More information and tickets below, including a £10 rate for Under 25s.
Standing Concerts & Late Night Ceilidhs (LNE)
Doors open at 7pm with sessions, support acts 8pm, headliners on stage around 9pm (unless otherwise stated).
Late Night Extra (LNE) runs 11:15pm to 1:15am, with dance displays at midnight.
Evening Event Tickets include the Late Night Extra (LNE) events, Betsy’s Bar and Campfire Sessions.
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week, Weekend Season Tickets.
Frankie Archer brings ancient stories vividly to life through a thrilling blend of traditional song and contemporary electronics. One of the UK’s most talked-about new folk artists.
We Are The Monsters are a boundary-pushing electro-folk powerhouse, blending traditional tunes with driving electronic beats. Their free-form rave ceilidh creates an unforgettable dance-floor experience
LNE Ceilidh Band: Token Women. Midnight Dance Spot by Kittiwake Border Morris
Token Women, the “Divas of the Dance World”, are a unique seven-piece all-female band featuring fiddles, cello, keyboard, saxes, clarinets, tuba and trombone. Their irresistible mix of European dance tunes, inventive arrangements and infectious energy is guaranteed to keep dancers smiling.
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week, Weekend Season Tickets.
Shooglenifty are legendary pioneers of Scottish folk fusion, mixing traditional Highland melodies with infectious rhythms and global influences. More than 30 years on, they’re still packing dancefloors and delighting audiences with their irresistible grooves and infectious energy.
Jack Rutter is one of the leading voices of modern English folk, combining soaring vocals, masterful guitar and bouzouki playing, and captivating interpretations of traditional and contemporary songs.
LNE Ceilidh. Midnight Dance spot by Orion Longsword
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week, Weekend Season Tickets.
Devon’s own Mad Dog Mcrea fuse folk, rock and Celtic influences into a riotous, high-energy live show filled with infectious tunes, sharp songwriting and storytelling charm. One of the UK’s most entertaining festival favourites, they’re guaranteed to get the crowd moving.
Mec Lir are masters of modern Celtic fusion, blending soaring fiddle melodies with driving electronic rhythms and world-class musicianship.
LNE Ceilidh Band: Monster Ceilidh Band. Midnight Dance spot by Clausentum Morris
Newcastle’s high-octane dance machine, combining explosive accordion, thunderous drums and unstoppable energy. New line-up with Heather Ferrier on accordion and John Lambeth on drums.
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week & Monday Season Tickets.
Steve Knightley & The Winter Yards Band bring a powerful new sound to the Bulverton, combining outstanding musicianship, driving rhythms and soaring melodies. Joined by special guests True Foxes, this promises to be a vibrant, uplifting and thoroughly danceable folk experience.
Fusing Scottish and Irish tradition with modern influences, Project SMOK deliver an exhilarating mix of instrumental brilliance, driving rhythms and fearless innovation. With over 15 million streams, they’re at the forefront of a new generation of trad music.
LNE with Blowzabella. Midnight Dance spot by The Outside Capering Crew.
Blowzabella’s unmistakable sound, rich drones, glorious melodies and relentless rhythms, creates the perfect soundtrack for a memorable late-night dance. Whether you’re dancing hard or simply soaking up the atmosphere, enjoy one of folk music’s most distinctive bands.
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week & Tuesday Season Tickets.
One of the most talked-about folk bands of recent years, Talisk combine concertina, violin and guitar in a thrilling, high-octane sound that has won fans across the globe. Dynamic, innovative and utterly captivating, we’re delighted to welcome them back to Sidmouth.
LNE Ceilidh Band: Trinculo. Midnight Dance spot by Black Swan Rapper.
Trinculo deliver classic, tuneful and gloriously gritty dance music that fills floors and lifts roofs. Drawing on deep roots in traditional music and a fearless sense of groove, they serve up driving, joyful tunes, many written by the band themselves, that are made to be danced to and impossible to resist.
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week & Wednesday Season Tickets.
Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening explore the landscapes, stories and traditions of Northumbria through a thrilling blend of ancient and contemporary sounds. Featuring soaring pipes, powerful vocals and infectious rhythms, their live performances are both atmospheric and exhilarating.
Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell are a powerhouse folk duo blending Scottish fiddle, English guitar, driving foot percussion and soulful vocal harmonies – music that smoulders, sparks, and occasionally catches fire.
LNE Ceilidh: Simon Care All Stars. Midnight Dance spot by Moulton Morris
A rocking ceilidh band, with the driving melodeon of Simon Care and his all-star guests.
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week & Thursday Season Tickets.
Bonfire Radicals are Birmingham’s fiery folk innovators, blending traditional and original tunes with influences from across the globe. Featuring recorders, fiddle, clarinet, electric guitar, bass and drums, their high-octane live shows are packed with creativity, virtuosity and infectious energy. Joining them are The Gambian Superstars, led by Suntou Susso. This all-Gambian ensemble of master musicians combines kora, balafon, percussion, drums, bass and keys in a vibrant Afro-Manding sound rooted in tradition and powered by joyous collective musicianship.
LNE Ceilidh Band: The Bismarcks. Midnight Dance spot by Chelmsford Morris
The Bismarcks bring their much-loved blend of classic English dance tunes, outstanding musicianship and infectious energy back to the dance floor.
this concert is included in All In One, Bulverton-in-One, Week & Friday Season Tickets.
BEARPIT are a high-energy all-trans queer ceilidh band from Bristol, bringing a huge sound, irresistible tunes and infectious energy to the dance floor. Rooted in tradition but with a fresh, modern spirit, they create joyous, welcoming ceilidhs where everyone can jump in and feel at home.Caller: Hannah Moore. Midnight Dance spot by Silver Flame Rapper
The Bulverton-in-One (BiO) tickets cover all 8 days of everything at The Bulverton including evening events, LNEs, workshops plus full Week Festival Camping – for just £31.50 a day (£15 for Under 25s)
Choose an All In One Season ticket for entry to all events across the Festival. Big night’s Out at the Bulverton are also included in Week & Day Season ticket types. Visit the tickets page for more info
The Bulverton, and Betsy’s is the hub for high energy festival action through ‘til the early hours.
A standing marquee venue, next to the Festival Car Park and up from Campsite, features dynamic evening roots shows, energetic & welcoming LNE ceilidhs, early doors sessions at Betsy’s overlooking the Valley, craft & dance workshops during daylight hours, campfire sessions and a post-Late Night Extra (LNE) Betsy’s Lounge, a social space dedicated to relaxation and late-night playing and singing.
Doors and Sessions 7pm, Support acts 8pm. Headliners on stage approx. 9.05pm unless otherwise stated.
LNE starts 11.15pm. LNE dance displays at midnight. LNE ends 01.15am. After last orders, Betsy’s remains open as a space for sessions.
Tickets include Late Night Extra (LNE) events, Betsy’s and Campfire sessions.
Please read our Terms & Conditions which contains essential information including full explanations of tickets. See also the Buy Tickets page where you will find information to help choose the best ticket for you, and a Ticket Comparison Table showing which events are included with each ticket type.
There are a limited number of Bulverton Evening tickets are £10 for anyone 25 & Under (aged 12-25). Tickets for Under 11s are free, under 16s most be accompanied by an adult.
Discounts available to residents who to live within the Sidmouth EX10 postcode area for Pre-Festivals, Ham Daytime concerts, Ham Evening concerts, Bulverton evening and Bulverton Late Night Extra events. These are available online or in person, in advance from Sidmouth Tourist Information Centre (TIC) and the Box Office, with identifying documents. Advance online, not available on the door.
Provided free for those that qualify who require assistance to attend the Festival. For further information including how to apply, please read the relevant section in Terms & Conditions. Please address any accessibility enquiries to access@sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk.
There are no refunds or exchanges on any tickets and lost tickets cannot be replaced. We advise you to take out appropriate cancellation of holiday insurance that covers the cost of your tickets should you unfortunately need to cancel your attendance at the Festival for any reason.
Please download the Booking Form Early Bird here. Tickets can also be purchased in person or by phone at Sidmouth Tourist Information Centre (TIC) on 01395 577952
