Festival Information
South West
Overview
The Sidmouth Folk Festival is a prominent festival in the folk music calendar, attracting thousands to the scenic seaside town of Sidmouth, Devon. The festival features a diverse range of activities, including concerts, workshops, dance and storytelling events, all designed to engage participants of all ages and backgrounds. Performances are held across multiple venues in Sidmouth, where attendees can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of folk culture. The festival not only showcases local talent but also invites international artists, enhancing its global appeal.
Location
Sidmouth Folk Festival takes place at: The Ham, Sidmouth, EX10 8BG.
See their dedicated Travel & Parking Page for getting there info.
Tickets
Basic Price Range: Free - £550
Tickets to Sidmouth Folk Festival can be purchased from their Tickets Page.
Options include:
- All In One (all festival events)
- Week Season (all festival events, except Ham Marquee evening concerts Saturday through Thursday)
- Bulverton All In One (here you get camping as well as Bulverton & Betsy's events)
- Week, Weekend and Day Season Tickets (for the period of your ticket you get access to all events and workshops, except Ham Marquee evening concerts Saturday through Thursday)
- Workshop Book - 6 Workshop Passes at a discounted price.
- Ham Marquee Daytimes (individual event tickets)
- Manor Pavilion Concerts
- Bulverton Evenings - Sidmouth Folk Festival’s late-night hub!
Upgrades and Extras:
- Camping & Live In Vehicles
- Pre-Festival Specials (special concerts)
- Bus Pass
- Merch and festival programme
Accommodation
Sidmouth Folk Festival offers Camping & Live-In Vehicle tickets as an optional extra. Please bring your own equipment.
Sidmouth town offers a range of other accommodation options (B&B's, Hotels, etc), Visit Devon/Sidmouth website is a good place to find great places to stay.
Campsite Options:
- General Camping - trailer loos, showers, washing-up sinks, and of course, delicious festival food!
- Accessible Camping - pre-booking required, please email access@sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk.
- Live-In Vehicle Camping
Some Basic Campsite Regulations:
- Dogs are allowed in the campsite, and must be kept on a lead at all times.
- No diesel or petrol generators.
- No fires.
Packing Checklist:
Ensure you're fully prepared for your festival adventure with our Essential Packing Checklist.
Accessibility
Sidmouth Folk Festival is committed to making their festival inclusive, accessible, and enjoyed by all. They have a dedicated Access Team, please email access@sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk with any questions or concerns.
Sidmouth Folk Festival takes place across various indoor and outdoor venues. Pavements can get very busy, and weather conditions may affect the ground at main venues (Ham, Bulverton, Blackmore, and the Campsite). For a detailed description of festival venues and access, visit the Festival's Venue Access Summary.
Sidmouth Folk Festival recognises that disabilities are not always visible, everyone is welcome regardless of race, gender, sexuality, identity, age, ability, or religion. They have a zero-tolerance policy for disrespectful, hurtful, or discriminatory behaviour of any nature.
For more details, visit their Accessibility Page.
