Crampton Tower

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Crampton Tower hall

Crampton Tower Museum hall is a small, intimate, acoustic space for workshops and small concerts.

All these events are included in the Festival and Festival Lite tickets.

Do take time out from folk to have a look around the museum . There are displays which will interest transport buffs, model railway layouts for the children, and interesting local history items.

The venue is accessible to wheelchair users and with disabled toilet facilities.

Crampton Tower Event Tickets

Events at this venue

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  • James Kerry Concert

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    James Kerry is well known for his passionate, rhythmic melodeon playing, rooted in folk dance tradition. Having begun his musical journey at a young age, fuelled by a local legend, he quickly progressed and has since played extensively in the Morris and ceilidh circuits and performed with many bands and groups including as a founder […]

  • Concertina Workshop with Keith Kendrick

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Bring your instrument and explore traditional English tunes. Learn techniques, tunes, and styles suited to all levels, from beginners to experienced players. Enjoy hands-on playing, musical guidance, and shared learning in a friendly, supportive group environment.   Buy Tickets

  • Concert with The Marsh Family

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Join us for a fun and relaxed afternoon of music with The Marsh Family, the real-life musical family of six from near Faversham, Kent, returning to Crampton Tower for the second year. They first captured a worldwide audience during the pandemic, appearing on BBC's Comic Relief and Jimmy Kimmel Live, and have since built a global following with millions of online […]

  • Ian K Brown: A Man of Kent and the Scottish Border Concert

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    From discovering folk music as a teenager to living on the Northumberland–Cumbrian border, Ian's journey has been shaped by tradition and place. This show shares the stories behind his original songs, inspired by life in the Scottish border region, with subtle references to his early years in Kent. Alongside these, Ian will perform a selection […]

  • Shanty Singing Workshop with Keith and Sylvia

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Get ready for this Sunday's 'Shanties On The Jetty' with this fun and informative workShop exploring the rich tradition of sea shanties.  Learn a selection of rousing, easy to sing shanties that have long been favourites at Folk Week.  All voices are welcome - no experience needed, just a love of singing and good company! […]

  • Harmonica Workshop with Nigel Feist

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Learn the basics about how to hold a harmonica, play a 12 bar blues, find out what key you are actually in and when NOT to play. A 10 hold diatonic harmoinca in C is the ideal harmonica to bring with you if you can. Buy Tickets  

  • Concert with Girl Talk

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    A riotous event with robust singers and a birds' eye view of the world. Back by popular demand. Buy Tickets

  • That’s Life! English Comedy Songs with Sally and Brian

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    That's Life! A joyful celebration of witty and irreverent musical comedy, featuring the songs of Victoria Wood, Jake Thackeray and more. Presented by Sally Ironmonger and Brian Carter, the show blends sharp humour with memorable melodies. Expect clever lyrics, nostalgic charm, and plenty of laughs along the way. BUY TICKETS

  • Simon Care – Beginner’s Melodeon Workshop – Simon Care

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Join Simon Care (Banter) for a fun and friendly melodeon workshop, perfect for beginners. Simon will guide you through the basics of the instrument, simple tunes, and easy techniques to get you playing with confidence. No prior experience needed—just bring your melodeon and enthusiasm for music in a relaxed and supportive setting. Buy Tickets  

  • Variety is the Spice of Life -with Four Gone Confusion

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Join Four Gone Confusion for a fun and entertaining hour exploring where their music comes from and the stories behind it. This East Sussex four-piece has played together for over seven years, performing an eclectic mix from traditional folk to classical duets, featuring guitar, bazouki, flute, kalimba, bowed psaltery and rich vocal harmonies. BUY TICKETS

  • Concert – Music Hall – Lynne Heraud & Pat Turner

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Remember the Good Old Days? If you do, you'll know what to expect and if not, give it a try, fancy hats not obligatory. Lynne and Pat - back by popular demand! With special guests. Buy Tickets

  • Songwriting with LUKE WALLACE

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Come and join in this Songwriting Workshop with Canadian folk musician, Luke Wallace. Renowned for his mesmerizing stage presence, compelling songwriting, and work as a choir leader and environmental activist, Luke is considered a key voice in the next wave of Canadian folk artists.   BUY TICKETS

  • Bluegrass Guitar Workshop with Paul Armer Band

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Learn about the foundations of bluegrass guitar - Rhythm, the importance of right hand technique and how to play with others. Bring your Guitar and give it a go. All welcome.   Buy Tickets

  • Bluegrass Banjo Workshop with Paul Armer Band

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Learn about the foundations of bluegrass banjo - Basic rolls, chords, how to back up other instruments and how that leads to improvisation.   Buy Tickets

  • Paul Armer and the Dawn Chorus

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Paul Armer & The Dawn Chorus have a rare combination of honest, meaningful songwriting and virtuosic instrumental talent. Already no stranger to the folk scene, Paul Armer has been making […]

  • Bob Kenward A Kentish Tapestry

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    A Kentish Tapestry. ‘Songs from the Garden Of England’ From orchards to shorelines, rebellions to rambles, landscapes to love-lines.  Choruses to charm, melodies to delight, amusements to make merry. A selection from a decade of adding to the tradition. Written and performed by John & Di Cullen, Sue Watson, Laurie Jeal, Sue Evans, Graham Knibbs & Bob […]