Stately trains, with Stephen Middleton.

If there is one musician who embodies the dynamism and vitality of the current English folk revival, it’s Eliza Carthy MBE. Jennifer Reid performs 19thC Lancashire dialect work songs, Manchester broadside ballads and clog steps.

Experience the magic of Simon & Garfunkel like never before with Tim Chu and Ian Bailey, two exceptional singer-songwriters, composers, who are about to take you on a nostalgic journey.

2 Duos, 2 new albums, 1 evening of outstanding entertainment. Having both been asked to support Fairport Convention on tour in recent years and on the back of that landing further work supporting Robert Plant’s ‘Saving Grace’ and Jools Holland, 10cc, and Ralph McTell, The 4 of Us and Smith & Brewer continue to captivate audiences with their crafted song writing and honed musicianship.

Jake Vaadeland is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from Saskatchewan, Canada. His traditional sound and unique style could be defined as a blend of Bluegrass and 50’s Rockabilly, with Jake also specializing on guitar and banjo in addition to his impressive vocals.

"You think you know me. You don't. So it's time to talk.”

1994: a chance meeting on a train between two men, John, a black British activist and journalist and Marius, a white South African ex-soldier, sets in motion a chain of events that will change their lives forever.

 Sarah is a cellist-singer and environmental artist, creating music and poetry deeply rooted in nature and place. Her music has been played on BBC Radio 2, BBC Look North, and has been used for public campaigns by Greenpeace, COP26 and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust.

Katherine Priddy’s live performances are engaging, moving and amusing by turn, delivering original songs with emotional maturity, depth and particularly noteworthy lyrics. Despite the delicate nuances of her sound, Katherine Priddy is not a fragile wallflower, but a determined young woman making her mark.

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits. Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, this showstopping concert launches across Europe in 2025. 

At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichés that usually follow! There are no flat caps or twee costumes here. Instead you get incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting.

From the voices of ramblers and campaigners to the songs and poetry inspired by past and current struggles, this new play one-hander by Neil Gore is about The Clarion newspaper and the organisations formed by its readership, including the famous rambling club, The Sheffield Clarion Ramblers.

One of the most celebrated and best-loved acts of the Scottish music scene, Blazin’ Fiddles features the mastery of three Highlands and Islands fiddle virtuosos - Jenna Reid (Shetland), Kristan Harvey (Orkney) and Rua Macmillan (Highlands) - grounded by second to none, driving accompaniment of Angus Lyon (piano) and Anna Massie (guitar). 

Steam in 3D with Steve Armitage

A bowl of Jane’s homemade soup and a concert from Sam Lawrence and Becky Taylor

The days of the Supergroup may be long past… but The Guilty Men would surely qualify for that description! The band is made up of five of the finest musicians from the Northwest of England. Between them, they have played over 10,000 gigs on planet Earth, recorded thousands of songs and made countless radio and TV appearances. To say they’re experienced would be an understatement!

Folk music’s legendary triumvirate of musical magpies Mike McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle are on tour again in 2025, bringing you their own blend of top -class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie.

Hadrian’s Union are a contemporary four piece Indie Alt folk - Rock band based in the borderlands between England and Scotland. Hadrian’s Union was founded in 2007 by lead singer and songwriter Stew Simpson.

Martyn Joseph is a completely unique and mind-blowing artist. Take everything you think you know about singer songwriters and rip it up. For one man and a guitar he creates a performance with a huge far-reaching sound that is energetic, compelling, and passionate.

Brooks Williams & Aaron Catlow create joyous and virtuosic music that not only tugs at the heart-strings but also gets you up on your feet. AmericanaUK writes, “how such a complete and sensational sound can come from just two voices and two instruments is awe-inspiring.”

Experience the ultimate Elton John tribute Concert . Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time.

Acclaimed singer/songwriters Zervas & Pepper present 'This Flight Tonight' an intimate five-piece acoustic live tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell.

Railways in the Lake District with Martin Bairstow.

A bowl of Jane’s homemade soup and a concert from the fantastic Park Avenue Jazz Quartet

Sizzling operatic highlights alongside festive favourites and carols for all to sing and play along. Come along and get that festive feeling at the jolliest singalong in town!

It is hard to believe that BR mainline steam finished in 1968. A lot has happened since then. David's presentation tonight covers, approximately, the first quarter-century of post-BR preservation.

The musical partnership between consummate performer Alasdair Fraser, “the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling”, and brilliant Californian cellist Natalie Haas spans the full spectrum between intimate chamber music and ecstatic dance energy.

‘Madeleine has never been the main character in her own story – until the final chapter…’

It’s inexperienced Alex’s first day on the job. But before he can even get to grips with the tea urn and stationary cupboard, he is given his first task – which proves to be absolute murder...

The Icicle Works scored hits in the UK and America with four highly regarded albums released between 1984 - 1988.

For more than 30 years, Gareth has conducted captivating and enlightening demonstrations of mediumship across various venues in the UK and Europe. His live events are deeply moving experiences, combining evidential mediumship with profound messages of healing and hope

Led by the legendary Leeds-based troubadour Gary Stewart (Gary Stewart Band / Hope and Social) and backed his incredible 6-piece band, this spectacular group of musicians come together to recreate Paul Simon’s landmark Graceland album in all its glory.