Ryedale in the heart of the North York Moors is the setting for another fabulous weekend of  Folk Music in the form of the 5th Annual Ryedale Folk Weekend.

This year at the famous New Inn , Cropton nr Pickering  between May 25th - 27th there'll be an array of folk performers from across the UK and abroad.

Headliners on Friday, Saturday and Sunday include Scotlands own TANNAHILL WEAVERS, The rapidly ascending OLD DANCE SCHOOL, Yorkshire's own RICHARD GRAINGER & CHRIS PARKINSON and STEVE TURNER........

They will be joined by  a host of performers including 4Square - Jack Badcock & Ciaran Ryan - Polly Barrett - Cruel Folk - Martin Curtis (NZ) - Steve Dawes & Helen Pitt - Nick Dow - Fools Gold - Bob Fortune - A Giants Cause - Chris Milner - Stormcrow - Peter Taylor - Trevor Reed - Quickthorn - Songcast and Karnos Circus.

Marquee Concerts throughout the weekend, Village Hall Concerts & Workshops and Singarounds each day. 

The festival has become a popular choice among folk music lovers and has earned itself some glowing comments such as 'a real jewel on the moor'   , 'friendly' , 'excellent performers' and even  'inspirational'. 

Ryedale is ideal for those who like to combine the visit to a folk festival with sightseeing and walking. Theres also a sufficiently varied programme of concerts, workshops,craft stalls, singarounds and sessions to keep everyone entertained throughout the weekend. 

Weekend Tickets at a recession beating 35  plus day and event tickets, on-site camping, quality food and refreshments plus the famous Cropton Ale brewed on -site too.  

Tickets available online HERE or phone for details 01287 660060.