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Live events happening in Harberton Folk's coverage area (essentially the southern half of Devon, and occasionally a little beyond) that I hear about will appear in the Diary listings below.

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Folk Diary coverage: events mostly taking place in the southern half of Devon and/or within an approx. 30 mile radius of Totnes as the crow flies, i.e. including Exeter and Plymouth, and covering Tavistock, Okehampton and Sidmouth for example. It is the main reference for compilation of the Harberton Folk email circulars.
Map links (streetmap.co.uk): yield a fully zoomable map. I'm increasingly including postcodes in the venue information for those of you who rely on satnavs.
NOTE: As of January 2026, streetmap.co.uk no longer appears to be in operation, so none of the map links in the Diary below will function now.
To submit new Diary entries: many new Diary entries come from you, our readers. If you know of a folk event not listed below, please contact us by email giving concise details of the event, performer(s) etc., using the format below so that your item can be copied and pasted with minimal editing. Please note that no flyers, posters or images are used - send only text, no graphics. Thanks!
All information is given in good faith but no responsibility can be accepted for its accuracy. Do check with the organiser before setting out on a long journey.

Southern Devon Folk Diary

NEW -  items marked thus below means that they have not yet appeared in full in an e-circular.
UPDATED - items marked thus means that they have been updated since an initial listing in an e-circular.
Sold out - what it says (a venue may be operating a waiting list)

Tuesday 14 April 2026 7.30pm - The Haar - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
The Haar combines the staggering musicianship of Molly Donnery (vocals), Adam Summerhayes (fiddle), Murray Grainger (accordion) and Cormac Byrne (bodhrán). The honest, tender, yet epic iteration of traditional songs on their new album provides an extraordinary insight into the suffering, sorrow, hope and happiness of being a human. Remarkable music from a band that has gained a loyal grassroots following, and are becoming one of the most in-demand and unique live acts in the UK and Irish folk scenes today.

 Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

NEW Wednesday 15 April 2026 7.30pm - Sailor Swift - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Sailor Swift – from the artist formerly known as Pete Morton. An unruly mix of storytelling, comedy and popular song! The friendly ghost of a sailor haunts an old pub, meeting and talking with people through the centuries. the famous and infamous, observing the changing world with a smile and a quick wit, singing popular songs from times gone by. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

Thursday 16 April 2026 - Gigspanner Big Band - Marine Theatre, Church St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QA
Details https://www.marinetheatre.com/category/music.

Friday 17 April 2026 - Praying For The Rain - Beehive Arts Centre, Dowell Street, Honiton EX14 1LZ
Experience an unforgettable night with the acclaimed international folk collective Praying For The Rain. Known for their emotive vocals, intricate harmonies, and uplifting world-inspired rhythms, their live shows are intimate, captivating, and truly immersive. Details https://beehivehoniton.co.uk/whats-book-tickets.

Friday 17 April 2026 8.30pm - Police Dog Hogan - Tavistock Wharf
Standing. British band whose music combines elements of country, rock, bluegrass, and Americana. The band have been active since 2008 and released six albums and three EPs. Details https://tavistockwharf.com/home.

Friday 17 April 2026 7.30pm - Kiki Dee & Carmelo Luggeri - Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 6RQ
For over 25 years now Kiki and Carmelo have been touring their spellbinding acoustic live show across the UK and Europe, covering songs from their favourite artists and of course Kiki’s own hits. Details https://fougoumusic.com/all-events.

Postponed Saturday 18 April 2026 7.30pm - Phil Beer - The Watermark, Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge PL21 0SZ
Rescheduled to Saturday 26 September
Details
www.ivybridgewatermark.co.uk.

Saturday 18 April 2026 7.30pm - Harbottle & Jonas + Wild Goose Choir - Saint Werburgh's Church, Wembury, Plymouth PL9 0HP
Exquisite folk from one of the country’s most exciting duos. Details https://www.harbottleandjonas.com/2026.

Saturday 18 April 2026 7.30pm - True Foxes - Crediton Arts Centre, East St, Crediton EX17 3AX
Acclaimed Folk/Americana cousin duo quickly gaining popularity in the South West. Details https://www.creditonartscentre.org/events.

Saturday 18 April 2026 8pm - Exmouth Shanty Men - Bradninch Folk Club, Guildhall, Fore Street, Bradninch, nr Cullompton EX5 4NN
One of the longest established shanty crews in the south west, famed for authentic and fun interpretations of shanties old and new. Bradninch Folk Club is organising this one-off concert to support the Bradninch Guildhall and its ongoing upkeep and renovation. Details https://www.bradninchguildhall.org.uk/box-office.

Sunday 19 April 2026 7.30pm - Gigspanner Big Band - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter EX1 1SN
A unique force in British folk music. Their high-energy, virtuosic performances appeal equally to traditionalists and to those seeking something more experimental. Beginning life as a trio – with legendary Steeleye Span fiddle player Peter Knight joined by percussionist Sacha Trochet and guitarist Roger Flack – the line-up has expanded to include acclaimed multi-instrumental duo Edgelarks (Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin – BBC Folk Awards ‘Best Duo’) and Bellowhead co-founder and melodeon player extraordinaire John Spiers. Details https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/events/gigspanner-big-band-in-concert.

Sunday 19 April 2026 3-5pm - Bal Folk Dance Workshop #6 - Dartington Village Hall, Cott Road, Dartington TQ9 6HY
Join us to have fun while learning or improving your dancing skills in the traditional Bal Folk – French and Breton – dances. The Bal Folk tradition is a living one and creates a magical, community spirit. French dances are romantic, whirly and twirly and mostly in couples. Breton dances are earthy, trancey and stompy, and mainly in circles and spirals. The music is gorgeous. This workshop will get you familiar with the steps, a proper chance to dance, and confident to take part in any Bals. It's suitable for beginners and intermediate. Details https://www.trybooking.com/uk/eventlist/southdevonbalfolk.

Sunday 19 April 2026 7.30pm - The Fureys: Farewell Tour - Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth EX8 2AZ
After 10 previous performances The Fureys play their last ever Devon and Cornwall concert here. Details www.exmouthpavilion.co.uk/whats-on.

Sunday 19 April 2026 7.30pm - John Smith - Barrel House, 59 High St, Totnes TQ9 5PB
The well-travelled, Devon-born artist plays music of unashamed romanticism and warm lyricism on the acoustic guitar. Details https://barrelhousetotnes.co.uk/#whats-on.

Tuesday 21 April 2026 8pm - Joe Mansfield & The Temperance Two - Bradninch Folk Club, Guildhall, Fore Street, Bradninch, nr Cullompton EX5 4NN
Driving fiddle music from the mountains of America. "Great drive ... unique and likeable" (Old Time News). Details https://www.bradninchguildhall.org.uk/box-office.

Wednesday 22 April 2026 8pm - Baskery - Barrel House, 59 High St, Totnes TQ9 5PB
Swedish alternative Americana folk rock trio of sisters. Details https://barrelhousetotnes.co.uk/#whats-on.

Thursday 23 April 2026 7.30pm - Evening of Sea Shanties - The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth TQ6 9ND
Lend your voice to a chorus of hearty tunes for an evening of sea shanties in aid of local lifeboat crews and the Flavel. Performances will be from All Hands On Deck and The Totnes Sea Gals. Details www.theflavel.org.uk.

Thursday 23 April 2026 7.30pm - Gavin Fairhall Lever - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
This trio is a stunning explosion of colour in the wild and unruly garden of the London folk scene. A tangle of roots from Northern Ireland, Cornwall and Norfolk gives exuberant life to a truly contemporary folk music, full of thorns and flowers. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

Friday 24 April 2026 7.30pm - Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band - Pavilions Teignmouth, The Den, Teignmouth TQ14 8BG
Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’. With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece fronted by Bob Thomson and Isabelle Nutton as Bob and Joni covers all the hits. https://www.facebook.com/bigyellowtambourine. Details https://www.pavilionsteignmouth.org.uk.

Friday 24 April 2026 8pm - Clive Carroll - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX
Acclaimed guitarist and composer Clive Carroll has created a sound world all his own, with a signature blend of warmth and humour that belies his dazzling technical skill. Clive’s masterful compositions feature influences mined from the delicate cadences of Elizabethan lute classics, the imaginative eccentricity of Frank Zappa, visionary classical composers such as Bartok and Ligeti, and hints of jazz and Delta blues! Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

Friday 24 April 2026 8pm - Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman - Milverton Music, Victoria Rooms, Fore St, Milverton, Taunton TA4 1JU
Book early for this one! Details https://www.milvertonmusic.com/page6.html.

Waiting list Friday 24 Arpil 2026 8.30pm - Club Ceilidh with Freedom Fields Ceilidh Band - Sherwell Hall, Sherwell United Reformed Church, North Hill, Plymouth PL4 8ER
Details https://wegottickets.com/clubceilidh.

Saturday 25 April 2026 7.30pm - Richard Digance - The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth TQ6 9ND
Richard Digance is a Gold Award Recipient from The British Academy of Composers & Songwriters. His TV career spanned 17 years, along with his own BBC Radio 2 series for 7 years. He performs in concert and composes film and TV soundtracks. Details www.theflavel.org.uk.

Saturday 25 April 2026 7.30pm - Lindisfarne - Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth EX8 2AZ
The Tyneside band carved out a unique place for themselves in the 70s as one of British rock’s most original bands. Their pioneering sound, combining acoustic instruments like mandolin and fiddle with their electric blues roots, proved the perfect medium to deliver the catchy, memorable songs provided by the band’s resident writers Alan Hull and Rod Clements. The original band called it a day in 2003, but now the band is back with a classic five-piece line up of long-time members fronted by original founder-member Rod Clements and Alan Hull’s son-in-law Dave Hull-Denholm. Details https://www.exmouthpavilion.co.uk/whats-on.

Saturday 25 April 2026 8pm - Ceilidh with Skermish - Kenn Centre, Exeter Road, Kennford, Exeter EX6 7UE
Exeter Ceilidhs is a series of ceilidhs (barn dances) held on Saturdays. £8 - £15 (voluntary pricing); U16 £4, U10 free. BYO water / alcohol. See www.exeterceilidhs.net for full details of pricing, band information etc. Contact: Jeremy on 07969 297633, email contact@exeterceilidhs.net.

Saturday 25 April 2026 - The Folklore of Devon - Parish Hall, West Town Road, Newton St Cyres EX5 5BW
With Dr Mark Norman & Jim Causley. A fascinating dive into the folklore traditions of Devon with the host of the hugely popular Folklore Podcast; Mark Norman joined by Devon folksong expert Jim Causley. Tickets £15 from Nicola 01392 851985.

Sunday 26 April 2026 2pm - The Vogwells - St Mary's Church, South St, Denbury, Newton Abbot TQ12 6DH
Emma and Martin have been with us before as half of Cobbler's Child and Martin was also one of Folklaw who came to us last spring just before their latest album release. Two good voices, guitar and whistles, with songs of narrow-boat history, some great choices of songs from other people they admire, maybe the odd tune or two but all good quality entertainment from a lovely couple. Tickets will go on sale at the end of the March concert. Contact Rachel Belringer on 07751 804007, email rachelbelringer@gmail.com.

Sunday 26 April 2026 - Ruth Notman - Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street EX4 3LS
Folk singer/songwriter from Nottingham who is, most notably, known for being one of the leading ‘nu-folk revivalists’ in the late 00’s who bridged folk music into the 21st Century and plugged it into a mainstream audience. Details https://exeterphoenix.org.uk/genre/music.

Wednesday 29 April 2026 7.30pm - Kaspar & Lucy - Bridge Inn, Topsham, Exeter EX3 0QQ
Blues South West presents Mississippi Hill Country Blues duo Kaspar and Lucy. The collaboration between Kaspar Berry Rapkin & Lucy Piper sees two established musicians from the UK's Blues scene come together to play the music from the land where they first met, Clarksdale, Mississippi. Dedicated to capturing the raw hypnotic energy you'd find in a traditional 'Juke Joint', both musicians are devoted to keeping this unique music alive, with an added fresh edge. Tickets £15 from The Bridge Inn. Details https://thebridgeinntopsham.co.uk/whats-on.

30 April-3 May 2026 - Dartmoor Tors Festival - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Multigenre festival; numerous events. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

Friday 1 May 2026 - Jim (Causley) & Pimms! - St Mary's Church, Walkhampton, Yelverton PL20 6JY
An afternoon of Dartmoor folk music with Jim Causley plus a glass of Pimms and other refreshments to celebrate the first day of May! Tickets from: nick.shutt [at] @gmail.com.

Friday 1 May 2026 7.30pm - Stone Club and Craven - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Presented by Field System: An evening of May Day revels, beginning with a film presentation by Stone Club and culminating in the raw, dark folk of Craven, a part-English, part-Welsh dark folk trio based in the South West. Stone Club’s short film is a fantastical exploration of the Cornish landscape, myth and magic, featuring the ancient sites of Penwith. The film is accompanied by ambient and experimental electronic music, weaving place, folklore and sound into a dreamlike ritual of image and noise. Details https://wegottickets.com/fieldsystem.

Friday 1 May 2026 8.30pm - Club Ceilidh with Freedom Fields Ceilidh Band - America Hall, De La Rue Way, Pinhoe, Exeter EX4 8PX
Caller: Christian Mayne. Club Ceilidh comes to Exeter, right in the heart of the traditional dancing season - when spring evenings get lighter, floors get bouncier, and folk music comes into its own. Book early!. Details https://wegottickets.com/f/17059.

Saturday 2 May 2026 7.30pm - Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years  - Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton TQ3 3HF
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world. Details www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/whats-on.

Sunday 3 May 2026 7.30pm - The Simon & Garfunkel Story - Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more. Details www.atgtickets.com/venues/princess-theatre-torquay.

Sunday 3 May 2026 - Oysterband’s John Jones - Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street EX4 3LS
The Song Goes On Tour: Best known as the powerful and charismatic singer with Oysterband, John Jones is taking to the road with new music and old friends: Ray Cooper a.k.a. Chopper and Al Scott. Details https://exeterphoenix.org.uk/genre/music.

Sunday 3 May 2026 8pm - 3 Daft Monkeys / The Trouble Notes - The Rum Store, Carnglaze Caverns, St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall
“Two of the most electrifying forces on the world folk stage are joining together for a double-header show unlike any other. Blending virtuoso fiddle, high-energy performances, spellbinding storytelling, and a dazzling array of global influences, this double-headliner event promises to deliver a night of sonic adventure, irresistible rhythm, and unforgettable stagecraft.” Details www.carnglaze.com. Standing, but chairs available for those needing them.

Monday 4 May 2026 1.30pm - Exeter Spring Ceilidh with Mad Robin - St James' Community Hall, Mount Pleasant Rd, Exeter EX4 7AH
Join us for an afternoon of lively ceilidh dancing! No experience or partner needed. Suitable for all ages. Doors open 1.15pm, dancing from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Tickets £10 / £8 conc. See https://madrobinband.co.uk/#events for full details, band information and contact.

Monday 4 May 2026 7.30pm - Ranagri - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Award winning folk band from Ireland and England. With a unique blend of instruments that includes voices, guitar, bouzouki, flutes, whistles, harp/electric harp, and bodhrán/drums, they create a sound that is both mesmerising and unforgettable. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

Tuesday 5 May 2026 7.30pm - Liz Simcock - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Liz Simcock has been called one of the country’s finest female singer songwriters. She featured on the Playpen Album of New Acoustic Music alongside Eliza Carthy, Billy Bragg, Eddi Reader and Kathryn Williams. Since then she has trodden an independent path, gaining a growing reputation as a performer and songwriter. Liz counts Richard Thompson, Clive Gregson, Boo Hewerdine and Joni Mitchell amongst her songwriting influences. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

Thursday 7 May 2026 7.30pm - Richard Durrant - The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth TQ6 9ND
Indie-classical composer and guitarist: music from the High Baroque, and English Folk Baroque. Details www.theflavel.org.uk.

Friday 8 May 2026 7.30pm - Budapest Cafe Orchestra - Beehive Arts Centre, Dowell Street, Honiton EX14 1LZ
The refreshingly unconventional and snappily attired boutique orchestra are back! BCO bring you gypsy and folk-flavoured music in their own fresh and surprising way. From Balkan and Russian traditional pieces to artful distillations of the masterpieces by the great Romantic composers to Gaelic folk anthems their infectious music will get into your veins and stay there forever. Details https://beehivehoniton.co.uk/whats-book-tickets.

tbc 8/9 May 2026 - Exmouth Town Music Exe-Travaganza
details tba In support of Exmouth Town Footbal Club https://wegottickets.com/f/14659

8-11 May 2026 - BanterFest SouthWest - Christow, Teign Valley
After three hugely successful sell out years of BanterFest Lincolnshire, BanterFest SouthWest is making its debut in the beautiful Teign Valley.
Spiers & Boden, Granny's Attic, Track Dogs, Harbottle & Jonas, Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage, Lauren South, Geoff Lakeman, The Bismarcks, Windjammer, + surprise special guest. Details https://www.banter.band/banterfest-home/banterfest-southwest.

Saturday 9 May 2026 - d'Accord French & Breton dance and music - St James Church Hall, Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter EX4 7AH
With Deux sans Frontieres. Doors 6.30pm for music group to practise 6.45-7.15pm; dancing starts 7.30pm. Break 8.30pm. Dancing continues until 10.30/10.45pm. Teaching/revision of various dances throughout evening. No partner needed for many dances; beginners always welcome. £10 entry (cash). Tea and biscuits during break, but BYO drinks and snacks if you prefer. www.facebook.com/groups/149787688758876.

Saturday 9 May 2026 6.30pm - Mariners Away Charity Evening Cruise - Exe Estuary
Join one of the South-West's popular sea shanty crews Mariners Away aboard Stuart Line Cruises' Pride of Exmouth for a relaxed and uplifting three-hour evening cruise along the beautiful Exe Estuary, in aid of Royal Devon Hospitals Charity. This special charity event combines live sea-shanty and maritime folk music with stunning estuary views as the sun goes down — a perfect way to spend a spring evening while supporting a fantastic local cause. Details https://wegottickets.com/event/686938.

Sunday 10 May 2026 - Elephant Sessions - Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street EX4 3LS
Standing +. Over the past decade and more, Elephant Sessions have grown from grassroots beginnings to become one of the most prominent acts in contemporary folk music. Details https://exeterphoenix.org.uk/genre/music.

Wednesday 13 May 2026 8pm - Steeleye Span - Exeter Corn Exchange, George St, Exeter EX1 1BU
Together for 56 years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. All traditional singers have sung modern and self-composed pieces alongside old songs, Conflict, their first full studio album in over 5 years, an album that follows in that very tradition. The album’s title was chosen as much to reflect the times we find ourselves in, but also the stretch and tear of our relationship with this planet that hosts us. Details https://www.exetercornexchange.co.uk/whats-on.

Thursday 14 May 2026 7.30pm - Tannahill Weavers - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Firmly established as one of the premier groups on the concert stage; from reflective ballads to foot-stomping reels and jigs, the variety and range of the material they perform is matched only by their enthusiasm and lively Celtic spirits. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

Thursday 14 May 2026 7.30pm - Steeleye Span - Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton TQ3 3HF
Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with their first full studio album in over five years. All traditional singers have sung modern and self-composed pieces alongside old songs, Conflict is an album that follows in that very tradition. Details www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/whats-on.

Friday 15 May 2026 8pm - Gilmore & Roberts - Church House, South Tawton, nr Okehampton EX20 2LQ
Contemporary folk/acoustic duo Gilmore & Roberts combine award-winning songwriting with astounding musicianship and their trademark harmonies to create a powerful wall of sound. Nominated three times at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Katriona Gilmore (fiddle, mandolin) and Jamie Roberts (guitar) met while studying at Leeds College of Music and released their debut album in 2008.  Details/bookings https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/devon/church-house.

Friday 15 May 2026 7.30pm - Nick Harper - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX
Touring his new album. A childhood growing up surrounded by the musical prowess of some of the 60’s most revered songwriters and musicians, not to mention being son of Roy Harper, along with 20 years of crafting songs & touring the land has spawned a truly one-off, original guitarist and songwriter who stands alone as a UK great, to be cherished and revered. Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

Saturday 16 May 2026 7.30pm - American Contra Dance - Kenn Centre, Exeter Road, Kennford, Exeter EX6 7UE
7:30pm Beginners' workshop, 8-11pm Dance. You do need a partner to dance Contra - but you don’t need to bring one with you. Part of the tradition is that most people swap partners each dance, and I always make sure that anyone who wants to dance can do so.
See www.exeterceilidhs.net for full details of pricing etc. Contact: Jeremy on 07969 297633, email contact@exeterceilidhs.net.

Saturday 16 May 2026 7.30pm - Nick Harper - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Touring his new album. A childhood growing up surrounded by the musical prowess of some of the 60’s most revered songwriters and musicians, not to mention being son of Roy Harper, along with 20 years of crafting songs & touring the land has spawned a truly one-off, original guitarist and songwriter who stands alone as a UK great, to be cherished and revered. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

Sunday 17 May 2026 3-5.30pm - Bal at Belstone - Belstone Village Hall, nr Okehampton EX20 1RB
Dances from Brittany and beyond. With Truffetete and Poisson Groove. £7 cash on door, to include hot drinks and cake. More info email: truffetete [at] gmail.com.

Sunday 17 May 2026 8pm - Jez Lowe - Matthews Hall, Fore Street, Topsham EX3 0HF
Award winning songwriter Jez Lowe is one of the busiest live performers on the UK folk and accustic music scene. Details https://www.topshamfolkclub.org;
https://wegottickets.com/TopshamFolkClub.

Monday 18 May 2026 7.30pm - The Unthanks - Exeter Corn Exchange, George St, Exeter EX1 1BU
The Unthanks are a unique band described as “a take on tradition that flips so effortlessly between jazz, classical, ambient and post-rock, it makes any attempt to put a label on them a waste of time”. At the nucleus of this constantly evolving unit is the traditional upbringing of Tyneside sisters Rachel and Becky Unthank and the arrangements and writing of Barnsley composer, pianist and producer, Adrian McNally. Details https://www.exetercornexchange.co.uk/whats-on.

NEW Tuesday 19 May 2026 7.30pm - Lalkhori - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Folk choir from Georgia. Lalkhori are a young, mixed ensemble, from the Svaneti region of the rugged North Caucasus mountains of Georgia. They perform unique and beautiful, UNESCO listed polyphonic songs of Georgia. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

NEW Wednesday 20 May 2026 7.30pm - River Roots - Barrel House, 59 High St, Totnes TQ9 5PB
Vibrant acoustic folk-roots duo, rich vocal harmonies, warm rhythmic melodies and soulful song writing. Details https://barrelhousetotnes.co.uk/#whats-on.

NEW Thursday 21 May 2026 8pm - Tannahill Weavers - Otterton Mill, nr Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HG (map)
One of Scotland’s premier traditional bands. Now in their 51st year, their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, original ballads and lullabies, and humorous tales of life in Scotland. Their music demonstrates to old and young alike the rich and varied musical heritage of the Celtic people. Details www.ottertonmill.com/live-music.html. Our live music events are held outside under the stars in our courtyard during the summer.

NEW Friday 22 May 2026 7.30pm - Miranda Sykes & Jim Causley - Beehive Arts Centre, Dowell Street, Honiton EX14 1LZ
Two of the UK’s most iconic voices have finally combined as a duo. Miranda and Jim have known each other for nearly 20 years and united in 2024 to create a show celebrating pioneering folk song collector Sabine Baring-Gould. They enjoyed working together so much and audience feedback was so positive that they have just released and toured their debut album. “Everything Possible” features some of their favourite contemporary songs from the UK folk scene and beyond and brings their magical voices together. Details https://beehivehoniton.co.uk/whats-book-tickets.

NEW Friday 22 May 2026 - The Longest Johns - Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street EX4 3LS
Standing +. Chart topping folk group The Longest Johns are known the world over for their rollicking harmonies and raucous energy that are blowing new wind into the sails of traditional sea shanties and work songs. Details https://exeterphoenix.org.uk/genre/music.

NEW Friday 22 May 2026 7pm - Seth Lakeman + Band - Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth EX8 2AZ
Freedom Fields 20th anniversary tour. With full band, playing the album plus other favourites across two sets each night! Details https://www.exmouthpavilion.co.uk/whats-on.
Also at Exeter Corn Exchange Monday 12 October 2026 7.30pm. Details https://www.exetercornexchange.co.uk/whats-on.

NEW Saturday 23 May 2026 7pm - Kate Rusby - Exeter Corn Exchange, George St, Exeter EX1 1BU
As Spring awakens, Kate Rusby returns with Springshine — a radiant new tour celebrating renewal, song, and connection. Joined by her supremely talented Singy Songy Session Band, Kate brings an intimate, stripped-back sound that highlights her unmistakable, angelic voice. Details https://www.exetercornexchange.co.uk/whats-on.

NEW Saturday 23 May 2026 - Nora Brown & fiddler Stephie Coleman - Outside, nr Bantham Cross, TQ7 3AA
a night of old-time tradition and talent with banjo prodigy Nora Brown and award-winning fiddler Stephie Coleman. Doors 6pm. Details https://outside-devon.com/whats-on.

NEW Tuesday 26 May 2026 7.30pm - Alex Hart Trio - The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth TQ6 9ND
Folk @ The Flavel presents: Described by BBC Radio 2 presenter Mark Radcliffe as “the Stevie Nicks of Folk”. The south-west based singer/songwriter Alex Hart has just released ‘Visions’ her most exciting and anticipated album to date. At 18 Alex was noticed by producer Neil Stainton who honed her talent, worked with her during her early career and co-wrote and recorded her debut album ‘On This Day’. Details www.theflavel.org.uk.

NEW Friday 29 May 2026 8pm - Winter Wilson - Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 6RQ
Kip Winter & Dave Wilson perform often hard-hitting original songs in stunning harmony, interspersed with wicked, self-deprecating humour. Live performance is where the duo really excel, bringing a sense of intimacy to every venue. Details https://fougoumusic.com/all-events.

NEW Saturday 30 May 2026 7.30pm - Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band - Brixham Theatre, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA
Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’. With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece fronted by Bob Thomson and Isabelle Nutton as Bob and Joni covers all the hits. https://www.facebook.com/bigyellowtambourine. Details www.brixhamtheatre.co.uk.

NEW Saturday 30 May 2026 8pm - Ceilidh with Red Shed - Kenn Centre, Exeter Road, Kennford, Exeter EX6 7UE
Exeter Ceilidhs is a series of ceilidhs (barn dances) held on Saturdays. £8 - £15 (voluntary pricing); U16 £4, U10 free. BYO water / alcohol. See www.exeterceilidhs.net for full details of pricing, band information etc. Contact: Jeremy on 07969 297633, email contact@exeterceilidhs.net.

NEW Friday 5 June 2026 8pm - Eddie Reader & John Douglas - Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 6RQ
Eddi Reader and her husband, John Douglas, are back on the road as a duo again following last year’s highly successful tour. They will rely on their voices, guitars, ukulele, autoharp & concertina to bring the songs to life. Each night will have its own special, spontaneous vibe of song and storytelling. Details https://fougoumusic.com/all-events.

NEW Friday 5 June 2026 7.30pm - John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
With their What Three Words: Otway and Barrett tour, the mismatched but dynamic duo are on the road again. John’s lyrical genius and Willy’s outstanding musicianship, the dead pan humour of Barrett and mad onstage antics of Otway making them still loved for their total in-yer-face originality. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

NEW Saturday 6 June 2026 - John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - Yealmpton Community Centre, Stray Park PL8 2HF
Details https://wegottickets.com/event/695614.

NEW Saturday 6 June 2026 7.30pm - Miranda Sykes & Jim Causley - Lustleigh Village Hall TQ13 9TA
Two of the UK’s most iconic voices have finally combined as a duo. Miranda and Jim have known each other for nearly 20 years and united in 2024 to create a show celebrating pioneering folk song collector Sabine Baring-Gould. They enjoyed working together so much and audience feedback was so positive that they have just released and toured their debut album. “Everything Possible” features some of their favourite contemporary songs from the UK folk scene and beyond and brings their magical voices together. Tickets etc. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leaplustleigh or the Lustleigh Dairy.

NEW Saturday 6 June 2026 8pm - Holly Clarke - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX
A singer who draws from the old ballads and stories, conjures a performance that immediately captivates any listener. Rising in popularity among folk audiences and performing with the likes of Nancy Kerr and James Fagan, Daoiri Farrell and Queer Folk, Holly Clarke has made a name for herself as a powerful singer and accomplished guitar player. Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

NEW Sunday 7 June 2026 8pm - Ye Vagabonds - Civic Hall, High Street, Totnes TQ9 5SF
Brothers Brían and Diarmuid Mac Gloinn grew up playing music together around their hometown of Carlow, a small town in the southeast of Ireland. After moving to Dublin in 2012, they quickly became a staple of the live music and session scene in Ireland, playing their own original songs as well as folk songs from Ireland. Tickets https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on/totnes/civic-hall.

NEW Sunday 7 June 2026 7.30pm - Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman - The Wharf, Canal Road, Tavistock PL18 8AT
Duos come and go, but few nurture and refine their craft with such dedication and originality as Kathryn and Sean. They have forged a creative bond that is as enduring as it is inspiring. Their 30 year journey together — from young trailblazers in the 1990s folk supergroup Equation to one of Britain’s most admired and decorated folk duos — stands as a testament to their artistry, authenticity, and masterful musicianship. Details https://tavistockwharf.com/home.

tbc Friday 12 June 2026 - Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band - Manor Pavilion, Manor Road, Sidmouth EX10 8RP
details tbc Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’. With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece fronted by Bob Thomson and Isabelle Nutton as Bob and Joni covers all the hits. https://www.facebook.com/bigyellowtambourine.

NEW Saturday 13 June 2026 - d'Accord French & Breton dance and music - St James Church Hall, Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter EX4 7AH
With David Faulkner & Steve Turner. Doors 6.30pm for music group to practise 6.45-7.15pm; dancing starts 7.30pm. Break 8.30pm. Dancing continues until 10.30/10.45pm. Teaching/revision of various dances throughout evening. No partner needed for many dances; beginners always welcome. £10 entry (cash). Tea and biscuits during break, but BYO drinks and snacks if you prefer. www.facebook.com/groups/149787688758876.

NEW Thursday 18 June 2026 7.30pm - Joshua Burnside - Barrel House, 59 High St, Totnes TQ9 5PB
Already taking the folk world by storm, presenting an exhilarating live show, and a perfect mix of some classic folk repertoire alongside his own brilliant original songs, Joshua is fast carving out his own unique corner of the genre. Stomping jigs and reels, acoustic sing-alongs, Bowie-esque music hall epics, and alt-pop singles - all whilst keeping a sharp focus on traditional themes. Details https://barrelhousetotnes.co.uk/#whats-on.

NEW Friday 19 June 2026 8pm - Edgelarks - Milverton Music, Victoria Rooms, Fore St, Milverton, Taunton TA4 1JU
Phillip Henry and Hanna Martin. https://www.milvertonmusic.com/page10.html.

NEW 19-21 June 2026 - Teignmouth Folk Festival 26th Anniversary
Including concerts by Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman (Friday evening) and Sam Sweeney Trio (Sunday pm), with a Ceilidh on Saturday night! Details www.teignmouthfolkfestival.co.uk.

NEW Saturday 20 June 2026 8pm - Cara Dillon - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX
With Sam Lakeman. Few voices linger in the soul like Cara Dillon’s. A towering figure in Irish music, she has earned global acclaim and countless awards. Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

NEW Saturday 20 June 2026 8pm - Edgelarks -  Jubilee Hall, High Street, Stoke Canon, Exeter EX5 4AR
BBC Radio 2 Folk Award for Best Duo 2014 winners Edgelarks (Phil Henry & Hannah Martin) have been off the duo performance scene for quite a while, having been very busy performing as part of the Gigspanner Big Band. They crossover English folk songs with many other genres, including Americana, Blues and Indian influences in a very exciting way, using a wide variety of instruments including dobro, fiddle, lap slide guitar, banjo and harmonica, and distinctive vocals. https://edgelarks.co.uk. A collaboration between Exeter Folk Club and Folk @ The Stoke. Info / ticket enquiries contact: The Cornelius Family, exeterfolkclub@outlook.com, 01392 210983, www.exeterfolkclub.org; Alison Bloomer & Paul Holden alison_bloomer@yahoo.co.uk.

NEW 25-28 June 2026 - Song & Ale Festival - Bicton Inn, 5 Bicton Street, Exmouth EX8 2RU (map)
Details www.devonfolk.org/events-diary.

NEW Thursday 25 June 2026 8pm - The Rigmarollers - Otterton Mill, nr Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HG (map)
A dynamic three-piece, who make a massive sound with vocals, guitar, sousaphone, percussion and harmonica. The Rigmarollers bring the joy to packed-out shows with their fresh take on upbeat jazzy blues. Firmly established as live favourites and festival headliners, they are constantly finding new audiences. Details www.ottertonmill.com/live-music.html. Our live music events are held outside under the stars in our courtyard during the summer.

NEW Friday 26 June 2026 8pm - "Alan Dall and The Sea of Stories"  - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX (map)
An exciting new show from Mike O’Connor and Barbara Griggs. It comprises dramatic tales from Celtic Lands, told in words and music, with harp violin and concertina. Mike and Barbara are not only great storytellers and musicians, they are also both accomplished offshore sailors. In this show, their tales are set on the sea, in the sea, and beside the sea. They are rich with insight. They are engaging, exciting, moving and amusing. The audience is taken on a voyage of adventure, drama and magic, but they are always brought safely home. Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

NEW Friday 26 June 2026 8pm - The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band -Memorial Hall, Back Street, Modbury PL21 0RF
Join the Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band on a radical tour of some of the most iconic songs from our generation’s greatest singer-songwriters, Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan. Details https://fougoumusic.com/all-events.

NEW Friday 26 June 2025 7.30pm - Ceilidh for Ukraine with Blue Jewel Ceilidh Band - Hunts Cider, Coombe House Lane, Stoke Gabriel, TQ9 6PU
Raising funds for Ukrainian Action. Details https://bluejewel.info/. www.huntscider.co.uk.

NEW Saturday 27 June 2026 8pm - Ceilidh with Amber Fire - Kenn Centre, Exeter Road, Kennford, Exeter EX6 7UE
Exeter Ceilidhs is a series of ceilidhs (barn dances) held on Saturdays. £8 - £15 (voluntary pricing); U16 £4, U10 free. BYO water / alcohol. See www.exeterceilidhs.net for full details of pricing, band information etc. Contact: Jeremy on 07969 297633, email contact@exeterceilidhs.net.

NEW Wednesday 1 July 2026 7.30pm - The Hackenshaw Boys - The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth TQ6 9ND
A unique blend of bluegrass, punk and folk: a true monument to Americana. Details www.theflavel.org.uk.

NEW Thursday 2 July 2026 8pm - Sarah McQuaid - Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 6RQ
Sarah McQuaid’s lush, velvety voice combines with her engaging personality and “brilliant musicianship” on acoustic & electric guitars & keyboards to create a truly immersive experience with live performances full of warmth, wit and intimacy. Details https://fougoumusic.com/all-events.

NEW Friday 3 July 2026 8pm - Gallery Bar Special: Nos Lowen @ Calstock Arts - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX
With the Kelliwik Golowi Band. Nos Lowen is a style of Cornish social dancing with its roots firmly in traditional Celtic music. Nos Lowen is Cornish for "Happy Night" Why not join us at Calstock Arts in welcoming the Kelliwik Golowi Band and get ready for an unforgettable night of music and dance with a proper Cornish knees up, full of energy, laughter and community spirit.Free entry, with a bucket collection, all proceeds to Callington Youth Project Group. Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

NEW Friday 3 July 2026 8pm - Julie July Band - Barbican Theatre, Castle Street, The Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2NJ
Julie July and her band bringing their distinctive blend of folk-rock, expressive vocals and evocative storytelling. Details https://barbicantheatre.co.uk/whats-on.

NEW Fri/Sat 3/4 July 2026 - Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band - The Little Theatre, St Marks Road, Meadfoot, Torquay TQ1 2EL
Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’. With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece fronted by Bob Thomson and Isabelle Nutton as Bob and Joni covers all the hits. https://www.facebook.com/bigyellowtambourine.

NEW Sunday 5 July 2026 8pm - Reg Meuross: Fire and Dust - Matthews Hall, Fore Street, Topsham EX3 0HF
Reg Meuross brings his acclaimed project Fire & Dust: A Woody Guthrie Story to the stage with full band The Strike - an exceptional ensemble including Phil Beer and Marion Fleetwood. Through a compelling blend of songs and spoken narration between pieces, Reg leads audiences through the life, legacy and radical spirit of Woody Guthrie. Details https://www.topshamfolkclub.org;
https://wegottickets.com/TopshamFolkClub.

NEW Friday 17 July 2026 7.30pm - Flats & Sharps - Beehive Arts Centre, Dowell Street, Honiton EX14 1LZ
Back with a powerful new chapter. Relaunching with an expanded lineup, the Cornish bluegrass outfit deliver music that’s punchy, precise and impossible to ignore. Born on the coast and raised on the road, they’ve built a reputation for lightning-fast picking, pristine vocal harmonies and an electrifying live show. With deep roots in Cornwall and fans across the globe. Details https://beehivehoniton.co.uk/whats-book-tickets.

NEW Monday 20 July 2026 7.30pm - Clann An Drumma - The Wharf, Canal Road, Tavistock PL18 8AT
Pounding drums, roaring bagpipes, fierce spirit, and Scottish pride. From the heart of tradition to the stage, Clann An Drumma brings the rhythm of the past into the present. With each beat, we honour our roots, fuel our fire, and connect with audiences through powerful, unforgettable performances. Details https://tavistockwharf.com/home.

31 July - 7 August 2026 - Sidmouth Folk Festival
www.sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk

NEW Saturday 1 August 2026 7pm - The Spooky Men’s Chorale - Quad Theatre, Marjon Arts Centre, Derriford Road, Plymouth PL6 8BH
The Spooky Men’s Chorale (from Australia) is a magnificent, many-headed beast that has revolutionised the world of men’s singing. Bypassing well trodden avenues, they carve out new territories of mighty sounds, exquisite tenderness, and charming stupidity to both celebrate masculinity and mock it. Details https://fougoumusic.com/all-events.

NEW Tues-Sun 4-9 7.45pm (&Sat 2.30pm; Sun 4pm) August 2026 - Lord of the Dance: 30th Anniversary - Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
The global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance returns to the UK in 2026 to celebrate its 30th Anniversary with an extraordinary new tour. This milestone event promises to be a grand celebration of the production’s legacy, captivating over 60 million fans in 60 countries since its debut in 1996. Details www.atgtickets.com/venues/princess-theatre-torquay. Tickets from about £20! (as at 27/1/25)

NEW Wednesday 12 August 2026 - Jim Causley - The Old Picture House, Harbour Rd, Seaton EX12 2LZ
Songs of Devon. Details https://www.jimcausley.co.uk/concerts.

NEW Friday 14 August 2026 8pm - Flats & Sharps - Otterton Mill, nr Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HG (map)
A four-piece bluegrass outfit from Penzance. Delivering energetic, enthusiastic and spirited bluegrass, they have been performing their unique take on this music for over ten years. Their music includes a wide variety of influences, from a fresh and modern outlook on foot-stomping bluegrass material through to their powerful and well-crafted original songs, with beautiful moments everywhere in between. Their music perfectly blends strong harmonies and stonking solos, their incredible stage presence and energy create an evening that’ll have you dancing and singing along in no time. Details www.ottertonmill.com/live-music.html. Our live music events are held outside under the stars in our courtyard during the summer.

NEW Sunday 16 August 2026 3-5.30pm - Bal at Belstone - Belstone Village Hall, nr Okehampton EX20 1RB
Dances from Brittany and beyond. With Truffetete and Poisson Groove. £7 cash on door, to include hot drinks and cake. More info email: truffetete [at] gmail.com.

tbc Saturday 22 August 2026 - Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band - Shaftesbury Theatre, 2 Brunswick Pl, Dawlish EX7 9PB
details tbc Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’. With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece fronted by Bob Thomson and Isabelle Nutton as Bob and Joni covers all the hits. https://www.facebook.com/bigyellowtambourine. Details (not yet available) https://shaftesbury-dawlish.co.uk.

NEW Friday 18 September 2026 8pm - Cole Stacey - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX
A visceral and lyrical songwriter, singer and musician whose versatility as a performer has taken him from The Royal Albert Hall to a 14th century castle in Gdansk, from Manchester Central Library to The Westfalenhalle Arena, from festivals in Johannesburg to live sessions on BBC Radio 5 Live. With more than a decade-long association with Midge Ure and India Electric Company he has roamed the highest echelons of British folk through to 80s synth pop. Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

NEW Friday 9 October 2026 8pm - The Simon and Garfunkel Story - Exeter Corn Exchange, George St, Exeter EX1 1BU
Details https://www.exetercornexchange.co.uk/whats-on.

NEW Sunday 11 October 2026 3.30pm - Lantivet Duo - Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock PL18 9QX
Cornish violinist Anna Brigham and Scottish pianist Brendan Musk bring a fresh, contemporary approach to the violin and piano duo, combining excellence in performing traditional repertoire with writing their own music. At the heart of their collaboration is the desire to explore. Their roots in classical, folk, jazz, pop and funk music combined with boundless creativity have earned them critical acclaim. Details https://calstockarts.org/whats-on.

NEW Monday 12 October 2026 7.30pm - Seth Lakeman + Band - Exeter Corn Exchange, George St, Exeter EX1 1BU
Freedom Fields 20th anniversary tour. With full band, playing the album plus other favourites across two sets! Details https://www.exetercornexchange.co.uk/whats-on.

NEW Friday 16 October 2026 8pm - Cara Dillon & Sam Lakeman - Milverton Music, Victoria Rooms, Fore St, Milverton, Taunton TA4 1JU
A very welcome return for Cara and Sam. Cara's wonderful voice accompanied beautifully by Sam on Piano and guitar, we have a truly terrific evening of music in store. https://www.milvertonmusic.com/page10.html.

NEW Friday 16 October 2026 7.30pm - Christine Collister & Dave Kelly - Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Together again – two superb voices. Drawing from their mutual love of classic rock, pop, country, jazz and blues, Christine and Dave dive head long and full throttle into the songs they love. Their combined passion, talent and fun-loving personalities bring a natural warmth and great charm to their performances. Details https://wegottickets.com/ashburtonarts.

NEW Sunday 25 October 2026 7.30pm - Phil Beer Trio - Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 6RQ
An opportunity to see world renowned multi-instrumentalist Phil Beer share the Blues roots of his musical life. Supported by his long-time collaborator Miranda Sykes on Bass guitar and Sian Monaghan on percussion, they will confidently guide you through the music of Blind Willie Johnson, The Rev Gary Davis, Davy Graham, and John Mayall. Details https://fougoumusic.com/all-events.

NEW Sunday 25 October 2026 - Mississippi Macdonald - Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street EX4 3LS
BSW are thrilled to present Mississippi MacDonald, one of England’s finest Soul-Blues singer songwriters and guitarists. Details https://exeterphoenix.org.uk/genre/music.

NEW Sunday 15 November 2026 8pm - Sam Kelly and Detta Kenzie - Matthews Hall, Fore Street, Topsham EX3 0HF
Detta Kenzie is an indie-folk singer and songwriter whose music, while often touched by traditional Celtic folk influences, is guided by a thoroughly modern and independent spirit. Her sound blends the richness of folk storytelling with elements of soul, cinematic minimalism and leftfield pop, creating music that is emotionally expansive, intimate and unmistakably her own.
Sam Kelly is a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winning musician, singer, songwriter and producer, described by Mike Harding as ‘one of my favourite singers ever’ and by Cara Dillon as ‘an amazing singer with so much soul’.
Detta and Sam will be appearing in a double headline format, each performing a 45 min set. Details https://www.topshamfolkclub.org;
https://wegottickets.com/TopshamFolkClub.

NEW Tuesday 17 November 2026 - Bellowhead - Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
Burlesque 20th Anniversary Tour plus special guest Seckou Keita.  Details https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/bellowhead/princess-theatre-torquay/. General sale opens Friday 28 November at 10am. Doors 7pm.

NEW Sunday 22 November 2026 3-5.30pm - Bal at Belstone - Belstone Village Hall, nr Okehampton EX20 1RB
Dances from Brittany and beyond. With Truffetete and Poisson Groove. £7 cash on door, to include hot drinks and cake. More info email: truffetete [at] gmail.com.

NEW Saturday 28 November 2026 - Jim Causley & Miranda Sykes: Midwinter- Parish Hall, West Town Road, Newton St Cyres EX5 5BW (5BU?)
details tba Details https://www.jimcausley.co.uk/concerts.

NEW Saturday 28 November 2026 8pm - Maire Ni Chathasaigh & Chris Newman - Village Hall, The Parade, Millbrook PL10 1AX
Millbrook Folk Club proudly presents the dazzling virtuosity of Maire Ni Chathasaigh (Harp) & Chris Newman (Guitar). Info & tickets www.facebook.com/MillbrookFolkClub. Tickets www.ticketsource.co.uk/millbrook-folk-club.

NEW Friday 4 December 2026 8pm - Urban Folk Quartet - Milverton Music, Victoria Rooms, Fore St, Milverton, Taunton TA4 1JU
Always a fantastic evening, We welcome back this wonderful group of musicians to our pre Christmas bash which kick starts the festive season. Tones prize quiz and some great food included in the ticket. This gig always sells out. https://www.milvertonmusic.com/page10.html.

NEW Friday 11 June 2027 7.30pm - Sarah McQuaid - The Watermark, Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge PL21 0SZ
“One of the most instantly recognisable voices in current music … Shades of Joni Mitchell in a jam with Karen Carpenter and Lana Del Rey.” —Neil March, Trust The Doc Sarah McQuaid’s lush, chocolatey voice combines with her engaging personality, “subtle mastery onstage” (Huffington Post) and “brilliant musicianship” (fRoots) on acoustic and electric guitars, piano and (occasionally) drum to create a truly immersive experience. Details www.ivybridgewatermark.co.uk.

John Culf
www.harbertonfolk.co.uk
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