What’s On

Your guide to folk events in Coventry and Warwickshire.

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Cov & Warks Folk Events Listing

If you are planning any folk event in the CV postcode area – big concert, back-room singaround, online performance, dance display, or whatever, click here to email us, providing the following details:

  • Date, start-time and end-time
  • Name of venue
  • Type of event
  • Artists/performers appearing
  • Location including postcode
  • Description – including how to book tickets, web links, etc
Please note that information on this page is based on advertising and public announcements by the venues and/or events organisers.
While every effort is made to ensure that details provided here are correct, CVFolk cannot guarantee its accuracy which is why we include contact information for each event so that you can check and confirm if necessary,

CVFolk is working in partnership with Folk21 Midlands region and many of the events listed here are shared in their own events listing.

May
23
Thu
Iona Lane @ The Folk Club - Stratford Play House,
May 23 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The Folk Club

Stratford Playhouse

Driven by awe and wonder of the natural world, Iona Lane delivers poetic songs, with subtle musical touches and contemplative melodies that link unheard stories with the world we find ourselves in today.

Hallival’ is the long awaited debut album from Glasgow-based folk singer and songwriter Iona Lane. Having found herself fascinated by folklore and folk stories from across the UK ‘Hallival’ is inspired by natural landscapes, scientific discoveries, equality, human relationships and the supernatural, all tied together by a strong sense of place and a love for being in wild places – creating something truly special.

Hallival’ charted at #36 in the Official Folk Album Charts and was named by Folk Radio UK as #27 in their ‘Top Albums of 2022’. The album received widespread press including in The Guardian, WalkHighlands, BBC Radio 2 and The Scotsman to name a few. In 2023 Iona toured ‘Hallival’ extensively across the UK, The Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, and joined Karine Polwart on a run of her tour dates in England. Iona joined Karine on stage for a few songs, an awe inspiring opportunity for audiences to see these two artists sing together.

“An intriguing debut – her sweet voice recalls Emilíana Torrini, while her lyrics and musical arrangements crackle with wide-eyed curiosity.” – Jude Rogers, The Guardian

“A real talent!” – Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2 Folk Show

“Iona feels like a kindred spirit with her gorgeous evocations of landscape and geeky scientific references.” – Karine Polwart

“Time and tide wash through this debut… delivered in a light, melodious voice and with engaging conviction” – The Scotsman

“Iona’s mesmerising, lyrical exploration of the UK’s wilderness through song lifts the spirits.” – WALK Magazine, Ramblers’ Association

Jul
11
Thu
Jon Doran and the Northern Assembly @ The Folk Club - Stratford Play House,
Jul 11 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The Folk Club

Stratford Playhouse

Jon Doran is a Newcastle-based folk singer and multi-instrumentalist from Gloucestershire. He was a 2019 finalist on BBC Radio 2’s Young Folk Awards and a recent winner of Bromyard Folk Festival’s ‘Future of Folk’ competition.

​Jon’s sensitive approach to arranging and performing traditional songs on guitar and Irish bouzouki is often said to draw a likeness with revivalists Nic Jones and Andy Irvine. He has a powerful and intricate accompaniment style but never fails to place the narrative at the forefront of his arrangements. His stories focus on all human experience throughout history, whether that be humorous tales, or woeful retellings of tragic events, Jon never fails to capture the beauty and excitement that lies within traditional music.

Sep
19
Thu
Jenny Wren and Her Borrowed Wings @ The Folk Club - Stratford Play House,
Sep 19 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Oct
17
Thu
Robin and Bina Williamson @ The Folk Club - Stratford Play House,
Oct 17 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The Folk Club

Stratford Playhouse

 

Nov
21
Thu
Luke Jackson Trio @ The Folk Club - Stratford Play House,
Nov 21 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The Folk Club

Stratford Playhouse