HEADLINERS
to be finalised in March but for now one or two tasters
Purbeck Folk Festival covers the broader definition of folk music and you can hear music from all around the world; some deep and meaningful, some get up and jump around. There's something for everyone's musical taste. There are three big barns, used for stages and the bar, which mean that you're dry if it rains, but there's a big grassy bank to sit on in the sunshine.
THE OLD DANCE SCHOOL
Ticket prices (only (£85 adults) include camping ...and what a campsite it is! Camping is now on the south side of the farm with fabulous views across Swanage Bay and the Purbeck Hills. Although there are no campfires, there is a big communal bonfire at the end of the evening.
LARKIN POE
There's now a tradition of giving the young ones a chance - the line-up always features finalists from Radio 2's young folk awards, and the best, vibrant young national and internationally known artists as well as a few oldies and the best of Dorset's local music scene.Then there is the amazing knees up as Saturday evening hosts another barn dance.
THE MOULETTES
Purbeck Folk Festival is focussed on quality music and we're lucky to have a diverse audience from all different backgrounds brought together through their love of good music and everyone shares a respect for the performers which has made Purbeck the festival loved by artists and festival goers alike. The overall festival atmosphere is fantastic and this year sees Purbeck's fringe events growing with even more workshops and crafts throughout the day for adults and folk kids.
Weekend festival tickets include free camping
from 12 noon on Thursday 23 August to the afternoon of Monday 27 August
Do you fancy a beer?
Mick Callaghan is Guv'nor at the festival bar.
Mick's beer page will be here soon, detailing all the glorious Dorset ales and ciders we'll have in the bar.
