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Diary dates: 22nd - 25th May 2026
Our 53rd festival is on its way – The Early Birds have been released!
A brilliant line up of concerts, dances and music and more is planned across our 13 stages including the FREE Island Park community stage and session beer tent located alongside the beautiful River Avon. Not forgetting the stunning Halsway Stage at St Andrews Church and The Cause Stage, another superb setting showcasing traditional folk in all its glory - it’s going to be magical!
Already we’ve secured headliners Tim van Eyken (melodeon, voice, guitar) and celebrated Anglo-Australian duo Nancy Kerr & James Fagan (fiddle, bouzouki, guitar & voices), all award winners and respected in their fields. With more being added every week - see the line up below!
And with over 80 dance events planned, we are delighted to confirm 3 great callers from across the traditions: Geoff Cubitt, Victoria Yeomans and Liam Binley, top Callers from across the traditions. With more currently being booked to meet every style!
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Geoff Cubitt
Geoff is well known as a caller for American Squares and Contra and English Ceilidh. He enjoys being helpful to beginners as well as extending expert dancers
Victoria Yeomans
Victoria calls a varied repertoire of dances from Playford to American contras, including several of her own compositions. She loves to inspire dancers to dance better and make the music visible.
Liam Binley
Liam is a dedicated and seasoned folk dance caller and choreographer who specialises in English, American, and Scottish traditions.
