2010 events of interest
a few potential diary dates...some of them I’m involved with, others I just like and support!
The 7th weekend of cider and perry drinking to a soundtrack of folk music, at the best pub in Britain - the gloriously situated Square and Compass in Worth Matravers in deepest rural Dorset. More details here.
Founded by Big Chillers several years ago, this event has quickly become the best small gathering in the UK. I have once again been invited to programme the Harvest Stage with artists now confirmed including Jim Moray, Mozez, Paper Aeroplanes, Gloworms and International Observer . All the gen here.
May 2, 3 : The Big Apple - Herefordshire blossomtime
This weekend is about as low key as it gets, deep in rural Herefordshire west of Ledbury, with local micro producers’ cider and perry tasting, guided tours of the orchards, cream teas and ploughmans, and of course, morris dancers. More here.
August 30 : Braunston Festival Music Day
As a resident of the village of Braunston in Northamptonshire, I’m pleased to be involved in the weekend climax - Music In The Park featuring Eliza Carthy, Chris Wood, Sheelanangig, Andy Lambert and more...
November 1-7 : Ocean Beat, Seychelles
Last year saw the inaugural Ocean Beat event take place on the beautiful tropical shores of Mahe island, and we’re set to do it again this year. Website.
August 20, 21, 22 : Haselstock
This intimate event has been running for several years on a small farm in Northamptonshire. This year I have been invited to programme the music with my good friend Alan James. Confirmed so far : The Bays, Mixmaster Morris, Spirit Catcher, Swingle Singers, Spiro.
