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| Events on Friday 22nd May 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 10:15 - 12:15 | Schools' Day workshops | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Chippenham Folk Festival's very popular events for local Key Stage 2 children are by invitation only. Please contact your primary school if you wish your child to attend. Aimed at ages: Key Stage Two Shooting Roots | Event Tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 12:45 | Dulcimer Mountain | Island Park: Community Stage | Dulcimer Mountain is a Chippenham-based trio playing Americana, Folk, Country and a bit of Rock-n-Roll. Dulcimer Mountain | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:45 - 14:30 | Schools' Day Ceilidh | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Chippenham Folk Festival's very popular events for local Key Stage 2 children are by invitation only. Please contact your primary school if you wish your child to attend. Aimed at ages: Key Stage Two The Downfielders | Event Tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:00 - 13:40 | Hot Club Of Folk Town | Island Park: Community Stage | Regulars in the local folk scene, Margaret on Fiddle and Ross on Guitar, bring Roots music with a top dressing of swing Hot Club of Folk Town | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 14:55 | M3G | Island Park: Community Stage | Chippenham's own M3G. A young singer-songwriter with a range of covers and own material. M3G | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:30 - 16:10 | Becky Syson | Island Park: Community Stage | Uplifting positive songs for the soul with Nottinghamshire singer-songwriter Becky Syson. Becky Syson | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:35 - 17:05 | The Downfielders | Island Park: Community Stage | The Downfielders are staples of the festival. A band based around the Downfield schools, Gloucestershire, With a constant turnover of students in the line up the band has been running for 40 years. The Downfielders | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17:30 - 18:30 | Wings and Whispers | Island Park: Community Stage | Music inspired by the natural world and magical beings. Join the harp, voice, whistle, and guitar for a journey through English and American folk. Wings and Whispers | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 18:00 - 19:00 | A Chance to Meet... | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | A chance to meet Marilla Homes and Ken Wilson ahead of their performances over the weekend. Marilla Homes, Ken Wilson, Barry Goodman | Weekend or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:00 - 24:00 | Irish Session | Old Road Tavern | Join the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome. Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | American Contra Dance | Town Hall: Neeld | A fun Friday evening of contra dancing (P) Nicola Scott, Bearded Dragons | Weekend tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | Mixed Dance | St Paul's Church | A varied mix of interesting and fun dances to start off the festival! (G) Victoria Yeomans, Matthew Coatsworth, Jacqueline Schwab (US), Ali Messer | Weekend tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | Mixed Dance | Town Hall: Town Hall | A varied mix of interesting and fun dances to start off the festival! (P) Liam Binley, Pete & Sue Hall | Weekend tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 23:45 | Welcome Ceilidh | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Kick off the festival with a high-energy welcome ceilidh! Dance to Brown Boots Boogie Band with Ian Nichols calling. Fun for all, no experience needed.(P) Brown Boots Boogie Band, Ian Nichols, Liberty Hill North West (North West) | Weekend or Event tickets Only (£15) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | Bal | Olympiad: Riverbank | An evening of balfolk dancing, interspersing popular balfolk dances (such as bourrees, mazurkas and scottishes) with regional French dances. (A) Shivelight, Ravi Sawney | Weekend tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | Opening Concert | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | A folk powerhouse! After last year’s roaring success during the festival season, Sāwol kick off our festival in style. Joined by festival veteran Keith Donnelly and the mesmerising Lauren South. Sāwol, Donnelly and South, Sam Hindley | Weekend or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:00 | Folk Club | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Festival Folk Club hosted by Lewes Saturday Folk Club's Valmai Goodyear with guest spots from Ken Wilson and Peter & Barbara Snape. Ken Wilson, Peter and Barbara Snape, Spare Parts | Weekend or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | Welcome Sing‑around | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Kick off the festival with George Dale and Mike Gibson! Our welcome sing-around is the perfect place to share a song, lead a chorus, or just listen in. All styles and voices are warmly invited. George Dale and Mike Gibson | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 23:00 | Trad Night | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Join Mossy Christian for a night of traditional music featuring:
Jeff Warner,
Jim & Lynette Eldon,
Nigel Smith,
Megan Wisdom,
Dave Webber & Anni Fentiman,
Sean Lyons. Jeff Warner, Jim & Lynette Eldon, Dave Webber and Anni Fentiman, Nigel Smith , Megan Wisdom, Seán Lyons, Mossy Christian | Weekend or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 22:30 - 23:30 | Post-Bal Session & Dancing | Olympiad: Riverbank | Bring your instruments and/or dancing shoes. | Weekend tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Events on Saturday 23rd May 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 09:30 - 11:00 | English Dance Workshop - There's No Business Like Shaw Business | Town Hall: Neeld | A session of reconstructions by Andrew and original choreography by Pat. (P) Orly Krasner (US), John Hymas & Denise Bearon | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | American Dance Workshop - Making Waves | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Contras and squares with waves. (G) Geoff Cubitt, Bearded Dragons | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | Mixed Dance Workshop - Victoria's Inventions | Town Hall: Town Hall | Dances written by Victoria, many of them published in “At Home with Deo Volente”. (G) Victoria Yeomans, JAMB | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | Folk Dance Basics and Beyond | Olympiad: Riverbank | A workshop for beginners and refreshers, with an emphasis on contra and Playford-style dancing, and covering all you need to know to get you dancing this weekend. (P) Bob Morgan, Linda Game & Gareth Kiddier | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 10:45 | Absolute Beginners Melodeon | Yelde Hall | Join Ed and Helena and begin your melodeon journey today. Accessible workshop taught using an intuitive tab system with no music-reading needed. 20+ loan instruments available. Squeezebox from Scratch | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:45 - 11:15 | Songwriting Inspired By Traditional Precedents | Angel Function Room | Roger will discuss writing with traditional songs as a model, illustrated with recordings of his own songs. Participants will be invited to offer examples of
their own work. Roger Watson | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 10:25 | Chippenham Male Voice Choir | Island Park: Community Stage | Chippenham Male Voice Choir has performed since 1940 when formed as the Westinghouse Choir. We are excited to welcome to the community stage for their first time at the folk festival Chippenham Male Voice Choir | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 10:45 | Baby Bops Pre Walkers | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Songs and rhymes for babies with bubbles and sensory-led fun. Aimed at ages: 0-2 Becky Bops | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 14:00 | The Magic Lantern | Island Park: The Magic Lantern (Shadow puppet theatre) | Work with our puppeteer and storytellers at the Spectacular Magic Lantern, Make your own shadow puppets and bring your song and stories to life. Aimed at ages: 5+ Ian Douglas, Jo Douglas, Gacko, Professor Pumpernickel | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:30 | Practice Tune Session | Town Hall: Neeld Cafe | Practice sessions for popular English dance tunes, any instrument. Ear players and readers are welcome. Dots provided, also downloadable from:
http://www.sparepartsband.co.uk/SPTunes.php Spare Parts | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:45 | Singing Together | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Part 1 of 2 sessions where Megan Wisdom leads a vocal harmony workshop, teaching traditional songs in two or more parts. Learning will be by ear with music available if required. All welcome. Megan Wisdom | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Olympiad: Outside Olympiad | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Chalice Morris Men (Cotswold Morris), Hips and Haws (North Wiltshire), Hereburgh Morris (Cotswold), Old Palace Clog (North West), Dawnswyr Tipyn O Bopeth (Welsh Folk Dance), Mr Wilkins Shilling (North West Clog), Rockhopper Morris (Cotswold), Englands Glory (Cotswold), Kittiwake Border Morris (Border), Radstock Morris (Mixed Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 11:45 | Talk: Nancy Kerr - Heritage, Music, Place | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Nancy Kerr | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | The Three Crowns | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Rockhopper Morris (Cotswold), Cry Havoc (Cotswold), The Tattered Court (Border), Beltane Border (Border), Summertown Morris (Cotswold), Icknield Way (Cotswold), Treacle Eater Clog (Northwest), Sweyn’s Ey (Cotswold Morris) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Borough Parade | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Dawnswyr Tipyn O Bopeth (Welsh Folk Dance), Wickham Morris (Cotswold & Border), Englands Glory (Cotswold), Moonlight Morris (Border), Sweyn’s Ey (Cotswold Morris), Chalice Morris Men (Cotswold Morris), New Moon Morris (Mixed Morris), Stafford Morris (Cotswold), Bow Brook Border Morris (Border), Old Palace Clog (North West), Mary Rose And Royal George (Non traditional style) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Middle High Street | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Morena Slovak Dance Co. (International, Slovakian), New Moon Morris (Mixed Morris), Mish Mash Morris (Mixed), Bow Brook Border Morris (Border), Steampunk morris (Border), Chippenham Town Morrismen (Cotswold), Hips and Haws (North Wiltshire), Cardiff Morris (Cotswold / Welsh), Chiltern Hundreds Clog Morris (North West), Hereburgh Morris (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | The Buttercross | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Heaps Morris (Cotswold), Mr Wilkins Shilling (North West Clog), Stafford Morris (Cotswold), Chiltern Hundreds Clog Morris (North West), Kittiwake Border Morris (Border), Wild Thyme (Border), Steampunk morris (Border), Forest of Dean Morris (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | St Andrews (Outside) | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Chippenham Town Morrismen (Cotswold), Icknield Way (Cotswold), Forest of Dean Morris (Cotswold), Radstock Morris (Mixed Cotswold), Heaps Morris (Cotswold), Mish Mash Morris (Mixed), Moonlight Morris (Border), Liberty Hill North West (North West), New Esperance (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Rose and Crown | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Morena Slovak Dance Co. (International, Slovakian), Summertown Morris (Cotswold), Cardiff Morris (Cotswold / Welsh), Treacle Eater Clog (Northwest), Mary Rose And Royal George (Non traditional style), Wickham Morris (Cotswold & Border), Cry Havoc (Cotswold), The Tattered Court (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Island Park: Island Park Stage | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. Rose Hips (Belly dance), Crooked Moon (Appalachian), Sahara Sisters Bellydancing group (Bellydance), City Clickers (Clog step dance) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Cousin Normans | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. Knickerbocker Glory (Appalachian), City Clickers (Clog step dance), Rose Hips (Belly dance) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 12:00 | NYFTE Rapper Workshop | Masonic Centre | Learn some fast-paced dance moves and tie yourselves in knots with swords with the exuberant National Youth Folk Troupe of England (NYFTE). Exclusively for 11-17s. Aimed at ages: 11-17 NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Meet the Team - Beltane Border | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | A Chance to Meet Beltane Border Morris. Now in its 25th year with a varied repertoire of mostly self-penned dances Beltane will take you on a journey across England’s last wilderness, Dartmoor. Expect dances inspired by moorland myths, legends and monuments interspersed with songs and background about the side. Beltane Border (Border) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Beginners Appalachian with Crooked Moon | The Ruze | Learn a sequence of basic steps from the Appalachian tradition accompanied by our fabulous Old Time musicians. Hard soled shoes or taps recommended. (This is a stand alone workshop) Crooked Moon (Appalachian) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:45 - 11:20 | Bristol Youth Folk | Island Park: Community Stage | A performance from Bristol Youth Folk, a brand new group for kids in the Bristol area, aged 6-17, learning about all types of folk - from Cotswold to Molly, Rapper to Border. Bristol Youth Folk | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 11:45 | Children's Ceilidh Workshop | Island Park: Make and Do tent | Can't wait till the children's ceilidh on Monday? Naomi from Fairy Tale Family Folk Dance will have you spinning in no time with games designed to introduce key ceilidh calls and moves. Aimed at ages: 3-17 FairyTale Family Folk Dance | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 12:30 | Ocarina workshop | Yelde Hall | Learn to play the transverse ocarina, a ceramic wind instrument with an distinctive 'etherial' tone. Taught by maker Robert Hickman with G ocarinas. Suitable for beginners, loan instruments available. Robert Hickman | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 24:00 | Irish Session | Old Road Tavern | Join the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome. Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:10 - 11:50 | Toddle Bops Walkers | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Music mayhem for little folk with parachute play, shaky eggs, sensory scarves, bubbles and more! Aimed at ages: 3+ Becky Bops | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | English Dance Workshop - Maggots | Town Hall: Neeld | A selection of Liam's favourite Maggot dances. (P) Liam Binley, John Hymas & Denise Bearon | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:40 | American Dance Workshop - Shadows and End Effects | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Contra dances with “interesting” shadows and end effects can be confusing when they’re unexpected, but in this workshop, we’ll break down what is really going on and build skills and understanding that will help you navigate them more easily in the future. (A) Diane Silver (US), Bearded Dragons | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | Mixed Dance Workshop - A Trip to Scotland | Town Hall: Town Hall | Scottish dances for English country dancers, learn some new figures from Scottish dances interpreted for an ECD style (G) Nicola Scott, JAMB | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | Callers' Workshop - The Walkthrough | Olympiad: Riverbank | Often overlooked, a solid walkthrough can set your dancers up for success and let the caller drop out more quickly. Walkthroughs can also be opportunities to remind people about points of convention, style, and safety. In this workshop, we’ll share different strategies, including different calling styles, and best practices using practical examples, discuss how to prepare successful walkthroughs for new-to-you dances, and more. Louise Siddons | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:30 - 12:30 | Talk: Wilts and Berks Canal Trust | Angel Function Room | Join Dave Maloney, volunteer from the Wilts and Berks Canal Trust, sharing wonderful stories of our local canal. This is a tale of history, community, and the long-term project to restore the UK’s longest canal right in our own backyard. Dave will pull back the curtain on the dedication of the volunteer workforce and show us how this monumental effort is not only reconnecting our history but also nurturing the natural world we all love. Come grab a seat, settle in, and hear how we’re bringing life back to our local waters. Wilts and Berks Canal Trust, Tom Guest | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:40 - 12:10 | Wiltshire Young Musicians | Island Park: Community Stage | Wiltshire Young Musicians draw school-age musicians from across the county, playing in a variety of different ensembles - including orchestras, windbands, choirs and bands. Wiltshire Young Musicians | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Dance Workshop with the Bristol Youth Project | Island Park: Make and Do tent | Bristol Youth Folk will be teaching a simple Border Morris dance that will then be performed at the end of the session - all ages are welcome! Sticks and Bells will be provided.
Aimed at ages: 3-17 Bristol Youth Folk | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 13:00 | North West Workshop with Liberty Hill | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | Butterley: Butterley was written by our Leader, Sheila a few years ago and is now danced by several teams. Named after the original Butterley Brick Company of Derbyshire who built the blue iron girders at the iconic St. Pancras Station. Music is our version of the lively tune, Schottiche du Camion. Liberty Hill North West (North West) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Ilmington with New Esperance | The Ruze | New Esperance Morris has breathed new life into the Ilmington tradition, including the reintroduction of galleys. Paired with 17th and 18th century tunes researched by our musicians, we have developed new choruses. Please wear dance shoes and bring hankies if you have them. Some Cotswold experience required.
New Esperance (Cotswold) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:15 - 13:15 | Wee Folkies: Inclusive Music Making | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Inclusive music-making workshops suitable for all children up to the age of 10, exploring sensory themes and playfulness! Aimed at ages: 0-5 Ben Matthews and friends | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:25 - 12:50 | Maypole Performance with Langley Fitzhurse C of E Primary School | Island Park: Community Stage | A local primary school whose maypole team are regulars to the festival. Don't forget to stick around to have a go with Let us Dance after this afternoons parade! Langley Fitzhurse C of E Primary | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 13:00 | Canal Tales | Angel Function Room | Storyteller and narrowboat dweller Ian Douglas has salvaged a wealth of stories from the depths. Murder and mystery, heroes and love, devils and oatcakes are all wrapped up in this storytelling session– but beware ... you will never see the towpath in the same way again! Ian Douglas, Tom Guest | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Coffee Concert | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Some of the finest songwriters on the folk scene perform and discuss their approach to songwriting, chaired by Megan Wisdom. Megan Wisdom, Sandra Kerr, Dave Webber, Roger Watson | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 14:30 | Acoustic Afternoon Concert: Songs from Our Native Lands | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Acoustic afternoon concert with sets from (in this order) Sean Lyons, Jeff Warner and James Fagan. Jeff Warner, Seán Lyons, James Fagan, Katie Howson | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 13:30 | NYFTE & WYM lunchtime ceilidh | Masonic Centre | A ceilidh given by youth musicians, but for everyone who fancies a lunchtime whirl. NYFTE are joining forces with locals Wiltshire Young Musicians for a one-off dance extravaganza. NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth), Wiltshire Young Musicians | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:45 - 14:15 | Bodhran Workshop | Yelde Hall | Irish bodhran drumming workshops. Open to everyone with beginners most welcome. Drums provided. Lots of fun, laughter, drumming and live practice music. Sense of humour considered helpful. Bruce Lowe | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:00 - 13:40 | Callers' Round | Olympiad: Riverbank | An opportunity for callers to meet up and exchange notes, hosted by Fee Lock. Fee Lock | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:15 - 13:50 | The Magicians Nephew | Island Park: Community Stage | A lively ceilidh band, made up of members from The Bristol Folk House Choir, performing their concert set with ceilidh tune as well as 4 part harmony singing. The Magician’s Nephew | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:15 - 14:15 | Storytelling: Jack Tales | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Everyone knows a story about Jack, Jack the Everyman, Jack the hero. Come join storyteller Ian Douglas for a collection of Jack tales fit for anyone’s ear Ian Douglas | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 16:30 | Scrap Attack: Banners | Island Park: Make and Do tent | Craft session with Wiltshire Scrapstore All donated scrap that would have gone into landfill. come help us decorate the new community stage banner to be seen and loved for years to come. Make a small flag or banner of your own to take home. Aimed at ages: 3-17 The Wiltshire Scrapstore | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Canal Songs | Angel Function Room | Continuing our water themed day, we have the fabulous Towpath Singers joining us for some canal shanties. Towpath Singers, Tom Guest | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 14:45 | Building Essential Session Skills | The Ruze | A confidence-building session for beginner and intermediate players. Tips and tricks to help you get to grips with session playing. All instruments welcome, tunes used will be in G or D. Tony Hodkin | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 15:15 | Afternoon Sing | The Three Crowns | Join Kitty Vernon for a relaxed afternoon sing at The Three Crowns, offering an intimate and cosy venue for a big sing. Kitty Vernon | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:50 - 14:10 | The Bristol Folk House Choir | Island Park: Community Stage | A lively community choir covering a wide range of folk songs Bristol Folk House Choir | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | English Dance Workshop - Poussettes Galore | Town Hall: Neeld | An exploration of dances both historical and modern featuring a variety of poussettes. (P) Orly Krasner (US), Matthew Coatsworth, Jacqueline Schwab (US) | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | American Dance Workshop - What the Hey | Olympiad: Sports Hall | All the heys, with a focus on shape, timing, and flow. Contras, squares, maybe even a triplet! (P) Louise Siddons, Definitely Contraband | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Irish Set Dance Workshop | Town Hall: Town Hall | Experience the range of regional styles of Irish Set Dance. No prior knowledge required. Event tickets available from Box Office. (G) Kevin & Carol Monaghan | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Balfolk Dance Workshop | Olympiad: Riverbank | Details of this event to be available on the website / app Lucy Huzzard, Shivelight | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Shooting Roots: Drama workshop | Masonic Centre | Create and devise scenes, skits and vignettes with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. The zanier the better. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Parade | The Buttercross, Middle High Street, Island Park: Island Park Stage | A parade of all our wonderful dance teams; this will start at Market Square and process down the High Street to end at the Island Park Stage. Morena Slovak Dance Co. (International, Slovakian), Beltane Border (Border), Liberty Hill North West (North West), New Esperance (Cotswold), Crooked Moon (Appalachian), Chippenham Town Morrismen (Cotswold), Hips and Haws (North Wiltshire), Bow Brook Border Morris (Border), Cardiff Morris (Cotswold / Welsh), Chiltern Hundreds Clog Morris (North West), Dawnswyr Tipyn O Bopeth (Welsh Folk Dance), Chalice Morris Men (Cotswold Morris), Kittiwake Border Morris (Border), Treacle Eater Clog (Northwest), Rockhopper Morris (Cotswold), Wild Thyme (Border), Englands Glory (Cotswold), Moonlight Morris (Border), Wickham Morris (Cotswold & Border), New Moon Morris (Mixed Morris), Sweyn’s Ey (Cotswold Morris), The Tattered Court (Border), Rose Hips (Belly dance), Mr Wilkins Shilling (North West Clog), Hereburgh Morris (Cotswold), Old Palace Clog (North West), Stafford Morris (Cotswold), Steampunk morris (Border), Summertown Morris (Cotswold), Mary Rose And Royal George (Non traditional style), NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:15 - 14:30 | Parade Passes the Community Stage | Island Park: Community Stage | The stage will pause as the Parade passes the stage : Please make way and stay off the path, allowing the parade to pass to the Island Park Stage Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:30 - 15:30 | Singing Hats | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Karen and Phil Morris unique show using self-made animal hats and finger puppets to enhance the music and encourage all to join in the experience. Aimed at ages: 0-5 Singing Hats | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:30 - 16:00 | Crafty Crochet | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Join experienced crochet teacher Sharon Carter and make a festival souvenir. Suitable for absolute beginners, small charge for materials payable during the session. Sharon Carter | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:30 - 15:45 | Ornamentation, Improvisation and Rhythm | Yelde Hall | Improvers workshop with Tess (bodhran/flute) & Mark (whistle/pipes), looking at techniques to make playing more interesting & enjoyable. Focus on bodhran, whistle & pipes, but all instruments welcome. Tess Livingstone & Mark Goodman | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 17:00 | The Magic Lantern | Island Park: The Magic Lantern (Shadow puppet theatre) | Work with our puppeteer and storytellers at the Spectacular Magic Lantern, Make your own shadow puppets and bring your song and stories to life. Aimed at ages: 5+ Ian Douglas, Jo Douglas, Gacko, Professor Pumpernickel | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 17:30 | Saturday Afternoon in St. Andrews | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | A double-headliner delight! Patakas’ driving brotherly harmonies meet the virtuosic, high-energy trad of Jon Doran & The Northern Assembly. Two of the scene's most exciting young acts. Jon Doran & The Northern Assembly, Patakas, Sam Hindley | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 15:40 | Folk Friendzy: A workshop mashup | Island Park: Community Stage | Folk Friendzy are regular performers on the community stage but this year they are inviting you to have ago at their unique style. A high-energy workshop blending traditional dance with popular music. Aimed at ages: 5+ Folk Friendzy (Clog, Morris (northwest/border), Rapper, Irish) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Olympiad: Outside Olympiad | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Heaps Morris (Cotswold), Summertown Morris (Cotswold), Chiltern Hundreds Clog Morris (North West), Forest of Dean Morris (Cotswold), Moonlight Morris (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | The Three Crowns | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Morena Slovak Dance Co. (International, Slovakian), Wickham Morris (Cotswold & Border), New Esperance (Cotswold), Mary Rose And Royal George (Non traditional style), Cardiff Morris (Cotswold / Welsh), Liberty Hill North West (North West) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Borough Parade | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Chippenham Town Morrismen (Cotswold), Mr Wilkins Shilling (North West Clog), Steampunk morris (Border), Hereburgh Morris (Cotswold), Kittiwake Border Morris (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Middle High Street | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Dawnswyr Tipyn O Bopeth (Welsh Folk Dance), Stafford Morris (Cotswold), Wild Thyme (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | The Buttercross | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Mish Mash Morris (Mixed), Hips and Haws (North Wiltshire), Bow Brook Border Morris (Border), Englands Glory (Cotswold), Radstock Morris (Mixed Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | St Andrews (Outside) | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Chalice Morris Men (Cotswold Morris), Cry Havoc (Cotswold), The Tattered Court (Border), Treacle Eater Clog (Northwest), Rose Hips (Belly dance), New Moon Morris (Mixed Morris) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Rose and Crown | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Rockhopper Morris (Cotswold), Beltane Border (Border), Sweyn’s Ey (Cotswold Morris), Old Palace Clog (North West), Icknield Way (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Island Park: Island Park Stage | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth), Bristol Youth Folk | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Cousin Normans | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. City Clickers (Clog step dance), Crooked Moon (Appalachian), Knickerbocker Glory (Appalachian) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:15 | Shooting Roots: Song workshop | Masonic Centre | Sing your heart out and create harmonies with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | Mixed Dance Workshop - Dances to Tunes I Particularly Like | Town Hall: Neeld | A selection of dances with tunes that Liam particularly enjoys and hopes that you will too! (P) Liam Binley, Matthew Coatsworth, Jacqueline Schwab (US), Ali Messer | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | American Dance Workshop - Variations on Squares | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Grid squares, zias, 5-cpl squares, double-contras with square moments, etc. (maybe a few regular 4-cpl. squares). We’ll aim for an interesting mix. (A) Diane Silver (US), Definitely Contraband | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | Irish Set Dance Workshop | Town Hall: Town Hall | Experience the range of regional styles of Irish Set Dance. No prior knowledge required. Event tickets available from Box Office. (G) Kevin & Carol Monaghan | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | Balfolk Dance Workshop | Olympiad: Riverbank | Details of this event to be available on the website / app Lucy Huzzard, Shivelight | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Keith Donnelly Family Fun Show | Island Park: Community Stage | Laughs, songs and stories with the wonderful and mischievous Keith Donnelly Aimed at ages: 5-122 Keith Donnelly | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:00 | An hour with Tom Kitching | Angel Function Room | Tom Kitching doing readings and songs and stories about life on Spey. Tom Kitching, Jen Cox | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Little Concert | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Festival favourites, The Luscombe Sisters, are joined St. Albans Folk Festival's New Roots Competition winner Gabriel Bath for a relaxed afternoon. The Luscombe Sisters , Gabriel Bath, Jeff Gillett | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 18:00 | Lingmara: World Music Choir | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Lingmara: World Music Community Choir sing in a variety of musical genres they have performed in Lithuania, Germany and France. Lingmara: World Music Choir | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:15 | Ballad Session | Yelde Hall | Join our host Rosie Upton with festival guest Bill Crawford in our Ballad session , Come and participate or sit back listen and enjoy! Brian Peters , Rosie Upton, Moira Craig, Barbara Snape | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:00 | An Hour With Rob Johnston | The Ruze | Rob Johnston | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Soft Play Stay and Play | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Looking for a shady space to relax. There are no artists scheduled for this session but the space and soft play is available for families use. Please remain with you're children at all times Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:30 - 18:00 | Shooting Roots: Make A Band workshop | Masonic Centre | Bring your instruments and form a brand new band with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17:30 - 18:30 | Wiltshire Concert Band | Island Park: Community Stage | With woodwind, brass and percussion sections, the band repertoire is vast and ranges from traditional marches to big band classics, popular musical shows and arrangements of classical music. Wiltshire Concert Band formerly the Wiltshire Police Band | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17:30 - 19:25 | Zesty Contra Dance | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Lively contra dances with a strong sense of connection and fun. (G) Geoff Cubitt, Bearded Dragons | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Swingletree | The Ruze | Swing into the evening with Swingletree, bringing lovely harmonies from their tales of life on the canals. Swingletree | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | Playford Ball | Town Hall: Neeld | New York Playford Ball favorites, old and new. (will be called using positional vocabulary) (P) Orly Krasner (US), Matthew Coatsworth, Jacqueline Schwab (US), Ali Messer | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | American Contra Dance | St Paul's Church | A fun evening of contras and squares. (A) Diane Silver (US), Linda Game & Gareth Kiddier | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | Mixed Dance | Town Hall: Town Hall | A mixture of Nicola's favourites from ECD, Scottish and American dances (G) Nicola Scott, John Hymas & Denise Bearon | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 20:20 | Pre-Bal Session & Dancing | Olympiad: Riverbank | Bring your instruments and/or dancing shoes. | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:00 | Intimate Evenings in The Angel | Angel Function Room | Experience an enchanting night at The Angel with Sally Ironmonger, Brian Carter, and Hannah Wood. From witty, story-led contemporary folk to dreamy, soulful pop, enjoy a unique, unplugged connection. Sally Ironmonger and Brian Carter, Hannah Wood, Bill Crawford | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 21:00 | Shooting Roots: Tunes, Games and Songs | Masonic Centre | Evening fun with Shooting Roots, with games, songs, tunes and fun aimed at an exclusive young people session. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 24:00 | Ceilidh | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Saturday night heats up with Trinculo! Join caller Nick Walden for an energetic ceilidh that’ll lift the roof.(P) Trinculo, Nick Walden, Beltane Border (Border) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only (£15) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 21:30 | The Magic Lantern: Telling Tales at Twilight | Island Park: The Magic Lantern (Shadow puppet theatre) | The Magic Lantern presents: Telling Tales at Twilight, a magical and spectacular evening of story and shadow puppetry. Aimed at ages: 5-122 Ian Douglas, Jo Douglas, Gacko, Professor Pumpernickel | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | Saturday Evening in St. Andrews | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | Captivating ballads from rising star Holly Clarke set the stage for folk royalty. Jackie Oates & John Spiers bring masterful fiddle and melodeon for an evening of pure English trad. Jackie Oates & John Spiers, Holly Clarke, Nancy Potts | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:00 | Folk Club | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Festival Folk Club hosted by Bob & Gill Berry with guest spots from Brian Peters and Jim & Lynette Eldon. Brian Peters , Jim & Lynette Eldon, Bob and Gill Berry | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 21:00 | Dulcimer Mountain | The Ruze | Dulcimer Mountain | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | Forebitter or Worse: Shanties & Songs of the Sea | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Join George Dale and Mike Gibson for a maritime sing-around. Raise your voice with authentic shanties and songs of the sea. Lead a verse or join the chorus—all are welcome! George Dale and Mike Gibson | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 23:00 | Trad Night | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Join Megan Wisdom for a night of traditional music featuring: Rosie Upton, The Luscombe Sisters, Sandra Kerr, Katie Howson, Belinda Kempson & Fran Foote. Rosie Upton, The Luscombe Sisters , Sandra Kerr, Katie Howson, Belinda Kempster & Fran Foote, Megan Wisdom, Hyem | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:30 - 22:40 | Bal | Olympiad: Riverbank | An evening of dances ranging from exquisite mazurkas to joyful bourrées. (A) Lucy Huzzard, Nicky McConkey & Richard Scott | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 22:00 - 23:00 | Keith Donnelly | The Ruze | Keith Donnelly presents a classic late night get together. Laughs and larks from one of our festival favourites. Keith Donnelly | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 22:40 - 23:30 | Post-Bal Session & Dancing | Olympiad: Riverbank | Bring your instruments and/or dancing shoes. | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 23:15 - 24:00 | Will Allen & Becci Pamely | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Will & Becci perform music from their new organ and fiddle album 'Great & Small'. Will Allen & Becci Pamely | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Events on Sunday 24th May 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 09:30 - 11:00 | Mixed Dance Workshop - I Like a Challenge | Town Hall: Neeld | Dances to really make you think. Not for the faint-hearted or those who missed their caffeine hit this morning. (G) Victoria Yeomans, Pete & Sue Hall | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | American Dance Workshop - Challenging Contras, Broken Down and Taken Bit by Bit | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Dances with quirky choreography or high-piece counts are fun, but often don’t get called at a weekly or monthly dance because they require a bit more teaching. This workshop provides the opportunity to take them bit by bit so we can enjoy them with no stress. (A) Diane Silver (US), Definitely Contraband | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | Mixed Dance Workshop - A Peek Inside My Brain | Town Hall: Town Hall | Liam considers that his brain is possibly a scary place to be, but hopes that these dances aren't too mind-boggling. Mostly English, possibly some American, and even some Scottish! (P) Liam Binley, Matthew Coatsworth, Jacqueline Schwab (US), Ali Messer | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | Callers' Workshop - Calling American Squares | Olympiad: Riverbank | A workshop for callers on the topic of calling American squares. (G) Geoff Cubitt, Linda Game & Gareth Kiddier | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 10:45 | Absolute Beginners Melodeon | Yelde Hall | Join Ed and Helena and begin your melodeon journey today. Accessible workshop taught using an intuitive tab system with no music-reading needed. 20+ loan instruments available. Squeezebox from Scratch | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 10:45 | Bristol Youth Folk Workshop | Island Park: Community Stage | Learn how to Morris Dance with Bristol Youth Folk! We will be teaching a Cotswold Morris Dance for beginners, complete with live music, bells, and possibly even hankies! Aimed at ages: 5+ Bristol Youth Folk | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 13:00 | Circus Skills with Clare's Circus | Island Park: Make and Do tent | Run away with the circus! Local artist Clare has all you need to learn the skills of the trade Aimed at ages: 3-17 Clare’s Circus | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 10:45 | Baby Bops Pre Walkers | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Songs and rhymes for babies with bubbles and sensory-led fun. Aimed at ages: 0-2 Becky Bops | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 14:00 | The Magic Lantern | Island Park: The Magic Lantern (Shadow puppet theatre) | Work with our puppeteer and storytellers at the Spectacular Magic Lantern, Make your own shadow puppets and bring your song and stories to life. Aimed at ages: 5+ Ian Douglas, Jo Douglas, Gacko, Professor Pumpernickel | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:30 | Practice Tune Session | Town Hall: Neeld Cafe | Practice sessions for popular English dance tunes, any instrument. Ear players and readers are welcome. Dots provided, also downloadable from:
http://www.sparepartsband.co.uk/SPTunes.php Spare Parts | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:45 | Singing Together | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Part 2 or 2 sessions where Megan Wisdom leads a vocal harmony workshop, teaching traditional songs in two or more parts. Learning will be by ear with music available if required. All welcome. Megan Wisdom | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:30 | Bodhran Workshop | Masonic Centre | Irish bodhran drumming workshops. Open to everyone with beginners most welcome. Drums provided. Lots of fun, laughter, drumming and live practice music. Sense of humour considered helpful. Bruce Lowe | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Olympiad: Outside Olympiad | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Knights of King Ina (Cotswold Jigs), Malmesbury Morris (Cotswold and Border), Mary Rose And Royal George (Non traditional style), Dawnswyr Tipyn O Bopeth (Welsh Folk Dance), Old Palace Clog (North West), Steampunk morris (Border), Mish Mash Morris (Mixed), Pigsty Morris (Cotswold), Devizes Jubilee Morris (Cotswold), Wickham Morris (Cotswold & Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | The Three Crowns | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Mish Mash Morris (Mixed), Ellington (Cotswold), Devizes Jubilee Morris (Cotswold), White Horse Morris (Cotswold and Border), Moonlight Morris (Border), Mary Rose And Royal George (Non traditional style), Mafficking Border (Border), Sarum (Cotswold), Steampunk morris (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Borough Parade | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Morena Slovak Dance Co. (International, Slovakian), Moonlight Morris (Border), Liberty Hill North West (North West), Sarum (Cotswold), Rag Morris (Cotswold/Border), Ellington (Cotswold), Malmesbury Morris (Cotswold and Border), Alton Morris (Border), New Esperance (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Middle High Street | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Clausentum (Cotswold), Wild Thyme (Border), Alton Morris (Border), Wickham Morris (Cotswold & Border), Folk Friendzy (Clog, Morris (northwest/border), Rapper, Irish), Black Adder Morris (North West), Rag Morris (Cotswold/Border), White Horse Morris (Cotswold and Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | The Buttercross | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Morena Slovak Dance Co. (International, Slovakian), Clausentum (Cotswold), Folk Friendzy (Clog, Morris (northwest/border), Rapper, Irish), Old Meg Morris (North West), Mafficking Border (Border), New Esperance (Cotswold), Kittiwake Border Morris (Border), Bow Brook Border Morris (Border), Old Palace Clog (North West) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Rose and Crown | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Kittiwake Border Morris (Border), Black Adder Morris (North West), Pigsty Morris (Cotswold), Bow Brook Border Morris (Border), Stafford Morris (Cotswold), Knights of King Ina (Cotswold Jigs), Old Meg Morris (North West), Dawnswyr Tipyn O Bopeth (Welsh Folk Dance), Beltane Border (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Island Park: Island Park Stage | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. Sweet Coppin Clog (North West + step clog), Rivelin clog (Clog), Applejacks (Appalachian), Tappalachian (Appalachian), Spank the Planks (Appalachian), Aldbrickham Clog and Step Dancers (clog & step dance) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Cousin Normans | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. Spank the Planks (Appalachian), Theale Tattoo (Step Clog), Aldbrickham Clog and Step Dancers (clog & step dance), Crooked Moon (Appalachian), Sweet Coppin Clog (North West + step clog), Applejacks (Appalachian) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 11:45 | Talk: Cecil Sharp, Saint or Sinner? | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Although he's generally acknowledged as the greatest of England's folk song collectors, the reputation of Cecil Sharp has taken a battering in recent years. He's been accused of selectivity in his fieldwork, bowdlerising songs for publication, hating women and, recently, of a fascist ideology. Brian Peters sets the record straight. Brian Peters | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 11:30 | North West Workshop with Liberty Hill | The Ruze | Westhoughton. Written by Trefor Owen in the 1980s in celebration of the gargoyles on Westhoughton church tower. Our music is Quadrille Bouchard and Marche du Verner.
Liberty Hill North West (North West) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 12:00 | Infrastructure | Angel Function Room | A workshop on arranging dance music, starting from the underlying rhythmic and
harmonic infrastructure. Suitable for all instruments. Roger Watson | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 11:45 | NYFTE Workshop | Island Park: Community Stage | The National Youth Folk Troupe of England teach us some traditional dance styles. Suitable for all ages. NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 12:15 | Absolute Beginner D Whistle | Yelde Hall | An introduction to the D whistle, suitable for absolute beginners and taught by ear. Limited loan instruments available - or visit the music stalls on your way to the Yelde. Colin Messer | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Sunday Hymn Sing | Angel Hotel : Angel Atrium | Join us in The Angel Hotel for a hymn sing. Hymn books will be provided. Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 24:00 | Irish Session | Old Road Tavern | Join the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome. Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:10 - 11:50 | Toddle Bops Walkers | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Music mayhem for little folk with parachute play, shaky eggs, sensory scarves, bubbles and more! Aimed at ages: 3+ Becky Bops | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | English Dance Workshop - Local-ish to me | Town Hall: Neeld | A selection of dances written by people ‘local-ish’ to Liam (so around Rutland). (P) Liam Binley, Pete & Sue Hall | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:40 | American Dance Workshop - Grid Squares, Exploding Squares etc. | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Squares and contras that move you from set to set (and sometimes back) (G) Geoff Cubitt, Definitely Contraband | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | Dance Musicians' Workshop | Town Hall: Town Hall | Matthew Coatsworth will lead a workshop based on recent research with Georgia Delve into 18th century country dances. Participants will have the opportunity to play music soon to be released on a recording by the Warleggan band. Matthew Coatsworth, Jacqueline Schwab (US), Ali Messer | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | American Dance Workshop - No-Swing Contras | Olympiad: Riverbank | Zesty dances, hot music, no swings. Are you ready for the Peterborough (New Hampshire) Challenge? (P) Louise Siddons, Linda Game & Gareth Kiddier | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:45 - 13:15 | Songwriting Workshop | Masonic Centre | It’s just a song - or is it? Sally Ironmonger & Brian Carter share their idiosyncratic approach to songwriting and performance - discuss lyrics and tunes, and connection with your audience Sally Ironmonger and Brian Carter | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 12:30 | Show Choir | Island Park: Community Stage | Singing songs from smash hit West End musicals as well as lesser-known off-Broadway gems, all in a cappella, Chippenham & Swindon Show Choirs join forces Chippenham & Swindon Show Choirs | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Border Workshop with Beltane Border | The Ruze | Beltane combine confident and graceful flowing movements with fiery energy bringing tales of the myths, legends and monuments of Dartmoor alive. To illustrate this we’ll teach you our popular Tolmen Stone and Vixana dances - all welcome. Beltane Border (Border) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:15 - 13:15 | Singing Hats | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Karen and Phil Morris unique show using self-made animal hats and finger puppets to enhance the music and encourage all to join in the experience. Aimed at ages: 0-5 Singing Hats | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Ocarina workshop | Yelde Hall | Learn to play the transverse ocarina, a ceramic wind instrument with an distinctive 'etherial' tone. Taught by maker Robert Hickman with G ocarinas. Suitable for beginners, loan instruments available. Robert Hickman | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 14:30 | Acoustic Afternoon Concert | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | With sets from (in this order)Holly Clarke, Brian Peters, and Sandra & Nancy Kerr.
. Brian Peters , Holly Clarke, Sandra & Nancy Kerr, Nancy Potts | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 13:30 | Coffee Concert | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Grab a cup of your favourite brew and join us for a relaxing traditional afternoon, hosted by Barry Goodman. Belinda Kempster & Fran Foote, Hyem, Barry Goodman | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:00 - 14:30 | The Afternoon Ceilidh | Island Park: Community Stage | Bring the whole family for a free Sunday ceilidh! Dance to Fraser’s 10th with caller Prue Reilly. A lively afternoon of fun for all ages. (P) Aimed at ages: 5-122 Fraser's 10th, Prue Reilly | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:00 - 13:40 | Callers' Round | Olympiad: Riverbank | An opportunity for callers to meet up and exchange notes, hosted by Diane Silver. Diane Silver (US) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:15 - 14:15 | Storytelling: Of Beast and birds: | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | It’s often a journey into the natural world that teachers people what they most need to know, come take a journey into the wild with storyteller Ian Douglas Ian Douglas | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 16:30 | Scrap Attack: Fairytale Mascarade | Island Park: Make and Do tent | Craft session with Wiltshire Scrapstore All donated scrap that would have gone into landfill. Make your own mask or headgear and come join us at the Fairy Tale Ceilidh on Monday at 11:35 Aimed at ages: 3-17 The Wiltshire Scrapstore | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Young Traditions: New Roots & Rising Stars | Angel Function Room | Joining local rising star M3G is a fabulous entrant from the New Roots competition run by St. Albans Folk Festival. M3G, Martha Khan, Sophie Boon | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 15:15 | Afternoon Sing | The Three Crowns | Join Kitty Vernon for a relaxed afternoon sing at The Three Crowns, offering an intimate and cosy venue for a big sing. Kitty Vernon | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Callers' Showcase Dance | Town Hall: Neeld | Come and dance to the calls of a preselected group of callers, new to calling at Chippenham. (P/G/A) Bob Morgan, John Hymas & Denise Bearon | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | English Dance Workshop - Serendipity | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Dances by Fried deMetz Herman, mostly from her last collection. (P) Orly Krasner (US), Pete & Sue Hall | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Irish Set Dance Workshop | Town Hall: Town Hall | Experience the range of regional styles of Irish Set Dance. No prior knowledge required. Event tickets available from Box Office. (G) Kevin & Carol Monaghan | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Mixed Workshop – Dances for Odd Numbers | Olympiad: Riverbank | Dances for odd numbers - including dances for 3, 5, 7 dancers, maybe more! (P) Nicola Scott, Bearded Dragons | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Wee Folkies: Inclusive Music Making | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Inclusive music-making workshops suitable for all children up to the age of 10, exploring sensory themes and playfulness! Aimed at ages: 0-5 Ben Matthews and friends | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Shooting Roots: Theatre Workshop | Masonic Centre | Create and devise scenes, skits and vignettes with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. The zanier the better. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | The New Esperance Tradition | The Ruze | Forty-odd years ago, we started to write dances in a new style, using interesting tunes. There are now a dozen dances, which are designed for four people or multiples thereof. This is the first time they’ve been taught outside our practice hall! Bring your hankies and dance shoes, and instruments if you would like to pick up the tunes. No experience required.
New Esperance (Cotswold) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:15 - 15:30 | First Steps in Morris | Yelde Hall | Introduction to Cotswold Morris dancing. Accessible introductory session led by experienced dance teachers. Presented by the Morris Federation and led by Drew Knight. Suitable for Absolute Beginners. The Morris Federation, Knights of King Ina (Cotswold Jigs) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:30 - 16:00 | Crafty Crochet | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Join experienced crochet teacher Sharon Carter and make a festival souvenir. Suitable for absolute beginners, small charge for materials payable during the session. Sharon Carter | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 16:20 | NYFTE Show Case | Island Park: Community Stage | NYFTE (pronounced "nifty") are a team of 10-18 year olds from all over the country, performing a wide range of dance styles, song and musicianship. NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 17:00 | The Magic Lantern | Island Park: The Magic Lantern (Shadow puppet theatre) | Work with our puppeteer and storytellers at the Spectacular Magic Lantern, Make your own shadow puppets and bring your song and stories to life. Aimed at ages: 5+ Ian Douglas, Jo Douglas, Gacko, Professor Pumpernickel | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 17:30 | Sunday Afternoon in St. Andrews | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | Driving tunes from the James Kerry Trio, performing from their new album Tributaries. Backed by the rising talent of Harry Kessell and the soulful sounds of Sheaf. James Kerry Trio, Harry Kessell, Sheaf, Nancy Potts | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 16:00 | Album Launch | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Alvar Smith launches his new album A Sailor and His True Love, traditional singing from the Blaxhall Ship, with Veteran Records' Mossy Christian. MC Katie Howson Alvar Smith, Katie Howson, Mossy Christian | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Olympiad: Outside Olympiad | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Morena Slovak Dance Co. (International, Slovakian), Clausentum (Cotswold), Ellington (Cotswold), Mary Rose And Royal George (Non traditional style), Bow Brook Border Morris (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | The Three Crowns | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Kittiwake Border Morris (Border), Wickham Morris (Cotswold & Border), Liberty Hill North West (North West), Alton Morris (Border), Rag Morris (Cotswold/Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Borough Parade | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Knights of King Ina (Cotswold Jigs), Beltane Border (Border), Dawnswyr Tipyn O Bopeth (Welsh Folk Dance), White Horse Morris (Cotswold and Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Middle High Street | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Mish Mash Morris (Mixed), Old Meg Morris (North West), Devizes Jubilee Morris (Cotswold), Stafford Morris (Cotswold), Sarum (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | The Buttercross | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Malmesbury Morris (Cotswold and Border), Pigsty Morris (Cotswold), Wild Thyme (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Rose and Crown | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Moonlight Morris (Border), Folk Friendzy (Clog, Morris (northwest/border), Rapper, Irish), Mafficking Border (Border), Old Palace Clog (North West), Black Adder Morris (North West) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Island Park: Island Park Stage | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. Spank the Planks (Appalachian), Theale Tattoo (Step Clog), Aldbrickham Clog and Step Dancers (clog & step dance) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Cousin Normans | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. Sweet Coppin Clog (North West + step clog), Rivelin clog (Clog), Applejacks (Appalachian), Tappalachian (Appalachian) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:15 | Shooting Roots: Song workshop | Masonic Centre | Sing your heart out and create harmonies with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:30 - 16:30 | Jackie Oates songs with children and parents | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Festival headliner Jackie Oates visits the Under 5's Dome to lead an acoustic song session specifically for children and their parents Aimed at ages: 0-5 Jackie Oates | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:00 | Aqueilidh | Olympiad: Swimming Pool | Dive into a pool dance with Dancing Yew and caller Martin Clarke. It’s shore to be a whale of a time—just keep your head above water and go with the flow!(P)
Important: Numbers are limited, please collect (free to season ticket holders) tickets from the box office on a first-come first-served basis to secure your space to splash! | Event Tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | Harriet Willes Ball | Town Hall: Neeld | Miss Harriet Willes invites you to attend an afternoon of her favourite dances, as documented in her own hand. Harriet was the sister of the vicar of the nearby village of Christian Malford in the 1790s, and collected tunes and dances in her musical scrapbooks, now held in the local archives. Fans of Jane Austen and her milieu, and even Bridgerton, will learn a bit of local history and some authentic, accessible social dances in this workshop and dance organised in collaboration with Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre and the 'Music, Heritage, Place' research project. If you wish, dress up as your favourite Bridgerton/Austen character and bring a fan or dance card, or simply just turn up as you are, and have fun learning regency dances collected locally. (G) Aimed at ages: 11-Adult Louise Siddons, John Hymas & Denise Bearon | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | American Dance Workshop - 4 Square | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Squares and double contras (G) Geoff Cubitt, JAMB | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | Irish Set Dance Workshop | Town Hall: Town Hall | Experience the range of regional styles of Irish Set Dance. No prior knowledge required. Event tickets available from Box Office. (G) Kevin & Carol Monaghan | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:30 | An Eclectic Afternoon | Angel Function Room | Join John and Di Cullen for a rich, varied set supported by Bill Crawford. A delightful mix of song and style, bringing a unique, curated energy to our festival. Bill Crawford, John and Di Cullen | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:15 | Ballad Session | Yelde Hall | Join our host Rosie Upton with festival guests Gabriel Bath and Ken Wilson in our Ballad session. Come and participate or sit back listen and enjoy! Rosie Upton, Moira Craig, Gabriel Bath, Ken Wilson | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:00 | Improvers Appalachian with Crooked Moon | The Ruze | This workshop is aimed at those with some knowledge of Appalachian stepping. Learn a short routine in Crooked Moon's dynamic style. Hard soled shoes or taps recommended. (This is a stand alone workshop) Crooked Moon (Appalachian) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:30 - 18:00 | Ghost of a Sailor's Talking Blues | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Sailor Swift (Pete Morton), Sophie Boon | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:30 - 17:30 | Songs, Stories and Step | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | A good humoured hour of traditional songs, stories and step dancing. Jim & Lynette Eldon, Ken Langsbury & Bernie Cherry | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:30 - 18:00 | Shooting Roots: Make A Band workshop | Masonic Centre | Bring your instruments and form a brand new band with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:45 - 17:15 | The Cause Community Choir | Island Park: Community Stage | A collective of singers and musicians performing a wide variety of songs based at the Cause Music Centre Chippenham. Cause Community Choir | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17:30 - 18:30 | The Keith Donnelly Comedy Hour | Island Park: Community Stage | Fun for all the family with Keith Donnelly Aimed at ages: 5-122 Keith Donnelly | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17:30 - 19:25 | Zesty Playford Dance | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Dances published between 1651 and 1730 that reward energy and musicality. Some familiar favourites and perhaps some surprises! (P) Louise Siddons, JAMB | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Stick and Bucket Dance Competition | Old Road Tavern | Chippenham's hilarious annual contest for the best interpretation of Sir Terry Pratchett's Stick & Bucket Dance. Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | American Contra Dance | Town Hall: Neeld | An evening of lively contras and squares. (G) Geoff Cubitt, Definitely Contraband | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | English Dance - From NY with Love | St Paul's Church | English Country Dance favorites from the Big Apple (P) Orly Krasner (US), John Hymas & Denise Bearon | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | Irish Ceili | Town Hall: Town Hall | An evening ceili of Irish Set Dancing. Event tickets available from Box Office. (G) Kevin & Carol Monaghan, WillPower | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 21:30 | Evening Concert | Masonic Centre | Former Shooting Roots tutors, Matt and Mim, support Sheffield folk quartet The Underground Sun, who blend precise vocals with trad and contemporary tunes. Having already played many renowned folk festivals and venues, they are an accomplished, must-see band. The Underground Sun, Matt and Mim | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:45 - 22:45 | Techno Contra | Olympiad: Riverbank | This one’s about the vibes and the flow - and don’t forget your glow necklace. (P) Louise Siddons, Bearded Dragons | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 23:45 | Ceilidh | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Experience the explosive, high-octane energy of Lasair paired with Hannah Moore’s expert calling. A powerhouse evening of music and dance that you won't want to miss. (P) Lasair, Hannah Moore, New Esperance (Cotswold) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only (£15) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 21:30 | The Magic Lantern: Telling Tales at Twilight | Island Park: The Magic Lantern (Shadow puppet theatre) | The Magic Lantern presents: Telling Tales at Twilight, a magical and spectacular evening of story and shadow puppetry. Aimed at ages: 5-122 Ian Douglas, Jo Douglas, Gacko, Professor Pumpernickel | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | Sunday Evening in St. Andrews | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | Concertina and melodeon masters unite! Folk legend John Kirkpatrick and Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne bring a virtuosic, button-box bonanza. Richard Trethewey joins them, bringing songs and tales from Cornwall. John Kirkpatrick, Cohen Braithewaite-Kilcoyne, Barry Goodman, Richard Trethewey | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:00 | Bitter and Mild - Tom Kitching and Jen Reid | Angel Function Room | Tom and Jen present their show. Tom Kitching and Jennifer Reid, Keith Donnelly | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:00 | Folk Club | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | Festival Folk Club hosted by Bodmin Folk Club's Sylvia Watts, with guest spots from Pete Coe and Belinda Kempster & Fran Foote. Pete Coe, Belinda Kempster & Fran Foote, Sylvia Watts | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | The Big Sing | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Join George Dale and Mike Gibson for The Big Sing! Our flagship communal event invites everyone to raise the roof. Bring your finest voice for a powerful, shared celebration of song. Don't miss it! George Dale and Mike Gibson | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 23:00 | Trad Night | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Join Mossy Christian and Megan Wisdom for a night of traditional music featuring: Peter & Barbara Snape, Sean Lyons, Ken Wilson, Jim & Lynette Eldon, Alvar Smith, Ken Langsbury & Bernie Cherry, and Bennami Swift. Peter and Barbara Snape, Seán Lyons, Ken Wilson, Jim & Lynette Eldon, Alvar Smith, Bennami Swift, Ken Langsbury & Bernie Cherry, Mossy Christian and Megan Wisdom | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 23:00 | French Music and Dance | Old Road Tavern Barn | French session - Come along and join in playing French folk dance music. There's a chance to dance as well. Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 23:15 - 24:00 | New Roots Showcase | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Spots from a selection of the winners of this year's New Roots Competition, hosted by Barry Goodman. Gabriel Bath, Barry Goodman, Hyem, Martha Khan | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 09:30 - 11:00 | American Dance Workshop - Me and My Shadow | Town Hall: Neeld | American contra dances where you interact with your partner, neighbour and a friendly shadow (or two!) who follows you through the dance. (P) Nicola Scott, Definitely Contraband | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | Mixed Dance Workshop - Four Square | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Dances in many genres, but all in one formation. Square your sets! (G) Victoria Yeomans, JAMB | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | English Dance Workshop - Dances by Philippe Callens | Town Hall: Town Hall | A selection of dances by Philippe Callens, known for their musicality, flow, and elegant structure. A rewarding session for dancers who enjoy thoughtful and beautifully crafted choreography. (P) Liam Binley, Pete & Sue Hall | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 11:00 | Callers' Workshop - Calling American Squares | Olympiad: Riverbank | A workshop for callers on the topic of calling American squares. (G) Geoff Cubitt, Linda Game & Gareth Kiddier | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:30 - 10:45 | Improvers Melodeon | Yelde Hall | Join Ed and Helena for some tips and tricks to spice up your playing. Designed for melodeon players with a little experience looking to spread their musical wings. Squeezebox from Scratch | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:40 - 10:00 | SOUNDCHECK - Hot Club of Folk Town | Island Park: Community Stage | Hot Club of Folk Town , Jenny Rogers | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 09:45 - 11:15 | Songwriting Inspired By Traditional Precedents | Angel Function Room | Roger will discuss writing with traditional songs as a model, illustrated with recordings of his own songs. Participants will be invited to offer examples of
their own work. Roger Watson | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:00 | Hot Club of Folk Town | Island Park: Community Stage | Regulars in the local folk scene, Margaret on Fiddle and Ross on Guitar, bring Roots music with a top dressing of swing. This year, they're joined by Freestyle Appalachian flatfoot dancer Jennifer Rogers. Hot Club of Folk Town , Jenny Rogers | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 13:00 | Circus Skills with Clare's Circus | Island Park: Make and Do tent | Run away with the circus! Local artist Clare has all you need to learn the skills of the trade Aimed at ages: 3-17 Clare’s Circus | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 10:45 | Baby Bops Pre Walkers | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Songs and rhymes for babies with bubbles and sensory-led fun. Aimed at ages: 0-2 Becky Bops | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 14:00 | The Magic Lantern | Island Park: The Magic Lantern (Shadow puppet theatre) | Work with our puppeteer and storytellers at the Spectacular Magic Lantern, Make your own shadow puppets and bring your song and stories to life. Aimed at ages: 5+ Ian Douglas, Jo Douglas, Gacko, Professor Pumpernickel | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:30 | Practice Tune Session | Town Hall: Neeld Cafe | Practice sessions for popular English dance tunes, any instrument. Ear players and readers are welcome. Dots provided, also downloadable from:
http://www.sparepartsband.co.uk/SPTunes.php Spare Parts | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:30 | Singing | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Moira Craig | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:00 | Shooting Roots: Theatre Workshop | Masonic Centre | Create and devise scenes, skits and vignettes with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. The zanier the better. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:00 | Sound Bath | The Ruze | Introducing our enchanting Sound Bath Experience – a symphony for your senses, a journey for your soul! Immerse yourself in the soothing waves of sound as Ben Matthews and friends guide you through a transformative sonic adventure Ben Matthews | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:00 - 11:00 | Can't Sing, Won't Sing | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | A gentle introductory singing workshop covering vocal technique and confidence building specifically designed for those who feel they can't or shouldn't sing. Jess Arrowsmith | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Borough Parade | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Borderline Morris (Border), Chippenham Town Morrismen (Cotswold), Bell's Angels (Cotswold), Black Adder Morris (North West) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Middle High Street | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Steampunk morris (Border), Folk Friendzy (Clog, Morris (northwest/border), Rapper, Irish), Wild Thyme (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | The Buttercross | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Bell's Angels (Cotswold), Liberty Hill North West (North West), Hips and Haws (North Wiltshire), Steampunk morris (Border), Beltane Border (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Rose and Crown | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Black Adder Morris (North West), Beltane Border (Border), New Esperance (Cotswold), Borderline Morris (Border), Liberty Hill North West (North West) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 13:30 | Dance Displays | Island Park: Island Park Stage | A variety of Appalachian and step clog traditions being performed throughout the day. Crooked Moon (Appalachian), NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:30 - 11:45 | Talk: Not All Beer And Skittles | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | This is a talk on the games and activities that went on in Ale Houses, Inns and Taverns or in the yard at the rear of the building such as Quoits, Rat Clubs, Pigeon Racing, Cock Fighting etc, etc. Martin Horler | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:45 - 12:00 | Shanty Workshop | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Towpath Singers | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 12:15 | Vocal Health | Yelde Hall | Marilla Homes | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 - 24:00 | Irish Session | Old Road Tavern | Join the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome. Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:10 - 11:50 | Toddle Bops Walkers | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Music mayhem for little folk with parachute play, shaky eggs, sensory scarves, bubbles and more! Aimed at ages: 3+ Becky Bops | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | American Dance Workshop - Variations on Longways Sets: Double-contras, Triplets, Triple Minors, etc. | Town Hall: Neeld | This session will highlight these formations of American dance that often only get a short nod in an evening program. We’ll do some classics, but there’s a good chance there will be something that you’ve never seen before. (A) Diane Silver (US), Definitely Contraband | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:40 | English Dance Workshop - Celebrations | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Dances by Orly Krasner (P) Orly Krasner (US), JAMB | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | English Dance Workshop - Summersweet | Town Hall: Town Hall | A selection of dances from the Summersweet collection by Gary Roodman - graceful, flowing, and full of warmth, with a distinctly lyrical feel. (P) Liam Binley, Pete & Sue Hall | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:15 - 12:45 | Dance Organisers' Round | Olympiad: Riverbank | An opportunity for dance organisers to get together and discuss all things dance organising. Hosted by Jen Cox (Oxfolk/BunkFest/Open Morris/EFDSS) and Jane Curry & Andrew Findlay (London Barndance). | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:30 - 12:30 | Shooting Roots: Song workshop | Masonic Centre | Sing your heart out and create harmonies with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:30 - 12:30 | Flat Foot with Jenny Rogers | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | Come along and learn traditional and new style Appalachian and flat footing steps and choreography with some polyrhythms thrown in for fun. Jenny Rogers | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:35 - 12:35 | Family Fairy-tale Ceilidh | Island Park: Community Stage | Specifically for children and families, Led by Fairy Tale Folk Dance to the wonderful Downfielders. Bringing a sprinkle of fairy dust and story telling to introduce our youngest attendees to the fun to be had in ceilidh dancing. Costumes encouraged! Aimed at ages: 3+ FairyTale Family Folk Dance, The Downfielders | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 13:00 | An Hour With Cohen Braithewaite-Kilcoyne | Angel Function Room | A master of the squeezebox, experience a captivating journey through the deep roots of English traditional song. Cohen Braithewaite-Kilcoyne, Sam Hindley | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 14:00 | Afternoon Acoustic Concert | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | With sets from (in this order) Belinda Kempster & Fran Foote, Jim & Lynette Eldon and Mossy Christian & Megan Wisdom. Jim & Lynette Eldon, Belinda Kempster & Fran Foote, Mossy Christian and Megan Wisdom, Sylvia Watts | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 - 13:30 | Stay and Play | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Looking for a shady space to relax. There are no artists scheduled for this session but the space and soft play is available for families use. Please remain with you're children at all times Aimed at ages: 0-5 Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Bodhran Workshop | Yelde Hall | Irish bodhran drumming workshops. Open to everyone with beginners most welcome. Drums provided. Lots of fun, laughter, drumming and live practice music. Sense of humour considered helpful. Bruce Lowe | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Crafty Crochet | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Join experienced crochet teacher Sharon Carter and make a festival souvenir. Suitable for absolute beginners, small charge for materials payable during the session. Sharon Carter | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12:55 - 13:20 | The Good afternoon Choir | Island Park: Community Stage | The Chippenham & Calne Good Afternoon Choir (one of 23 FUN community choirs that sing in the afternoons) led by the wonderful Matt Finch. Chippenham & Calne Good Afternoon Choir | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:00 - 14:00 | Shooting Roots: Make A Band workshop | Masonic Centre | Bring your instruments and form a brand new band with other young people under the guidance of youth folk arts specialists Shooting Roots. Aimed at ages: 11-17 Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:00 - 14:30 | Storyround | The Ruze | Hosted by Ian Douglas, an opportunity to tell or listen. Bring a story you've been wanting to tell and offer it in a friendly space. Stories no longer than 3 minutes. Ian Douglas | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:30 - 16:30 | Scrap Attack: Circus Props | Island Park: Make and Do tent | Craft session with Wiltshire Scrapstore All donated scrap that would have gone into landfill. Have you enjoyed learning new circus skill this weekend? Come along and make your own ribbon stick, poi or your own creation that helps you test a skill. Aimed at ages: 3-17 The Wiltshire Scrapstore | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13:45 - 14:10 | Sounds with your feet | Island Park: Community Stage | Explore where making sound with your feet can take you with Clog dancer Vikki Lewis. Aimed at ages: 3+ Vikki Grimsley , Manny Grimsley | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | English Dance Workshop - Splendid Shaw | Town Hall: Neeld | Splendid 17th and 18th century dances interpreted by Andrew Shaw. (G) Victoria Yeomans, Pete & Sue Hall | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | American Dance Workshop - Not Just Duple Minors! | Olympiad: Sports Hall | American dances in different formations - longwise, Becket, Mescolanza, triplets and more! (P)
Nicola Scott, WillPower | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Scandi Dance Workshop | Olympiad: Riverbank | Details of this event to be available on the website / app Lucy Huzzard, Nicky McConkey & Richard Scott | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Coffee Concert | The Cause: The Cause Cafe | John and Di Cullen, Jeff & Elaine Gillet, Jeff Gillett | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Parade | The Buttercross, Middle High Street, Island Park: Island Park Stage | A parade of all our wonderful dance teams; this will start at Market Square and process down the High Street to end at the Island Park Stage. New Esperance (Cotswold), Crooked Moon (Appalachian), Beltane Border (Border), NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth), Bell's Angels (Cotswold), Folk Friendzy (Clog, Morris (northwest/border), Rapper, Irish), Hips and Haws (North Wiltshire), Chippenham Town Morrismen (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:15 - 14:55 | The Parade passes the Community Stage | Island Park: Community Stage | The stage will pause as the Parade passes the stage : Please make way and stay off the path, allowing the parade to pass to the Island Park Stage Details to follow | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:15 - 15:15 | Wee Folkies: Inclusive Music Making | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Inclusive music-making workshops suitable for all children up to the age of 10, exploring sensory themes and playfulness! Aimed at ages: 0-5 Ben Matthews and friends | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:30 - 16:00 | Jeff Warner: Songs from the Atlantic Nation | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Exploring the great wealth of song that traveled not only from the UK to the US, but also from the US to the UK. With songs from the Anne and Frank Warner Collection. Jeff Warner, Barry Goodman | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:30 - 16:30 | Farewell Sing | Angel Hotel : Angel Front Lounge | Bid a fond farewell with George Dale and Mike Gibson at our final afternoon sing-around. Share one last song and a hearty chorus as we wrap up the weekend in style. All voices welcome. George Dale and Mike Gibson | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14:30 - 15:45 | Building Essential Session Skills | Yelde Hall | A confidence-building session for beginner and intermediate players. Tips and tricks to help you get to grips with session playing. All instruments welcome, tunes used will be in G or D. Tony Hodkin | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 16:00 | Shooting Roots Showcase | Island Park: Community Stage | Come and see the fantastic results of our Shooting Roots workshops, held over the weekend, and support our festival youth! Shooting Roots | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 17:30 | Monday Afternoon in St. Andrews | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | Folk legend Pete Coe brings his stories and songs, joined by festival favourites Dave Webber and Anni Fentiman, with Seán Lyons’ songwriting craftsmanship. A masterclass in tradition close to our festival hearts. Pete Coe, Dave Webber and Anni Fentiman, Seán Lyons, Nancy Potts | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 - 17:00 | Wings and Whispers: Keeping the Tradition Flying | Angel Function Room | Ethereal harmonies and delicate strings meet the future of folk. We’re proud to present two New Roots competition winners in support of Bristol based duo Wings and Whispers. Hyem, Wings and Whispers , Jen Cox, Gabriel Bath | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Borough Parade | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Hips and Haws (North Wiltshire), Beltane Border (Border), New Esperance (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Middle High Street | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Wild Thyme (Border) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | The Buttercross | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:15 - 16:45 | Dance Displays | Rose and Crown | A variety of Morris traditions being performed throughout the day. Folk Friendzy (Clog, Morris (northwest/border), Rapper, Irish), Chippenham Town Morrismen (Cotswold) | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:30 - 16:30 | Singing Hats | Island Park: Under 5s dome | Karen and Phil Morris unique show using self-made animal hats and finger puppets to enhance the music and encourage all to join in the experience. Aimed at ages: 0-5 Singing Hats | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | English Dance Workshop - Timing is Everything | Town Hall: Neeld | Some of the most satisfying moments in dance come from nailing the timing of a connection, a lead forward, or a back-to-back. In this workshop we will discover those moments in our favourite dances from the long and living Playford tradition, finding the joy in perfectly-timed transitions and the beauty they create. (P) Louise Siddons, Jacqueline Schwab (US), Ali Messer | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | American Dance Workshop - Fun With Beckets | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Fun with becket formation dances! (G) Geoff Cubitt, WillPower | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 15:45 - 17:15 | Scandi Dance Workshop | Olympiad: Riverbank | Details of this event to be available on the website / app Lucy Huzzard, Nicky McConkey & Richard Scott | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:00 - 17:15 | Ballad Session | Yelde Hall | Join our host Rosie Upton with festival guest Bill Crawford in our Ballad session , Come and participate or sit back listen and enjoy! Rosie Upton, Bill Crawford, Moira Craig, Jim Eldon | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16:20 - 17:05 | The grand exhibition of contraptions and curiosities. | Island Park: Community Stage | A chaotic show loaded with myths, music, magic and mayhem featuring, songs, stories, sparkles and silliness. A bewildering and often breathtaking hour of absolute puerility. Aimed at ages: 5+ Ian Douglas, Professor Pumpernickel, Gacko | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17:30 - 18:30 | Helian | Island Park: Community Stage | Helian is a folk band blending gentle melodies, rich harmonies, and earthy storytelling to create music that feels both ancient and alive. Helian | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17:30 - 18:55 | Zesty Contra Dance | Olympiad: Sports Hall | Zesty Contras. Do you like skipping your heys, and allemanding twice around instead of once? Nothing too taxing, just lively contras you can enjoy to their fullest. (P) Louise Siddons, WillPower | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:00 - 22:00 | The Cause Music Cafe | The Cause: The Cause Auditorium | Fred and friends welcome you to the Cause music cafe, with special guest Pete Coe. Pete Coe, Fred Guscott and Friends | Donation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | Ceilidh | Olympiad: Sports Hall | The festival’s grand finale! End on a high note with the EFDSS Ceilidh Band and the legendary Fee Lock. One last chance to dance your heart out before the party’s over. Don't miss the big finish! (P) EFDSS Ceilidh Band, Fee Lock, Crooked Moon (Appalachian) | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only (£15) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | Mixed Dance | Town Hall: Neeld | Come and end the festival in style with a fun evening of dances. 20-30min display spot from NYFTE at 8pm. (G) Victoria Yeomans, Jacqueline Schwab (US), Ali Messer, NYFTE (National Youth Folk Troupe of England) (Youth) | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:30 | American Contra Dance | Town Hall: Town Hall | Come and end the festival in style with a fun evening of contras and squares! (A) Diane Silver (US), Bearded Dragons | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 20:10 | Pre-Balfolk & Scandi Dance Session & Dancing | Olympiad: Riverbank | Bring your instruments and/or dancing shoes. | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19:30 - 22:00 | Intimate Evenings in The Angel | Angel Function Room | A masterly display of acoustic guitar from Rob Johnston sets the stage for Bridge & Boden. Close-knit harmonies and stunning tunes close out our evenings in The Angel. Bridge & Boden, Rob Johnston, Tom Guest | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:00 - 22:30 | Monday Evening in St. Andrews | The Halsway Stage @ St Andrews Church | The stellar Kerr Fagan Van Eyken brings a powerful, sophisticated sound to our final stage, with support from the evocative Marilla Homes. A high-calibre close to our festival. Kerr Fagan Van Eyken, Marilla Homes, Sam Hindley | Weekend, Day or Event tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20:15 - 22:30 | Balfolk and Scandi Dance | Olympiad: Riverbank | A Grand Tour of Balfolk and Scandi dances. (A) Lucy Huzzard, Nicky McConkey & Richard Scott | Weekend or Day tickets Only | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||