Baldock and Letchworth Folk Club

About Baldock and Letchworth Folk Club

Baldock and Letchworth Folk Club started out at the beginning of 1999 as the Mad Nanny! Folk Club. Our intention was to offer a diversity of folk and traditional music.

Like many folk clubs we've moved around a bit, and for the last year we've been based back at the Old White Horse in Baldock - check out the Contact Us page to find out how to get to the club, or click here.

Those who attended the folk club when it was previously at the Old White Horse will remember the roomy and attractive restaurant where we hold the club. We now have doors separating the restaurant from the bar, which cuts out noise and makes us completely self-contained.

You don't have to be a member to attend the folk club, but it does offer the benefit of discounted entry. Joining is easy; annual membership only costs £5, and guarantees a discount of at least £1 on any guest night.

Our guest artistes range from folk icons to talented newcomers, and encompass a diversity of styles.

Previous guests at the folk club have included such names as Jez Low, Andy Irvine, Martin Carthy, Dave Swarbrick, Aly Hulett, John Kirkpatrick, Julie Felix, Bob Fox, Tom McConville, Megson, Nancy Kerr and James Fagan, Bruce Molsky, Isla StClair, Dick Gaughan, Vin Garbutt, Les Barker and Mawkin.

Guests are supported by a resident band or singers, and amateur singers and musicians are welcome to perform as ‘floor spots’ on guest nights. Everyone can play at the less formal session/singaround nights - the ideal way to try out that new song before standing up at the front!

Children are very welcome at all of these evenings, and up to two under 16s get free entry when accompanied by an adult. Entry prices vary according to the guest performer, and there are concessions for people who aren't working, are students or who are of retirement age.

We hope you can join us for some wonderful live music!

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