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

2025

April 24th Steve Turner

Steve Turner plays traditional and contemporary songs, accompanying himself on concertina , cittern, mandolin and tenor banjo.
He turned professional in 1979 after winning UK Melody Maker’s national “Stars of the 80s” competition. He has released several albums – the latest is “Curious Times” featuring Martin Carthy.

Steve’s website https://steve-turner.co.uk/

Steve at Bath Folk Festival https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0PGfs9Faxg&list=PL895AF0B930CACA2C

8th May Sherburn, Bartley, Sanders

Chris Sherburn (Concertina) and Denny Bartley (Vocals and Guitar) joined forces in 1993, they were joined by Emily Sanders (fiddle/viola and vocals) in 2016. She brough a repertoire of English songs to add to the band’s Celtic roots.
“Chris, Denny and Emily sound good, make you smile and are a great mix – a true chemistry lesson… Superb musicians of the highest order.” Alan Wood, The Barn at Baston

Sherburn, Bartley, Sanders Website https://www.sherburnbartleysanders.com/

Band videos https://www.sherburnbartleysanders.com/videos

5th June Winter Wilson

A welcome return to Bideford for our old friends Kip Winter and Dave Wilson. Guaranteed to entertain. Kip plays guitar, tenor guitar, bass, piano accordion and tenor ukulele, Dave plays guitar and 5-string banjo. Both are fine singers and many of their songs are self-penned. They are completing their lates album “Home” which is due for release early next year.

​“In 30 years of listening to folk music, I have never heard two voices blend so perfectly.” ​(David Aird, Chairman, Glenfarg Folk Club)

Winter Wilson’s website: https://winterwilson.com/

Band videos: https://winterwilson.com/gallery/videos

3rd July Rob Barratt
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Dudley-born, brain-tickling, word-mangling comic poet and singer from North Cornwall. Rob combines clever word play and song with satire, parody and audience participation. He deal with such important topics as squid, Neanderthal politics, pissoirs, the weather in Scotland, data-driven education, distressed furniture and his relationship with potatoes but often beneath the comedy there lurk serious issues.

Some of Rob’s videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1557kjCjb-w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75memSRaZUM&t=4s
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MjdxtgnGJMg

18th September Cider House Rebellion

Two multi-instrumental musicians: Summerhayes and Grainger who specialise in folk-improv. Anything could happen and probably will.
“I became utterly bewitched by the beauty of what Summerhayes and Grainger had created. It could justifiably be described as a folk symphony, possessing cyclical completeness yet creating a form that is, at once, both elemental and pastoral.” Fatea Magazine

Ciderhouse Rebellion website https://theciderhouserebellion.com/

Band videos https://theciderhouserebellion.com/videos/

16th October Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne

Cohen has been nominated twice for the Radio Two Folk Awards. A member of Granny’s Attic who have played at the club in recent years he embarked on a solo career alongside his work with the group. Cohen plays Anglo concertina and melodeon. He has a particular interest in the music of the West Midlands but uses material from many other genres as well.

Cohen’s website https://cohenbk.com/about/

YouTube videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMS9wLpFo-4&list=RDEMOszPQHn2U_cuJhEhn5EQcg&start_radio=1

6th November: Applecorers Shanty. PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE!

Applecorers Shanty are a local group based in Appledore (Just down the road from Bideford) They sing regularly in the pubs and clubs locally and at festivals. Not just shanties but other songs, often accompanied on a variety of instruments. Picture shows them performing at Bideford Water Festival.

Applecorers’ Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/applecorersshanty

2026

5th March Anthony John Clark

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