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Western Telegraph
7 days ago
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- Western Telegraph
Pictures from this weekend's Fishguard Folk Festival
Fishguard Folk Festival returned for its 24th year last Friday, May 23, with its vibrant four-day celebration of folk music and culture going through until tomorrow, Monday May 26. Set in the twin towns of Goodwick and Fishguard, the festival aims to preserve, share, and develop the folk traditions of Wales and beyond. Fishguard's Royal Oak staged a weekend-long session. (Image: Western Telegraph) Alongside timeless traditional sounds, the festival highlights the exciting evolution of folk music — reflecting Wales' dynamic and diverse cultural landscape. Rona Mac played a tear-jerking set in Ffwrn. (Image: Western Telegraph) With top-quality musicians, artists, and educators, the festival has offered performances, sessions, and workshops for all ages and abilities. Meinir Mathias is exhibiting her paintings in Trove. (Image: Western Telegraph) This year has included bilingual programming, family-friendly activities, and open spaces for learning and creativity — from Welsh singing workshops and storytelling, walks to open mic slots and Tiny Twmpaths for little ones. Heb Enw Morris entertained in Lower Town. (Image: Western Telegraph) The festival is mainly free, with just three ticketed headline concerts and donations welcomed for other events. UK festival favourites Three Daft Monkeys delivered a cracking gig in Theatr Gwaun. (Image: Western Telegraph) Claire Quinn, festival development manager, said: 'What makes Fishguard Folk Festival truly special is the variety of ways to experience folk music and culture—whether you're enjoying live performances, joining sessions and workshops, trying something new, or simply soaking up the atmosphere. Enjoying a twmpath in the Town Hall. (Image: Western Telegraph) 'It's a welcoming space to have fun, connect with others, and create lasting memories.' Tonight's concert by Welsh acts Alaw and Cynefin is now sold out, but there's plenty going on this afternoon and evening, as well as in the daytime tomorrow, Monday May 26 – check out the programme at Julie Murphy ran a singing workshop in Trove. (Image: Western Telegraph) UK festival favourite, Three3Daft Monkeys, from Cornwall, headlined on Saturday at Theatr Gwaun. Alongside lots of free performances, there has been the Barti session trail - featuring live music sessions at 11 venues across town,; engaging talks, an art exhibition at Trove from Meinir Mathias and Quayside festivities in Lower Town featuring local food, music and environmental activities. Fishguard Bay Sustainable Food Initiative served up the goods on Lower Town Quay. (Image: Western Telegraph) The festival committee thanked all sponsors, supporters and volunteers who make the festival possible, including main sponsor The Royal Oak (home to the festival's famous all-weekend session), Fishguard Folk Singers, Barti Rum and Stena Line. The cobbles of Lower Town echoed to the sounds of clog dancers from Cardiff. (Image: Western Telegraph) Support this year has also come from Fishguard and Goodwick Town Council, The Oakdale Trust and Pembrokeshire County Council.
Pembrokeshire Herald
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Four days of folk music fill Fishguard and Goodwick
FISHGUARD and Goodwick are ringing with the sound of folk music once again as the Fishguard Folk Festival returns for its 24th year, running from Friday (May 23) to Bank Holiday Monday (May 26). The four-day celebration of music, song, and dance sees venues across the twin towns come alive with performances, workshops, storytelling, and informal sessions, attracting visitors and artists from across Wales and beyond. Firmly established on the folk calendar, the festival highlights both traditional and contemporary expressions of folk culture, with a programme that includes bilingual performances, open mic slots, children's activities, and walking tours — many of them free to attend. Festival Development Manager Claire Quinn said the event offers something for everyone: 'What makes Fishguard Folk Festival truly special is the variety of ways to experience folk music and culture — whether you're enjoying live performances, joining sessions and workshops, trying something new, or simply soaking up the atmosphere.' Headline concerts this year include a sold-out Sunday performance from acclaimed Welsh acts Alaw and Cynefin. On Friday evening, BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year Ríoghnach Connolly performs at Bethel Chapel with John Ellis, known for his work with Tom Jones and Lily Allen, supported by the lively London Irish SGH Trio. Saturday night sees festival favourites 3 Daft Monkeys take the stage at Theatr Gwaun. Beyond the ticketed concerts, visitors can explore the Barti session trail — 11 venues across the towns hosting informal music sessions — as well as an art exhibition at Trove Gallery and quayside festivities in Lower Town, which include local food stalls, live music, and a visit from Celtic Sail and Trade's sailing ship. Workshops range from Welsh singing and storytelling to Tiny Twmpaths for younger children, and there are opportunities to learn and participate throughout the weekend. The festival is supported by local sponsors including The Royal Oak, Barti Rum, and Stena Line, along with backing from Fishguard and Goodwick Town Council, the Oakdale Trust and Pembrokeshire County Council. More details, including how to book for remaining ticketed events and workshops, are available at
Western Telegraph
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Fishguard Folk Festival brings four days of music to Pembs
Fishguard Folk Festival returns for its 24th year running from today, Friday, May 23 to Monday, May 26 and bringing with it a vibrant celebration of folk music and culture. Set in the twin towns of Goodwick and Fishguard, the festival aims to preserve, share, and develop the folk traditions of Wales and beyond. (Image: Western Telegraph) Alongside timeless traditional sounds, the festival highlights the exciting evolution of folk music — reflecting Wales' dynamic and diverse cultural landscape. With top-quality musicians, artists, and educators, the festival offers performances, sessions, and workshops for all ages and abilities. This year includes bilingual programming, family-friendly activities, and open spaces for learning and creativity — from Welsh singing workshops and storytelling, walks to open mic slots and Tiny Twmpaths for little ones. (Image: Western Telegraph) The festival is mainly free with just three ticketed headline concerts and donations welcomed for other events. Workshops are a mix of drop in or pre-booked. Claire Quinn, festival development manager, said: 'What makes Fishguard Folk Festival truly special is the variety of ways to experience folk music and culture—whether you're enjoying live performances, joining sessions and workshops, trying something new, or simply soaking up the atmosphere. (Image: Sarah Shaw) 'It's a welcoming space to have fun, connect with others, and create lasting memories.' Sunday's concert by Welsh acts Alaw and Cynefin is now sold out, but tickets are still available for the two other headline concerts. Friday's gig at Bethel Chapel features BBC Radio 2 and RTE folk singer of the year Ríoghnach Connolly with John Ellis, who has worked with the likes of Corinne Bailey Rae, Lily Allen, Tom Jones, Mica Paris and John Squire of the Stone Roses. They will be supported on the night by a lively set from the London Irish SGH Trio. UK festival favourite 3 Daft Monkeys, from Cornwall, headline on Saturday at Theatr Gwaun. (Image: Western Telegraph) There are lots of free performances, the Barti session trail - featuring live music sessions at 11 venues across town (just take along your acoustic instrument to join in), engaging talks, an art exhibition at Trove from Meinir Matthias and Quayside festivities in Lower Town featuring local food, music and environmental activities. There will also be a visit by Celtic Sail and Trade's beautiful sailing ship. The festival committee thanked all sponsors supporters and volunteers who make the festival possible including main sponsor The Royal Oak (home to the festival's famous all weekend session), Fishguard Folk Singers, Barti rum and Stenaline. Support this year has also come from Fishguard and Goodwick Town Council, The Oakdale Trust and Pembrokeshire County Council. (Image: Western Telegraph) For more information go to linked above, or find the festival on Facebook and Eventbrite (Friday night concert and workshops). Tickets for 3 Daft Monkeys are available from Theatr Gwaun and its website.
