Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 08 Jun 09 - 09:28 AM

I was there

Isn't it nice to have musicians and singers getting along together?

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Davenutt
Date: 09 Jun 09 - 06:32 AM

It was good to see so many people at the session yesterday . I am almost afraid to refer to it as a SESSION because that seems to be more associated with musicians rather than the mix of voices and instruments which both feature at Fernandes and such is its appeal ! I am sure we have all been to folk venues where there is sometimes conflict between voices and instruments but this has never been the case here...thank goodness ! Long may that continue . Our next scheduled meeting on 5th. July coincides with Cleckheaton Festival so numbers may well be depleted .However, I know some folk will still manage to get there ! Brian and I are hosting the singaround at Cleckheaton on Saturday 5th in the WHICKHAMS pub from 12 to 4 . Tom McDonald then continues to 6 p.m so please come along and join us at this excellent festival . Contrary to reports this month in some folk magazines , the BLACK HORSE in Whitby is NOT under new management and music in this excellent venue is still safe with the present inumbent sue... great atmosphere, music and real ale ! REGARDS   DAVE NUTTALL

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Davenutt
Date: 13 Jun 09 - 02:45 AM

Sorry my above post said that Brian and I were running the session at Cleckheaton on the 5th July........but should have read Saturday 4th July.

Dave Nuttall

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 13 Jun 09 - 09:45 AM

I think I am down to be there in the Whickham too on the Saturday!

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,DAVID NUTTALL
Date: 03 Jul 09 - 01:28 AM

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Joe Offer
Date: 03 Jul 09 - 01:43 AM

So, David, it says above that you have an announcement for us - what is it you would like to say?

-Joe-

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 03 Jul 09 - 03:23 AM

Mr Nuttall has lost his "name" however I will phone him and find what's up!

I suspect that Sunday July 5th at Fernandez Tap may be a no goer as many of the regulars will be just a few miles away at Cleckheaton folk festival!!

Get back to you later!

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,davenut
Date: 03 Jul 09 - 04:28 AM

Ray is quite right. I am computer illiterate and had news about Fernandes not happening this Sunday due to coinciding with Cleskheaton Festival .Sorry about confusion...still trying to sort it, DAVE

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,davenut
Date: 14 Jul 09 - 01:35 AM

There is now another new landlord at Fernandes Tap pub at the bottom of Kirkgate in WAKEFIELD.His name is Nigel and he is very keen and willing to promote and support live music of all kinds to include Folk Music. The next session for musicians and singers is very informal and will take place from 2 p,m. to 6 p.m on Sunday 2nd.August.These sessions are free and meet on the first Sunday of each month but please check as some sessions clash with Summer Festivals from time to time .I will be on holiday on the 2nd. Aug but hope there is a good attendance as Nigel is kindly providing some food during the afternoon. Please do your best to go along to play, sing or listen and support the landlord of this excellent real ale pub.    BEST WISHES    DAVID NUTTALL

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 11:39 AM

Sorry to report that the session did not happen today. That was such a shame after the June one had been so good, and even more frustrating because it was a wasted 60+-mile round-trip for me.
I got there just after 1340, and stayed until nearly 1430. By that time nobody else had turned up. There were 3 or 4 locals drinking in the upstairs bar, and the chap behind the bar suggested that "it's probably not happening, and the folks have probably gone over to the Grey Horse instead". As I was getting back in the car to leave, a lass who appeared to be something to do with the pub came out of the fire exit and I had a chat with her. She helpfully told me she had checked earlier in the week and been told that today's session was still due to have been on and nobody had since indicated otherwise, but she thought it was due to start at 4 pm not 2 pm. Naturally, I didn't really relish the idea of hanging about for another hour or so just in case...
Most disappointing, and let's hope things can get sorted in time for future months - or has the session moved to another venue at short notice maybe? (Oh, I'm not sure whether I'll be around for the September one if it happens)

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 02:21 AM

David the session and singaround most certainly did happen

I left there at gone 5pm!

Had you waited another 15 minutes I would have been there for a start as it was Tony and Mel and Ian and Elaine were in before me!!

Dave Nuttall was unable to attend due to some serious problems in the family

Next time you come please, please either check out with me or other regulars before coming

The session was great with usual mixture of songs and music

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 07:05 AM

Well ain't that strange Ray!
But surely no-one should have to wait around for nearly an hour for any folks to turn up at all let alone things to get started?   
As for checking, well I did - I'd emailed Dave Nuttall a couple of days earlier specially to check but was unaware of his family problems, didn't think I'd need to check with anyone else.
The weirdest thing was what the pub staff were telling me - so was that a load of cobblers or wot? Who else d'you believe if there's no-one else around?
Late starting's not such a problem if everyone's in the know - but (a) late starts tend to creep into later still, it's a vicious circle, and (b) not everyone is conveniently "just around the corner".
Sorry if that sounds grumpy, but I'm just p***** off at having planned and then wasted a whole Sunday afternoon (now wouldn't you be?).

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 11:57 AM

Ok Dave

Dave Nuttall isn't all that good at IT ~ I'm afraid; evidence above! and has a lot to think about at the moment

Brian (dark bearded guy thick set and suit was in) and I concluded from what he reported had happened that it must have been you who was somewhat upset

The pub has changed hands again and I checked before I set off bearing in mind the festival season to see who might turn in (July was out due to Cleckie)

All I can say is we retired guys take things a bit more laid back and have the time to do so, there being nothing at stake so to speak!

So I am sorry that the open pub session was somewhat late to start, we did enjoy what we did though, although it can be a bit noisy

Take care

Ray Padgett

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Davenutt
Date: 06 Aug 09 - 05:16 AM

sorry about any inconvenience surrounding last Fernandes session. I was unable to attend but liaised with the landlord about timings and food etc and it seems that the only thing which marred it somewhat was a later start than usual,We aim to start by 2 but iits a bit easier to sing or play whhen there are few in at the start. I am told that the session was ultimately very good as was the food. its a shame that Dave K apparently had a wasted journey.I indicated on my last message that I could not attend....experienced a very sad and traunatic family sequence of events and I would like to thank so many friends for their kindness and support at such a difficult time; Next Fernandes is sunday 6TH sept....aiming fof a 2 p.m kick off.   WARM REGARDS.    DAVE NUTTALL

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Davenutt
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 05:58 AM

The next mixed session at Fernandes will take place on SUNDAY 6TH SEPT....aiming for a 2 p.m start. Those who are as old as me may well remember David and Gladys Sheard who were landlord and lady of the very famous Moodies Bar in Bread Street , Wakefield. The spit and sawdust pub , formerly men only, was the venue in the sixties and seventies for much folk music and was a very special and unique place. It was visited by lawyers, ladies of the night , rogues , solicitors and students from Bretton Hall Teacher Training College...of which I was one . Friday nights saw an eclectic mix of muicians and singers and the pub rarely closed until the very late EARLY hours. The pub gave its name to the early vinyl records made by Mike Levon and friends on the HOLY GROUND label.This series is still available ...now on C D from Trad Music in Wakefield opposite Fernandes. Gladys is now 94 and still lively with a love of music. I plan to pick her up and take her to the next Fernandes session on the 6 th. It would be lovely if her old friends could meet up with her on that day and come over to say hello and renew old friendships.Sadly ,Dave died some years ago but his patronage of live folk music lives on . Best Wishes.   DAVE NUTTALL

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 12:19 PM

Not a lot's changed then Dave!!

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 06 Nov 09 - 05:10 PM

Still going strong first Sunday in the month at Fernandes (s not a z!)

Also open folk open mike night at Walton, Wakefield led by Rosie Doonan with a distinct folk flavour Every Wednesday, with Tommy the landlord very welcoming!!

Benny May still has the Masons Arms at Ackworth on the third Sunday of every month, in the afternoon but needs support for this long established venue!

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,padgett on lap top
Date: 07 Nov 09 - 10:53 AM

Walton pub is The New Inn!!

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 07 Nov 09 - 06:50 PM

Hi Ray
Sorry, I wont be there, again! have a good session.
Dennis

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,padgett on lap top
Date: 08 Nov 09 - 10:51 AM

Already missed it Dennis, as were you!!

Cheers
Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 10:01 AM

Sorry I missed it last week too - atrocious weather and other hassles. Hope to be there next month.

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Carol
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 10:27 AM

Same here

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Davenutt
Date: 05 Jan 10 - 05:09 AM

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ONE AND ALL. tHANKS FOR KIND MESSAGES FROM FRIENDS FOLLOWING MY HIP REPLACEMENT OPERATION IN EARLY NOV . IT WAS A REAL SUCCESS AND I AM MUCH MORE MOBILE NOW....MAY EVEN GET TO SEE THE SEA AT WHITBY INSTEAD OF ONLY THE INSIDE OF THE PUB. THE SESSIONS OF MUSIC AND SONG AT FERNANDES GO FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH AND IT WAS VERY WELL SUPPORTED EVEN IN SNOW AND ICE .PLEASE JOIN US FOR FUTURE SESSIONS HELD AT FERNANDES TAP PUB IN WAKEFIELD ON THE FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 2 P M. SADLY THE SESSION RUN BY BEN MAY AT THE MASONS PUB IN ACKWORTH NO LONGER TAKES PLACE. BEN HAS WORKED TIRELESSLY FOF FOLK MUSIC OVER A LONG PERIOD OF TIME AND HAS ENCOURAGED MANY YOUNG MUSICIANS TO TAKE PART. BEN WILL STILL BE AROUND TO OFFER HIS OWN MUSIC AND WICKED SENSE OF HUMOUR .THANKS TO BEN FOR ALL HIS HARD WORK AT THIS AND MANY OTHER CLUBS.IT IS POSSIIBLE THAT AN ALTERNAIVE CLUB MAY START IN WAKEFIELD ON THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH...WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE NEWS .   ALL GOOD WISHES.    DAVE NUTTALL

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,padgett on lap tap
Date: 05 Jan 10 - 07:14 AM

Shouted loudly Dave!

POssibilty of 3rd Sunday pm,in the offing and I have already offered support!

Hope the weather gets better, tis atrocious at the moment all UK

Good to see Dave up and walking post hip hop (sorry (op)

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 07 Jan 10 - 07:55 AM

Refresh

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,David Nuttall
Date: 12 Feb 10 - 06:59 PM

We shall be at O DONAGHUES pub on George Street , wAKEFIELD on the third Sunday of every month commencing on 21st FEB at 2 p.m. This is a new meeting for singers,musicians and listeners and every one is most welcome to come along. The award winning pub is close to the Post Office sorting office ....towards the city centre from Sainsburys store.This was a very successful venue for folk music a few years ago and we hope this success is repeated.....so please do your best to spread the word and come along.We look forward to seeing you.These sessions on the third sunday are in ADDITION to the ones held at Fernandes Tap pub on the first Sunday of each month.    DAVID NUTTALL

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 07:49 AM

As Dave has put it roughly

O'Donoghues in Wakefield, this is the third Sunday in the month (this one Feb 21st) and a small venue ideal for folkies

Tis rumoured that there may be an odd bite to eat too and it will be mainly folkies coming

Its this Sunday from around 2pm (as for Fernandes Tap)

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,padgett
Date: 02 Mar 10 - 06:01 AM

First Sunday at Fernandes Tap as usual from 2pm ish!

March 7th

Had a great 3rd Sunday at O'Donoghues with all usual Wakefield ppl

be there!!

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Grampus
Date: 02 Mar 10 - 06:27 AM

Unfortunately can't make it this month.
Have a good time all & I hope to be there on 4th April.

G.

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Grampus
Date: 30 Apr 10 - 01:37 PM

It's this Sunday (2nd May) !

G.

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 01 May 10 - 04:24 AM

Yes it is this Sunday, at Fernandes

Some ppl are away as Monday is uk Holiday and festivals and events abound!

So anyone in the area after the LMHR and FAF events in Barnsley may be interested too

Also Wath ff singarounds on Sat and Monday so Sunday at Fernandes

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 03 Nov 14 - 08:28 AM

I visited Wakefield Folk Club on Sunday after a long absence and was extremely pleased to find it was even better than it was I was last there. What a great turn out, a great variation of artists, from great unaccompanied singers to magnificent instrumentalists and many accomplished singers who also played a good range of instruments.
I certainly will be visiting Fernandes Tap and also it's sister Club.

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 03 Nov 14 - 12:38 PM

Yes many of Wakefield's finest fiddlers, melodeons, concertinas, banjoes, and singers even an odd visit from Tom McConville on Sunday just gone

This is in my book a Mixed session catering musicians solo and with others and some accompanied and unaccompanied ~ first Sunday in month Fernades Tap, third Bull and Fairhouse from 1pm til about 6pm in Wakefield, audience most welcome too

Folk is and has been factionalised and good music and song is not just the province of paid professionals in concert

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,David Nuttall, Wakefield
Date: 05 Nov 14 - 06:47 AM

I would like to echo the last 2 posts here by Dennis and Ray.Thanks to all who attended ! This mixed informal session for singers and musicians at Fernandes Tap on Sunday 2nd .November was ,indeed , very very special.

Around 35 singers and musicians regularly meet together to provide an afternoon of music- making which is second to none with a variety of instruments and singing styles both accompanied and unaccompanied.

This is NOT a 'singaround ' or ' tune around ' as it is simply a blend of music which needs the minimum of organisation and with no inflated egos in sight !! The sessions simply HAPPEN due to the respect each holds for others and their contributions. We welcome newcomers and audience members too and we are always anxious to welcome younger participants.

The sessions at Fernandes are held at around 1 pm on the first Sunday of each month while a similar session takes place on the third Sunday of each month at the same time but at the Bull And Fairhouse in Wakefield.

Why not come along and see for yourself.... all are very welcome. Please see my mobile number on previous posts if you need more information. We look forward to seeing you.

Best Wishes . DAVID

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 06 Nov 14 - 03:06 AM

Yes I echo David's sentiments

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,David Nuttall, Wakefield
Date: 31 May 15 - 05:58 PM

FERNANDES FOLK.......This post departs from the subject of 'CHANGE OF VENUE' . This is just a reminder that our next FERNANDES FOLK session will take place on SUNDAY 7th. June at around 2 p.m.( always the first Sunday in the month ) at Fernandes Brewery Tap in Wakefield. We regularly have around 40 plus singers and musicians , listeners and ALL are very welcome at these free sessions of excellent instrumental music and songs on a very informal basis. Newcomers are always especially welcome .There is a friendly and warm atmosphere with an excellent choice of real ales.

Our next similar session ( always on the 3rd. Sunday in each month )at the Bull And Fairhouse Pub in Wakefield will be on the 21st.June at around 2 p.m . Please see previous posts for more details or contact me on 01924 258489. We very much look forward to seeing you.

David

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,David Nuttall , Wakefield
Date: 31 Aug 15 - 11:06 AM

FERNANDES FOLK......Please see the previous post above for all details . This is a reminder and invite to everyone to join us at our next informal session at Fernandes in Wakefield ....This Sunday , September 6th at around 2 p.m. All are very welcome to come along to sing, play or simply listen.The next session at the Bull And Fairhouse will be on Sunday 20th September . We look forward to seeing you.

David

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,David Nuttall, Wakefield
Date: 03 Mar 16 - 11:17 AM

This is a reminder that our next session of tunes and songs will be at FERNANDES BREWERY TAP ,Wakefield at around 2p.m this Sunday....6th.March . The next mixed session at the Bull And Fairhouse will be on SUNDAY 20th. March at around 2 p.m. Everyone is most welcome to come along to sing, play or simply listen at these informal, enjoyable meetings for which there is no charge. Do your best to join us as you will be made to feel very welcome and we look forward to seeing you.

Best Wishes. David

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,padgett
Date: 03 Mar 16 - 01:21 PM

Yes 1st Sunday March 6th 2016 is Fernandes Tap mixed session ~ top floor spacious real ale pub and a great following of audience, unaccompanied singers, folk musicians and camaraderie one or two itinerant stars have been know to frequent too

Mr Nuttall in his usual quiet way in charge

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,padgett
Date: 05 Mar 16 - 03:16 AM

1st Sunday is Fernandes Tap in Wakefield from 1.30ish and 3rd Sunday is Bull and Fairhouse from 1.30ish ~ similar turn up of folkies but some only go to one or the other

All welcome ~ both venues city centre and acoustic traditional style

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 05 Mar 16 - 05:33 AM

The thread title is getting to be inappropriate now - how about changing it to Wakefield (UK) - Current Folk Sessions ? (It could even be a Permathread?)

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 05 Mar 16 - 11:23 AM

How can it be changed MoorleyMan, please?

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: r.padgett
Date: 05 Mar 16 - 01:45 PM

I have set up a new thread as needed and suggested by Dave Nuttall, thanks Dave Kidman and Dennis Farrar

No idea about permathread

Ray

Subject: RE: Wakefield Folk Club , Change of Venue
From: GUEST,David Nuttall, Wakefield
Date: 05 Mar 16 - 01:59 PM

Thankyou to Dave, Dennis and Ray in setting up a new thread for this....all three realise that my technical lap top skills leave much to be desired and I am grateful for their help. Thanks.

David