Having read many of the above, it's good to see that Folk Music is alive and well in mother England. I currently go the The Eight Jolly Brewers in Gainsborough, where we generally have a sing-around, which you may join, if desiring to, or just watch in amazement as some class acts perform free of charge. Occasional guest performers (for which there is a small charge)have been amusing and highly entertaining. Our love of Folk music has found our watchers/singers/players.... attending/performing at Market Rasen Folk Club,which has recently had new beginnings and promises to be a good local fixture It is on the alternative Friday to Gainsborough so is convenient for us to attend. If you are living anywhere near or holidaying in Lincolnshire...drop in...you will be made welcome.
Best wishes and good playing/listening to you all. Georgiansilver