Suthering
Evocative and distinctive, folk duo Suthering (Julu Irvine & Heg Brignall) transport audiences with their exquisite vocal harmonies and their message of hope during hard times. Described at “Two excellent […]
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman
Duos come and duos go, and some nurture and fine tune their art and watch it grow into something totally original and captivating. For three decades Kathryn Roberts and Sean […]
Something Sleeps
London based dream-folk band “Something Sleeps” features songwriters Fiona Fey and Rey Yusuf, known for their vocal harmonies and emotionally provocative lyrics. Intricately flowing songs in vocal harmony wind their […]
Reg Meuross, Marion Fleetwood & Geraint Watkins
Commissioned and produced by Pete Townshend and created by Reg Meuross, Fire & Dust – The Woody Guthrie Story is a journey into the heart and soul of one of […]
Falle Nioke
“The singer spent hard years touring west Africa to pursue his dream of a music career, but a chance holiday meeting – and relocation to the Kent coast – sealed […]
Heather Ferrier Trio
Heather also performs as the Heather Ferrier Trio with guitarist Alasdair Paul and drummer Adam Stapleford. On stage, the trio’s sound is an explosion of groove and melody that embellishes […]
Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings
Jon Boden has become the ‘stand out performer of his generation’ (The Guardian) of traditional folk artists, but one whose repertoire extends far beyond the boundaries of the genre. He […]
Martin Carthy & Eliza Carthy
Eliza nominated for ‘Folk Singer of the Year’ BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2016. Nominated ‘Best Album’ BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2015. The good Doctor Martin Carthy and his twice […]
The Copper Family
The earliest mention of The Copper Family is in the village of Rottingdean when in 1593, a male Copper was married in the parish church. There is a very good […]
The Magpies
They’re a breath of fresh air peddling engaging, bright and breezy transatlantic folk and making it seem as easy as breathing. All under 30, The Magpies are one of the […]
Peggy Seeger in Conversation
An intimate conversation with a unique artist who has carved a special place in the folk music of both the UK and the USA. Peggy Seeger’s story is one of […]
Megson
Four times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and double winners of the Spiral Earth Awards MEGSON create a truly unique brand of folk music. Combining an infectious […]
Flook
FLOOK : CELEBRATING 30 YEARS IN 2025! What began in 1995 as a ground-breaking union of musicians and instruments, has continued as a unique musical offering through one live album, four studio albums and […]
Eddi Reader
Eddi Reader has effortlessly developed into one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers. What sets Eddi apart is the depth and quality of the emotional performance and ability to […]
Granny’s Attic
With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny’s Attic are going from strength to strength. Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne (melodeon, anglo concertina, vocals), George Sansome (guitar, vocals) and Lewis Wood (violin, vocals) have […]
Ashen Keys
The Ashen Keys are a multi instrumental, multi voiced celebration of heartfelt storytelling from Kent. Their sound tells of influences from folk, blues, pop, classical and even early music. Expect […]
Tim Edey
“MY FAVORITE GUITARIST IN THE WHOLE WORLD” NATALIE MACMASTER “A ferocious passion and a beautiful tenderness, sensitivity, respect, understanding & love perpetually shines out through the music of virtuoso musician […]
Keith Kendrick & Sylvia Needham
Keith and Sylvia have a very wide-ranging repertoire, strong voices and an uncannily compatible and complimentary styles of delivery, affording an exciting enhancement in duo and produce striking acapella harmony. […]
Simon Care
Gaddzukes
A highly popular and in-demand group, Gaddzukes guarantee a ukulele party like no other, with tunes from the Great British pop song book and a few idiosyncratic songs thrown in […]
Morag Butler
MORAG BUTLER runs Rosslyn Court, our nearest Folk venue in Margate and is known for singing humorous -and risqué- songs as well as the traditional and contemporary. She was described […]
Alison Rowley
Alison is passionate about calling for ceilidhs, and it is an important part of her career as a professional folk musician. She aims for clear, calm, efficient walkthroughs (with a […]
Shake Me Up Sally
Shake Me Up Sally is a collaboration of Sally Ironmonger & Brian Carter and Capella (Tony & Lesley Petty). Two highly respected duos, coming together to produce rich vocal harmonies […]
Paul Lucas
A long-time favourite at the festival, Paul hosts the lunchtime Celtic sessions. Join Paul and his guests daily from 12.30pm at the George.
Giddy up
Raring to go and set the musical pace as the Hobby Horse Band and keep the Hooden Horses dancing! See them daily at the Bandstand. Pip Ives (melodeon) Jo Ives […]
Inspirations Inclusive Theatre
Based in St. Peter’s, Zoe and Peter run regular workshops in art, dance, drama and a Sing and Sign choir. Their aim is to make creative arts accessible to everyone […]
Banter
Banter are Nina Zella, Simon Care, Tim Walker and Mark Jolley. Four fine musicians whose roots are firmly in the traditional English genre, but who enjoy stretching the limits – […]
John and Di Cullen
This duo have built up a great reputation for Di’s voice, John’s delicate guitar playing, their vocal harmony and a selection of traditional and contemporary songs – thought provoking, quirky […]
Sally Ironmonger & Brian Carter
Sally and Brian are well known in the clubs and festivals of the south-east. “A good song needs a killer line. They know how to write a killer line. Personal […]
Lynne Heraud and Pat Turner
Between them they play guitar, recorder, English concertina and a variety of whistles, but their voices are their most important instruments. Their style is a unique blend of stunning song […]
Bob Kenward
An established chronicler of Kent in song, well-known for the warmth and variety of his set. Bob hosts the daily Woodshed at the Wrotham Arms which are held daily between […]