Hampshire on Folk Directory

Boomtown Behind the Mask

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A large event covering a large variety of music styles, in it’s 13th year. The event is spread over several stages, and there is a folk section . Research it and make your own decision on whether it suits you. The line-up includes many well-known acts.

Bournemouth Folk Festival

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Forest Folk

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Forest Folk began in February 2001 and has grown steadily with the continued support of those who attend its monthly singarounds and guest nights. Singarounds are held on the first Mondays of the month, commencing at 7.45 pm, and are free with a jug collection; guest nights take place on the third Mondays, starting at 8 pm and finishing at 11 pm. Singarounds are held in the North Boarhunt Social Club, which has a well-stocked bar including real ales, with guest nights taking place in the adjoining Village Hall.

Hambledon Folk Club

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Hambledon Folk Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:30pm in the Youth Club building in the Village Hall car park next to The Vine in West Street. There are guest performers most months, usually acoustic, covering a wide range of styles.

Late Spring Folk Festival

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Back for its second year. In addition to another 12 hours of back-to-back folk music starting at 11am across multiple stages on the May bank holiday weekend, the festival will feature beer from the farm brewery, multiple food outlets, camping, arts and crafts, and a new soapbox stage for established and aspiring musicians alike. The lineup will be announced in full in April. The festival takes place at Dummer Down Farm.

Session at Bent Brief

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Session at Four Horse Shoes

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Session at The Bugle

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The Big Burfest

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All the performers at the Burfest have kindly performed free of charge in support of the Village Hall centenary fund. Half of the profits and donations on the day will go directly to this fund, helping the Trustees ensure the continued enjoyment and improvement of the hall into the next century. The other half of the profits will go to the nominated charity.

The Good Intent

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Whitchurch Folk Club

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Whitchurch Folk Festival

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A festival of traditional music and dance taking place on May 09th in the picturesque town of Whitchurch, Hampshire. Spread across a dozen local venues Includes a free fringe music stage and free events and family activities which are open to all (no festival ticket required).

Woolston and Netley Folk Club

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Woolston and Netley Folk Club, Netley Abbey, Hampshire. Meets every Sunday evening with regular guests.

Worthy Earth Festival

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For the fourth time. Celebrate the summer’s harvest with three days of community revelry: garden-to-table feasts, renowned guest speakers, and a rich lineup of artists from the folk and global dance music tradition. Only 500 tickets! Don’t miss out on this one by leaving things to the last minute.