Terms & Conditions (and other info)

Tickets

This is a small festival and ticket numbers are limited. Booking in advance is recommended.

Festival tickets give entry to the Main programme of events on Saturday 10th May, including a stellar lineup of concerts, ceilidhs and interactive workshops – taking place at All Hallows Church, Whitchurch Parish Hall, the Methodist Church and The Gill Nethercott Centre.

The Saturday line up so far:
Martin Simpson
Leveret
Quimantu

Goblin Band
The Magpies
Tamsin Elliott & Tarek Elazhary
Patakas
Holly Clarke
Seb Stone
Jon Wilks
Out of Hand

and further artists and workshops to be announced…

PLUS Friday night warm up gig with Bonfire Radicals
(tickets for this concert are available separately)

PLUS enjoy a wealth of FREE activities and performances throughout the afternoon and evening including a Children’s programme of workshops and activities, A Jack in The Green Parade, Morris dance displays from Bampton Morris, Boss Morris, Mayfly MorrisWinchester Morris Men, a Fringe live music stage, sessions, singarounds and more. 

Ticket prices

£55 Adult (aged 26+)

£40 18 – 25s (aged 18 to 25 inclusive)

£30 Under 17s (17 and under)

£150 Family Offer. Available to groups of two Adults & two Under 17s. Gives a saving of £20

£140 18-25s Offer. Available to groups of four 18-25s. Gives a saving of £20

£16 Bonfire Radicals concert – the Friday night festival warmup concert

Tickets are available to buy online. There are no additional booking fees.

Entry to the main programme of events

You will receive your e-tickets via email. Please ensure these are downloaded to your phone (our preference), or printed out ready for your arrival, as you will be required to show these. For Festival Ticket holders we will be giving you a wristband on the day, which will help us to get you in and out of venues efficiently.

If you require any further assistance, please let us know ahead of time on info@whitchurchfolk.com.

Please note that entry to concerts and other events is subject to space being available at the venue. Therefore, please arrive in good time to ensure you are able to access your desired events.

Please allow a little time to get seated and settled before the start. Our volunteer stewards will help late arrivals to find seats during applause breaks in the performance. 

Seats are not numbered or pre-allocated. 

Smoking or vaping is not permitted in any Festival venue.

Alcohol is not permitted anywhere on the premises at the Methodist Church and the Baptist Church.

Free festival events

There are lots and lots of free events happening which are inclusive to all and often participatory. However please look out for collection tins; donations towards the cost of running the activities would be greatly appreciated if you are able. 

Throughout the afternoon and evening there will be a free programme of live music, sessions, singarounds, Morris dance displays, free workshops and other music & arts throughout the town and in the pubs and cafes. Where activities have limited capacity, entry will be on a first come first served basis. 

Free Children’s Festival

Come along and enjoy the free programme of activities for families. Included are: family music, singing and craft workshops suitable for a variety of ages. Where activities have a limited capacity, entry will be on a first come first served basis. 

Age restrictions

With regards to the main programme of concerts and events, there are no restrictions on age of those attending, as long as they have a ticket. However please be mindful of the suitability of the events for very young children. Please see information about individual workshops for age suitability. There are of course many free activities for families and children.

On-the-door tickets

For those without a festival ticket, tickets to some of the events may be available on the door. Please note availability is not guaranteed, and priority will be given to Festival Ticket holders. 

Dogs

Dogs are not permitted inside venues with the exception of assistance dogs.

Accessibility

Contact us on info@whitchurchfolk.com if you require information, support or assistance in accessing the festival events. Our volunteer stewards will be happy to help with your access needs on the day.

Festival start and finish timings

​​The programme of concerts, ceilidhs and workshops runs from 9am until after midnight on Saturday 10th May. There is a pre-festival warm up concert on Friday 9th May – tickets are available to purchase separately.

Programme changes

Every effort will be made to carry out the programme as advertised. However, we give no warranty that artists named in the programme or in any publicity will perform at any particular time, or at all, and reserve the right to present alternative performers and re-programme events where unforeseen circumstances prevail. 

​​Personal property

We accept no liability for loss or damage to your personal property or possessions, however caused.

​Refunds

Tickets are not transferable. There are no refunds or exchanges. We advise you to take out appropriate cancellation or holiday insurance that covers the cost of your tickets should you unfortunately need to cancel your attendance at the Festival for any reason.

Contact us

General enquiries info@whitchurchfolk.com

Whitchurch Folk Festival is operated by Whitchurch Folk Limited. Registered Office 34 London Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7LQ. Registered in England and Wales, Company No. 15259358