Sidmouth Folk Festival : A national treasure.

A national treasure

A major cultural institution held every year in the first week of August since 1955 attracting tens of thousands of visitors.

A champion of folk traditions

A champion of folk traditions

With over 700 diverse events with wide-ranging appeal.

The latest and the greatest folk artists

The latest and the greatest

An established platform for recognised stars AND emerging talent.

Sidmouth has it all

Sidmouth has it all

Major concerts, upbeat roots parties, intimate sessions, ceilidhs, storytelling, family entertainment, youth-centred sessions, hands-on workshops and spectacular dance displays.

What our festival goers say about what makes Sidmouth special

  • “Just the best festival in the UK - and a whole week of it!.”
  • “I absolutely love this festival. It always feels like the folk world’s summer holiday where ‘big names’ can often be found enjoying themselves playing along with Joe Public in a session one minute then headlining the main stages the next. There really is something for everybody.”
  • “Food for the soul - plenty to inspire anyone.”
  • “An absolute joy! If you have any interest in music or dance, this is the best place to go in the UK. From excellent performers to joyful participation to delightful silliness, Sidmouth has it all - wrapped up in a beautiful seaside town.”
  • “A super friendly festival, lots of fun and a TON of things to do for all ages. The best folk festival in the world for sure.”
  • “Friendly, amazing atmosphere, wonderful music, so much to do, beautiful town, holiday and festival all in one, highlight of my year, life changing.”
  • “Being at Sidmouth makes you feel like world peace is possible!”
  • “A brilliant week of many festivals in one - dance, workshops, excellent concerts.”
  • “The best folk festival in the country!”
  • “Vibrant, diverse and fizzing with music and fun.”
  • “A feast of folk music, dance and tradition.  Very friendly, with lots of opportunity for participation in workshops.  For all generations.  A beautiful setting.”
  • “Brilliant! Like 20 festivals rolled into one.”

Latest News

Find out about this years festival including who will be performing and how to get your tickets…