Venues: England West Midlands β’ www.folklife.uk/v-west-midlands
Song, Music, Dance, Poetry, Story: Clubs β’ Concerts β’ Sings β’ Sessions β’ Ceilidhs β’ Workshop series
On other pages: Performers: West Mids Folklife West magazine: West Mids news
Song, Music, Dance, Poetry, Story: Clubs β’ Concerts β’ Sings β’ Sessions β’ Ceilidhs β’ Workshop series
On other pages: Performers: West Mids Folklife West magazine: West Mids news
Visiting the West Midlands ?
Left: Black Diamond Folk Club, Birmingham: John Crane in front of the mural he created
Links for each county, counties are listed in the same order as Folklife West magazine's West Midlands pages:
none from Shropshire; nor from 4 West Mids metro. boroughs, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall
West Midlands π΅ Folklife members, Γ Associates; see their Folk News on Folklife West magazine's West Midlands pages
We also list, free, in this Directory, π UK Updates-signups (other than above), and πΉ Folklife Traditions Journal subscriber/contributor.
We also list, free, in this Directory, π UK Updates-signups (other than above), and πΉ Folklife Traditions Journal subscriber/contributor.
Staffordshire
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Tuesday, 1st Staffs KINVER KINVER TRADITIONAL FOLK SONG CLUB https://kinverfolk.co.uk/
β The Kinver Constitutional Club, High Street, Kinver, DY7 6HL.. Start Time: 19:30
β Contact: Roger on 07887 814698, or by email contact<at>kinverfolk.co.uk or by using the form on the website.
β At KTFSC, we sing folk songs that have stood the test of time over many generations. Bring a song to sing or come just to listen or join in. Admission Β£3.00 [Sep 2024, new listing]
π΅ Friday, 2nd Staffs STOKE-ON-TRENT POTTERIES FOLK CLUB www.potteriesfolkclub.com
βThe Cafe, Fenton Town Hall, Albert Square, Fenton, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST4 3FA. 7.45 - 10.45 pm
β Contact Jason Hill, 07919 153639, potteriesfolk<at>rocketmail.com www.facebook.com/PotteriesFolk
β Promoting and preserving traditional folk music for 60 years. Regular events where musicians and music lovers can share their love of traditional songs and tunes, enjoying the rich cultural heritage of folk music. Licensed bar, disabled access and free parking. [Dec 2024, new Member]
π΅ Tuesday, 1st Staffs STOKE-ON-TRENT THE FULL ENGLISH session & singaround
βThe Coachmakers Arms, 65 Lichfield Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3EA. 7.30 - 10.30 pm
β Contact Jason Hill, 07919 153639, jasonhill54<at>rocketmail.com
β A music session and singaround. [Dec 2024, new Member]
β The Kinver Constitutional Club, High Street, Kinver, DY7 6HL.. Start Time: 19:30
β Contact: Roger on 07887 814698, or by email contact<at>kinverfolk.co.uk or by using the form on the website.
β At KTFSC, we sing folk songs that have stood the test of time over many generations. Bring a song to sing or come just to listen or join in. Admission Β£3.00 [Sep 2024, new listing]
π΅ Friday, 2nd Staffs STOKE-ON-TRENT POTTERIES FOLK CLUB www.potteriesfolkclub.com
βThe Cafe, Fenton Town Hall, Albert Square, Fenton, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST4 3FA. 7.45 - 10.45 pm
β Contact Jason Hill, 07919 153639, potteriesfolk<at>rocketmail.com www.facebook.com/PotteriesFolk
β Promoting and preserving traditional folk music for 60 years. Regular events where musicians and music lovers can share their love of traditional songs and tunes, enjoying the rich cultural heritage of folk music. Licensed bar, disabled access and free parking. [Dec 2024, new Member]
π΅ Tuesday, 1st Staffs STOKE-ON-TRENT THE FULL ENGLISH session & singaround
βThe Coachmakers Arms, 65 Lichfield Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3EA. 7.30 - 10.30 pm
β Contact Jason Hill, 07919 153639, jasonhill54<at>rocketmail.com
β A music session and singaround. [Dec 2024, new Member]
West Midlands County: Wolverhampton
(Coventry: see under Warkwickshire & Coventry) Back to top of page, Venues: England West Midlands region
π΅ Thursday, 2nd W'ton WOLVERHAMPTON The COMBERMERE ARMS FOLK SESSION [no session website]
β The Combermere Arms, 90 Chapel Ash, Wolverhampton WV3 0TY. 8pm start.
β John & Jo Crane 01902 331430
β An acoustic Folk Session - Mostly traditional English/Celtic Music and Song. All welcome. Come along for a tune or a song or just come for the craic! [new Member, 2022 July]
π΅ Thursday, 4th W'ton WOLVERHAMPTON The CHINDIT INN FOLK SESSION [no session website]
β The Chindit Inn, 113 Merridale Road, Wolverhampton WV3 9SE. 8pm start.
β John & Jo Crane 01902 331430
β An acoustic Folk Session - Mostly traditional English/Celtic Music and Song. All welcome. Come along for a tune or a song or just come for the craic![new Member, 2022 July]
β The Combermere Arms, 90 Chapel Ash, Wolverhampton WV3 0TY. 8pm start.
β John & Jo Crane 01902 331430
β An acoustic Folk Session - Mostly traditional English/Celtic Music and Song. All welcome. Come along for a tune or a song or just come for the craic! [new Member, 2022 July]
π΅ Thursday, 4th W'ton WOLVERHAMPTON The CHINDIT INN FOLK SESSION [no session website]
β The Chindit Inn, 113 Merridale Road, Wolverhampton WV3 9SE. 8pm start.
β John & Jo Crane 01902 331430
β An acoustic Folk Session - Mostly traditional English/Celtic Music and Song. All welcome. Come along for a tune or a song or just come for the craic![new Member, 2022 July]
West Midlands County: Birmingham
(Coventry: see under Warkwickshire & Coventry) Back to top of page, Venues: England West Midlands region
β Prince of Wales pub, Alcester Road, Birmingham B13 8EE. 2pm - 5pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 0121 247 3856, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU; info<at>tradartsteam.co.uk
β Meet up and play a few Swedish and other Scandinavian tunes. All musicians welcome - more info and links to tunes via the ScandiBrum facebook page [2023 Feb, new venue]
π Wednesday, 1st Birmingham MOSELEY TALES & ALES STORY SESSION www.tradartsteam.co.uk
β Prince of Wales pub, Alcester Road, Birmingham B13 8EE. 8pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 07946 718286, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU info<at>tradartsteam.co.uk
β Come along to share stories and ales at this great storytelling venue. [2023 back live]
π Wednesday, 3rd Birmingham KINGS HEATH BIRMINGHAM STORYTELLING CAFΓ www.tradartsteam.co.uk
β Kitchen Garden Cafe, York Road, Kings Heath, B14 7SA, 7.30pm - 10pm, September to June,
β Traditional Arts Team, 07946 718286, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU
email birminghamstorytellingcafe<at>gmail.com, or via website, www.birminghamstorytellingcafe.co.uk
β Doors open and food served from 6.30pm. The perfect setting to enjoy an evening of storytelling. We have an exciting line-up of guests and regular tellers from across the Midlands. Tickets Β£7 from the venue (0121 443 4725) or wegottickets.com [2019 Nov, new listing]
π Thursday, 2nd,4th Birmingham MOSELEY MOSELEY VILLAGE BAND https://tradartsteam.co.uk/our-events/events-by-partners-and-friends/
β Post Office Rooms, 149-153 Alcester Road, B13 8JP. 7.30 - 9.15pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 0121 443 5687, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU. info<at>moseleyvillageband.org.uk
β Lively traditional tunes in several parts, with occasional workshops. All musicians welcome. [2023 Feb, website changed]
π Thursday, 2nd Birmingham DIGBETH POLITICAL SONG SESSION www.tradartsteam.co.uk
β Warehouse CafΓ©, 54-57 Allison St, Birmingham B5 5TH, 7:30pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 07946 718286, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU; info<at>tradartsteam.co.uk
β Come along, raise your voices, let the songs be heard, whether they were written yesterday or hundreds of years ago, let us learn from them and take heart from them. [change of day and now back live, 2023 Feb]
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π΅ βFriday, weekly Birmingham [area: tba] BLACK DIAMOND FOLK SONG CLUBhttp://blackdiamondfolkclub.org.uk
β The Jewellers Arms (www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-jewellers-arms), Hockley Street. 8pm, Sept-July.
β Paul Ryan, 0121 357 7326, 748 Walsall Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B42 1EX. contact<at>blackdiamondfolkclub.org.uk
β Singersβ nights alternate Fridays, guests inbetween. The club is in an upstairs room; the downstairs bar serves a large selection of real ales. Plenty of street parking ; meters are free after 6pm. This area is inside the CAZ zone (www.gov.uk/clean-air-zones). [2024 November: new venue]
β Traditional Arts Team, 0121 247 3856, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU; info<at>tradartsteam.co.uk
β Meet up and play a few Swedish and other Scandinavian tunes. All musicians welcome - more info and links to tunes via the ScandiBrum facebook page [2023 Feb, new venue]
π Wednesday, 1st Birmingham MOSELEY TALES & ALES STORY SESSION www.tradartsteam.co.uk
β Prince of Wales pub, Alcester Road, Birmingham B13 8EE. 8pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 07946 718286, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU info<at>tradartsteam.co.uk
β Come along to share stories and ales at this great storytelling venue. [2023 back live]
π Wednesday, 3rd Birmingham KINGS HEATH BIRMINGHAM STORYTELLING CAFΓ www.tradartsteam.co.uk
β Kitchen Garden Cafe, York Road, Kings Heath, B14 7SA, 7.30pm - 10pm, September to June,
β Traditional Arts Team, 07946 718286, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU
email birminghamstorytellingcafe<at>gmail.com, or via website, www.birminghamstorytellingcafe.co.uk
β Doors open and food served from 6.30pm. The perfect setting to enjoy an evening of storytelling. We have an exciting line-up of guests and regular tellers from across the Midlands. Tickets Β£7 from the venue (0121 443 4725) or wegottickets.com [2019 Nov, new listing]
π Thursday, 2nd,4th Birmingham MOSELEY MOSELEY VILLAGE BAND https://tradartsteam.co.uk/our-events/events-by-partners-and-friends/
β Post Office Rooms, 149-153 Alcester Road, B13 8JP. 7.30 - 9.15pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 0121 443 5687, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU. info<at>moseleyvillageband.org.uk
β Lively traditional tunes in several parts, with occasional workshops. All musicians welcome. [2023 Feb, website changed]
π Thursday, 2nd Birmingham DIGBETH POLITICAL SONG SESSION www.tradartsteam.co.uk
β Warehouse CafΓ©, 54-57 Allison St, Birmingham B5 5TH, 7:30pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 07946 718286, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU; info<at>tradartsteam.co.uk
β Come along, raise your voices, let the songs be heard, whether they were written yesterday or hundreds of years ago, let us learn from them and take heart from them. [change of day and now back live, 2023 Feb]
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π΅ βFriday, weekly Birmingham [area: tba] BLACK DIAMOND FOLK SONG CLUBhttp://blackdiamondfolkclub.org.uk
β The Jewellers Arms (www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-jewellers-arms), Hockley Street. 8pm, Sept-July.
β Paul Ryan, 0121 357 7326, 748 Walsall Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B42 1EX. contact<at>blackdiamondfolkclub.org.uk
β Singersβ nights alternate Fridays, guests inbetween. The club is in an upstairs room; the downstairs bar serves a large selection of real ales. Plenty of street parking ; meters are free after 6pm. This area is inside the CAZ zone (www.gov.uk/clean-air-zones). [2024 November: new venue]
Warwickshire with Coventry
π΅ THE SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION (SSS) ... every Sunday, different pub.
π΅ Sunday, 1st Warks ILMINGTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: HOWARD ARMSwww.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Howard Arms (01608 682226), Ilmington, Walks CV36 4LT. 7.30pm until 10.30pm.
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
π΅ Sunday, 2nd Worcs BRETFORTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE FLEECE INN see Worcs for details
π΅ Sunday, 3rd Warks TEMPLE GRAFTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE BLUE BOAR www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Blue Boar (01789 750010), Temple Grafton, Warks B49 6NR. 7pm until 10pm
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
π΅ Sunday, 4th Warks LOWER QUINTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE MARY ARDEN HOTEL www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Mary Arden Hotel (01789 267030), Wilmcote, Warks CV37 9XJ. 7pm until 10pm
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
π΅ Sunday, 5th varies VARIES SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: VENUE VARIES www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β If thereβs a 5th Sunday in the month, itβs a variable venues, arranged individually, see website.
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
β
π΅ Wednesday, 1st, afternoon Warks ATHERSTONE FOLK AT THE LION www.facebook.com/groups/1194655407220890/
β The Atherstone Red Lion, 99 Long Street, Atherstone CV9 1BB. 2:00 pm β 4:00 pm, all year
β Phillip Benson, 01827 711514, Sixth Lock Cottage, Holly Lane, Atherstone, Warwickshire CV9 2SL. phil<at>atherstonefolkclub.org.uk
β Folk in a local hostelry, run by anyone who turns up (not quite, but it gives the flavour). Singaround format, mostly.
1st Wednesday afternoon monthly. Come and join a few friends just singing for the joy of it. Free Entry. (new website May 2019)
π΅ Wednesday, 2nd, 4th Warks BEDWORTH BEDWORTH FOLK CLUB www.bedworthfolkclub.co.uk
β Every 2nd Wednesday: new venue The Newdigate Club, Smorrall Lane, Bedworth, Warwickshire CV7 9NY. new start time 8.00pm.
β Most 4th Wednesdays: Bedworth Rugby Club, Rectory Fields, Smarts Road, Bedworth, Warwickshire, CV12 0BP 8.30pm.
β Malc Gurnham, Tel: 024 7634 5568, Mob: 077 6019 0309. Email: mail<at>bedworthfolkclub.co.uk
π΅ Wednesday, 3rd Warks ATHERSTONE ATHERSTONE FOLK CLUB www.atherstonefolkclub.org.uk
β The Atherstone Red Lion, 99 Long Street, Atherstone CV9 1BB. 8.00 pm, all year
β Phillip Benson, 01827 711514, Sixth Lock Cottage, Holly Lane, Atherstone, Warwickshire CV9 2SL. phil<at>atherstonefolkclub.org.uk
β 3rd Wednesday of each month. Please see website for latest info. [2022 Feb, venue changed]
π΅ Thursday, 3rd Coventry COVENTRY ALL AROUND THE KITCHEN FOLK CLUB [no website]
β At Dick and Sue's home in Coventry - phone or email for details. 8pm start.
β Dick & Sue Dixon, 07831 890905, Sing<at>dickdixon.co.uk
β At Dick and Sue's home in Coventry. All welcome, teas and coffee on the house. Please bring your own beer or wine. [added Nov. 2024]
π Thursday, 2nd,4th Warks STUDLEY Make & Play HAMMERED DULCIMER Practice Nights http://dulcimer.org.uk
β Studley Baptist Church, New Road, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7ND, 19.30 to 21.45 all year (please check)
β Sally Whytehead, 01527 64229. sally.whytehead<at>gmail.com
β Hammered Dulcimer informal get together where you can learn to play, learn new repertoire, get help with making your own and eat cake!
Some instruments available for loan. Please contact Sally before attending for the first time. Β£1 per dulcimer. [2019 Dec, sessions name retitled]
π΅ Sunday, 1st Warks ILMINGTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: HOWARD ARMSwww.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Howard Arms (01608 682226), Ilmington, Walks CV36 4LT. 7.30pm until 10.30pm.
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
π΅ Sunday, 2nd Worcs BRETFORTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE FLEECE INN see Worcs for details
π΅ Sunday, 3rd Warks TEMPLE GRAFTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE BLUE BOAR www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Blue Boar (01789 750010), Temple Grafton, Warks B49 6NR. 7pm until 10pm
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
π΅ Sunday, 4th Warks LOWER QUINTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE MARY ARDEN HOTEL www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Mary Arden Hotel (01789 267030), Wilmcote, Warks CV37 9XJ. 7pm until 10pm
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
π΅ Sunday, 5th varies VARIES SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: VENUE VARIES www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β If thereβs a 5th Sunday in the month, itβs a variable venues, arranged individually, see website.
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
β
π΅ Wednesday, 1st, afternoon Warks ATHERSTONE FOLK AT THE LION www.facebook.com/groups/1194655407220890/
β The Atherstone Red Lion, 99 Long Street, Atherstone CV9 1BB. 2:00 pm β 4:00 pm, all year
β Phillip Benson, 01827 711514, Sixth Lock Cottage, Holly Lane, Atherstone, Warwickshire CV9 2SL. phil<at>atherstonefolkclub.org.uk
β Folk in a local hostelry, run by anyone who turns up (not quite, but it gives the flavour). Singaround format, mostly.
1st Wednesday afternoon monthly. Come and join a few friends just singing for the joy of it. Free Entry. (new website May 2019)
π΅ Wednesday, 2nd, 4th Warks BEDWORTH BEDWORTH FOLK CLUB www.bedworthfolkclub.co.uk
β Every 2nd Wednesday: new venue The Newdigate Club, Smorrall Lane, Bedworth, Warwickshire CV7 9NY. new start time 8.00pm.
β Most 4th Wednesdays: Bedworth Rugby Club, Rectory Fields, Smarts Road, Bedworth, Warwickshire, CV12 0BP 8.30pm.
β Malc Gurnham, Tel: 024 7634 5568, Mob: 077 6019 0309. Email: mail<at>bedworthfolkclub.co.uk
π΅ Wednesday, 3rd Warks ATHERSTONE ATHERSTONE FOLK CLUB www.atherstonefolkclub.org.uk
β The Atherstone Red Lion, 99 Long Street, Atherstone CV9 1BB. 8.00 pm, all year
β Phillip Benson, 01827 711514, Sixth Lock Cottage, Holly Lane, Atherstone, Warwickshire CV9 2SL. phil<at>atherstonefolkclub.org.uk
β 3rd Wednesday of each month. Please see website for latest info. [2022 Feb, venue changed]
π΅ Thursday, 3rd Coventry COVENTRY ALL AROUND THE KITCHEN FOLK CLUB [no website]
β At Dick and Sue's home in Coventry - phone or email for details. 8pm start.
β Dick & Sue Dixon, 07831 890905, Sing<at>dickdixon.co.uk
β At Dick and Sue's home in Coventry. All welcome, teas and coffee on the house. Please bring your own beer or wine. [added Nov. 2024]
π Thursday, 2nd,4th Warks STUDLEY Make & Play HAMMERED DULCIMER Practice Nights http://dulcimer.org.uk
β Studley Baptist Church, New Road, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7ND, 19.30 to 21.45 all year (please check)
β Sally Whytehead, 01527 64229. sally.whytehead<at>gmail.com
β Hammered Dulcimer informal get together where you can learn to play, learn new repertoire, get help with making your own and eat cake!
Some instruments available for loan. Please contact Sally before attending for the first time. Β£1 per dulcimer. [2019 Dec, sessions name retitled]
Herefordshire
π΅ Tuesday, weekly Herefs BROMYARD THE FALCON ACOUSTIC MUSIC SESSION (no website)
β The Falcon Hotel, 4 Broad Street, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4BT
β Contact: Roger Pugh 01885 483425 or John Bloor 07774 834689.
β Every Tuesday: acoustic music session in the bar at The Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 8-11pm - singing and playing welcome, anything goes. [new listing, Oct. 2023]
π΅ Tuesday, 3rd Herefds LONGTOWN CROWN INN FOLK EVENINGS (no website)
β The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 8pm. Meals & accommodation, campsite nearby.
β Chris Robinson e-mail village_carpenter<at>btinternet.com
β All singers and musicians will be made very welcome at this singaround session (pub meals & accommodation, campsite nearby). Join the mailing list from Chris at village_carpenter<at>btinternet.com (Sept 2024, updated)
π΅ Tuesday, 3rd [most months] Herefs BISHOPS FROME SINGAROUND & MUSIC SESSION (no website)
β The Chase, Bishop's Frome, Worcester WR6 5BP. Starts 7.30pm [postally Wuster but it's in Herefs]
β Contact: Bernie on bernieuptonfolk<at>gmail.com
β Singaround & music session for folk and rural roots. Singers, poets, storytellers, and all types of acoustic instruments welcome. Free entry. Please check before coming, as not every month. [2024 May, new venue, moved from Ledbury]
π΅ βTuesday, last Herefs LEDBURY HOMEND POETS & MUSICIANS www.folklife.uk/homend-poets
β Ledbury Community Hub www.ledburycommunityhub.org.uk, 8 New St, Ledbury HR8 2DX. 6.30pm to 8pm.
β Nick Halligan 01684 563281 Email nickh2009<at>btinternet.com, but phone preferred. [May 2024: venue Pot & Page Cafe has become Ledbury Community Hub; same place]
β
π β Wednesday, weekly Herefds LEDBURY PRINCE OF WALES SESSION pub website https://powledbury.pub/
β β Prince of Wales (01531 632250), Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DL. Starts around 9pm.
β Contact Steve Glennie-Smith on 07941-863562
β This long-standing acoustic session features all types of music from folk songs to ballads, jazz and blues, but anything goes. Occasionally not held due to other events in the pub - check with Steve. [revised Dec. 2024]
β
π΅ Thursday, weekly Herefs MUCH DEWCHURCH BLACK SWAN SESSION [no pub or session website]
β Black Swan (01981 540295), B4348, Much Dewchurch, Hereford HR2 8DJ
β Bob Chance, 01981 540725, r.h.t.c(at)hotmail.co.uk
β Thursday night is folk night in possibly the oldest pub in Herefordshire, delightful, welcoming 15th century heavily-beamed village inn. Home-prepared, mainly locally-sourced food, guest beers typically from regional breweries, draught perry and cider. [new member 18/1/20]
π Thursday, 1st, 1.30pm Herefds LONGTOWN BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB www.sesiwn.com/sesiwn/ClwbAlaw/BlackHil.html
β The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 1.30 until 4pm
β Judy Mabe 01432 263495; email judy.mabe<at>gmail.com
β We meet from 1.30 until 4pm on the first Thursday, and play traditional European and American music. (various details revised, July 2019)
β The Falcon Hotel, 4 Broad Street, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4BT
β Contact: Roger Pugh 01885 483425 or John Bloor 07774 834689.
β Every Tuesday: acoustic music session in the bar at The Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 8-11pm - singing and playing welcome, anything goes. [new listing, Oct. 2023]
π΅ Tuesday, 3rd Herefds LONGTOWN CROWN INN FOLK EVENINGS (no website)
β The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 8pm. Meals & accommodation, campsite nearby.
β Chris Robinson e-mail village_carpenter<at>btinternet.com
β All singers and musicians will be made very welcome at this singaround session (pub meals & accommodation, campsite nearby). Join the mailing list from Chris at village_carpenter<at>btinternet.com (Sept 2024, updated)
π΅ Tuesday, 3rd [most months] Herefs BISHOPS FROME SINGAROUND & MUSIC SESSION (no website)
β The Chase, Bishop's Frome, Worcester WR6 5BP. Starts 7.30pm [postally Wuster but it's in Herefs]
β Contact: Bernie on bernieuptonfolk<at>gmail.com
β Singaround & music session for folk and rural roots. Singers, poets, storytellers, and all types of acoustic instruments welcome. Free entry. Please check before coming, as not every month. [2024 May, new venue, moved from Ledbury]
π΅ βTuesday, last Herefs LEDBURY HOMEND POETS & MUSICIANS www.folklife.uk/homend-poets
β Ledbury Community Hub www.ledburycommunityhub.org.uk, 8 New St, Ledbury HR8 2DX. 6.30pm to 8pm.
β Nick Halligan 01684 563281 Email nickh2009<at>btinternet.com, but phone preferred. [May 2024: venue Pot & Page Cafe has become Ledbury Community Hub; same place]
β
π β Wednesday, weekly Herefds LEDBURY PRINCE OF WALES SESSION pub website https://powledbury.pub/
β β Prince of Wales (01531 632250), Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DL. Starts around 9pm.
β Contact Steve Glennie-Smith on 07941-863562
β This long-standing acoustic session features all types of music from folk songs to ballads, jazz and blues, but anything goes. Occasionally not held due to other events in the pub - check with Steve. [revised Dec. 2024]
β
π΅ Thursday, weekly Herefs MUCH DEWCHURCH BLACK SWAN SESSION [no pub or session website]
β Black Swan (01981 540295), B4348, Much Dewchurch, Hereford HR2 8DJ
β Bob Chance, 01981 540725, r.h.t.c(at)hotmail.co.uk
β Thursday night is folk night in possibly the oldest pub in Herefordshire, delightful, welcoming 15th century heavily-beamed village inn. Home-prepared, mainly locally-sourced food, guest beers typically from regional breweries, draught perry and cider. [new member 18/1/20]
π Thursday, 1st, 1.30pm Herefds LONGTOWN BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB www.sesiwn.com/sesiwn/ClwbAlaw/BlackHil.html
β The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 1.30 until 4pm
β Judy Mabe 01432 263495; email judy.mabe<at>gmail.com
β We meet from 1.30 until 4pm on the first Thursday, and play traditional European and American music. (various details revised, July 2019)
βπ΅ Thursday, 1st, Herefs MUCH MARCLE ROVING FOLK (no website)
β Much Marcle Memorial Hall, Much Marcle, Ledbury HR8 2LY. 7.30pm.
β John Hodgson 01531 890852. Email rovingfolkkempley<at>btinternet.com to join the mailing list.
β A warm reception for singers, players and the spoken word. Bring your own drinks. Free entry. [venue change 2022 Jan, was in Glos]
π΅ Friday, occasional Herefs BROMYARD THE CONQUEST THEATRE https://conquest-theatre.co.uk
β The Conquest Theatre, Tenbury Road, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4LL (in person).
By post: c/o The Conquest Theatre, 1 Rowberry Street, Bromyard,Herefordshire HR7 4DU
β Email: hello<at>conquest-theatre.co.uk Facebook: ConquestTheatre Telephone: 01885 488575 [Updated July 2024]
β Much Marcle Memorial Hall, Much Marcle, Ledbury HR8 2LY. 7.30pm.
β John Hodgson 01531 890852. Email rovingfolkkempley<at>btinternet.com to join the mailing list.
β A warm reception for singers, players and the spoken word. Bring your own drinks. Free entry. [venue change 2022 Jan, was in Glos]
π΅ Friday, occasional Herefs BROMYARD THE CONQUEST THEATRE https://conquest-theatre.co.uk
β The Conquest Theatre, Tenbury Road, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4LL (in person).
By post: c/o The Conquest Theatre, 1 Rowberry Street, Bromyard,Herefordshire HR7 4DU
β Email: hello<at>conquest-theatre.co.uk Facebook: ConquestTheatre Telephone: 01885 488575 [Updated July 2024]
Worcestershire
π΅ βDay Varies Worcs BRETFORTON FLEECEY FOLK www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
β Fleece Inn 01386 831173 The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. Sep-May
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
β Fleecey Folk, folk concert nights. [2017 Feb, changed to Day Varies]
π΅ Sunday, 2nd Worcs BRETFORTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE FLEECE INN www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Fleece Inn (01386 831173), The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. WR11 7JE. 8-11.00pm.
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
β
π΅ Monday, Fortnightly Worcs WORCESTER DRAGON INN SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Dragon Inn (01905 25845) , 51 The Tything, Worcester WR1 1JT (A38 north from city).
β Mike Walton 01905 357482mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Traditional Irish music throughout, jigs, reels, polkas, hornpipes and airs plus other variants.
The Zoom session (see Venues-Zoom webpage) will still continue on other Mondays in view of a number of people liking this format, together with some being too distant to easily get to the pub. (revised Nov 2022).
π΅ βFeb 2023 --- VENUE CLOSED - NEW VENUE BEING SOUGHT, please contact Frank as below. 2024.
was Monday, 1st Worcs WORCESTER SESSION AT THE PHEASANT (no website)
β Frank Jolley 07482 625877 βmartin001745<at>gmail.com
β
π΅ Wednesday, 3rd Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE CELTIC SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham WR11 7JE.. Historic National Trust pub. Approximately 8.30pm start.
β Nigel Smith 01386 831173 nigel<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
β Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly traditional Celtic folk (music & song). Food available. Excellent beer!
β Fleece Inn 01386 831173 The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. Sep-May
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
β Fleecey Folk, folk concert nights. [2017 Feb, changed to Day Varies]
π΅ Sunday, 2nd Worcs BRETFORTON SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSION: THE FLEECE INN www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β The Fleece Inn (01386 831173), The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. WR11 7JE. 8-11.00pm.
β Paul Bryan, theflyingmorrisman<at>hotmail.com, 07711 121210
β 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/singers. [Aug 2024, amended]
β
π΅ Monday, Fortnightly Worcs WORCESTER DRAGON INN SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Dragon Inn (01905 25845) , 51 The Tything, Worcester WR1 1JT (A38 north from city).
β Mike Walton 01905 357482mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Traditional Irish music throughout, jigs, reels, polkas, hornpipes and airs plus other variants.
The Zoom session (see Venues-Zoom webpage) will still continue on other Mondays in view of a number of people liking this format, together with some being too distant to easily get to the pub. (revised Nov 2022).
π΅ βFeb 2023 --- VENUE CLOSED - NEW VENUE BEING SOUGHT, please contact Frank as below. 2024.
was Monday, 1st Worcs WORCESTER SESSION AT THE PHEASANT (no website)
β Frank Jolley 07482 625877 βmartin001745<at>gmail.com
β
π΅ Wednesday, 3rd Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE CELTIC SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham WR11 7JE.. Historic National Trust pub. Approximately 8.30pm start.
β Nigel Smith 01386 831173 nigel<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
β Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly traditional Celtic folk (music & song). Food available. Excellent beer!
π
Wednesday, every 4 week Worcs BREDON THE ROYAL OAK SESSION pub website www.facebook.com/theroyaloakbredon
β The Royal Oak (01684 772502), Main Road, Bredon, GL20 7LW. Start at 8.00 p.m. or before if people are there.
β Tony Gibbons 01242 232126 tonyjgibbons<at>btinternet.com
β Every 4 weeks on a Wednesday. Any instrument would be welcome. All traditions will be welcomed including Scandinavian & European. Parking is good. Onlookers would be welcomed. Contact Tony by email or phone as above. (Nov 2022, new listing)
π΅ Thursday, Wkly Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, ,Worcs WR11 7JE. 8.45pm, all year
β info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk pub 01386 831173
β Historic National Trust pub. Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly but not solely, traditional English folk. Food available. Excellent beer! All Fleece Inn event tickets available on line: www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
π΅ Thursday, 1st or 2nd Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE CEILIDH CLUB www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. From 7.30pm
β info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk pub 01386 831173
β Historic National Trust pub. With the Fleece Ceilidh Band & caller Tina Morris - a real fun experience! Β£10 (-18 Β£5). Dates see website. All Fleece Inn event tickets available on line: www.thefleeceinn.co.uk (added Feb 2024)
β
π΅ Thursday, 2nd+Last Worcs BROMSGROVE BROMSGROVE FOLK CLUB www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk
β Catshill Club (01527 833227), 13 Meadow Road, Catshill, Bromsgrove B61 0JJ. 8.15pm
β Bob Bignell. 0121 476 5938. Mob: 07828 716842. bobcynfolk<at>aol.com
β We book artists who entertain, the best on from this country and beyond. In addition, regular βSinginβ and Suppinβ nights when
we entertain ourselves, well attended, such is the standard. Held in a large comfortable room with a bar.
ββ
π΅ Thursday, Fortnightly Worcs MALVERN TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION Ir/Sc. www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β The Wyche Inn (01684 575396), 74 Wyche Road, Malvern WR14 4EQ. 8.30pm.
β Mike Walton 01905 357482. Or contact βPaul Hawes: paulmhawes<at>gmail.com
β Traditional music session. Come along for the best in Irish and Scottish music. Musicians welcome, or just come along to listen. [2017 Apr , venue changed]
π Thursday, 1st daytime Worcs REDDITCH MOUNTAIN DULCIMER Practice Sessions http://dulcimer.org.uk
β Sally's home in Redditch. B97 4PD. Please contact Sally for directions, 11.00 - 15:00. (please check)
β Sally Whytehead, 01527 64229. sally.whytehead<at>gmail.com
β Mountain Dulcimer informal get together where you can learn to play and learn new repertoire, with bring and share lunch. Some instruments available for loan. Please contact Sally before attending for the first time. Free. [2019 Dec, sessions name retitled]
π΅ Thursday, 1st & 3rd Worcs ECKINGTON ANCHOR INN SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Anchor Inn & Restaurant, Cotheridge Ln, Eckington, Pershore WR10 3BA, in the Snug bar of the pub. 8pm-11pm
β Mike Walton, 01905 357482. mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
β All forms of music and song, mainly traditional, informal. (added Nov 2022)
β The Royal Oak (01684 772502), Main Road, Bredon, GL20 7LW. Start at 8.00 p.m. or before if people are there.
β Tony Gibbons 01242 232126 tonyjgibbons<at>btinternet.com
β Every 4 weeks on a Wednesday. Any instrument would be welcome. All traditions will be welcomed including Scandinavian & European. Parking is good. Onlookers would be welcomed. Contact Tony by email or phone as above. (Nov 2022, new listing)
π΅ Thursday, Wkly Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, ,Worcs WR11 7JE. 8.45pm, all year
β info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk pub 01386 831173
β Historic National Trust pub. Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly but not solely, traditional English folk. Food available. Excellent beer! All Fleece Inn event tickets available on line: www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
π΅ Thursday, 1st or 2nd Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE CEILIDH CLUB www.thefleeceinn.co.uk
β The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. From 7.30pm
β info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk pub 01386 831173
β Historic National Trust pub. With the Fleece Ceilidh Band & caller Tina Morris - a real fun experience! Β£10 (-18 Β£5). Dates see website. All Fleece Inn event tickets available on line: www.thefleeceinn.co.uk (added Feb 2024)
β
π΅ Thursday, 2nd+Last Worcs BROMSGROVE BROMSGROVE FOLK CLUB www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk
β Catshill Club (01527 833227), 13 Meadow Road, Catshill, Bromsgrove B61 0JJ. 8.15pm
β Bob Bignell. 0121 476 5938. Mob: 07828 716842. bobcynfolk<at>aol.com
β We book artists who entertain, the best on from this country and beyond. In addition, regular βSinginβ and Suppinβ nights when
we entertain ourselves, well attended, such is the standard. Held in a large comfortable room with a bar.
ββ
π΅ Thursday, Fortnightly Worcs MALVERN TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION Ir/Sc. www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β The Wyche Inn (01684 575396), 74 Wyche Road, Malvern WR14 4EQ. 8.30pm.
β Mike Walton 01905 357482. Or contact βPaul Hawes: paulmhawes<at>gmail.com
β Traditional music session. Come along for the best in Irish and Scottish music. Musicians welcome, or just come along to listen. [2017 Apr , venue changed]
π Thursday, 1st daytime Worcs REDDITCH MOUNTAIN DULCIMER Practice Sessions http://dulcimer.org.uk
β Sally's home in Redditch. B97 4PD. Please contact Sally for directions, 11.00 - 15:00. (please check)
β Sally Whytehead, 01527 64229. sally.whytehead<at>gmail.com
β Mountain Dulcimer informal get together where you can learn to play and learn new repertoire, with bring and share lunch. Some instruments available for loan. Please contact Sally before attending for the first time. Free. [2019 Dec, sessions name retitled]
π΅ Thursday, 1st & 3rd Worcs ECKINGTON ANCHOR INN SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Anchor Inn & Restaurant, Cotheridge Ln, Eckington, Pershore WR10 3BA, in the Snug bar of the pub. 8pm-11pm
β Mike Walton, 01905 357482. mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
β All forms of music and song, mainly traditional, informal. (added Nov 2022)
π΅ Friday, 1st, 3rd, 5th (may vary, check web) Worcs WORCESTER SOMERS TRAD. FOLK CLUB www.somers-folk-club.org.uk
β Bishop Allenby Hall (Streetmap), an accessible venue, St. Stephen's Church - parking in churchyard, hall is to side of church. St. Stephen's Street, via A449, Worcester WR3 7HS. (aerial_view) 8.15-10.45pm (doors 8pm) - please check website for exceptional changes. All year.
β Chris info<at>somers-folk-club.org.uk, or Eleanor & Sam 01684 561378 (E&S are the Folklife editors -- but STFC is a separate organisation)
β βA place where traditional song is at homeβ. Mostly songs; choruses start 1st Fridays; singersβ nights every Friday, all welcome. Visitors Β£3.50, but your 1st visit is free! We also have occasional Saturday specials (Member-only) free to regulars.
βπ΅ 2nd & 4th Fri Zoom Currently Somers members only; annual membership is Β£10 to 31/12 annually. Contact etc as above. [added: an accessible venue, & 5th Fridays, updated Nov 2023]
π Saturday, 1st Worcs ALVECHURCH ALVECHURCH FRENCH DANCE & MUSIC https://tradartsteam.co.uk/our-events/events-by-partners-and-friends/
ββ Alvechurch Village Hall, Worcs B48 7JX, 2.30pm - 5pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU,
email alvechurchfrenchdance<at>gmail.com, website as above
β Monthly traditional dance events. Come and enjoy a variety of traditional French dances, bourrΓ©es, polkas, mazurkas, valses, Breton, etc. All abilities of dancer and musician welcome, please bring Β£2 towards the cost of the hall. Please bring your own refreshments. [2023 Feb, new webpage]
π΅ Saturday, 4th Worcs BRANSFORD FOLK AT THE FOLD www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk
β The Fold, A4103 Worcester to Hereford Rd, Bransford, Worcestershire, WR6 5JB. 8.30pm
β Eric+Eileen Payne, 01886 880061. 24 Huntingdon, Cradley, near Malvern, Worcs WR13 5JZ eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
β Be heard! come and sing, play, tell a story or poem - or just enjoy listening! Beautiful half-timbered surroundings with lovely acoustics. Entrance Β£2. Bring your own drinks and a smile! βFolkβ - as individual as you are. All welcome!
π Saturday, 2nd, + occ. other Worcs PERSHORE FOYER FOLK www.number8.org
β Number 8, High Street, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 1BG, 8pm
β Box Office 01386 555488. General Office 01386 555028, email enquiries<at>number8.org
β Number 8βs folk night in The Foyer are on second Saturdays (occasional variations - please check before travelling) showcasing bands and performers from the local area and from further afield. Admission prices vary, from as little as Β£4. Details www.number8.org [new Member, 2018 Oct]
π΅ ββSaturday, 2nd Worcs RUSHWICK RUSHWICK FOLK CLUB https://rushwickfolkclub.wixsite.com/home
β Rushwick Village Hall, Rushwick, near Worcester. 8.00pm.
β Derek Lovell, 01299 824908 derek.lovell<at>yahoo.co.uk
β Singersβ nights, Β£2 admission, all year. Please bring your own beer. Tea/coffee available during break. [new website, 2017 Jan]β
β Bishop Allenby Hall (Streetmap), an accessible venue, St. Stephen's Church - parking in churchyard, hall is to side of church. St. Stephen's Street, via A449, Worcester WR3 7HS. (aerial_view) 8.15-10.45pm (doors 8pm) - please check website for exceptional changes. All year.
β Chris info<at>somers-folk-club.org.uk, or Eleanor & Sam 01684 561378 (E&S are the Folklife editors -- but STFC is a separate organisation)
β βA place where traditional song is at homeβ. Mostly songs; choruses start 1st Fridays; singersβ nights every Friday, all welcome. Visitors Β£3.50, but your 1st visit is free! We also have occasional Saturday specials (Member-only) free to regulars.
βπ΅ 2nd & 4th Fri Zoom Currently Somers members only; annual membership is Β£10 to 31/12 annually. Contact etc as above. [added: an accessible venue, & 5th Fridays, updated Nov 2023]
π Saturday, 1st Worcs ALVECHURCH ALVECHURCH FRENCH DANCE & MUSIC https://tradartsteam.co.uk/our-events/events-by-partners-and-friends/
ββ Alvechurch Village Hall, Worcs B48 7JX, 2.30pm - 5pm
β Traditional Arts Team, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU,
email alvechurchfrenchdance<at>gmail.com, website as above
β Monthly traditional dance events. Come and enjoy a variety of traditional French dances, bourrΓ©es, polkas, mazurkas, valses, Breton, etc. All abilities of dancer and musician welcome, please bring Β£2 towards the cost of the hall. Please bring your own refreshments. [2023 Feb, new webpage]
π΅ Saturday, 4th Worcs BRANSFORD FOLK AT THE FOLD www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk
β The Fold, A4103 Worcester to Hereford Rd, Bransford, Worcestershire, WR6 5JB. 8.30pm
β Eric+Eileen Payne, 01886 880061. 24 Huntingdon, Cradley, near Malvern, Worcs WR13 5JZ eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
β Be heard! come and sing, play, tell a story or poem - or just enjoy listening! Beautiful half-timbered surroundings with lovely acoustics. Entrance Β£2. Bring your own drinks and a smile! βFolkβ - as individual as you are. All welcome!
π Saturday, 2nd, + occ. other Worcs PERSHORE FOYER FOLK www.number8.org
β Number 8, High Street, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 1BG, 8pm
β Box Office 01386 555488. General Office 01386 555028, email enquiries<at>number8.org
β Number 8βs folk night in The Foyer are on second Saturdays (occasional variations - please check before travelling) showcasing bands and performers from the local area and from further afield. Admission prices vary, from as little as Β£4. Details www.number8.org [new Member, 2018 Oct]
π΅ ββSaturday, 2nd Worcs RUSHWICK RUSHWICK FOLK CLUB https://rushwickfolkclub.wixsite.com/home
β Rushwick Village Hall, Rushwick, near Worcester. 8.00pm.
β Derek Lovell, 01299 824908 derek.lovell<at>yahoo.co.uk
β Singersβ nights, Β£2 admission, all year. Please bring your own beer. Tea/coffee available during break. [new website, 2017 Jan]β
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For more Venues ~ West Midlands information, see Folklife West: West Midlands and these other magazines & listings in print, online & radio
ONLINE
βπ΅ West Midlands [& West Country] MR REDβs MID WEST listings www.cresby.com
β Cresby Brown
β Mr Redβs website gives regional listings, for the βMid-Westβ, including part of West Midlands, by day and by county.
π΅ ββ Shropshire & elsewhere SABRINAFLU Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/27261137852/
β David Harley 07891 999619. Contact: david.a.harley<at>gmail.com.
β Promoting folk(-ish) music, song, dance and poetry, especially but not exclusively along the course of the river Severn (hence Sabrinaflu).
π Staffs NORTH STAFFS FOLK DIARY www.thefolkdiary.co.uk
β Peter Hopkins. northstaffsfolkdiary<at>gmail.com
β Listing of what is on in North Staffordshire and surrounding areas. Event organisers please email northstaffsfolkdiary@gmail.com with updates. [2024 November: new listing]
π΅ β Worcestershire & very nearby WORCESTER Traditional Music Pageβ www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Mike Walton 01905 357482. mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Website with information on Worcesterβs traditional music scene.
π΅ β Warks, Coventry, nearby FOLKFAX www.folkfax.net
β Malc Gurnham 024 7634 5568, Mobile: 077 6019 0309. Email: mail<at>bedworthfolkclub.co.uk
π΅ β Warks & nearby COTSWOLD FOLK listings www.cotswoldfolk.co.uk
β Paul Bryan 07711 121210
π΅ β Warks & nearby β SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSIONS listings www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β Paul Bryan 07711 121210
RADIO
π β βWarkwickshire ANKER FOLK www.ankerradio.co.uk
ββ Geoff Veasey, Presenter folk<at>ankerradio.co.uk. Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/ankerradio/playlists/anker-folk
β 1st and 3rd Wednesdays monthly on Hospicoms, on 1286am and online via station website. Presenters: John Goodman & Geoff Veasey. For the three most recent broadcasts, www.ankerradio.co.ukthen click on the FOLK button. [Apr 2018]
βπ΅ West Midlands [& West Country] MR REDβs MID WEST listings www.cresby.com
β Cresby Brown
β Mr Redβs website gives regional listings, for the βMid-Westβ, including part of West Midlands, by day and by county.
π΅ ββ Shropshire & elsewhere SABRINAFLU Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/27261137852/
β David Harley 07891 999619. Contact: david.a.harley<at>gmail.com.
β Promoting folk(-ish) music, song, dance and poetry, especially but not exclusively along the course of the river Severn (hence Sabrinaflu).
π Staffs NORTH STAFFS FOLK DIARY www.thefolkdiary.co.uk
β Peter Hopkins. northstaffsfolkdiary<at>gmail.com
β Listing of what is on in North Staffordshire and surrounding areas. Event organisers please email northstaffsfolkdiary@gmail.com with updates. [2024 November: new listing]
π΅ β Worcestershire & very nearby WORCESTER Traditional Music Pageβ www.worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Mike Walton 01905 357482. mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
β Website with information on Worcesterβs traditional music scene.
π΅ β Warks, Coventry, nearby FOLKFAX www.folkfax.net
β Malc Gurnham 024 7634 5568, Mobile: 077 6019 0309. Email: mail<at>bedworthfolkclub.co.uk
π΅ β Warks & nearby COTSWOLD FOLK listings www.cotswoldfolk.co.uk
β Paul Bryan 07711 121210
π΅ β Warks & nearby β SHIFTING SUNDAY SESSIONS listings www.sessionfolk.blogspot.com
β Paul Bryan 07711 121210
RADIO
π β βWarkwickshire ANKER FOLK www.ankerradio.co.uk
ββ Geoff Veasey, Presenter folk<at>ankerradio.co.uk. Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/ankerradio/playlists/anker-folk
β 1st and 3rd Wednesdays monthly on Hospicoms, on 1286am and online via station website. Presenters: John Goodman & Geoff Veasey. For the three most recent broadcasts, www.ankerradio.co.ukthen click on the FOLK button. [Apr 2018]