22 - 25 May 2026
22 - 25
May
2026
Timetable: Sessions
Whether you're thing is tunes or singing, English, Irish, Bal or Scandi prefer it fast or steady, your a regular to sessions or just starting out we are confident you will find something for you.

On this page, you will find the scheduled sessions we are aware of. Don't forget there's many more impromptu sessions around town, late into the night, or should we say into the early hours!

The key venues to find a session are :

Please note The Moongazing Hare Bar Sessions will be sessions, not playarounds or performances. Think of it as a chance to join in joyous tunes with friends and strangers. There will be no pressure on you to start tunes but if there is a particular tune you want to play but don’t want to start it, someone will help you out. There are stages within walking distance so we reserve the right to limit the number of drums etc if it gets too crazy! The sessions will be inside or outside the beer tent, depending on the weather!

Currently known Sessions for 2026, there may be more

Jump to: Friday Saturday Sunday Monday

All Sessions are Donation.

Click on the event name for more information.

Sessions on Friday 22nd May 2026
WhenWhatWhereDescription
19:00 to 24:00Irish SessionOld Road TavernJoin the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome.

With: Details to follow

20:00 to 22:30Welcome Sing‑aroundAngel Hotel : Angel Front LoungeKick off the festival with George Dale and Mike Gibson! Our welcome sing-around is the perfect place to share a song, lead a chorus, or just listen in. All styles and voices are warmly invited.

With: George Dale and Mike Gibson (Session Leads: Singers)

Sessions on Saturday 23rd May 2026
WhenWhatWhereDescription
11:00 to 24:00Irish SessionOld Road TavernJoin the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome.

With: Details to follow

13:30 to 15:15Afternoon SingThe Three CrownsJoin Kitty Vernon for a relaxed afternoon sing at The Three Crowns, offering an intimate and cosy venue for a big sing.

With: Kitty Vernon

20:00 to 22:30Forebitter or Worse: Shanties & Songs of the SeaAngel Hotel : Angel Front LoungeJoin George Dale and Mike Gibson for a maritime sing-around. Raise your voice with authentic shanties and songs of the sea. Lead a verse or join the chorus—all are welcome!

With: George Dale and Mike Gibson (Session Leads: Singers)

Sessions on Sunday 24th May 2026
WhenWhatWhereDescription
11:00 to 12:00Sunday Hymn SingAngel Hotel : Angel AtriumJoin us in The Angel Hotel for a hymn sing. Hymn books will be provided.

With: Details to follow

11:00 to 24:00Irish SessionOld Road TavernJoin the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome.

With: Details to follow

13:30 to 15:15Afternoon SingThe Three CrownsJoin Kitty Vernon for a relaxed afternoon sing at The Three Crowns, offering an intimate and cosy venue for a big sing.

With: Kitty Vernon

20:00 to 22:30The Big SingAngel Hotel : Angel Front LoungeJoin George Dale and Mike Gibson for The Big Sing! Our flagship communal event invites everyone to raise the roof. Bring your finest voice for a powerful, shared celebration of song. Don't miss it!

With: George Dale and Mike Gibson (Session Leads: Singers)

20:00 to 23:00French Music and DanceOld Road Tavern BarnFrench session - Come along and join in playing French folk dance music. There's a chance to dance as well.

With: Details to follow

Sessions on Monday 25th May 2026
WhenWhatWhereDescription
11:00 to 24:00Irish SessionOld Road TavernJoin the pub in Chippenham where you will find music sessions year-round, for the first of its festival Irish sessions. All welcome.

With: Details to follow

14:30 to 16:30Farewell SingAngel Hotel : Angel Front LoungeBid a fond farewell with George Dale and Mike Gibson at our final afternoon sing-around. Share one last song and a hearty chorus as we wrap up the weekend in style. All voices welcome.

With: George Dale and Mike Gibson (Session Leads: Singers)

If you would like to see what we had last time: Sessions in 2025