FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival

Subject: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 03:16 PM

Headline band just announced

SPIERS and BODEN.

Many more guests to be announced including our own
Dame Patti Smith EPNS & Splottman (Patti and Ned Clamp)
Also of course the very best of the Islands vibrant folk scene.

Early bird season ticket avilable until the end of January at last years price of £35 including camping and Steam trainrides. Discount Ferry fares have also been negotiated with Red Funnel.

More details FolkStation

Andy

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: My guru always said
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 04:05 PM

This sounds Fantastic!! We're hoping to get along to join the fun!!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 04:41 PM

Good girl, Mudgather?

Come on the rest of you a short sea voyage is just what you need.

I'll be asking for stewards once I've planned an application form.

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Splott Man
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 03:46 AM

A sea voyage, steam trains, folk music, real ale, I'm moist with anticipation!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: SunrayFC
Date: 29 Nov 09 - 04:38 PM

Would love to help and be involved. I could add it to my Swanage, Bunkfest and Wimborne.





http://www.sunrayfolkclub.co.uk/

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Valmai Goodyear
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 05:36 AM

I think Spare Parts
are going to be running some concertina part-playing sessions - details to be fixed.

Valmai

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Fidjit
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 07:05 AM

Ooooh! Sounds like, "Bright Phoebes" awakes from Miskin !
I considering coming over this year in July too.
Same time as Priddy festival though.

I've heard something about the Widget Women over there.

Last time I was on the Widget Isle. It was to race my bike around the Island. Ended up falling off and finished 25th. Which out of 120 wasn't too bad.

Chas

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Fidjit
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 07:40 AM

Now I know Andy's got one of these
so he might like this.

Enjoy.

CHas

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 04:14 PM

Lots of good stuf being organised as I speak.

Vicky Swan & Jonny Dyer
Andrew MacKay and Carole Etherton
and Valma's Spare Parts of course!

Keep and eye on
FolkStation
for updates

Stewards application forms will be available shorty.

Andy

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Mrs Scarecrow
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 01:32 PM

I've just realised it will be Dave and my wedding anniversary on the saturday, what a great way to celebrate

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Dame Pattie Smith EPNS
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 08:06 PM

Splotty and myself are really looking forward to this one. It looks like it's going to be a reunion of all our friends again. (And I love steam trains I must confess)

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: GUEST
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 04:03 AM

I'll bring my spoons.

Chas

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: SunrayFC
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:35 PM

Didn't find anything but we did see BOO HEWERDINE. Superb.

Not sure who the guy was supporting him.

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Cats
Date: 05 Dec 09 - 11:04 AM

I'm coming

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Eye Lander
Date: 31 Dec 09 - 07:02 AM

re.........................

fresh

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Valmai Goodyear
Date: 31 Dec 09 - 10:15 AM

'Stewards application forms will be available shorty.'

Oi! Who are you calling Shorty?

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 10 Jan 10 - 05:32 AM

Happy New Festival Year to you all.

I hope you are planning FolkStation 2010 into this year's schedule, a small new festival based on the Isle of Wight's award-winning Steam Railway. July 9th - 11th is the date.

Early bird tickets are available until the end of January.

Early Bird Ticket

If you fancy helping during the weekend why not apply to be a steward. Download this form and return soon!!

Steward Application Form

In return for a few hours work each day you will receive a weekend ticket and a discount on the Ferry travel.
As a small festival we won't need many so apply now!!

A full guest list is still being finalised but includes several Mudcatters. (In no particular order)

Vicky Swan and Jonny Dyer
Patti Smith and Ned Clamp
Hilary Ward
Andrew McKay and Carol Etherton
Valmai Goodyear and Spare Parts Concertina Band
Kathy Wallis
Cappella (Tony and Lesley)
Wydwytch (Ken Stephens and Fiona Murfitt)

And of course headline bands including:
Spiers and Boden
Deborah Hodgson
Lucid
Smoke and Mirrors

Our own Island Dance sides will be joined by several top sides from the mainland for a full weekend of Morris displays.

More details and links

FolkStation 2010

Andy and Jillie

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: My guru always said
Date: 10 Jan 10 - 05:40 AM

Just tried to check the website, but it's too complicated for my borrowed lap-top & dongle & won't load *sigh* What a wonderful line-up!!!! Had a flying visit to the station before Christmas & it's perfect, this is growing into a wonderful festival. Do come if you can!!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 10 Jan 10 - 05:42 AM

Tingle moments are us!!!!!!!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Mrs Scarecrow
Date: 10 Jan 10 - 01:24 PM

Really looking forward to it

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Cats
Date: 10 Jan 10 - 05:01 PM

I have looked out a couple of 'haunting' railway stories especially.... and I just have to sing The Runaway Train. Guru, I expect stunning harmonies

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 10 Jan 10 - 08:25 PM

Sinagrounds?

Caravans?

More details of the camping?

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 10 Jan 10 - 09:01 PM

Cor, flippin 'eck ain't the ferries expensive?

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: nager
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 01:38 AM

You could always swim across...

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 04:22 AM

Singarounds ............YES
Camping /caravans.......YES Large, flat, on site field.
Expensive ferries.......YES But special rates available for ticket holders.
Swim across?...........YES We'll collect you from the beach!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 04:46 AM

Just checked with Google maps.
The shortest route to swim is from Lepe beach to Gurnard. About 3 Kilometres( whatever they are!)
Wrap your dry clothes,tent, sleeping bag, guitar, in a bin bag and dive in. The waters lovely!
Oh and don't forget your mobile phone to let us know when you arrive.

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 04:47 AM

Just realised Nager would be swimming from OZ, hope he's left already!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: GUEST,tinasqueezer
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 09:54 AM

Ferries - we have secured a really good deal with Red Funnel ferries (Southampton) for travel to the festival. Works out about £15 per person if you fill your car (or camper). Details of a deal with WightLink (Portsmouth and Lyimington) should be sorted out soon. Don't buy from the ferry companies - go to www.folkstation.co.uk and get your inclusive ticket directly from us - much cheaper!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Eye Lander
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 12:48 PM

bet that's Mike above in disguise!!!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 01:41 PM

Who's Tina I want to know?

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Cats
Date: 11 Jan 10 - 05:15 PM

I can bring your things across in my camper while you swim, saves them getting wet.

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Mrs Scarecrow
Date: 12 Jan 10 - 02:03 PM

My camper only take two although I suppose we could see how many we could squeeze in the wouldn't have to travel any further thatn getting on to the boat!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: nager
Date: 12 Jan 10 - 11:50 PM

Hi Miskin Man.. sorry for not replying sooner but set off on the swim straight after my last posting. Just arrived in Tasmania and realised I am going the wrong way. Will set off via New Zealand next!
Is the water warm over there in the UK???

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: GUEST,999
Date: 13 Jan 10 - 12:33 AM

Watch for fish with triangular fins.

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: My guru always said
Date: 13 Jan 10 - 07:42 AM

Do we have any indication of the discounted ferry fare for car & caravan yet??? Should I book that early??

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 13 Jan 10 - 04:07 PM

We are still finalising complicated things like caravans but it will always be better to book via folkstation. Contact via the FolkStation website.
The sooner you can let us know when you would like to travel the better chance we have of getting a suitable sailing.
I Would recommend Thursday evening ferries as they are generally less crowded and you then get a full day Friday.
Our discount offer covers Thursday to Monday.
Don't forget the Early bird ticket is only available until the end of January.
Very productive meeting last night, really getting exciting now.

Andy

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 27 Jan 10 - 11:12 AM

Final Warning!!!
Early bird tickets are only available until the end of January.

Early Bird Ticket here!!

If you fancy helping during the weekend why not apply to be a steward. Download this form and return soon!!

Stewards application form here

In return for a few hours work each day you will receive a weekend ticket and a discount on the Ferry travel.

More details and links

FolkStation 2010

Andy and Jillie

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Mrs Scarecrow
Date: 27 Jan 10 - 04:53 PM

Sent off for our tickets on saturday cant wait!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 27 Jan 10 - 07:39 PM

Oh wow, welcome aboard,. Toot Toot!!!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Steve Parkes
Date: 28 Jan 10 - 04:41 PM

Will I be in it this year? I was in the scratch ceilidh band for the first one & even had to buy my own drinks! Maybe my luck will change ...

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 29 Jan 10 - 04:33 AM

Ah things have improved since then Steve...now we all buy our own drinks!!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: My guru always said
Date: 29 Jan 10 - 04:50 AM

If that's the case I'll start saving my pennies now!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 30 Jan 10 - 06:32 AM

Yes we take the new money over here now!
By the way this is the last chance to order tickets at the Early Bird price, the offer closes tomorrow. Go back up the thread to read the inducement chat!!

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: tinasqueezer
Date: 10 Feb 10 - 07:40 PM

OK, the early bird has flown away with all his tickets (probabably to somewhere warmer at this time of year). The good news is that a slight hiccup with the ferry arrangements has been sorted today and it has turned out a bit cheaper than I said on an earlier post.

We now have a fixed rate for a car/camper on the ferry with up to 4 adults that works out at £12.50 a head. Buy direct from FolkStation using the booking form, or just phone us for other combinations and for large vans, etc. A web-based credit card arrangement is in the pipeline when we get round to sorting out the details with one of the reputable operators - probably Ticketline. Or you can buy through the steam railway's web site as well!!!!!!! All the details on our web site.

We are getting very excited about this years event as year 3 looks like it is building up to something very special.

Mike

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Eye Lander
Date: 20 Feb 10 - 05:27 AM

Helloooooooooooooooo back to the top

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 28 Feb 10 - 05:14 AM

Plans firming up well for FolkStation
Stewards still needed, so go here for a form,
Stewards info

you know it makes sense

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Valmai Goodyear
Date: 28 Feb 10 - 09:57 AM

I'm told that there are red squirrels on the Isle of Wight - is that so? Are there any living near Folkstation?

I'm also told that Tennyson wrote Crossing The Bar while looking out across the Solent, which suggests he may have thought the Almighty lived on the Isle as well:

'I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the Bar.'

Valmai

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 28 Feb 10 - 02:29 PM

Yes there are red squirrels all over the island, we saw one yesterday in fact. If you like the look of grey squirrels then the red is even cuter, small and delicate in comparison.

I can't guarantee there will be any at Havenstreet but I would be surprised if they didn't make an appearance.

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Valmai Goodyear
Date: 28 Feb 10 - 05:06 PM

Never having seen one, I'd be thrilled if they did.

About this ferry - should booked acts buy their ferry tickets now? Are there ferries at the bottom of the garden?

Valmai

Subject: RE: FolkStation- Isle of Wight Folk Festival
From: Andy Jackson
Date: 28 Feb 10 - 05:35 PM

Booked acts let us do the worrying for them!!
Just let us know when you would prefer to travel and what you will be travelling in and/or caravan etc.
The same applies to stewards and those actually buying Season tickets, we look after your ferry booking.

We have negotiated special rates for Thursday through to Monday

Contact us via the website
www.folkstation.co.uk
for more details..It looks complicated but it really is a good deal, even better for four people travelling.

And we still need stewards - look at
Stewards