Sidmouth FolkWeek is a unique week-long seaside celebration of music, dance and song taking place in the charming East Devon regency coastal resort – a must in every festival goer’s annual diary. There has been a folk festival in Sidmouth in the first week of August every year since 1955, attracting tens of thousands of visitors to over 700 diverse events with a promise of ‘something for everyone’ – from major league concerts to small intimate sessions, from ceilidh dancing to lively roots parties, from family entertainment to youth-centred masterclasses, from social dance to colourful dance displays.

The town’s streets and venues come alive with festive atmosphere as holidaymakers and festival goers join together in a music-based holiday to remember.

Concerts take place at the Ham Marquee and high-energy dance parties at the Bulverton. The rest of the town will be a whirlwind of dance displays, workshops and ceilidhs.

Ticket prices (from): There is a range of ticket options dependant on duration. Refer to Tickets link for full details.

Artists booked to appear include Seth Lakeman, Show Of Hands, Sharon Shannon & Band, Martin Simpson & Dom Flemons, Shooglenifty, Kathryn Tickell & Superfolkus, John Mccusker Band, Le Vent Du Nord, Oysters 3, Blazin’ Fiddles, The Watershed Band Featuring Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin, Blackbeard’s Tea Party, Riccardo Tesi & Banditaliana, Nancy Kerr & James Fagan, Anna & Elizabeth, The Young‘Uns, Bob Fox, Robin Dransfield, Whapweasel & Lady Maisery