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Small family run music festival, taking place across the August Bank Holiday Weekend in Cottingham, East Yorkshire, returning for its eleventh outing.
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A wonderful, packed out Civic Hall for @cottfolkfest š thank you! š
Next up: a very special one indeed, back in my hometown @thetanneryderby for a co-headline with @dodgyband legend @nigel_songs on SAT 7 NOV š tickets limited and flying, so donāt dilly dally x
#Folk #Indie #SingerSongwriter #Gig #OnTour
31 Aug 2026
[TONIGHT]
Gilmore & Roberts + Jack Robertson
Sunday August 30th 2026 // The Back Room, Cottingham ā 7.30pm
Contemporary folk/acoustic duo Gilmore & Roberts combine award-winning songwriting with astounding musicianship and their trademark harmonies to create a powerful wall of sound.
Nominated three times at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Katriona Gilmore (fiddle, mandolin) and Jamie Roberts (guitar) will celebrate two decades of music in 2026 with an album of newly recorded career highlights in āpure duo formatā, confirming their place on the UK folk roots scene as purveyors of āmusic to make you dance, cry and thinkā¦a masterclass in songwritingā (Folk Radio UK) since 2006.
Book here >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gilmore-roberts-tickets-1984163927720
30 Aug 2026
[TOMORROW]
The Wellermen + Hase Waits
Sunday August 30th 2026 // The Civic Hall, Cottingham ā 1.30pm
Music is storytelling, and some of the best stories have been told through centuries-old traditional folk songs. On their new album Northern Sky, The Wellermen have given this rich traditional musical history a new sound, hoping to continue to captivate millions of fans around the world.
The Wellermenās history is well-known: having been the originators of the sea shanty trend on Tiktok. Their versions of āMisty Mountainsā and Ed Sheeranās āNancy Mulliganā, along with their spine-tingling rendition of āHoist The Coloursā have racked up billions of views.
Book here >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-wellermen-tickets-1990728638948
29 Aug 2026
[TONIGHT]
Ashley Campbell + Gary Quinn + Tom Bright
Saturday August 29th 2026 // The Civic Hall, Cottingham ā 7pm
Ashley Campbell, daughter of country legend Glen Campbell began her career playing banjo and keyboard in her fatherās band on several world tours and has found success as a solo artist in the country/Americana music scene; most notably with her debut single āRememberingā which she wrote for her father and is featured on the Grammy award winning and Oscar nominated album for the documentary Glen Campbell: Iāll Be Me.
With two internationally acclaimed solo albums already under her belt, her third offering, Goodnight Nashville, was released last summer.
Book here >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ashley-campbell-gary-quinn-tickets-1984163665937
29 Aug 2026
[TOMORROW]
Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman + George Boomsma
Saturday August 29th 2026 // The Back Room, Cottingham ā 1.30pm
Two of the British folk scenes most accomplished performers, Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman have graced stages the world over in a number of guises, however, the intimacy and strength of passion shown as a duo, combined with an eclectic repertoire ensures a rare treat for any listener.
From their roots in 90ās folk supergroup āEquationā through to becoming a revered duo in the folk music scene this multi award-winning folk music couple continue to exude timeless class with their exquisite brand of traditional and contemporary acoustic music.
Book here >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kathryn-roberts-and-sean-lakeman-tickets-1984162573670
28 Aug 2026
[TONIGHT]
Elles Bailey + True Strays + Steady Habits
Friday August 28th 2026 // The Civic Hall, Cottingham ā 7pm
Elles Bailey is an award-winning singer-songwriter whose smoky voice and roots-influenced songwriting have made her a leading figure on the UK blues and Americana scene. A multiple UK Blues Award winner and inductee of the UK Blues Hall of Fame, she reached a new milestone with her 2024 album Beneath The Neon Glow, charting at No. 12 on the UK Official Album Chart.
After spending summer 2025 touring the UK with Brit Award winner Rag'n'Bone Man, Elles released her fifth studio album, Can't Take My Story Away, in January 2026, reaching No. 1 on the Official Jazz & Blues Album Chart.
Book here >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/elles-bailey-tickets-1984161805372
28 Aug 2026
[TONIGHT]
Romeo Stodart & Ren Harvieu + Evie Barrand
Thursday August 27th 2026 // The Back Room, Cottingham ā 7.30pm
Romeo Stodart is best known for fronting the much loved London based rock n roll harmony group The Magic Numbers, whilst Salford-born singer-songwriter Ren Harvieu first arrived in 2012 with Through The Night, her Top 5 debut album. Now, performing together, the RnR Show promises to be as riveting as it is ramshackle, as romantic as it is rambunctious.
Expect a rich tapestry of new material woven with reimagined favourites from their own catalogues, a chance to experience two kindred spirits share their craft and chemistry with honesty, humour, and heart.
FINAL TICKETS >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/romeo-stodart-ren-harvieu-tickets-1990728064229
27 Aug 2026
Very excited to be performing @cottfolkfest this weekend š with a slight show change, now supporting the awesome @ashcambanjo on SATURDAY at The Civic Hall (stage time: 7.30pm) š¤©
Just a few tickets left š« https://cottinghamfolkfestival.co.uk/line-up/programme
#Folk #Festival #Yorkshire #Gig #Indie
25 Aug 2026
For those of you wanting to catch Ben Brown next weekend, he will now play main support to Will Varley over at The Back Room, alongside the previously announced Jack Kendrick.
FINAL TICKETS >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/will-varley-tickets-1989009820917
23 Aug 2026
[NEXT SATURDAY]
Will Varley + Jack Kendrick
Saturday August 29th 2026 // The Back Room, Cottingham ā 7.30pm
Acclaimed Kent singer-songwriter Will Varley is widely regarded as one of the finest songwriters of his generation. A relentless touring artist, Varley has played everywhere from South London open mics to The Albert Hall, selling out shows across Europe and America, and opening for Frank Turner, Valerie June and The Proclaimers.
His latest album Machines Will Never Learn to Make Mistakes Like Me was released in 2025 to rave reviews, reaching No. 4 in the UK Americana charts and featuring guest vocals from Billy Bragg and Dan Smith from Bastille.
FINAL TICKETS >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/will-varley-tickets-1989009820917
22 Aug 2026
Artist spotlight - Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman
Duos come and duos go, and some nurture and fine tune their art and watch it grow into something totally original and captivating. For three decades Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakemanās partnership has proved personal, permanent and pivotal.
From their roots in 90ās folk supergroup āEquationā through to becoming a revered duo in the folk music scene this multi award-winning folk music couple continue to exude timeless class with their exquisite brand of traditional and contemporary acoustic music.
2025 sees them celebrate 30 years of their musical partnership with the release of their first live concert album. Titled āAnother Day At The Circusā it perfectly encapsulates the intimate poignancy of an evening with a couple at the top of their game.
22 Aug 2026
[NEXT FRIDAY]
John Otway
Friday August 28th 2026 // The Back Room, Cottingham ā 7.30pm
John Otway is an English singer-songwriter who has built a sizeable cult audience through extensive touring, a surreal sense of humour and a self-deprecating underdog persona.
John first achieved notoriety with his eye-watering performance on Old Grey Whistle Test and subsequent hit single Really Free in 1977. Despite numerous attempts to get back into the charts, Otway would have to wait 25 years for his next taste of success, reaching number 9 with his 2002 single Bunsen Burner. For John 'Two Hits' Otway, 'the future's bright; the future's Otway!
FINAL TICKETS >>>
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/john-otway-tickets-1984162338968
21 Aug 2026
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