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Andy Tagger
Andy began writing and performing whilst a student teacher in Padgate, Warrington. His early claims to fame then included supporting Gallagher and Lyle, and Ralph McTell, He regularly toured and performed in many Devon, Cornwall and Yorkshire Folk Clubs and even reached the Finals of the Wakefield Theatre Club Silver Jubilee Songwriter's Competition!
He has a varied repertoire ranging from a few songs reminiscent of Jake Thackray, and others, of Joni Mitchell (but more for her love of open tunings!) but all with an emphasis on melody and wordplay.
Andy's CD 'Ponte Carlo' launched on 28 February.
Admission: £2
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Steve &
Mary-Anne
Hindley
Steve and Mary-Anne Hindley are a husband and wife folk duo based in Scunthorpe, celebrated for their heartfelt performances and dedication to folk music. Their repertoire spans classic folk songs, contemporary covers and original compositions, delivered with rich harmonies and acoustic instrumentation, (guitars, shruti-box, bouzouki, piano accordion and mandolin) or ‘a capella’.
They have been performing together for six years, becoming a cherished act in the folk scene. They are known for their engaging live performances which showcase their deep understanding of folk traditions and their ability to connect with audiences, giving performances that resonate with both traditional enthusiasts and new listeners alike.
In April 2025 Steve and Mary-Anne released their debut CD ‘ Pearls In Your Hand’ which features joint and individual performances and demonstrates their varied repertoire and styles.
Admission: £6
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Possum
Monorail
Possum Monorail is an American roots string band from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, playing old-time fiddle tunes, bluegrass, and blues. This is music the band has been playing for a long time—sometimes hard-driving, sometimes high and lonesome—shaped by years of touring, teaching, and playing in all kinds of rooms, from barbecue joints and pubs to festival stages and dance floors.
Admission: £7
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Stuart
Douglas
Early influenced by Irish Prog/Folk duo Tir Na Nog, Stuart took his folk music to the States in 1984 and played in Folk Rock bands on the East coast of America for 15 years.
Returning to Blighty in the spring of 2000 he struck up an old collaboration with Pat Sherry and played the folk clubs of the North of England both as a duo and with Pat's Irish Rock band Scarlet Heights.
With a wealth of unworked material Stuart began a solo career introducing more, somewhat obscure, songs from his American repertoire with great effect. Stuart's songs can have you laughing and crying in the same set.
Admission: £tbc