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John Gasson Jig Competition 2026 Results
We had another hugely successful Jig Comp yesterday. The level of dancing was of the highest standard. Full results below: 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗼 𝗝𝗶𝗴 1st – Amanda Barbour and Amelia Mason 2nd – Kate Skelton and Jerry West 3rd – Ian Nichols and James Fagan 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗝𝗶𝗴 1st – Will Hampson, Jonah Hampson and Bryony Griffiths 2nd […]
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Sidmouth Horse Trials 2026
In a hotly fought contest, Penny the Cuckoo pushed a parrot and a skull horse out of the nest to scoop the Aardman Trophy at the 10th Sidmouth Horse Trials 2026. Also known as the Hobby Horse of the Year Show, this event attracted a strong and diverse field of beasts. The term hobby horse […]
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Manor Pavilion Update
We’re looking forward to another packed programme of events in the lovely Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth this year. Just a quick reminder that where events are showing as ‘Pay on the door’ and ‘no advance tickets available’ (like Chris Hoban’s 1918 show on Sunday) they aren’t necessarily sold out. It is very likely that tickets […]
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app is now live!
With new & improved features, the 2026 festival app is now available to download from the Apple Store and Google Play. * TOP TIP!* Download the App before you arrive at the festival. It’s really useful and a neat way to see what’s on each day. You can: – Browse the daily programme – Search […]
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Eddi Reader – artist update
ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT We’re very sad to share that Eddi has had to cancel her appearance on Sunday, as well as other summer festival performances, due to unforeseen and challenging circumstances. Eddi says: “I will miss performing for you all this summer. My apologies to everyone who has made travel plans. Right now, I need to […]
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Campsite Safety Update
Due to the extended dry weather there is a HIGH risk of accidental fires in the countryside. Sidmouth Folk Festival request that no disposable barbeques are used on the campsite under any circumstances. All cooking stoves /cookers MUST be off the ground. Additional water butts have been placed around the campsite – these must not […]
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Q & A with Bonfire Radicals
We caught up with Michelle from fast rising stars of the folk scene Bonfire Radicals for a few questions ahead of their Sidmouth debut this August… How did you first meet and all start playing together? What were your initial aims and ambitions for Bonfire Radicals? Bonfire Radicals started because a few of us wanted […]
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New Accessible Audio technology
We’re excited to introduce a new hearing accessibility technology at this year’s Sidmouth Folk Festival, making it easier than ever to enjoy clear, high-quality sound at festival performances. Auracast broadcast audio will be available at these three main venues: The Ham, Blackmore Gardens Marquee and The Bulverton. Whether you use hearing technology or simply want to […]
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Mon 3 August Ham – Ashley Hutchings Festival Appearance Update
We are very saddened to hear that Ashley Hutchings is withdrawing from public performances for the foreseeable future following a stroke. The stroke occurred a few weeks ago, and Ashley has since been receiving care at Chesterfield Royal Hospital on the Eastwood Ward. Details of the replacement act for Ashley’s Festival appearance on Monday 3 […]
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Now Available! Festival T-shirts and Merch!
2026 T-shirts & hoodies are NOW AVAILABLE to purchase in advance via our Shop, and collect at the festival. If you’re after those tricky sizes in T-shirts and hoodies, make sure to order before 30th June. We’ll only have limited stock at the festival. Order now for:T–shirts:Unisex: XSmall, 3XL – 5XLWomen’s fit: 2XLChildren: S (5/6 […]