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Sidmouth Folk Festival

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A week-long annual folk festival, held in August (30 Jul - 6 Aug 2027), featuring concerts, ceilidhs, workshops, top bands, late-night dancing, sessions & more!

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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Don't miss the 7-piece, virtuosic, prize-winning ensemble, She'koyokh playing klezmer and traditional music from the Balkans, Turkey and beyond at the Two Moors Festival on Saturday 10 October in Wiveliscombe. Tickets from £10. 16 and unders go free. tickets.twomoorsfestival.co.uk/sales/events...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Huge thanks to Julian May for this gorgeous write up in Songlines. Come and join us 30th July - 6th August 2027.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Just remembering the amazing Le Tournepierre - Walkabout with Compagnie des Invisibles around Peacock Lawn during festival week. What a work of art! #TBT
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Missed out on Festival Merch? Didn't get the T-shirt you wanted? Or fancy a little reminder of Sidmouth to see you through to next summer? Festival merch is now available to buy online. View the online store here: www.tickettailor.com/events/sidmo...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
If you weren't able to make a donation to the dance groups or to the 'Collection' events at the festival, here is your last opportunity to do so as the campaign will close in 6 days. www.justgiving.com/campaign/sid...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026
The Sidmouth Folk Festival is the country’s premier folk festival. Your donation will help guarantee its future.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
We had some special performances from faces old and new this year. What have been your favourite discoveries from Sidmouth 2026? Images of Pressgang Mutiny at The Bulverton, Cerys Hafana at Cellar Bar, Malin Lewis Trio at The Ham and Swim From the Wild Shore storytelling event off Jacob's Ladder.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Share your thoughts on Sidmouth Folk Festival Were you part of Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026? Please submit your feedback by Monday 14 September. www.surveymonkey.com/r/SidmouthFF...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The Official Festival Photos Are Here! Our brilliant Festival photographer Kyle Baker has unveiled his collection of images from this year’s Festival. Grab yourself a cuppa and settle in for a wander through a wonderful week by the seaside. www.kylebakerphotography.com/sidmouth-fol...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
See you in 2027 If this week has left you wanting more, you can already secure your place at next year’s Festival. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Sidmouth from 30 July to 6 August 2027. tickets.sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/events/sidmo...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Thank you! What a week we’ve had. Eight days and more than 800 events celebrating the full spectrum of folk music, dance, song and community. sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/what-a-wonde...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
All real ale is £3 a pint at The Ham bar from 5pm today! Happy Friday!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
One final party at The Bulverton After the procession, head up to The Bulverton for our final Late Night Extra: a ceilidh with BEARPIT and a performance from Silver Flame Rapper. Doors and bar open at 9.30pm. It’s going to be quite a party! Tickets on the door.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Join us for the Torchlight Procession tonight At 10pm, the Torchlight Procession sets off from Glen Road and makes its way along the Esplanade, a much-loved Sidmouth tradition marking the end of the Festival.
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Hobgoblin Music @hobgoblin.com · 07/08/2026
One more day to go! Whatever else you do with your last day at @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social in 2026, don't forget to head to Blackmore Gardens for dancing, children's entertainment, great food and of course the Hobgoblin Music stall.
The Sidmouth Folk Festival sign on the Bulverton hill at night
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Support the artists you’ve discovered Has an artist stopped you in your tracks this week? Found a new favourite, or rediscovered an old one? Today is Bandcamp Friday, when Bandcamp waives its revenue share and passes more of each purchase directly to artists and labels. bandcamp.com @bandcamp.com
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Workshop Update Sadly, Chan Reid is unable to run her Sean-nos Singing Workshop tomorrow morning at the School (event 829. 11.30-1pm).
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Keep an eye out for the amazing Le Tournepierre - Walkabout with Compagnie des Invisibles today around Peacock Lawn from 1.30-2pm.
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Camus @camusfolk.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
@sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social Thanks to all who came to our book launch of The Shepherds tune book at the Arts Centre today, and for playing their tunes with us. Their spirit lives on!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Some Wednesday highlights coming up: Gigspanner Big Band + Jenn Butterworth - 3.15pm at The Ham The Young'uns + Honey & The Bear - 8pm at The Ham Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening + Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterall, LNE with Simon Care Allstars, caller Fee Lock - 8pm at The Bulverton.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Monday night's Gaza Fundraiser with storyteller David Heathfield, Hannah Martin and Min Smart Wild was a wonderful and moving event which raised £533 for Luzan and Menna's family and £100 for Hala.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The Lantern Workshop with Thingumajig Theatre was in full swing yesterday afternoon in Peacock Marquee. We can't wait to see the finished pieces all lit up in the Torchlight Procession on Friday. Well done all.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
What a party we had with the mighty Talisk last night up the hill :)
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Some Tuesday big hitters for you... Capercaillie + Sian - 8pm at The Ham Talisk + Pressgang Mutiny, LNE with Trinculo, caller Ian Nichols - 8pm at The Bulverton. Tickets available on the door.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Hot Dogs! The festival discourages visitors to the town bringing their dogs on hot days due to the heat of the pavements and other surfaces.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Great to have ITV News West Country with us on Sunday covering the festival: www.itv.com/watch/news/c...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
We've got a gorgeous show lined up for you in The Ham this afternoon from 3.15pm. The brilliant Joshua Burnside makes his debut and Sidmouth favourites Miranda Sykes & Jim Causley return. Not to be missed!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Tonight up at The Bulverton from 8pm we welcome back Steve Knightley this time with his amazing Winter Yards Band plus True Foxes + Project Smok. LNE with the legendary Blowzabella. Midnight Dance spot by The Outside Capering Crew. Tickets available on the door.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
We're so looking forward to the return of Mad Dog Mcrea plus Mec Lir tonight up at The Bulverton from 8pm. LNE tonight from Sidmouth favourites Monster Ceilidh Band. Performance by Clausentum Morris. Tickets on the door.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Tonight Maddy Prior & Peter Knight play The Ham evening concert from 8pm. Following their warmly received reunion earlier this year, the former Steeleye Span bandmates are performing together again and working on a new album, due for release in February 2027. Support by The Rosie Hood Band.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Swim From The Wild Shore (today 10am, 4pm + Mon 7pm, 8.30pm). The footpath under the cliff between Sidmouth beach and Jacob's Ladder beach is closed for safety so please allow a bit of extra time for getting to Jacob's Ladder via Peak Hill Road, using the slipway to get down to the beach. Enjoy!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
A selection of some of the wonderful tote bag designs from the Community Project Workshop up at The Bulverton yesterday. Well done all!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Gorgeous evening up at The Bulverton last night! If you haven't ventured up the hill yet do go and have a look. Some amazing gigs to come plus dancing, tasty food, fantastic bar and campfire sessions. (Thanks to Steve Ollerton, Wakefield Morris for the image).
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Today at The Ham 3.15pm The Copper Family + Patakas 8.00pm Lindisfarne + She Shanties (Last Few Tickets) Go see!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Some gorgeous waltzing in Blackmore this evening!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Lovely atmosphere in Blackmore Gardens today as things have begun to open. Lots of tasty food and some fantastic craft and music stalls. Great for bite to eat and a bit of shopping. Go explore!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The Bulverton opens tonight with a cracking line-up including Frankie Archer Music, We Are The Monsters plus LNE Ceilidh Band: Token Women. Midnight Dance Spot by Kittiwake Border Morris. See you there! Tickets available on the door.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Manor Pavilion Update Just a quick reminder that where events are showing as 'Pay on the door' and 'no advance tickets available' (like Chris Hoban's 1918 show on Sunday) they aren't sold out. It is very likely that tickets will be available on the door around 10 mins before the shows begins.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Tonight at The Ham from 8pm we welcome Oysterband’s John Jones with Ray Cooper & Al Scott. (This concert is included in All In One, Week & Weekend Season Tickets). A few tickets left if you're quick! tickets.sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/events/sidmo...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Sidmouth Folk Festival is delighted to partner with Showcase Scotland Expo to present a special celebration of Scotland’s contemporary traditional music.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Sidmouth Folk Festival is delighted to partner with Showcase Scotland Expo to present a special celebration of Scotland’s contemporary traditional music.
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
We’re off! The 2026 Sidmouth Folk Festival has begun! Come join us!
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English Folk Dance and Song Society @efdss.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
We are looking forward to a busy @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social – and hope to see you there! EFDSS Presents... a series of concerts showcasing the talents of established and emerging folk stars hosted by Katy Spicer. Screening of A Basket Full of Eggs Rooted and Rising www.efdss.org/about-us/wha...
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EFDSS at Sidmouth 2026
We are looking forward to a busy Sidmouth Folk Festival – and hope to see you there!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
@truefoxes.bsky.social are an acclaimed Folk/Americana cousin duo quickly gaining popularity across the South West and beyond. Catch them up at The Bulverton on Monday 3rd August from 8pm. Tickets via tickets.sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/events/sidmo...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
2026 Festival app now live: apps.apple.com/gb/app/sidmo...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026 App - App Store
Download Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026 by SIDMOUTH FOLK FESTIVAL C.I.C. on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips and more games like…
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Here's your Friday morning coffee sorted! Go and see the lovely folks at Froth and Grind (based at The Ham). Independent Exmouth coffee specialists serving organic barista coffee, handcrafted drinks and locally sourced sweet treats from their coffee horsebox. Yum!
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Sidmouth Folk Festival is delighted to partner with Showcase Scotland Expo to present a special celebration of Scotland’s contemporary traditional music. Follow link here for more info: sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/artists/scot...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Really excited about this special event! Join Burn the Curtain for a unique shore side adventure for wild swimmers and lovers of good stories written by author, storyteller, and conjurer of sea-soaked myths, Bernadette Russell. tickets.sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/events/sidmo...
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Please get involved if you can x
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Sidmouth Folk Festival @sidmouthfolkfest.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Introducing @pressgangmutiny.bsky.social! Toronto’s acclaimed shantymen, bringing powerful four-part harmony, traditional sea shanties and work songs, while exploring the rich musical connections between maritime music and other genres. Catch them during the week! www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFr9...
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Pressgang Mutiny - Old Mick [Official Video]
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