I have to plug Chester for folk music or any other kind come to that. Lots of good venues, session and clubs within 15 mins drive of the centre. One on every night of the week if you know where to look . To find out what is happening search on the Folk Orbit site which lists just about everything within 50 miles of Chester.

On the tourist bit Chester is realy nice as well. Lots of Roman stuff to look at. Also close enough to go to Manchester, Liverpool, North Wales or even the Lake District for a day out and get back for a session in the evening.