Clubs
Clubs are the lifeblood of the folkscene, which is why you've got your own section.
Let us know when you meet, where you meet, whose your club contact and whose your booker. You also get fifty words to tell everyone about your club. You can also submit to the Tour Section to let people know who is playing.
These pages are only as accurate as the information you provide, so if things change, please let us know.
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A to B - C to H - I to N - O to ZKirby Fleetham Folk Club
When: Third Saturday Of The Month 8pm
Where: Black Horse Inn, Kirkby Fleetham, North Yorkshire
There will either be a main guest and a couple of floor spots on each evening or two slightly shorter main guest slots. Following
the main act there will be a singaround/ session into the wee small hours....we like to do things differently at KFFC!
The Kontra Roots Club, Woodford
When: 2nd Friday of the month at 8pm
Where: The White Horse, Woodford, near Kettering, Northants NN14 4EY
Online: www.myspace.com/kontrarootsclub
The club provides a platform where the finest acoustic/roots musicians
in the East Midlands can showcase their talent. Each month we feature
four established or up and coming acts drawn from many musical genres.
There's a full PA, a great atmosphere, and admission is free. Full
details on the website or phone Kev on 01536 712902.
Leith Folk Club, Edinburgh
When: Every Tuesday, 8pm
Where: The Village, South Fort Street, Edinburgh EH6 4DN
Online: http://www.leithfolkclub.org
Wide range of acoustic, folk, roots, blues and world music from local and touring artists. Check website for details
Lewes Saturday Folk Club
When: Every Saturday
Where: Elephant & Castle, White Hill, Lewes BN7 2DJ
Lewes Saturday Folk Club runs every Saturday night, has 15-18 all-day workshops a year with top tutors who perform in the evening, free monthly sessions for people wanting to learn tunes current in local English sessions, and for concertinas only. Everyone welcome especially if you'd like to sing or play.
London, Folk & Roots In The Cellar
When: Every Other Thursday
Where: The cosy cellar bar of The Constitution
Probably the best kept secret in London's accoustic folk scene, situated by the Regent Canal in Camden half a mile towards Islington.
London, Folk On A Monday
When: 1st & 3rd Monday
Where: Camden Green Note, 106 Parkway, London, NW1 7AN
Online: http://www.folkonmonday.co.uk/
FolkOnMonday is a London folk night held (normally) on the first and third Monday of the month, presenting the best that the folk scene has to offer, offering a night of the finest folk, roots and acoustic music...
London, The Goose Is Out
When: Fridays
Where: DHFC Edgar Kail Way, East Dulwich , London SE22 8BD
Upstairs @ The MAGNOLIA 211 Lordship Lane East Dulwich ,London SE22 8HA
Upstairs @ The MAGNOLIA 211 Lordship Lane East Dulwich ,London SE22 8HA
Online: http://www.thegooseisout.com
Comprehensive deatils about what events are on at which venue, how to get booked and how to get there are all on the comprehensive website
London, The Icarus Club
When: First Thursday Of Month
Where: Old Tigers Head in Lee Green, London
The Icarus Club is about providing a platform for quality, original acts to perform their work in a conducive acoustic setting..
London, The Magpie's Nest,
When: Check Website
Where: Upstairs at the The Old Queens Head, 44 Essex Road, Nearest Tube: Angel
Online: http://www.themagpiesnest.co.uk/
The Magpie's Nest is a Folk and Acoustic club, showcasing the entire spectrum of the music: old folk, new folk and acoustic talent, from across Britain and beyond....
Loughborough Folk Club
When: Second & Fourth Friday 8:30 start
Where: The Old Pack Horse Inn,4 Woodgate, Loughborough
A friendly folk club in a traditional pub setting
Mickleby - The White Hart Folk Club
When: Saturday 8:30 - 11:30pm
Where: White Hart Inn, Mickleby, North Yorkshire
We have a varied and increasing selection of regulars, and new attenders are always made very welcome. The club is closed May 31st and August 30th for the Black Bull Benders and of course all are welcome to come and have a good sing there
Monday Open Mic, Windsor
When: Mondays
Where: The Duke Of Connaught, Arthur Road, Windsor
Online: Monday Open Mic
Please feel free to pop down, whether you are a performer or not; whether you want to perform or just enjoy the talents of others - you are very welcome!
9pm Until late
Nottingham - Cup Of Tea Folk
When:Every second Wednesday of each month with occasional extra shows on other Wednesdays. Doors 8pm
Where:Lee Rosy's Tea, 17 Broad Street, Hockley, Nottingham, NG1 3AJ (opposite the Broadway Cinema)
Usually 2 acts per show - an eclectic mix of new folk and unplugged acts from the UK and beyond in a relaxed and unique setting. Usual cost: £5 / £4 NUS/u18 No age limits as it's a tea bar.
Nottingham - King Billy Folk Session
When:2nd Tuesday of Month 8pm
Where:King William IV, Eyre Street, Sneinton, Nottingham
The pub is a small, friendly real-ale pub and the Session takes place in a room opposite the bar. There is an emphasis on traditional music but with no particular affiliation to specific genres. We tend to play and
sing (and sometimes dance!) in the round, rather than as an open mic session.