The Sidmouth Folk Festival has a wide range of smaller venues offering the opportunity to see many festival guests on concerts stages in a more intimate setting.
the cellar bar
The Cellar Bar is home for intimate concerts including the Cellarful of Folkadelia afternoon sessions, opening the door on a new world of possibilities inspired by tradition, and The EFDSS Presents concerts, showcasing the talents of the established and emerging folk stars of the next generation.
harbour hotel
The Connaught Suite at the Harbour Hotel hosts afternoon and evening concerts and some special one-off events.
methodist church
Purely acoustic song-based concerts, and popular Eye on the Future concerts – a chance to see a new generations take on the traditions.
guide hq
Our new home for Ballad Sessions and Folk Arts Acoustic, the Guide HQ also plays hosts to An Hour with… acoustic shows and workshops.
old dissenting meeting house
Acoustic traditional performances and storytelling take place in this historic 18th Century chapel.
the arts centre
The Arts Centre, adjoining the Manor Pavilion Theatre is home to Acoustic traditional performances and storytelling.