The Keevil Folk Night has been an annual event for over ten years – usually (but not always!) – held in the village hall in March, it has become one of the most successful events in the village calendar, and attracts some of the finest folk acts both locally and nationally. All enquiries to Rachel & Tony (07434 758992) or Norman (870417)
14th ANNUAL KEEVIL VILLAGE FOLK NIGHT
Saturday 14th March 2026
We are pleased to announce the line-up for the next folk night…
Regular favourites FOLKLAW, the ever-popular group with their own unique brand of songs, many containing acrobatic fiddling and earthy vocals.
A welcome return of JAN & IAN, an acoustic duo from the Forest of Dean providing guitar, mandolin and vocals – their well-blended voices perform a collection of traditional folk; and COBBLER’S CHILD, a highly talented folk band with all the attributes to provide some of their own brand of folk music.
And special guest appearance of FOLK ON, their sound is honest and pure, with tight rural harmonies and melodies as sweet as village fete jam. Their songs and tales of rural life always bring a smile to the face, a laugh-filled tear to the eye and a desire to join in with a good old-fashioned village sing-along. They are the finest comedy folk band to ever come out of the village of Little Dribblepatch.
Tickets remain at £14.50 and will be available from 1st November 2025 but to avoid disappointment, if you would like to reserve your place now, please let us know. Rachel, Tony and Norman racheltony19@gmail.com
13th ANNUAL FOLK NIGHT 2025
Another sold out evening stuffed full of fabulous folk from some of the finest performers in the south west and beyond! From the smooth melodies of ANTOINE & OWENA, the infectious folk-rock of FOLKLAW, captivating special guest DAISY CHAPMAN, and the dynamic duo of THE LOST TRADES.
Click an image and scroll to enjoy the slide show 🙂
12th ANNUAL FOLK NIGHT 2024
A sold-out and packed evening of pure folkie magic, from the gentle melodies of ANDREW RUMSEY (formerly of The Effras) to exciting new guests DRAGONSFLY, the captivating harmonies of regulars FLY YETI FLY, with special guest Alex on double bass, and of course, the energetic folk-rock of FOLKLAW to round the evening off in foot-stomping style – this year with full line-up including the awesome Helen Harper on flute and piccolo.
As always, gallery of images best seen full size in slide show, just click one and scroll 🙂
FOLK ON THE BOAT – May 2023
Following the success of previous Folk on the Boat trips on the Kennet and Avon canal, the folk night organisers booked an early summer evening trip on the Barbara McLellan, a 65-foot wide-beam trip boat operating from Bradford on Avon Wharf, where we enjoyed a ploughman’s supper and music from special guests Fly Yeti Fly as we meandered gently through the beautiful Wiltshire countryside
11th Annual FOLK NIGHT 2023
Another fabulous evening of folk from super-talented musicians: Keevil favourites Folklaw and The Lost Trades were joined by new-to-Keevil Mitchell & Vincent – what a revelation – and Cobblers Child (well, as a band – the Vogwells are of course almost as well-known here as their dog Ernie) … all in all, another totally exceptionally awesome night of music from some of the most talented musicians on the folk circuit today!
14th December 2022: So sad to hear of the death today of Phil Deverill. Phil helped us very much in the early days of our folk nights, and played many times either solo or with his group Curlew’s Cry. He will be sadly missed.
Folk Night March 2022
Dedicated to the memory of Janet Hopkins, the 2022 folk night was alive to the ever-popular Folklaw, acclaimed singer-songwriter and legendary storyteller Reg Meuross, the talented Andrew Rumsey (formerly of The Effras), and remarkable Antoine & Owena.
With thanks also to singers Rachel Howe, Jan Vaisey, Andrew Rumsey, and Lorna Somerville & Darren Fisher for leading a moving tribute to Janet at the close of the evening.
Folk Night October 2021
Rachel, Tony and Norman would like to thank everyone who supported this event in October 2021, it was one of the best folk nights we’ve had for some time, and great to be back in the village hall once again with such a lovely atmosphere. Photo gallery is finally here! (©Sarah Dow) Thanks a millions to Hilary Pavey, Fly Yeti Fly, Feral Beryl, and The Lost Trades for a terrific evening – not forgetting the star turn from our own Rachel Howe of course!
KEEVIL VILLAGE FOLK NIGHTS – a message from the Organising Team
Following the sad death of Janet Hopkins in June 2021, we would like to reflect on the contribution Janet made to the Keevil village folk nights.
Janet was a founder member of the team that organised the annual folk nights in the village since 2013. It was her enthusiasm that prompted the idea to set up such events. Together with Rachel, Tony and Norman (Janet’s husband) they regularly visited various folk clubs and festivals in the area to seek out suitable acts to perform at the village folk nights. Their efforts resulted in having some of the finest folk talent from local, national and international levels appearing at Keevil. Many of these artists, who have become firm friends and regular favourites, have sent tributes –
“Janet was popular. I am so sorry to learn of her death. Your lovely village has suffered much loss recently.” Hilary Pavey
“We always felt a great sense of friendship and support from Janet and Norman of course as we do all of the “Gang” and so this is very sad news. We’ll remember Janet with much affection.” Bryn Williams – Folklaw
“We are so sorry to hear that Janet has passed. Janet was a bright and beautiful light in Keevil and we’re sure that you will all miss her terribly. With much Yeti love to you all.” Lorna, Darren and Tinks – Fly Yeti Fly
“Janet was a lovely lady. She was always so vibrant and chatty with us. Sincere condolences to Norman “ Jan and Ian
The village folk evenings will not be the same without Janet but her memory will live on and her spirit will always be with us on future occasions.
Folk Night March 2019
Janet, Norman, Rachel & Tony would like to thank all those who supported the folk night – another sell-out evening and overwhelming success – from opening newcomers Fly Yeti Fly (we want to see more of you two!), welcome returns for Phil Deverall and Feral Beryl, and the legendary Folklaw lads setting the stage alight as they closed the show.
All proceeds fund future folk events. A few photographs from the night by Sarah Dow…. click on an image to see it full size/in a gallery.
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