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Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs

19 Sep 04 - 02:11 PM (#1275691)
Subject: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: sapper82

Right, I have a 15yo fiddler and 12yo guitarist who both enjoy sessions and Folk clubs.
Problem; As most clubs and sessons are weekday evenings, they are unable to go because of school the next day. I am certain that there are other parents in this situation, so what is there on Friday or Saturday evenings?


19 Sep 04 - 02:29 PM (#1275704)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: greg stephens

Depends where you live. Be a little more specific


19 Sep 04 - 02:30 PM (#1275706)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Rasener

Market rasen Folk Club and gainsborough Folk Club are held on altenate Fridays.

17 miles apart and in Lincolnshire.

Children are allowed at MRFC.


19 Sep 04 - 02:39 PM (#1275711)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: greg stephens

The Sunday lunchtime session is a venerable institution, and particularly well suited to the problem you have. if there isnt one near you, why not start one? Sounds as if you have a fine nucleus for a good get-together within your family, find the nearest possible hostelry and go for it. Why not, it's always worth a try.


19 Sep 04 - 02:44 PM (#1275717)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Georgiansilver

Where do you live Sapper.


19 Sep 04 - 02:48 PM (#1275722)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: sapper82

Sorry about that!
Derbyshire, near Matlock


19 Sep 04 - 02:56 PM (#1275731)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: the fence

Probably a bit far for you to come over to Lincolnshire, but I wish you well in your search, if all else fails, start your own club. You may be surprised at the people willing to take part and help.


19 Sep 04 - 03:01 PM (#1275734)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Georgiansilver

I see. I suppose Gainsborough is a bit far for you really but could be worth a one off visit sometime to test the water...next night is Friday 1st October at the Drovers Call on Lea Road (Lincoln Road) Gainsborough at 8.30pm. Best wishes.


19 Sep 04 - 03:19 PM (#1275749)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Leadfingers

There is (or was) a Magazine that covered Derbyshire - Dont think Tykes gets that far south . Might be wortha look though - There is a Tykes Website


19 Sep 04 - 03:22 PM (#1275755)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: greg stephens

Sapper82: which side of Matlock? I'm not at all far from you, lets have a session.


19 Sep 04 - 03:56 PM (#1275784)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Rasener

Do you listen to Mick Peat on Radio Derbyshire on a monday night between 7:00 and 9:00.
Kathryn gives all the details of all folk clubs in Derbyshire for the coming week.
If you don't, I suggest you do. I think it is 94.9 fm


19 Sep 04 - 03:58 PM (#1275786)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: BB

Depends how far you're prepared to travel, but this is what I've found in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire in a trawl through my database:
Attic FC, Chesterfield - Sat. monthly
Lift Global Music Club, Glossop - Alt. Sat
Barley Mow, Matlock - Sat.
Bingham FC - Fri.
Robin Hood FC, Stapleford, Nottingham - Sat.
2nd Time Around FC, Beeston, Nottingham - Fri.
Folk at the Paddock - Kirkby-in-Ashfield - Fri.

If you want any more info. on any of these, let me know and I'll give you contact nos. I even can't guarantee that they're all still current, so I wouldn't just turn up on spec.

Barbara


19 Sep 04 - 03:58 PM (#1275787)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Rasener

The problem GS is that children aren't allowed at Gainsborough Folk Club are they?


19 Sep 04 - 04:38 PM (#1275813)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Georgiansilver

Do you know Les, I had never even thought about it but aren't they? I don't know...... Best wishes.


19 Sep 04 - 05:57 PM (#1275885)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Big Al Whittle

every two weeks theres the folk club at the 7stars pub Riddings near you , but it isn't a session gig. You have get up on stage and perform. Fri night that is. there are children in there often. very friendly.

why not start one of your own. you would have to go round the folk clubs and tell people about it. Mick Peat would publicise it for you on the radio. There loads of session players on your pitch

all the best

al


19 Sep 04 - 06:02 PM (#1275894)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: The Unicorn Man

Dec 4th Saturday we are having a 12 hour singaround to celebrate folk music. At The Bull in Barton le Clay, Beds. 12 Noon til 12 Midnight. Non smoking. Real Ale, curry house across the road and tv in the bar next door. What more can we ask for? Be nice to see you there.


19 Sep 04 - 06:06 PM (#1275898)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Rasener

What I meant by that GS, is that I am not sure if the publican allows children in. I have often thought of bringing my children, but haven't because I thought it might be breaking the law.

Its really worth getting a decision on that, becuase quite often Lisa my oldest daughter wants to come with me, and I say no, because it isn't allowed.


19 Sep 04 - 07:13 PM (#1275948)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: Snuffy

Malt Shovel, Ruardean (Forest of Dean), 1-4pm third Sunday of each month


20 Sep 04 - 09:11 AM (#1276377)
Subject: RE: Friday or Saturday Folk Clubs
From: muppitz

I co-run a Folk club in Kirkby-in-Ashfield near Nottingham, which runs on a Saturday night, currently we only run once a month and only put guests on. However, we have recently relocated and the possibility of session nights is becoming more realistic, if this occurs we will be able to run once a fortnight. Children are welcome!

Folk at the Paddock
The Countryman
Park Lane
Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Notts
folkatthepaddock@ntlworld.com

Muppitz