Please note that guest nights start later 7:30 for 8pm.

2026

5th March Anthony John Clark

CANCELLED. Unfortunately Anthony has had to cancel this performance.

Anthony is originally from Belfast and has been part of the UK music scene for 30 years. Expect serious songs and sentiment and a lot of humour with songs about everything from car boot sales to grandchildren and how to avoid them.

Anthony’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=anthony+john+clarke+folk+singer

Anthony’s website: https://anthonyjohnclarke.com/

April 16th Dan McKinnon

Dan hails from Nova Scotia and tours the UK every year by train and bus with a backpack and a guitar.
He has a warm baritone voice and sings original thought-provoking songs with skillful guitar accompaniment in a variety of tunings,

Dan’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqcMr8eDiyV5YI0wnprBlTw

Dan’s website: https://www.danmckinnon.ca/

May 21st Pete Coe

A welcome return to Bideford for probably the best-known performers on the English Folk Scene. Pete has been performing for 50 years, both traditional songs and self-penned. Pete plays a variety of instruments including banjo, melodeon and Appalachian dulcimer. Not to be missed.

Pete’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=pete+coe

Pete’s website: https://petecoe.co.uk/

June 4th Jack Rutter

Yorkshire folk singer Jack Rutter has established himself as one of the standout voices of the folk, roots and acoustic music scene in recent years. He plays guitar and bouzouki and plays both traditional and contemporary material.

Jack’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jackrutterer

Jack’s website: https://www.jackruttermusic.com/home

September 10th Bruce Watson

A welcome return to Bideford for our friend from Australia. Bruce is one of the best known singer-songwriters n Australia His songs range from serious to hilarious. A great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed.

Bruce’s showreel on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRa-xpPQQ_Q&feature=youtu.be

Bruce’s website https://www.brucewatsonmusic.com/index.html

October 1st Lynne Heraud and Pat Turner

Another return to Bideford for our friends Lynne and Pat

Individually, and in combination with a variety of well-known singers and bands, Lynne Heraud and Pat Turner have both served long apprenticeships on the shop-floor of folk music.
Between them they play guitar, recorder, English concertina and a variety of whistles (including swanee, policeman’s and referee’s), list a spoons workshop in their hall of fame. Bound to be an entertaining evening.

Lynne and Pat sing “Small Fish” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfzQv5QVjTs&list=RDtfzQv5QVjTs&start_radio=1

Lynne and Pat’s website https://www.lynneandpat.co.uk/

October 29th Skinner and T’witch

Skinner and T’witch (Sandra Twitchett and Steve Skinner) are a Leeds based duo performing folk, flamenco and theatre style songs, with driving rhythms, intense harmonies and inspiring lyrics.
‘Probably the most unconventional duo in folk music’. RnR Magazine

Folk Medley on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7owWEKlMA8s&list=RD7owWEKlMA8s&start_radio=1

Skinner and T’witch website https://www.skinnerandtwitch.com/

November 26th Hilary Spencer

A welcome return to Bideford for Hilary Spencer. A phenomenal singer who previously performed with Artisan and Les Barker’s barmy band “Mrs Ackroyd”. Most recently she performed with guitarist Grant Baynham as Quicksilver until Grant’s tragically early passing in July 2022.

“Hilary Spencer’s voice is worth crossing mountains and deserts to hear” Rogue Folk Club Vancouver BC“

Hilary performing “Sabrina Fair” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyjnyrDgbKw&list=RDHyjnyrDgbKw&start_radio=1

Hilary’s website https://hilaryspencer.com/

2027

March 11th Damien Barber

Rooted in the folk traditions of Norfolk, Damien draws inspiration from legendary local singers like Walter Pardon and Peter Bellamy, shaping him into a distinct and evocative voice in folk music. His performances—whether a cappella or accompanied by guitar or concertina—are known for their authenticity and style.


“Damien Barber’s sound, style and presence combine the best of Peter Bellamy and Nic Jones”
Dirty Linen USA

Damien’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/damoandtheomen/?locale=en_GB

Damien’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi3pb0cPGKWtESlZnJEIDOg