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.
Line-up
View the
official line-up here.
Note: Line-ups can evolve/change closer to the event — check back regularly to stay up to date.
Festival Capacity: Town-wide, open festival
This is a town-wide festival where events take place across various venues and outdoor spaces in Sidmouth. There is no fixed audience capacity, as much of the festival happens in public areas. Some individual venues may have capacity limits, but overall attendance can be in the tens of thousands.
Location
Sidmouth Folk Festival takes place at: The Ham, Sidmouth, EX10 8BG.
Sidmouth is a historic seaside town along the Jurassic Coast in Devon, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The festival's venues are woven throughout the town — from the seafront and The Ham to intimate indoor venues and public spaces. Expect a blend of clifftop views, pebble beaches, and Victorian charm, all contributing to the festival's community spirit and unique atmosphere.
See their dedicated Travel & Parking Page for getting there info.
Tickets
Basic Price Range: Free - £550
This price range aims to give a rough idea of the lowest and highest prices typically available, including child and day tickets where relevant. Always check the official ticket page for current pricing.
Most festivals release tickets in phases: Early Bird, General Release, and Final Release. Generally, tickets are more expensive the closer it is to the festival start date.
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
Important Ticket Information
Ticket Warning: Only purchase tickets from official sellers listed on the festival’s website. Most festivals do not allow ticket transfers between individuals, and resale is typically only permitted through official resale platforms (when available).
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.
