Many thanks to everyone who has supported us since the cancellation of this year’s festival. That’s ticket holders who have rolled over their tickets to next year, all those who have donated and the hundreds who have joined in the Crowdfunding campaign with pledges. Sincere thanks to all the artists, sponsors, businesses and others who have offered the huge range of Rewards that proved so popular.
If you were one of our many pledgers, many thanks. The extremely hardworking Tash Daly will be in touch with details in the next two or three weeks.
Thanks too, to everyone involved in the Sidmouth Folk Festival Online – artists, presenters, crew and the thousands who watched.
When we looked at what faced us after having to cancel the 2020 Festival, the most urgent priority was to raise sufficient funds to cover our 2020 losses to be able to get through to the 2021 event. Beyond that, we wanted in these uncertain times, to build some security for the future.
Thanks to all those who have invested in the festival’s future in so many ways, we can now look forward to sharing it with you.
The Festival Team
A week-long celebration of music, dance and song in a stunning seaside location in East Devon.
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 – with over 700 diverse events with a wide-ranging ‘something for everyone’ appeal.
An ear to the past and an eye on the future – established stars brush shoulders with emerging talent in major concerts, lively roots parties, small intimate sessions, ceilidhs, folk dancing, storytelling events, fun family entertainment, youth-centred sessions, hands-on workshops and spectacular dance displays.
A local focus on the best in South West crafts and the tastiest of local food and drink.

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What Ticket Options Are There?
We provide a number of options to make the festival accessible to those with varied interests and to those with limited time and finances.
Can I camp at The Sidmouth Folk Festival?
Of course! One of the best ways to enjoy the festival is to use the Official Festival Campsite. Bring your tent, caravan or motor home and set up on the campsite with views across the valley, fresh air and a community spirit for a true festival experience.
Is there access for people with disabilities?
We try to make the Festival as accommodating as possible to all people. Wheelchair access is available at most venues (see below) and our volunteer stewards are always ready to assist with any special requirements.
What is the best way of getting to the festival?
We advise you to use public transport wherever possible. Stagecoach runs a bus service in the area, connecting Sidmouth with Exeter, Honiton and Ottery St Mary.