The Lichfield Festival of Folk 2024
Sunday 15th September to Saturday 5th October
Join us this Autumn for fantastic music and great fun as the Lichfield Festival of Folk gets under way once again in the atmospheric city of Lichfield! Amazing concerts, free community events, dancing and a procession all come together in a heart warming treat. There is so much to offer you from Lichfield Folk on the Farm in the beautiful surroundings of Woodhouse Farm on 15th September to the Guildhall sessions on 5th October with incredible performances by Painted Sky, Granny’s Attic, Danny Bradley and The Magpies!
Lichfield Folk on the Farm – Sun 15th September 2024
Woodhouse Farm and Garden CIC
Sun 15th September 2024Get ready to immerse yourself in a day filled with fantastic music, entertainment, and family-friendly fun, all set against the stunning backdrop of Woodhouse Farm and Garden CIC, nestled in the serene Staffordshire countryside.
You will be treated to a mouthwatering hog roast prepared freshly by the farm, with vegetarian options available, a well-stocked bar, featuring a selection of local ales and other delicious beverages, including hot drinks.
Under 12s go free! (excluding food; food is available to purchase on the day).
Saturday Guildhall Sessions – Sat 5th October 2024
Lichfield Guildhall
Painted Sky have only recently emerged onto the UK folk scene, but they have already made a lasting impression with their progressive acoustic sound. Granny’s Attic are marking their 15th anniversary with exceptional musicianship and boundless energy!
Danny Bradley is a fingerstyle-folk guitarist and songwriter who is less a one man band, and more a one man orchestra. All under 30, The Magpies are one of the most exciting acts on the roots scene, combining first class musicianship with sublime harmonies and increasingly impressive song and tune writing.
Lichfield Festival of Folk FOLK TRAIN – Wednesday 25th September 2024
Calling all music aficionados, vocal virtuosos, and instrumental wizards! Get ready for an electrifying evening of melody and merriment with Lichfield Arts on Wednesday, October 25th, 2024. Embark on a musical journey aboard the Lichfild Festival of Folk 2024 Folk Train as it serenades passengers along the Cross City Line from Lichfield City to Sutton Coldfield.
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or simply a music enthusiast, there’s a place for you in this symphonic spectacle. Join us at the Bittersuite (55 Upper St John St, WS14 9DT) from 6:00pm to partake in the harmonious festivities, or hop aboard the train itself and let the melodies transport you. Sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in the soul-stirring tunes, or seize the moment and become part of the musical tapestry with your own talents.
As we arrive at Sutton Coldfield, the celebration continues at the nearby Three Tuns pub (19 High Street, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1XS), where the music echoes into the night. Join fellow enthusiasts for a jubilant session of tunes and camaraderie before we journey back to Lichfield.
Best of all, the only cost being your train ticket. The adventure begins with the departure from Lichfield City at 7.13pm, where our friendly Lichfield Arts stewards will be on hand to guide you. Can’t make it from the start? No worries! Join us at any of the intermediate stations along the route, and follow the music to the rearmost carriage where the magic happens. Alternatively, meet us at the Bittersuite from 6.00pm or the Three Tuns from approximately 7.40pm to catch up with the musical revelry.
Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable evening on the Folk Train, weaving melodies and memories as we journey through the heart of the Midlands. We’ll be heading back to Lichfield on the 10.58pm train from Sutton, so be sure to save the date for this musical escapade.
The timings for the intermediate stations are:
Shenstone 7.18pm
Blake Street 7.21pm
Butlers Lane 7.23pm
Four Oaks 7.26pm
(Please check all train times nearer the event date in case of timetable changes, etc)
