sets. All types of folk and traditional music, plus modern songs in the acoustic tradition.
Great acoustics. Community Association Bar. Car parking. Play, sing or listen. Friendly and welcoming club. £2 per person to cover costs. [Added April 2019]
🄵 Wkly Fri S. Glos SHORTWOOD DRAGON FOLK CLUB http://dragonfolkclub.blogspot.co.uk Colin Owen 0117 9600273
→ Bridge Inn, Shortwood, Bristol BS16 9NG. 8.15pm, all year.
⇒ Email Simon Meeds, dragonfolk<at>rosma.co.uk
⊕ Friendly FC welcomes singers, musicians and audience etc. [Changed venue 2017 Jan].
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🄵 Occas Fri Glos GLOUCESTER FOUNTAIN MUSIC HALL www.scarfproductions.co.uk Andy Scarf 07772 053778
→ The Fountain Inn (01452 522562), 53 Westgate St, Gloucester GL1 2NW
⇒ andyscarf<at>yahoo.co.uk, 01594 544456
⊕ For tickets call 01452 522562
🄵 2nd & Last Fri Glos LECHLADE RIVERFOLK ACOUSTIC CLUB Facebook: Riverfolk Acoustic Club
→ The Creel Bar, The Trout Inn, St John's Bridge, Faringdon Road, Lechlade, GL7 3HA. 7.45pm for 8pm start, all year.
⇒ Geoff Davies and Maria Cormack, whfczoom<at>gmail.com
⊕ Anyone can play or sing, in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. The variety of music is excellent and lots of people who just enjoy coming along to listen. Fine ales available and perhaps chips at the break! Entrance Fee: £2.00 [2023 Nov, new llsting]
------------- Kernow/Cornwall: SATURDAY / DY' SADORN
🄵 1st Sat Cornwall -- ZOOM session -- CORNISH STORY LIVE ZOOM http://cornishstory.com/eventbrite_category/cslive Lamorna Spry
ZOOM NOW STOPPED, BUT "CORNISH STORY" CONTINUES
🄵 4th Sat Cornwall -- ZOOM session -- CORNWALL ZOOM FOLK CLUB www.dreamersfolk.co.uk Nigel Morson
⇒ Nigel Morson, ntmorson<at>aol.com. https://en-gb.facebook.com/MistOverFourLanes/
⊕ Join our regular singers & musicians & guests from around the world!
------------- Somerset, Dorset, Wilts: SATURDAY
🄵 3rd Sat (Sep-May) Som. HUISH EPISCOPI ELI’S (ROSE & CROWN) TRADITIONAL SINGAROUND (no website) Rod Harrington 01823 481253
→ Eli’s (The Rose & Crown)(01458 250494), Huish Episcopi (near Langport) TA10 9QT, on the A372. September to May inclusive, 8.30pm.
⇒ Rod Harrington, 01823 481253, harrington.rod<at>gmail.com
⊕ “And on the 8th Day, He created Eli’s, and Lo! there was singing” - John Waltham [October 2019, new member]
‡‡ 2nd Sat Som. FIVEHEAD FOLK & ACOUSTIC MUSIC NIGHTS (THE CROWN INN) (no website) Laurie Burn 07854 750545
→ The Crown Inn skittle alley (01460 281322), Fivehead, near Taunton, Somerset TA3 6PQ. 7.30pm start
⇒ Laurie Burn, laurieguitars<at>gmail.com, 07854 750545
⊕ 7.30-8.30pm, floor singers, 1/2-hour break for pre-ordered Basket meals, 9-10pm invited guest(s). No entry charge; a donation jar is passed round for guest performers. Please come prepared with cash to give generously as the artists do not receive a fee. [December 2023, new listing]
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DAY VARIES
------------- Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire:
🄵 Day Varies Som. CROWCOMBE HALSWAY MANOR concerts & dances www.halswaymanor.org.uk All enquiries 01984 618274
→/∗ Halsway Manor, Halsway Lane, near Crowcombe, Somerset TA4 4BD.
⊕ Halsway Manor is an independent charity providing a year round programme of events and learning activities in traditional folk
music, dance, song, storytelling, folklore and related arts and crafts. All are welcome.
🄵 Day Var (Occ) Dorset BLACKMORE VALE CONCERTS (no website) John Waltham 01963 362890
→ Venue and time tba
⇒ Contact John Waltham, 01963 362890, jhnwaltham<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Occasional purely acoustic concerts limited to around 65 people [Jul 2018, new entry]
------------- Glos
🄵 Day Varies Glos TEWKESBURY The ROSES THEATRE www.rosestheatre.org Box Office 01684 295 074
→ The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, Glos GL20 5NX.
⇒ Address as above boxo<at>rosestheatre.org
⊕ Thriving arts venue in pretty market town. The wide ranging live entertainment on offer spans stand-up comedy and dance through to music and drama, and a prestigious film programme that provides the very best in world, independent and UK film.
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🄵 Weekly Sun Cornwall FOUR LANES DREAMERS FOLK CLUB www.dreamersfolk.co.uk Nigel Morson
→ Victoria Inn, Four Lanes, near Redruth.. 7.30pm
⇒ Nigel Morson, ntmorson <at> aol.com. https://en-gb.facebook.com/MistOverFourLanes/
⊕ The “family” feel on our folk nights is widely admired. We extend a very warm welcome to one & all to experience that special atmosphere of friends in harmony raising the roof in song. (New venue 2/2022)
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🄵 Last Sun, lunchtime Devon CHERITON FITZPAINE HALF MOON LUNCHTIME MUSIC SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Clare Penney 01884 860023
→ The Half Moon Inn, Cheriton Fitzpaine EX17 4JW. 12 noon
⇒ Clare Penney, Westland, Pennymoor, Tiverton, Devon EX16 8PG. west.land<at>talktalk.net
⊕ An informal session in the bar, all welcome, no charge [venue change, Sep 2021]
‡‡ Various Sun Devon TOPSHAM TOPSHAM CONCERTS www.topshamfolkclub.org John Stephens 01392 875332
→ Matthews Hall, 8pm to 10.30pm, doors open 7.30pm
⇒ johnstephens.topsham<at>gmail.com
⊕ Tickets from singers’ nights and Matthews Hall café or on-line via wegottickets. Remaining tickets sold on the door. There will be a bar serving hot and cold drinks and cakes (do not bring your own drinks). [new venue & other details Dec 2021]
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🄵 1st Sun Som. CROWCOMBE HALSWAY MANOR MUSIC & SONG CLUB www.halswaymanor.org.uk All enquiries 01984 618274
→/∗ Halsway Manor, Halsway Lane, near Crowcombe, Somerset TA4 4BD. 8pm till late (not Aug)
⊕ Folk / acoustic music and song club, in the cosy Halsway Manor bar. Play, sing or just listen. Free. Contact the Manor: 01984 618274
🄵 2nd Sun Dorset FIDDLEFORD BLACKMORE VALE FOLK MUSIC NIGHT (no website) Mandy Waltham 01963 362890
→ Fiddleford Inn, Fiddleford, about a mile from Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 2BX, on the A357. 7.30pm. Not July, August.
⇒ Contact John Waltham, 01963 362890, jhnwaltham<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Songs mostly – but musicians welcome too. Contrary to popular belief, John does not lynch anyone who sings non-traditional stuff ! [Mar 2022, new venue]
🄵 4th Sun Dorset FIDDLEFORD BLACKMORE VALE FOLK MUSIC NIGHT (no website) Mandy Waltham 01963 362890
→ Fiddleford Inn, Fiddleford, about a mile from Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 2BX, on the A357. 7.30pm. Not August.
⇒ Contact Mandy Waltham, 01963 362890, jhnwaltham<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Emphasis will be on tunes rather than songs. All welcome, to join in or listen. [Mar 2022, new venue]
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🄵 Monthly - 1st & 3rd Sun Glos COLEFORD FOREST FOLK CLUB www.forestfolkclub.com
→ Orepool Inn, Chepstow Road, Sling, Coleford GL16 8LH. Doors 7.30pm for 8pm start.
⇒ Email contact is forestofdeanfolkclub<at>gmail.com
⊕ Singers Nights and Guest Nights attracting talent from Wales, the South West and beyond. From Jan 2023 we have returned to our usual 1st & 3rd sundays. Cash only on the door please, £8 for guest nights, £2 for Singers Nights. [Jan 2023, now back to usual schedule]
🄵 THE SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION (SSS) ... every Sunday, different pub. 1st /2nd/3rd /4th Sun
see Venues Midlands page & www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com The following varies its venue, so could sometimes include Glos:
🄵 5th Sun varies VARIES SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: VENUE VARIES www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com Paul Bryan 07711 121210
→ If there’s a 5th Sunday in the month, it’s a variable venues, arranged individually, see website.
⇒ Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
⊕ The Shifting Sunday Session (SSS): weekly folk music sessions in South Warwickshire / North Cotswolds, in four regular venues (different village pubs). Typically around 20 musicians. [updated Oct 2021]
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‡‡ Monthly Mon Devon TOPSHAM TOPSHAM FC INSTRUMENTAL SESSION www.topshamfolkclub.org John Stephens 01392 875332
→ Matthews Hall upper room.
⇒ johnstephens.topsham<at>gmail.com
⊕ Monthly tunes session in the upper room of Matthews Hall on first Mondays. Bring your own drinks and a £1 contribution to pay for the room. [new venue & other details Dec 2021]
‡‡ 1st Mon Devon TEIGNMOUTH TEIGNMOUTH FOLK CLUB www.facebook.com/groups/233792233306152?locale=en_GB Martyn Hillstead 01626 778071
→ The Brass, Hollands Road, Teignmouth. 8pm.
⇒ Details from Martyn Hillstead 07904037812, martyngh<at>aol.com, or follow on Facebook (link above).
⊕ Free admission, occasional guests. Singers and musicans are warmly welcomed. [change of day from last Thursdays; Feb 2023]
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🄵 1st & 3rd Monday from noon. South Glos CHIPPING SODBURY THE SODBURY SESSION (no website) Terry Helyar
→ The Beaufort Hunt, 72 Broad St, Chipping Sodbury, BS37 6AG. 12 noon - 3pm (September to July).
⇒ Contact Terry Helyar, helyarterry<at>gmail.com
⊕ A lunchtime folk session at The Beaufort Hunt, Chipping Sodbury, 1st & 3rd Mondays. Free entry, and runs from 12 noon until about 3pm.
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🄵 1st, 3rd Mon Glos CHURCHDOWN FOLK AT THE CLUB http://liamtho.com/FolkAtTheClub Bill Craswell 07740 248785
→ The Churchdown Club (http://churchdownclub.co.uk), Church Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2ER. 8pm, all year
⇒ For more info please contact Bill – liam<at>liamtho.com
⊕ Although primarily a singers night, tunes and poetry are both welcome. The atmosphere is very relaxed – an ideal place to try a new song or even sing in public for the first time. Entry is free, so do join us. [2018 June, new member]
🄵 Most 2nd, 4th Mondays Glos CHELTENHAM CHELTENHAM FOLK CLUB www.cheltenhamfc.org.uk
→ ¶ Sandford Park Alehouse, High Street. Venue might vary, check. Please note the new starting time **8pm**
⇒ Chris Beaumont 01242 571185; or Judith 01242 577506. machteltje<at>gmail.com
⊕ Some open nights for more floor spots, some guest nights. All welcome. Prices vary according to guest/open night. Cash only. Do join our mailing list — just email machteltje<at>gmail.com
So: please join mailing list machteltje<at>gmail.com to keep up to date with current situation ( ¶ venue & **times may vary), and/or check on GlosFolk facebook.
‡‡ Weekly Monday Glos WHITMINSTER WORDS & MUSIC www.singaround.org/ David & Sandra Ireland
→ Fromebridge Mill (01452 741796), Fromebridge Lane, Whitminster GL2 7PB. 7pm for a 7.30 start, to 10pm.
⇒ Contact hello<at>singaround.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/333056720524290
⊕ All welcome - Singers, Players, Poets, Jugglers, Magicians and anyone with something to bring. [venue changed, April 2024]
------------ Devon: TUESDAY
‡‡ Weekly (most) Tue Devon TOPSHAM TOPSHAM FC SINGERS NIGHT www.topshamfolkclub.org John Stephens 01392 875332
→ Matthews Hall Council chamber. Orchestra 7:30pm, singers from 7:45pm.
⇒ johnstephens.topsham<at>gmail.com
⊕ Please bring your own drink and £1 room fee Arrive by 7:45pm to book a slot to perform. People normally do two songs or tunes in a 10 minute spot. Non-performers most welcome. Occasionally not on - check website. [new venue & other details Dec 2021]
🄵 1st Tue Devon SANDFORD THE LAMB INN SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Hazel / Paul 01363 776275
→ The Lamb Inn (01363 773676), The Square, Sandford, near Crediton, Devon EX17 4LW. 8pm
⊕ Music and song. [add Facebook 2/2017]
🄵 Last Tue Devon COLEFORD THE NEW INN SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Dave Brassington 01363 84914
→ The New Inn (01363 84242), Coleford, near Crediton, Devon EX 17 5BZ. 8.00pm
⊕ Song and music. [new contact, Sep 2021]
------------- Somerset, Dorset, Wilts: TUESDAY
🄵 2nd Tue N.Som NAILSEA NAILSEA FC singers/musicians www.nailseafolkclub.co.uk David Francis 01275 540231
→ Grove Sports Centre, opposite The Ring o’ Bells.
⇒ 32 The Chimes, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 4NH. nailseafolkclub<at>hotmail.co.uk
⊕ A chance to play or just sit back and listen. And it’s free! Occasional days of dance, barn dances, workshops.
🄵 2nd Tue Som. WATCHET PEBBLES FOLK & ACOUSTIC www.facebook.com/pebblestavern Pebbles 01984 633215 → Pebbles Tavern, 24 Market Street, Watchet TA23 0AN. 7.30pm start, 7pm-ish recommended
⇒ Contact Pebbles on 01984 633215
⊕ A cathedral for cider drinkers! All genres of music are welcome including traditional and contemporary folk, blues, jazz, swing, bluegrass and much more, including storytelling and poetry reading. On arrival, book your spot; and be enthralled by the attention-grabbing interior! [January 2024, new listing].
------------- Glos: TUESDAY
‡‡ Weekly Tue Glos FRAMPTON-ON-SEVERN FOLK AT FRAMPTON (no website) Info 07760 115539
→ Frampton Village Hall, The Green Frampton-on-Severn GL2 7DY (Next to Three Horseshoes). Open from 7.45, start at 8.00, end 10.30 if not earlier, all year.
⇒ Info 07760 115539
⊕ Glosfolk Diary has details. £1 admission includes tea/coffee (with good biscuits!) in break (you can also bring your own refreshments).
(added May 2022)
🄵 1st Tue Glos GLOUCESTER THE FOUNTAIN SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Fountain Inn (01452 522562), 53 Westgate St, Gloucester GL1 2NW (www.fountainglos.co.uk). From about 8.30pm.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
🄵 1st,3rd, Tue Glos STROUD STROUD SINGERS SESSION (no website) Bob Bray 01453 764885
→ The Little Vic at Queen Victoria Inn, Gloucester Street, Stroud GL5 1QG, 8.30pm, all year.
⇒ Fairfield, Coronation Road, Stroud, Glos GL5 3SB. Fax 01453 765545. bob<at>robertbrayassociates.co.uk
⊕ Songs and stories in traditional style - all welcome. Held in the Little Vic, a building behind the main pub.
🄵 1st Tue Glos WINCHCOMBE WINCHCOMBE FOLK SONG NIGHT www.facebook.com/Winchcombefolkclu/ Chris Carruthers 01242 602236
→ The White Hart Inn (01242 602359), High Street, Winchcombe Glos. GL54 5LJ. 8.00pm, all year.
⇒ Contact: Bob Speke 07578 808019 or Chris Carruthers 01242 602236. Email: 4chriscrs<at>googlemail.com
⊕ Enjoy an evening of quality songs and music! Started in Sept 2012 to bring together strong local singers and musicians, we attract regulars from all over Gloucestershire and beyond. A friendly atmosphere encourages experiment, and welcomes newcomers. No entry fee ! (added website, Nov 2019)
🄵 2nd Tue Glos GLOUCESTER ENGLAND’S GLORY SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ England’s Glory (01452 412964), 66-68 London Rd, Gloucester, GL1 3PB (www.wadworth.co.uk/gloucester/englands_glory).
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
🄵 3rd Tue Glos MITCHELDEAN WHITE HORSE SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The White Horse (01594 542375), High Street, Mitcheldean, Glos GL17 0AT.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
🄵 4th Tue Glos NEWENT KINGS ARMS SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Kings Arms (01531 820548), Ross Road, Newent, Glos, GL18 1BD.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
UPDATE now Red Lion Huntley
🄵 5th Tue Glos STAUNTON SWAN SESSION (no website) Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Swan Inn (01452 840323), Ledbury Road, Staunton, Glos GL19 3QA (www.swaninnstaunton.co.uk). From about 8.30pm.
⇒ b111t<at>aol
⊕ Mainly English music session.
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🄵 3rd Wed Devon SANDFORD THE LAMB INN SINGAROUND Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Biddy 01271 373305
→ The Lamb Inn (01363 773676), The Square, Sandford, near Crediton, Devon, EX17 4LW. 7.30pm, all year.
⇒ biddy.mallabone<at>outlook.com
⊕ A good pub session, all welcome, no guests. [venue change, Sep 2021]
🄵 4th Wed Devon STOKE CANON FOLK AT THE STOKE Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Alison/Paul 07709324836
→ Stoke Canon Inn (01392 840063), High Street, Stoke Canon. Devon EX5 4AR. 8.30pm, all year.
⇒ biddy.mallabone<at>outlook.com
⊕ A good pub session, all welcome, no guests. [new session, Sep 2021]
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🄵 1st, 3rd Wed Wilts HIGHWORTH WHITE HORSE FOLK CLUB www.facebook.com/whitehorsefolkclub/ Derrick Beer 01793 762070
→ St. Michael’s Church Room, Vicarage Lane, Highworth. 8.00pm
⊕ A small welcoming and diverse group of people who meet to sing and play. We have singarounds and guest nights and a wide
range of music is sung and played. Visitors most welcome. Contacts: Derrick (above); Geoff Davies 01793 706753. (new website 3/2023)
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🄵 2nd Wed Glos CIRENCESTER THE TWELVE BELLS SONG SESSION pub: www.twelvebellscirencester.com Martin Graebe 01285 651104
→ Twelve Bells, Lewis Lane, Cirencester, GL7 1EA (car park The Forum, free after 3pm). 8pm, all year.
⇒ Anne Buffoni, annskibuffonski<at>hotmail.com, or Martin Graebe, martin.graebe<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Unaccompanied singing in the traditional way. Relaxed evening, sing your own songs, old or new, without instrumental accompaniments, or just join in the choruses and enjoy the atmosphere. Great beers, good company, separate room, excellent acoustics. Food available 6pm-8.30pm.
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‡‡ 3rd Thu Cornwall New Polzeath WADEBRIDGE FOLK CLUB (no website) Neal Jolly 07761570707
→ Pentireglaze NT Cafe, near New Polzeath PL27 6Q . 7pm start
⇒ neal.jolly@gmail.com
⊕ Unamplified venue. Come ready to sing and/or listen. Plenty of parking. Hot drinks available, bring own cold drinks. 5 pounds entry. This will allow us to build up funds to secure occasional guest artists. [new contacts and other new details, Dec 2022]
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🄵 Weekly Thu Devon BIDEFORD BIDEFORD FOLK CLUB www.bidefordfolkclub.com John Purser 01237 424286
→ The Joiners Arms, 6 Market Street, Bideford, Devon EX39 2DR. 7.30pm, all year
⇒ Staveley, Old Barnstaple Road, Bideford, Devon EX39 4AJ. bidefolk<at>gmail.com
⊕ Friendly singaround club welcoming all acoustic musicians, poets and storytellers. Occasional guests. [New contact details: 10/11/ 2016]
🄵 1st Thu, 12 noon Devon MORCHARD BISHOP LONDON INN lunchtime Song/Music SESSION Facebook: Pennymoor Singaround Jon 07840 524318
→ The London Inn, Morchard Bishop EX17 6NW. Lunchtime session on the 1st Thursday, 12 to 3pm. [new phone, Nov 2023]
🄵 2nd Thu Devon TOTNES TOTNES FOLK SONG CLUB Facebook: Totnes Folk Club Anne Gill 01803 290427
→ The Dartmouth Inn, The Plains, Totnes. 8.00 pm, all year
⇒ “Maleth”, 11 Cleveland Road, Torquay, Devon TQ2 5BD. annegill<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Occasional guests. Alternate contact Andy Clarke 01803 732312. (new webpage, Mar 2022)
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🄵 1st Thu S. Glos SODBURY CHIPPING SODBURY FOLK NIGHT Facebook: Chipping Sodbury Folk Night Jo Cullum 07974 381333
→ The Beaufort Hunt, 72 Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury, BS37 6AG. 8pm
⇒ Email jocullum<at>hotmail.co.uk
⊕ 8pm to 11pm. Everyone welcome, audience and performers. We welcome all acoustic styles and genres. Floor spots allocated on first-come basis so get there early to be sure to get a spot. £1 on singers' nights. More info: see Facebook
------------- Glos: THURSDAY
🄵 Wkly Thu Glos PRESTBURY PLOUGH (PRESTBURY) SESSION pub: www.ploughprestbury.co.uk Chris Beaumont 01242 571185
→ The Plough (01242 222180), Mill Street, Prestbury, Glos, GL52 3BG. 8pm most weeks.
⇒ Judith, machteltje<at>gmail.com
⊕ Thursdays 8pm most weeks, contact machteltje<at>gmail.com to be on the email list — we’ll let you know around 7pm if the session is happening and send directions. It’s a tune session, mainly English, but with a dash of French now and again. [2023 April, new times & contact]
🄵 2nd Thu Glos MITCHELDEAN MITCHELDEAN FOLK CLUB www.scarfproductions.co.uk Andy Scarf 07772 053778
→ The White Horse, High Street, Mitcheldean GL17 0AT. 8pm, all year.
⇒ andyscarf<at>yahoo.co.uk, 01594 544456
⊕ A diverse group of men and women of all ages who meet regularly to share a range of music, songs and poetry from around the world. New members always welcome. Arrive early to be sure of getting a seat! Free! [2018 Nov, new member]
🄵 3rd Thu Glos GLOUCESTER FOLK MUSIC & SONG SESSION https://thefolkofgloucester.co.uk/events/ Bill Taylor 07787 713758
→ The Folk of Gloucester, 99-101 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG. 12 noon till 3 p.m.
⇒ Robin Burton +447843241371; info<at>thefolkofgloucester.co.uk; Bill Taylor b111t<at>aol [2023 Jan, new entry]
⊕ Open to all singers and players. Informal sing around and music session. [updated 22/3/2023]
‡‡ Weekly Thu Glos GLOUCESTER FOLK CHOIR https://thefolkofgloucester.co.uk/events/ +447843241371
→ 99-103 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG. 7 p.m. till 8:30
⊕ Gloucester folk choir, a new community choir for the city of Gloucester. Run by experienced and playful leader Sorrel Wilde. Songs from a variety of traditions, open to all levels of singer. [added 18/3/2023]
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🄵 Weekly Fri Cornwall BODMIN BODMIN FOLK CLUB www.bodminfolk.co.uk Mike Freemantle 01726 816454
→ St. Petroc’s Parish Centre, Priory Rd, Bodmin PL31 2DP. 8.00pm, all year.
⇒ Mike Freemantle, 14 Polmear Village, PAR, Cornwall PL24 2AT.
⊕ The best singing club in the country. Guests alternate with singers nights. [2018 Oct, new venue
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‡‡ Last Friday in month Devon EXETER EXETER FOLK CLUB www.exeterfolkclub.org The Cornelius Family (Peter, Maggie & Martyn) 01392 210983
→ Victoria Park Tennis Club, Lyndhurst Road, St. Leonards, Exeter, EX2 4NX. 8:00pm
⇒ Email: exeterfolkclub<at>outlook.com Facebook: Exeter Folk & Acoustic Music Club www.facebook.com/groups/1687805081435851
⊕ Friendly and comfortable. Singers nights, plus up to six guest concert nights per year.Table-top bar, Teas+Coffees, Biscuits and homemade cakes, Raffle.
Singers nights £2, Concert nights fee variable. V. occasional concert nights will be at another venue (see online). [new listing, May 2023]
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‡‡ 3rd Fri Wilts SWINDON SWINDON FOLK CLUB https://swindonfolkclub.wordpress.com Chantelle Smith
→ Upstairs at The Hop Inn, 8 Devizes Rd, Swindon SN1 4BH. 8pm - 11pm (not August)
⇒ swindonfolkclub<at>gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/SwindonFolkClub Instagram: @swindonfolkclub Twitter: @folkswindon
⊕ We welcome performers of all abilities, or you can just come along to listen and enjoy. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging, so come along and have a go. It doesn’t matter how good you are – we all had to start somewhere (revised July 2023)
🄵 NOW UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT, SEE WEB /FB FOR DETAILS
1st, 3rd Fri Wilts TROWBRIDGE VILLAGE PUMP FRIDAY FOLK www.villagepump.org.uk Rosie Upton 01225 865107
→ The Village Pump, behind The Lamb Inn, Mortimer Street, Trowbridge BA14 8BN. 7.30 for 8.00pm
⇒ http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Village-Pump/284785191882 Artist contact: Rosie Upton, rosieupton<at>icloud.com. 24 Bearfield Buildings, Bradford on Avon BA15 1RP. Boooking The Pump for gigs or rehearsals, Pete MacGregor, pete_macgregor<at>icloud.com, 01225 865107 / 07941 611262.
⊕ An evening of musical entertainment evenings in the unique atmosphere of ‘The Pump’. Enjoy a mixture of top international performers, up and coming younger musicians and a wide range of ‘local heroes’. [2017 Feb, new member]
🄵 3rd Fri,+ N.Som NAILSEA NAILSEA FOLK CLUB www.nailseafolkclub.co.uk David Francis 01275 540231
→ The Ring o’ Bells, 8.00pm; or The Tithe Barn, 8pm.
⇒ 32 The Chimes, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 4NH. nailseafolkclub<at>hotmail.co.uk
⊕ Usually 3rd Friday, but varies, + other nights. Concert Nights, from great solo artists to seven piece bands. Live music at its most intimate.
------------- Bristol and South Glos: FRIDAY
🄵 2nd Fri S. Glos FRAMPTON COTTERELL FOLK@FRAMPTON COTTERELL (no website) Steve Goodfield ...............
→ Crossbow House, School Road, Frampton Cotterell, BSD36 2DB. 8 to 11pm.
⇒ Contacts : Andrew Edgington (andrewedgington77<at>gmail.com) or Steve Goodfield (steveg<at>wantedman.net)
⊕ Sing-around with occasional spotlight sets. All types of folk and traditional music, plus modern songs in the acoustic tradition.
Great acoustics. Community Association Bar. Car parking. Play, sing or listen. Friendly and welcoming club. £2 per person to cover costs. [Added April 2019]
🄵 Wkly Fri S. Glos SHORTWOOD DRAGON FOLK CLUB http://dragonfolkclub.blogspot.co.uk Colin Owen 0117 9600273
→ Bridge Inn, Shortwood, Bristol BS16 9NG. 8.15pm, all year.
⇒ Email Simon Meeds, dragonfolk<at>rosma.co.uk
⊕ Friendly FC welcomes singers, musicians and audience etc. [Changed venue 2017 Jan].
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🄵 Occas Fri Glos GLOUCESTER FOUNTAIN MUSIC HALL www.scarfproductions.co.uk Andy Scarf 07772 053778
→ The Fountain Inn (01452 522562), 53 Westgate St, Gloucester GL1 2NW
⇒ andyscarf<at>yahoo.co.uk, 01594 544456
⊕ For tickets call 01452 522562
🄵 2nd & Last Fri Glos LECHLADE RIVERFOLK ACOUSTIC CLUB Facebook: Riverfolk Acoustic Club
→ The Creel Bar, The Trout Inn, St John's Bridge, Faringdon Road, Lechlade, GL7 3HA. 7.45pm for 8pm start, all year.
⇒ Geoff Davies and Maria Cormack, whfczoom<at>gmail.com
⊕ Anyone can play or sing, in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. The variety of music is excellent and lots of people who just enjoy coming along to listen. Fine ales available and perhaps chips at the break! Entrance Fee: £2.00 [2023 Nov, new llsting]
------------- Kernow/Cornwall: SATURDAY / DY' SADORN
🄵 1st Sat Cornwall -- ZOOM session -- CORNISH STORY LIVE ZOOM http://cornishstory.com/eventbrite_category/cslive Lamorna Spry
ZOOM NOW STOPPED, BUT "CORNISH STORY" CONTINUES
🄵 4th Sat Cornwall -- ZOOM session -- CORNWALL ZOOM FOLK CLUB www.dreamersfolk.co.uk Nigel Morson
⇒ Nigel Morson, ntmorson<at>aol.com. https://en-gb.facebook.com/MistOverFourLanes/
⊕ Join our regular singers & musicians & guests from around the world!
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🄵 3rd Sat (Sep-May) Som. HUISH EPISCOPI ELI’S (ROSE & CROWN) TRADITIONAL SINGAROUND (no website) Rod Harrington 01823 481253
→ Eli’s (The Rose & Crown)(01458 250494), Huish Episcopi (near Langport) TA10 9QT, on the A372. September to May inclusive, 8.30pm.
⇒ Rod Harrington, 01823 481253, harrington.rod<at>gmail.com
⊕ “And on the 8th Day, He created Eli’s, and Lo! there was singing” - John Waltham [October 2019, new member]
‡‡ 2nd Sat Som. FIVEHEAD FOLK & ACOUSTIC MUSIC NIGHTS (THE CROWN INN) (no website) Laurie Burn 07854 750545
→ The Crown Inn skittle alley (01460 281322), Fivehead, near Taunton, Somerset TA3 6PQ. 7.30pm start
⇒ Laurie Burn, laurieguitars<at>gmail.com, 07854 750545
⊕ 7.30-8.30pm, floor singers, 1/2-hour break for pre-ordered Basket meals, 9-10pm invited guest(s). No entry charge; a donation jar is passed round for guest performers. Please come prepared with cash to give generously as the artists do not receive a fee. [December 2023, new listing]
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NOW CLOSED (1/7/2023) 🄵 2nd Sat. Bristol KNOWLE THE REDCATCH CLUB https://redcatchclub.vistaprintdigital.com
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