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Tickets can always be reserved in
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contacting Derry and Debby,
tel: 01384 560462 mob: 07761 115469 If you are interested in joining the club, which will give you a reduction on the admission price each week, please see the Membership Information |
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| 27/03/2026 | Singers Night | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
| Tonight will be yet another of our legendary Singers Nights. You definitely need to get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited Alternatively, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. And don't forget the revised timing, starts at 8.00pm sharp! | ||
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| 17/04/2026 | Cathryn Craig and Brian Willoughby | Members £9 / Non-members £11 |
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Tonight, we will once again be enjoying the return of old Woodman
friends Cathryn Craig & Brian Willoughby. Last with us back in April
2024, they always have a delightfully laid back, easy style. Enchanting
vocals and dazzling guitar riffs are guaranteed and always a joy to
hear, and tonight will I’m sure will be no exception. With Brian
originally hailing from Northern Ireland and Cathryn from the US of A,
we can expect an evening of eclectic, largely self-penned music inspired
by life on both sides of the pond. They are undoubtedly one of the folk
genre’s best loved duos and we take pleasure in welcoming them back to
the Woodman. (Video Link) |
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| 24/04/2026 | Richard Digance *EXCLUSIVE* | Members £10 / Non-members £12 |
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What a fantastic coup! The magnificent Richard Digance makes his
first-ever appearance at The Woodman Folk Club and it is exclusive!.
Richard Digance is a BAFTA Nominated entertainer and Gold Award
Recipient from The British Academy of Composers & Songwriters. His TV
career spanned 17 years, along with his own BBC Radio 2 series for 7
years. He performs in concert and composes film and TV soundtracks. On
his own ITV TV show in the 1980s and 90s he played a guitar duet with
Queen's Brian May as well as joining Status Quo and The Moody Blues for
cameo appearances. Richard has also supported Steve Martin in The USA
and both the late comedy genius Robin Williams and Roy Orbison at The
London Palladium. He has also appeared on Channel 4s Countdown 194
times. Tonight you will be treated to some priceless gems from his
extensive Folk repertoire. Come along and witness the best in the
business, up-close and personal! Heads Up! The Woodman Folk Club is the
only folk club that Richard is playing this year. So don't miss him!! (Video) |
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| 01/05/26 | Singers Night | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
| Tonight will be yet another of our legendary Singers Nights. You definitely need to get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited Alternatively, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. And don't forget the revised timing, starts at 8.00pm sharp! | ||
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| 08/05/2026 | Liz Simcock | Members £8 / Non-members £10 |
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We are once again delighted to bring you
the brilliant songstress, Liz Simcock, for what will be her seventh
appearance with us believe it or not! She made her Woodman debut way
back in 2014, went down a storm has consequently become a firm favourite
at the club. Liz is a singer/songwriter who performs in folk and
acoustic clubs mainly in and around the South East. In 1999 she featured
on the Playpen Album of New Acoustic Music alongside Eliza Carthy, Billy
Bragg, Eddi Reader and Kathryn Williams. Since then, she has trodden an
independent path, busy recording five albums and gaining a glowing
reputation. An absolutely superb night is guaranteed. (Video Link) |
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| 15/05/2026 | David Starr & Eric Stucky | Members £8/ Non-members £10 |
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We are REALLY looking forward to this one!! David Starr is an American
guitarist/singer-songwriter and Eric Stucky is a tasty mandolin player
and also a great singer/songwriter too. This uber-talented duo last
graced The Woodman Stage back in 2024, and stormed it! David really has
got the perfect surname (despite the extra 'r'). He was of course due to
be with us back in May 2020….but we all know what was going on back
then! It has most definitely been worth the wait. David & Eric have
toured internationally, David opening shows for esteemed artists such as
John Oates (Hall & Oates), The Steel Wheels, Survivor, and more. Starr's
prestige extends beyond the stage as well, having launched Starr's
Guitars in Little Rock in 1998, then relocating to Cedaredge in 2001.
Today, the store is such an institution that Cedaredge proclaimed the
musician's birthday as David Starr Day in 2016! This will be a night of
contemporary Americana at its best. (Video Link) |
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| 22/05/2026 | Dan Walsh | Members £8 / Non-members £10 |
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This evening we are delighted to be welcoming back a banjo virtuoso in
the inimitable form of Mr. Dan Walsh. Dan is a cracking singer and all
round nice guy, what more can I say! Well, this’ll be Dan’s seventh
visit to the club, sixth as a solo artist and of course with his
fantastic trio on an earler visit. He last appeared at the club with a
blistering performance back in 2024. Undoubtedly one of the best banjo
players in the UK, (and no slouch on the guitar either!), Dan plays a
very varied mix of styles taking in folk, funk, bluegrass, jazz, rock
and even a few Indian Raga’s thrown in for good measure. He really does
make it sing in whatever way he likes! Welcome back again Dan! (Video Link) |
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| 29/05/2026 | Singers Night | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
| Tonight will be yet another of our legendary Singers Nights. You definitely need to get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited Alternatively, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. And don't forget the revised timing, starts at 8.00pm sharp! | ||
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| 05/06/2026 | Joe Topping | Members £9 / Non-members £11 |
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Well, it’s been a long time coming but
it’s great to announce the return of the excellent Joe Topping. It was
in 2023, believe it or not, that Joe was last at the club so his return
is long overdue. He is a singer-songwriter who has been described as a
cross between Ry Cooder, Woody Guthrie, and Paul Brady. He has developed
his own unique bottleneck guitar style which he employs in many of his
original songs and has a voice that can move from velvet soft to steely
and powerful. Joe has played on stage and in the studio with many
legends of the British folk scene including members of Fairport
Convention, While and Matthews, Andy Irvine and many more as well as in
the bands Elbow Jane and The Rainbow Chasers (with Ashley Hutchings). Of
course, Joe rocketed to stardom upon reaching the semi-final stage of
the hit TV show "The Voice", where viewing figures went through the
roof! (Video Link) |
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| 12/06/2026 | Winter Wilson | Members £8 / Non-members £10 |
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It's always with great pleasure that we welcome back old friends and
firm favourites, Winter Wilson. Being regular club visitors over recent
years Kip and Dave will be making their sixth Woodman appearance tonight
having last delighted us back in June '24. You can reliably expect
masterful renditions of beautiful songs, beautifully sung, stunning
harmonies, thought-provoking and often challenging lyrics, all held
together with an infectious, off-the-wall humour all of their own. They
had a triumphant night with us last time they were here as they always
do, and we are delighted to welcome them back again (Video Link) |
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| 19/06/2026 | Flossie Malavialle | Members £8 / Non-members £10 |
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It was way-back in 2019 that the Marvellous Flossie Malavialle last
played the Woodman. Needless to say, we all remember that global health
disaster that rudely interrupted us all for the next few years, but now
Flossie is back! It would be easy to say that Flossie sings, plays and
tells us funny stories but that cannot possibly capture the hilarious
atmosphere in which a Flossie gig is conducted at the Woodman FC. Last
time the room was rammed to the rafters – getting to the bar was a
challenge. The interaction between the audience and Flossie was
unbelievable. Flossie said from the outset that she never knew what to
expect when she plays the club and she was right. She will not be
surprised to hear that because she is “such a sport” she was "set up"
before the evening to actually mention when she thought it would be
right for the audience to play percussion. What she did not know was
that when she did, the audience had been primed to bring out various
instruments – mainly tambourines which flashed on and off, augmented by
a glitter ball in on the side of the stage. She of course, collapsed
with laughter. But make no mistake. Despite the hilarity, the quality of
Flossie's performance was outstanding. You will never hear a better
voice anywhere, ever! (Vide Link) |
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| 26/06/2026 | Singers Night | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
| Tonight will be yet another of our legendary Singers Nights. You definitely need to get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited Alternatively, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. And don't forget the revised timing, starts at 8.00pm sharp! | ||
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| 10/07/2026 | Jim Reynolds & Hilary Pavey | Members £7 / Non-members £9 |
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Get ready for an unforgettable evening of live music as Jim Reynolds and
Hilary Pavey take to the stage at the Woodman! Jim Reynolds – A virtuoso guitarist and captivating singer, Jim blends blues, ragtime, rhythm & blues, folk, and music hall traditions into a soulful, eclectic mix. His performances are an emotional journey, from deeply sensitive ballads to playful, tongue-in-cheek tunes. With experience playing across the UK and abroad, his rich, cohesive sound will leave you spellbound. Hilary Pavey – A beloved figure on the acoustic scene, Hilary’s beautifully crafted songs and unique guitar style bring warmth, wit, and charm to every performance. Her quirky numbers and heartfelt lyrics will have you laughing, thinking, and most importantly, feeling. Together, they are an unstoppable musical force, weaving magic with every note. Don't miss the chance to see this dynamic duo live in action! A night full of warmth, humour, and incredible music awaits. Mark your calendars – You won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind performance at the Woodman! (Video Link) |
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| 17/07/2026 | Jez Lowe | Members £9 / Non-members £11 |
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This evening we are delighted to once again be welcoming back an old
friend and Woodman regular, none other than Jez Lowe. His visits to the
club are fairly frequent and in fact he's already reached double figures
from the start of theis century! Jez was last with us exactly a year
ago, and put on a wonderful show as he always does. A prolific
songwriter, gifted musician on several things with strings and a
sartorial star of the stripy jumper/T-shirt, so sit back and enjoy
another visit from one of finest performers from the North East and
indeed one of the most well respected on the UK folk scene. (Video Link) |
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| 18/09/26 | Singers Night & Opening Membership | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
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Renewal of Membership is £8.00 and you will now save £2.00 off the
entrance fee each time you visit the club – so three visits then its all
savings. Makes sense! Get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited However, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. Please note that if you have pre-booked a spot you need to be at the club before 8:00 pm to confirm, or the slot may be re-allocated. |
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| 25/09/2026 | The Rosellys | Members £10 / Non-members £12 |
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Once again, for their third appearance at the club, we are extremely
delighted to welcome back The Rosellys - (Rose-Leys as opposed to
Rose-Ell-Ees for those of you that strive for pedantic perfection)! They
are an English country music band from Herefordshire who understand how
to interpret traditional country music with an exciting clear sound.
They produce well-crafted ballads as well as upbeat songs with a
slightly rocky feel, and also classic country songs, all sung
harmonically through the mic. It’s here that you sense the love for the
music. The vocals are sensitively accompanied by instrumentation that
isn’t too loud and compliment the voice of the main singer, Dr Rebecca
Rosellys. Sometimes they gig as a duet, just Rebecca and husband Simon,
but tonight we have them in all their glory as a full band. It'll be a
good’un, but don't take my word for it, come down! (Video Link) |
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| 02/10/2026 | Mike Silver | Members £9 / Non-members £11 |
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"The Woodman folk club is proud to present
Mike Silver. Mike is an unbelievably talented singer/songwriter and
guitarist, whose immense talent has taken him all over the world
entertaining not just Folk, but mainstream audiences too. Mike has also
enjoyed much notoriety through frequent air-play on BBC Radio2 and more
and also through highly successful musical collaborations too. This will in fact be Mike’s fourteenth visit to the club since the start of this century. After many years of hard work Mike became an ‘overnight’ success when the late Terry Wogan on Radio 2 played his song “A Matter of Pride” extensively. Mike is probably one of the most popular performers on the folk scene and his visits to The Woodman invariably become one of the highlights of the year. Naturally he'll have some excellent CD's on sale so you might want to check out the merchandise table. (Video Link) |
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| 9/10/26 | Singers Night | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
| Tonight will be yet another of our legendary Singers Nights. You definitely need to get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited Alternatively, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. And don't forget the revised timing, starts at 8.00pm sharp! | ||
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| 16/10/26 | Anthony John Clarke | Members £9 / Non-members £11 |
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We are privileged to have the master singer song-writer, troubadour and
comic mega-star, Mr Anthony John Clarke and his two cohorts’, Julia
Porter on Keyboards & Derry Jones on Bass. AJ is not only a superb musician, he’s also an amazing entertainer. His outstanding self-penned material takes us on wonderous journey’s through comforting nostalgia, quiet contemplation, reflective sorrow, rising to sublime hilarity and there’s even a smidgen of good old folk-rock to bop along with too. Julia enriches everything that AJ does using her consummate keyboard skills, velvet-smooth harmonies, and quick-fire wickedly funny interjections. A larger-than-life personality who is a real tour-de-force in her own right! Derry will be on his trusty bass guitar, rolling with the punch lines and widening the depth of the overall soundscape, (in more ways than one), waiting in the background for opportunities to have a little sip of something nice and maybe, slip in a one-liner or two! (Video Link) |
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| 23/10/26 | The Lost Notes | Members £10 / Non-members £12 |
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Hold on to your seats! Tonight we have the irrepressible, uber-talented
Lost Notes! Fresh from their exhaustive and highly successful tour of the folk clubs, village halls, town halls, and folk festivals of Olde England and even gigs as far away as Espania, the Lost Notes are without doubt, one of the most exciting bands to have exploded on to the UK and now European, folk scene in years. What can we expect? Superb three-part harmony vocals, beautifully scripted original songs, impressive professional musicianship, explosive stage presence and bags and bags of on-stage energy that radiates from them to you and anyone else who is lucky enough to be standing within 100 meters! (Video Link) |
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| 30/10/26 | Paul Downes & Mick Ryan | Members £8 / Non-members £10 |
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Mick Ryan and Paul Downes are a highly regarded duo on the British folk
and acoustic music scene. They are known for their blend of traditional
material, Mick Ryan’s original songwriting, and Paul Downes’ intricate
instrumental work. Mick Ryan is a superb English folk singer described by Folk Roots as ""the most underrated singer in the country"". He is also a playwright who has written several acclaimed ""folk operas"" or musicals, including The Navvy's Wife, The Pauper's Path, and A Day's Work. Paul Downes is an outstanding multi-instrumentalist (guitar, banjo, mandolin), and singer widely considered one of the most respected acoustic guitarists in Britain. His extensive career includes working with Phil Beer, The Arizona Smoke Revue, Pete Seeger, and the roots band The Joyce Gang. The pair has performed together for over a decade, producing multiple duo albums such as When Every Song Was New (2012) and The Passing Hour. Their live performances are noted for excellent vocal harmonies where Paul provides sensitive harmonies that complement Mick's deep, rich voice. This is a rare treat, so treat yourselves to a massively entertaining evening. (Video Link) |
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| 06/11/26 | Singers Night | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
| Tonight will be yet another of our legendary Singers Nights. You definitely need to get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited Alternatively, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. And don't forget the revised timing, starts at 8.00pm sharp! | ||
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| 13/11/26 | Gary Edward Jones | Members £8 / Non-members £10 |
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Tonight, we will be welcoming back one of our excellent finds from the
recent past, Mr. Gary Edward Jones. As regular visitors to the club will
know, Gary is a singer-songwriter from Liverpool, with a voice so
reminiscent of Paul Simon that he regularly takes out a tour entitled
“Something About Simon” in homage to his muse. His debut CD, ‘The
Cabinet Maker’ was released some while ago to great acclaim. Many of you
will remember from his previous visits that Gary has penned some
beautiful songs so the night will be filled with his own stuff plus,
maybe the occasional cover. I can promise you it’ll be worth waiting for in either case. (Video Link) |
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| 20/11/26 | Hunter Musket | Members £10 / Non-members £12 |
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Their second time at the Woodman, Hunter Musket formed in 1968 and still
going strong, these days Hunter Muskett are: Terry Hiscock - acoustic
and electric guitars, slide guitar, piano, vocals: Doug Morter -
acoustic and electric guitars, vocals: Rog Trevitt - bass guitar,
mandolin, vocals. Terry Hiscock and Doug Morter formed Hunter Muskett in
1968 whilst still at college. Within a year they were signed by Decca
and booked into the studios alongside bassist Danny Thompson. The album
‘Every Time You Move’ (on vinyl only) was released in October 1970. In
late 1970 bass-player Rog Trevitt completed the line-up. The new line-up
finally went on the road full-time and toured continuously in the UK and
on the continent for the next three years. In 2010, the Musketeers
decided to meet up again for the first time in 30-odd years and a
‘one-off’ performance was arranged at The Aspinall Arms near Clitheroe.
This led to new dates, new songs, and another album, 'That Was Then,
This Is Now' (2013). The new CD was helped along by the likes of Paul
Burgess, Jerry Donahue, and Ray Jackson. Ten of the eleven songs were
band originals and no doubt CD's will be available tonight. Hunter
Musket are pure class from the golden age of music, bring yourself right
up-to-date by coming to see them tonight! (Video Link) |
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| 04/12/26 | Singers Night | Members £2 / Non-members £3 |
| Tonight will be yet another of our legendary Singers Nights. You definitely need to get there early to book your spot as Singers' Nights are very popular and slots are limited Alternatively, to be sure, it would be best to book a spot in advance by contacting Debby & Derry - contact details are on the home page. And don't forget the revised timing, starts at 8.00pm sharp! | ||
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| 11/12/26 | TBC | Members £ / Non-members £ |
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| 18/12/26 | TBC | Members £ / Non-members £ |
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