Plough and Fleece. Horningsea, Cambs
Our very own session and singaround every Thursday night from 8.30pm. Recorded in 2015
Black Fen Folk Club, Cambridge
Clubnights every Sunday 8pm at the NCI Club, Holland St, Cambridge. Recorded in 2017
Milkmaid Folk Club, Risby, Bury St Edmunds
Great club every Friday, Recorded in 2017 for the songwriting competition
The Townhouse, Ely, Cambridgeshire
Every second Tuesday with Liam, now at the West End pub. Recorded 2017
The Crown, Burston, Norfolk
‘Eazy Thursday’ session every week and regular gigs on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We recorded here back in 2016
Half Moon, Bishops Stortford, Herts
Acoustic club every Thursday and it used to be our session base for 10 years. Recorded 2017
The Strugglers, Eagle, Lincolnshire
Clubnights every last Monday with a friendly and eclectic bunch. We recorded here back in 2017
Athol Arms, Dunkeld, Scotland
Recorded at the Amber Festival in 2018
Geese and Fountain, Croxton Kerrial, Leicestershire
A great pub with late afternoon folk sessions on 2nd Sundays and regular gigs. Recorded 2018
The Castle, Harrow, London
Regular Mondays at the wonderful Herga Folk Club. Recorded 2018
Blacksmiths Arms, Quorn, Leicestershire
A lively singaround and session every Sunday hosted by Between2shores (Anna, Mo and Sarah). Recorded 2018
The Trout, Lechlade, Cotswolds
Second and forth Friday singaround with the wonderful Riverfolk in a perfect riverside setting. Recorded in 2018
The Bull, Woolpit, Suffolk
Songs and tunes around the room every second Wednesday. Recorded in 2018
Bracknall Folk Club, Windlesham, Surrey
Friendly and eclectic club every Tuesday at the Sun pub where anything goes. Recorded in 2018
Orpington Folk Club, Orpington, Kent
Weekly clubnights every Thursday dating back to the ’60’s – friendly and open-minded too! Recorded in 2018
Waveney Folk Club, Eye, Suffolk
Great club in a converted bank arts centre. Recorded in 2018
The Last Post, Derby
Music mad micro pub hosted by Chris and Karen – you have to be there to believe it! Recorded in 2018
The Village Pump, Trowbridge
Unique venue, lovely people and a history stretching back to the late ’60’s. What a great night! Recorded 2018
The Wonder, Enfield
Friendly eclectic session hosted by Steve and Kathy. Recorded 2018
The Compasses, Stansfield, Suffolk
Wonderful country pub with a monthly Friday session hosted by Bryan and Penni and regular live music hosted by Andy. Recorded 2018
The Crown, Buntingford, Herts
Great back room location for the second of the sessions hosted by Steve and Kathy Recorded 2019
The Shakespeare, Sheffield
Huge function room upstairs and tunes downstairs. A real music hub and a great pub Recorded 2019
The Goose is Out, Nunhead, London
Atmospheric, well attended and super friendly singaround plus regular gigs at the community owned Ivy House, hosted with wit and warmth by Sue and Nygel. Recorded 2019
The Ship, Brimscombe, Cotswolds
Warm and friendly mixed ‘up the front’ session mc’d by John and Barry last Monday monthly and linked to the Minchampton Folk Club. Recorded in 2019
Foxton Folk
We recorded here back in 2016
Filey Folk Festival, Filey North Yorkshire
Free and friendly, local acts, over 150 in number at timed assorted venues. 3 dedicated singaround venues, unfortunately none were hosted so we stood in, the Cobblers Arms being our favourite.
Ely Folk Festival, Ely, Cambridgeshire
Friendly singaround held in the festival bar 10am – 2pm Saturday and Sunday hosted by Simon. July 2019
Hillsborough Hotel, Sheffield
Great night out with Jim and a fine bunch of musicians at the Hillsborough. Regular Sunday and Thursday sessions and singarounds. Recorded October 2019
Grand Union Folk Club, Sileby, Leicestershire
Warm hearted 2nd Monday singaround with a traditional focus but all sorts of songs and tunes go down well. November 2019
The Rumburgh Buck, Suffolk
Lovely first wednesday singaround with Keshar and friends at this warm and welcoming country pub. November 2019
Mr Punch Folk Club, Panborough, Somerset
A fine night with Bernard and pals in one of the nicest session/singaround rooms on the circuit at the Panborough Inn. November 2019
The Dog, Halstead, Essex
Sunday afternoon songs and tunes hosted by Moose Rosser where anything goes, including. 4 pipers, three guitars, two accordians, one mandocello and …..December 2019
Melton Folk, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
A fine example of the kind of open minded, friendly and welcoming singaround and tunes evening we get so excited about. Gently funny hosting by Adrian and great beer at the equally warm hearted Crown pub too! Recorded Jan 2020
Foxton Folk, Foxton, Leicestershire
A sensible 5-8pm mixed session abley hosted by Andy and great to see toddlers dancing around while Mum and Dad played terrific fiddle and accordion tunes. Recorded Feb 2020
The Anglers Rest, Bamford, Derbyshire
Fabulous example of a real community owned pub with a post office and cafe included. A fine old community singaround too with a ‘whatever goes’ approach on the last Monday. Recorded 2020
Lockdown Folk, Zoom
The virtual answer to covid-19 isolation – a real session on the internet, this one hosted by Jeremy Harmer. A real tonic for the troops! March 2020
Leadenham Festival, Lincolnshire
Friendly well hosted festival singaround at the George Hotel. August 2021
Kings Arms, Ely
Ely Acoustic hosted by Bill, singaround, great to be out again. 1st Wednesday of every month. January 2022
Bell Inn, Thetford
Comfortable (padded chairs!) and friendly mixed sessions on 1st (contemporary) and second (traditional) Wednesday of every month with a great atmospehere. May 2022
Sheringham Potty Morris and Folk Festival. Norfolk
Singaround held on Saturday night at ‘The Little Theatre’ hub well hosted. July 2022
Sale Folk Club, Manchester
Friendly night out with some great contributions hosted by Kath and Stan or Don and Heather every Tuesday at the United Services Club. Nov 2022
Crookes Folk Club, Sheffield
Great night out with the good folk at Crookes. Friendly and eclectic plus sandwiches! Thursdays at 8pm. Feb 2023
Cottingham Acoustic Club, at The Back Room, Hull
Super-friendly truly eclectic up the front singaround. hosted by warm hearted Andy. 8pm wednesdays Feb 2023
Nethergate Folk Club, Sheffield
Probably the widest definition of folk we have yet come across but none the worse for that, Literally anything goes! Every Wednesday from 8pm at the Nethergate Bowls Club. July 2023
The George Inn, Shalford, Essex
Great weekly session every Thursday hosted by Ian Pease and the King Driscolls from 8pm. December 2023
The Cock, Hatfield Broadoak, Essex
Recorded in 2015, the session has moved around a lot since then!
Queens Head, Littlebury, Essex
Session led by Ann every 2nd and 4th Monday. Recorded in 2017
The Pump House, Watford
Watford’s friendly and welcoming Folk Club every Friday. Recorded in 2017
The Song Loft, Stoney Stratford
Performers nights and gigs on Fridays. Recorded in 2017
Black Fen Folk Club, Cambridge
Mixed session every Wednesday at the pub or at Jinskys next door. Recorded in 2017
Great Bardfield Folk Club, Essex
Anna and Rays clubnights every second Thursday. Recorded in 2017
Daffodil Festival, Thriplow. Cambridgshire
Annual Festival attracting 30,000 people, hosted by Tony and Marie in the club tent. Recorded in 2017
The Brown Cow, Mansfield, Notts
Acoustic session every Thursday night. Recorded in 2018
Oakes Barn, Bury St Edmunds
Bury Folk Collective meets every Wednesday alternating between contemporary and from-the -tradition, Recorded in 2018
Friends Meeting House, Diss, Norfolk
Nice eclectic singaround every Tuesday from 7.30. Recorded in 2018
The George, Babraham, Cambridgeshire
Sadly missed open mic crossed with a session hosted by Tony and Marie. Recorded in 2018
The Angel, Waltham Abbey, Hertfordshire
Singarounds every Monday with guest nights at the Waltham Abbey Folk Club. Recorded in 2018
The Old Bull, Royston, Herts
Royston Folk Club every Friday hosted brilliantly by Chris and Mark. Recorded in 2019
The Limes, Fakenham, Norfolk
Friendly mixed session every Wednesday with the added bonus of going on past midnight! Recorded in 2018
Mansfield Folk Club, Mansfield, Notts
Great example of a friendly club brimming with local talent. Meets every Monday at the Black Bull. Recorded in 2018
Hinkley Act, Hinkley, Nottinghamshire
Weekly clubnights in the unusual setting of an industrial unit with a sound system to die for. Recorded in 2018
The Smithfield, Derby
Great night out hosted by Bev and Andy who run several sessions under the IPFM umbrella. Recorded in 2018
Wishing Well, Dyke, Lincolnshire
Well attended Bourne Folk Club hosted by Dean. Recorded in 2018
Backroom Acoustic Club, Ramsey, Fenland
Friendy fortnightly singaround on Wednesdays at the Angel. Late 20th century specialism! Recorded 2018
The Cock, Clare, Suffolk
Lovely night out hosted by Tony and Marie Mace. First Monday every month Recorded 2018
Scrag End Folk, Albert Village, Leicestershire
Carrington Triangle, Nottingham
Welcoming and inclusive singaround with a wide variety of musical styles held at the Gladstone. Wonderful vegetarian curry and pittas for all the punters! Recorded 2019
The Three Tuns, Sheffield
Nice pub and a grand session with Jack’s Rake as part of the Sheffield Session Festival Recorded 2019
Croydon Folk and Blues Club
Friendly and welcoming Sunday evening singaround with a featured guest spot in the wonderful setting of Ruskin House. Recorded 2019
White Horse Folk Club
Warmest of welcomes every Monday night at this long established and well supported club in Beverley up in East Yorks. Recorded in 2019
Newark Traditions Festival, Newark, Nottinghamshire
Free small welcoming family friendly festival with an inclusive feel. Mainly dance sides with hosted singarounds mainly on the lovely Castle Barge.
The Woodman, Nuthamstead, Herts
First night of a new session in the historic Woodman pub in Nuthamstead. Hope it carries on being so well supported! September 2019.
The Masons Arms, Doncaster
Tuesday nights from 8.30 hosted by Sue Knowles. A fine night of folkie singing and chat. October 2019
Horsham Folk Club, West Sussex
Open minded, eclectic and friendly Sunday session and singaround as a regular part of this long established clubs programme. October 2019
The Tempest Arms, Coleby, Lincolnshire
Great 2nd Tuesday night out with Robert, Theresa and friends at a lead contender for the most welcoming pub in the world! November 2019
The Minerva, Hull
Anything goes at this Sunday afternoon treat hosted by Andy and the Spare Hand boys. The epitome of a friendly, big hearted mixed session. November 2019
Epworth Folk and Acoustic Club
Jinksy’s Wine Bar at the Red Lion in Epworth near Doncaster every Monday. A return visit (albeit in the winebar next door!) and great to find the same warm welcome and broad mix of music. January 2020
White Horse Folk Club, Seagrave, Leicestershire
Big hearted mixed session and singaround hosted with great charm, charisma and scrupulous fairness by Dave. Rather wonderful setting in the function room of the White Horse.January 2020
The Cheshire Cheese, Hope, Derbyshire
Wonderful, hysterical, heartwarming singaround hosted by ‘voice of the year’ Judy at the Cheese, with great food, ale and a comfy bed for the night. Perfect! February 2020
Tump Folk Club, Coventry
A truly memorable night combining fine music with a great community spirit at the Humber pub, hosted by Karen and MC’d by Peter every Thursday. March 2020
Spalding Folk Club, Zoom
A funny, friendly session hosted by Paul and Chris with a terrific mix of music. Every Thursday. August 2020
Sharp’s Folk Club, Zoom
The EFDS’s own singaround where I am happy to report, anything goes. Each Tuesday session is recorded and added to their youtube channel so thats great for catch ups and learning new songs too August 2020
Rose and Crown, Hundon
Inaugural mixed session at the very welcoming Rose and Crown, hosted by Tony and Marie Mace – monthly on a wednesday from 8pm July2022
Moira Furnace Folk Festival. Leicestershire
Proper well hosted great singarounds on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Held at 2 very music friendly pubs ‘The Rawdon Arms’ …….
Warrington Singers Night
A great mixed session with songs and tunes in the back room at the Bulls Head in Warrington every Sunday at 8pm. Nov 2022
Maidenhead Folk Club, Cookham, Berkshire
Such a warm welcome and home from home feeling on a cold winters night! Every Thursday at 7.30pm. January 2023
Perch Brewhouse, Sheffield
Special session with the massed voices of the Access Folk mob from Sheffield Uni – pros and amateurs in perfect harmony! Feb 2023
The Globe, Newcastle
Superb community music pub and a fine session hosted by Dave who also runs folkie workshops there. Every Tuesday during term times from 9pm. March 2023
The Bridge Folk Club, Newcastle
Continuous music making since 1958 and you can see why. So friendly and welcoming! Every Tuesday. May 2023
