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The open-ended Diary covers known folk events in strict chronological order, within an approx. 30 mile radius of Totnes as the crow flies, i.e. including Exeter and Plymouth, and covering Tavistock, Okehampton and Sidmouth for example. It is the main reference for compilation of the Harberton Folk email circulars. If you don't see an event listed, contact us with details. Submit your venue's postcode if you'd like a map link given.
Map links (streetmap.co.uk) yield fully zoomable maps: Zoom In for street names in towns; Zoom Out in rural locations to see an overall context.
All information is given in good faith but no responsibility can be accepted for its accuracy. Do check with the organiser before setting out on a long journey.

Wednesday 15 October 2008 8pm - Tim van Eyken - Queens Theatre, Barnstaple
Only SW venue on this tour. Box office 01271 324242

16-18 October 2008 - Horses Brawl, Early Music - various village halls
Unusual use of traditional instruments to explore medieval, renaissance, baroque and folk traditions. Laura Cannell and Adrian Lever play an array of instruments. Recorders, fiddle, crumhorns, guitar and bowed guitar are among them. Both musicians love to experiment and find new ways of making sounds, using all of their instruments they produce contemporary arrangements with vivacity and verve. They re-work, re-compose and re-ignite the traditions for a modern audience but never lose the heart of their instruments. Laura and Adrian create some truly interesting and arresting sounds, modern yet traditional at the same time.
Venue correction Thursday 16 October 7.30pm - Abbotskerswell St Mary's Church  (map) - 01626 334445 (not the Village Hall, as initially listed)
Friday 17th October 7.30pm - Diptford Parish Hall - 01548 821704
Saturday 18th October 7.30pm - Awliscombe St. Michael’s Church - 01404 43480

Thursday 16 October 2008 8pm - Cole Stacey and The Carrivick Sisters - Globe Hotel Topsham (map)
Double bill. Three young artists all having recordings being produced by Phil Beer at Riverside Studios, Exeter. Cole is a well known singer songwriter on the East Devon folk scene . The Carrivick Sisters have had a great year, with there first appearance at Glastonbury and just returning from two festivals in Canada. Samples at www.myspace.com/thecarrivicksisters. Tickets £8 from Kevin 01598 740281 / 07771 558914 (email kevin@lodgemusicpro.co.uk). www.lodgemusicpro.co.uk

Thursday 16 October 2008 - Sean Taylor - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
Sean is a prodigiously talented young musician whose style is reminiscent of JJ Cale, Tom Waits, even Neil Young.  Last year's CD "Angels" received rave reviews all round - a rising star! www.seantaylorsongs.com or www.myspace.com/seantaylorsongs. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

Friday 17 October 2008 8pm - d'Accord - Ide Village Hall, Ide, Nr Exeter (map)
Regular 3rd Friday of the month French and Breton music and dance. Special one with  Steve Tylor and Mike Eaton coming to delight with a selection of whirling waltzes, mesmerising mazurkas, brilliant bourees and fascinating fest noz favourites - with Poisson Rouge starting the evening with their usual style and panache. A few seasonal surprises are up our sleeves as well at this time of fulsome harvests and autumn mellowness - expect the unexpected. See http://d-accordinexeter.blogspot.com.

Something different
Friday 17 October 2008 7.30pm - Crispian Steele-Perkins - St Petroc's Church, South Brent
Internationally renowned trumpet player, great fun to listen to and is generously playing for the church tower funds. www.crispiansteele-perkins.co.uk Tickets £10 on the door or from Everetts Estate Agents in South Brent 01364 646123.

Saturday 18 October 2008 7pm - Ceilidh with WoRTS 'N ALL - St Matthias Church Hall, Wellswood, Torquay (map)
Friends of Rowcroft Brunel Branch. Tickets £7.50 to include buffet, BYO drinks. Tickets from Enid Lintern-Mole on 01803 325615. All proceeds to Rowcroft Hospice.

Sunday 19 October 2008 8pm - Vin Garbutt - Topsham Folk Club, Globe Hotel (map)
Powerful, hugely moving, warm, humane, inspired, funny and gut wrenchingly honest. This international, award winning, singer songwriter is forever in demand and his shows are continually sell outs! For tickets and information call John Nettleton 01395 267029. www.topshamfolkclub.co.uk

Sunday 19 October 2008 8pm - Clive Gregson - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Finely crafted self penned songs; marvellous guitar playing and a relaxed style which comes with both skill and finesse. Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

22-25 October 2008 - Ian Bruce - various village halls
A big man, big voice, big reputation and big songs to match. What makes Ian Bruce stand out from the crowd is a magnetic personality that seems to reach out and touch his audience. His warmth and humour is immediately engaging, even before he starts to sing. When he does, each song is a gem with a distinctive style and his rich voice underpins each one with emotional depth. Ian’s huge stage presence has people singing, laughing and crying and when it’s time to end it’s like saying goodbye to an old, dear friend. He has a big following of enthusiastic fans and is a regular performer at Sidmouth Folk Festival. Four lucky village venues will welcome Ian in October.
Wednesday 22 October 7.30pm - Bigbury Memorial Hall - 01548 810373
Thursday 23 October 7.30pm - Branscombe Village Hall - 01297 680225
Friday 24 October 7.30pm - Highweek Village Hall (nr Newton Abbot) - 01626 364268
Saturday 25 October 7.30pm - Clearbrook Village Hall - 01822 852903

Thursday 23 October 2008 - Kevin Brown - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
A return visit for one of the country's leading blues musicians.  A top slide guitarist who has graced major venues all over the world - from Glastonbury's main stage to Texan beer joints. www.myspace.com/mykevinbrown or www.thekevinbrown.com. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

24-26 October 2008 - Baring-Gould Folk Festival - Okehampton
including Sandra Kerr, ceilidh monsters Tickled Pink, melodeon maestro Simon Care, Alison McMorland & Geordie McIntyre, Oristal (from Brittany), Moor Music, Roger Watson, Martin & Shan Graebe, Bill Murray, Brian Holland, Malcolm Woods, and Mike Bond, Marilyn Tucker & Paul Wilson, David Faulkner, Matt Norman, Jackie Oates and Sarah Owen, Nick Wyke & Becki Driscoll
27-31 October 2008 - Baring-Gould Folk Song School - Bridestowe nr Okehampton
led by Wren Music's Director Paul Wilson, Sandra Kerr, Roger Watson, Martin Graebe, Shan Graebe and other visiting tutors
See www.wrenmusic.co.uk.

Friday 24 October  2008 8pm - Trade Winds - Holne Village Hall nr Buckfastleigh
A Dartmoor Come-All-Ye session for singers, storytellers, poets, musicians and everybody else. Trade a poem for a song for a story for music for fine company. New venue for TW, lovely acoustic, very cosy period building. Teas and coffees available in interval. Added attraction is nearby Church House Inn. For those who like themes, it won't be far off Halloween, so ghouls and ghosties seem appropriate. Call Simon or Sue Williams for information on 01364 631308 or email susan@farmhouse.ac.

Friday 24 October 2008 8pm - Martyn Joseph - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
One of the UK's finest singer songwriters. It might be just another evening when you go in to a Martyn Joseph concert – but it certainly won't be when you come out...Few singer songwriters have the hammer blow "once seen, never forgotten" effect of this colossally talented and charismatic Welshman – one of acoustic music's brightest stars. www.barnfieldtheatre.co.uk

Saturday 25 October 2008 - Chris While & Julie Matthews - Blackawton Village Hall (map), twixt Totnes and Dartmouth
Celebrated duo, seven times nominated for the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in the Best Duo, Best song & Best live act categories. Both former singers with The Albion Band. Members of the hugely popular St Agnes Fountain. World renowned for their affinity on stage and for the energy and enthusiasm of their live perfomances. Sound samples at www.myspace.com/chriswhileandjuliematthews. Tickets £10 from Steve Gale 01803 712449. Licensed bar. Doors 8pm.

Saturday 25 October 2008 8pm - Etran Finatawa: Desert Blues - Calstock Hall (map)
Among the grasslands of the Sahel and the shifting sand dunes of the Sahara desert, two legendary nomadic peoples, the Wodaabe and Tuareg, are joined together through the raunchy guitars, camel-gait percussion and haunting voices of Etran Finatawa. Reflecting on their roots and with a nostalgia and warmth that mirrors the majesty of their desert home, these six musicians have toured constantly all over the World since the release of their BBC Award-nominated first album in 2006. The latest album Desert Crossroads, released in April, has received excellent reviews in the national press. £8; child £6 www.calstockhall.org

Sunday 26 October 2008 8pm - Tom Lewis - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
The master of the grand history and culture of songs of the sea, Tom makes a rare visit back home... and with such close maritime ties as we have, how welcome he'll be! Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Thursday 30 October 2008 - Teignmouth Folk Club's 5th birthday night - Devon Arms Hotel, Northumberland Place (map)
with guests The Cornelius Family. Pete, Maggie and son Martyn run the fine folk club based at the 7 Stars pub in Kennford on the final Friday of every month. They are also seasoned performers of contemporary and traditional songs accompanied on a range of string instruments. A birthday cake will be provided! Contact: Martyn Hillstead 01626 778071

Sold out Thursday 30 October 2008 - Rag Mama Rag - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
One of the most popular acts we've ever had at the Mill, Rag Mama Rag are certainly Europe's leading country blues duo.  They take 20's and 30's ragtime standards and effortlessly conjure up a little bit of Southern magic. www.ragmamarag.co.uk. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

Friday 31 October 2008 8pm - Carrivick Sisters - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Clifford Room. www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk Relaxed bluegrass duo with slight folk influences at times. "This is a full concert (our first in fact!) in a lovely small theatre. It will be a great night - don’t miss it! Concert starts at 8pm, please don’t get there much earlier than 7.30pm as we will be setting up!" £8; child £6. Samples at www.myspace.com/thecarrivicksisters.

Saturday 1 November 2008 7.30pm - Ceilidh with Four Feet First - St. Matthias Church Hall, Plymouth (map)
North Hill/Tavistock Road. Presented by Plymouth Folk Roots. Tickets £5 on door or call 01752 564847. Refreshments available. BYO booze.

Saturday 1 November 2008 2-4pm - 'Accordion for Beginners' workshop - Kalendar Hall, South Street, Exeter (map)
£5. Booking essential: Action Folk 01803 862393. Expert tuition will be given by accomplished player Basil Bunelik. Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8635

Saturday 1 November 2008 7.30pm - Folk Night Showcase - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Local talented performers and a few guests will perform traditional and contemporary folk music. Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk:80/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8633

Sold out Tuesday 4 November 2008 7.45pm - Show of Hands - Dartington Great Hall (map)
"Spires & Beams Tour". Dartington Box Office 01803 847070 or www.dartington.org/arts.

Tuesday 4 November 2008 8pm - Totnes Storytell+ Special guests MythRhythM - Dartmouth Inn - Totnes
"Reclaiming the Myths of Dartmoor" in songs, legends & music. MythRhythM consist of Howard Frey, Julia Thomas, Susan Taylor, Simon Williams. To quote from their CD: 'Reclaiming the Myths of Dartmoor is a mix of story, song and music inspired by the old ways of Dartmoor, when moor men and women would gather around the peat fires of an evening, to tell their tales and play their music ....... Tap the root of myth, turn the leaves of story and through the mist, the cave mouth sings.' As a bonus the CD also has artwork by Paula Cloonan. There will be slots for local performers at the beginning & end of the evening, as usual priority will be given to storytellers, but we will endeavour to fit everyone in. It would help if potential performers can turn up before the start! New performers welcome. Upstairs room. £5. Mavis 01364 72972 or Ruth 01803 732312. Lin will also be selling some 'pre-owned' story books.

Wednesday 5 November 2008 - Ralph McTell - Tavistock Wharf (map)
See www.tavistockwharf.com.

Thursday 6 November 2008 - Michael Chapman - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
A fully qualified survivor and one of the finest, most respected musicians on the circuit.  Michael has a uniquely English melancholic perspective coupled with a richly emotive guitar style. http://michaelchapman.co.uk/ or www.myspace.com/fullyqualifiedsurvivor. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

Friday 7 November 2008 7.30pm - Show of Hands - Exeter Cathedral (map)
Various ticket sources: 01392 493493 (Northcott Theatre); 01392 211080 (Exeter Tickets), www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/events/concerts1.ashx, www.exetertickets.co.uk

tbc Friday 7 November 2008 7.45pm - Barnfield Music Club - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Clifford Suite, all facilities, £1 entry, all performers all genres (arrive early to get on list) and audience welcome, P/A, stage and lighting. Further info. from Jerry on 01626 772270.

Saturday 8 November 2008 8-11pm - Ceilidh for Amnesty International - St James' Church Hall, Exeter (map)
with Spinach For Norman, caller: Martin Hodge. In Mount Pleasant Road.

8/9 November 2008 - West Country Carols Weekend - Sidmouth
www.folksw.org.uk 01935 822911

Saturday 8 November 2008 8.30pm - 3 Daft Monkeys + The Stark Adders - Exeter Phoenix (map)
Standing. 3 Daft Monkeys combine rousing vocals, frenetic fiddling, 12-string guitar, dancing bass and foot drum. Far too diverse to be pigeonholed, they possess a sound which spans a range of genres including celtic, folk, gypsy, world, punk and reggae.  www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8702

Saturday 8 November 2008 2-4pm - 'Accordion for Musicians' workshop - Kalendar Hall, South Street, Exeter (map)
£5. Booking essential: Action Folk 01803 862393. Expert tuition will be given by accomplished player Basil Bunelik. Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8684

Saturday 8 November 2008 8.30pm -  Martin John Nicholls & friends + Nicky Swann - Manor Hotel, Exmouth (map)
Two Devon based singer/songwriters. Free access, but 'appropriate' donations requested. Contact: Jeff Lewis 01395 269232 jeff.lewis[at]plymouth.ac.uk

Sunday 9 November 2008 - Eliza Carthy - Exeter Phoenix (map)
Standing. Prolific folk singer and fiddle-player showcases material from her critically acclaimed new album Dreams of Breathing Underwater. Powerful, vital and exuberant rhythms, absorbed from her travels around the globe, characterise this highly original, self-penned music. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8698

Sunday 9 November 2008 8pm - Lau - The Flavel, Dartmouth (map)
BBC Folk Awards 2008 Best Group. Kris Drever guitar/vocals, Martin Green accordion, Aidan O’Rourke (from Blazin' Fiddles) fiddle: A formidable trio of three of the finest and most innovative exponents of modern traditional music in Britain today. A must-see experience with spellbinding energy and musicianship. Their debut album Lightweights and Gentlemen was released on Reveal Records in 2007. Their fantastic new album, Lau Live released in April is out now. Box office 01803 839530 www.theflavel.org.uk. Music samples and videos at www.lau-music.co.uk, and www.myspace.com/laumusic.

Sunday 9 November 2008 8pm - Jez Lowe - Topsham Folk Club, Globe Hotel (map)
Jez has toured the world, building up a formidable reputation in the USA, Australia and Europe, and gaining the respect of his peers and his audience alike. His songs are among the most widely sung by folk singers and bands around the country’s clubs and festivals. For tickets and information call John Nettleton 01395 267029. www.topshamfolkclub.co.uk

Kate Rusby - Tues 11 Nov Octagon Yeovil; Weds 12 Nov Hall for Cornwall Truro (as close as she comes on this tour) - see www.katerusby.com

13-15 November 2008 - Omar Puente & Robert Mitchell - 'Bridges'
Two fine musicians, regular support for Courtney Pine “Energetic, fast flowing improvising from two of the most imaginative Jazz players on the scene”, is how Jazzwise magazine described the collaboration between these two fine musicians. The distinctive British pianist Robert Mitchell and Cuban violin virtuoso Omar Puente have a charming and disarming way of dispelling the myth that some genres of music are ‘highbrow’ and exclusive. With a natural gift for audience rapport their highly acclaimed recent album, ‘Bridges’, covers a wide range of musical ground, taking in not only Jazz and Cuban music, but also overt classical influences. Both Omar and Robert have impressive musical pedigrees, too long to relate here, but being invited to support Courtney Pine says it all in a nutshell.
Thursday 13 November 7.30pm - Gidleigh Village Hall - 01647 433966
Friday 14 November 7.30pm - Rattery Village Hall - 01364 643741
Saturday 15 November 8.00pm - Brentor Village Hall - 01822 810600
Also: Friday 13 January 2009 - Scoriton Village Hall scoritonvillage.hall@virgin.net

Wednesday 12 November 2008 8pm - Rory McLeod - Exeter Corn Exchange (map)
A modern travelling troubadour using tap shoes, acappella, harmonica, guitar, trombone, spoons, finger cymbals, bandorea, djembe and various percussion instruments! Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8717

Thursday 13 November 2008 8pm - Megson - Globe Hotel Topsham (map)
Stu and Debs, having supported Show of Hands at many festivals and on their German Tour in 2007, are now venturing out on there first UK tour. With the launch of their new album (this autumn ) this should be a sell-out so book now! Tickets £10 from Kevin 01598 740281 / 07771 558914 (email kevin@lodgemusicpro.co.uk). www.lodgemusicpro.co.uk

Thursday 13 November 2008 - Helen Watson & Mark Cresswell - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
Helen is a unique performer whose versatile voice and idiosyncratic songs cross the boundaries of blues, soul, jazz and folk.  She has played with Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Ashley Hutchings, Albert Lee, Joe Cocker and many more.  Now she teams with brilliant guitarist Mark Cresswell for an evening of musical magic. www.myspace.com/helenwatsonmusic. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

Friday 14 November 2008 8pm - Dangerous Curves 'Stocking Fillers' - Colaton Raleigh Community Hall, SE Devon (map)
The unmissable Christmas show. www.dancurves.co.uk Doors 7.30pm. Tickets £7. Call Dave and Sue 01395 568072 to reserve.
"Three dangerous ladies with razor sharp harmonies" (Folk in Kent); "I haven’t laughed like that for ages" (Border Books, Boston, USA); "You should be charging more" (Institute of Plumbers); "Probably the best all weekend" (Cheltenham Festival); "Eclectic mixture – great entertainment" (Fiddle and Bow, N Carolina, USA); "The best concert I’ve heard in 25 years" (The Redwing, Lympstone, Devon).

Friday 14 November 2008 8pm - Cara Dillon - Exeter Corn Exchange (map)
One of the most original and stunning singers of traditional music performing today. Local support: Barron Brady. Box office 01392 665866 Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8729

Friday 14 November 2008 7.30pm - Coppin & Silver - New Theatre, Exeter (map)
Mike Silver and Johnny Coppin. "Folk music from the soul, delivered with tremendous conviction. A dynamic evening not to be missed." Box office 01392 277189, credit cards 01392 211080. www.cygnetnewtheatre.com Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8727

Friday 14 November 2008 9pm - Seasons of Mists with The Claque and Friends - The Globe, Exeter (map)
Clifton Road, Newtown. Traditional song and music to delight the soul. Entertainment for everyone celebrating the period from the bounty of the harvest to the darkest days of winter. Folk song and music has long reflected the joy of the fruitful season and the fears of the long cold winter. Join us for an informal evening of harvest, hunting, dark deeds, frost and fire. More information from Tracey Baker at Exeter Folk Club 01392 256491. Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8728

Friday 14 November 2008 - Mad Dog McRea - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Standing. High energy raw Celtic folk rock band. See www.tavistockwharf.com.

Sold out Saturday 15 November 2008 - Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain - Exeter Corn Exchange,  Exeter Autumn Festival event

Saturday 15 November 2008 8pm - Great Western Ceilidh with Hekety -Bowhill School, Buddle Lane, Exeter (map)
Mixing traditional and self-penned tunes, this Sheffield-based band have been playing cutting edge English dance music since their formation in 1997. Musicians who have soaked up a wide variety of styles since the big traditional dance music revival and taken in Rock, Funk and World music along the way. This is a welcome return to a GW ceilidh and we look forward to an excellent evening of dance! To book, email from website www.great-western.org.uk/ceilidhs.htm or call Alan on 01392 217152.

Saturday 15 November 2008 8pm - Blackheart - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
www.blackheartmusic.co.uk British boy/girl duo are well known on the folk scene, having performed with luminaries such as Martin Carthy, Julie Felix, The Strawbs and US legends Steve Forbert, Nanci Griffith and George Jones. A unique crossbreed of folk, country and rock, their songwriting defies category to create a unique style of beautifully crafted, instantly memorable songs which are earning them huge airplay in both the UK and the US. Powerful melodies driven by smartly crafted lyrics that talk of love, marriage, life, death, suicide and damn near everything in between - Blackheart are all this plus sublime voices, jaw-dropping guitar wizardry and two wicked senses of humour. www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk

Saturday 15 November 2008 9pm - Spin2 and Stripey - The Globe, Exeter (map)
Clifton Road, Newtown, Great music from a local and popular contemporary folk band www.myspace.com/spin2folk Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8751

Saturday 15 November 2008 2-4pm - 'Accordion for Accordionists' workshop - Kalendar Hall, South Street, Exeter (map)
£5. Booking essential: Action Folk 01803 862393. Expert tuition will be given by accomplished player Basil Bunelik. Exeter Autumn Festival event www.exeter.gov.uk/autumnfestival/index.aspx?articleid=8731

Sunday 16 November 2008 8pm - Mike Silver & Johnny Coppin - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Thursday 20 November 2008 - Dick Gaughan - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
A first time visit for one of the UK's leading acoustic musicians, with an unmistakable voice.  A former member of 'Boys of the Lough' and 'Five Hand Reel', he now mainly performs solo. www.dickgaughan.co.uk or www.myspace.com/dickgaughan. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

Friday 21 November 2008 - Ceilidh with Dartmoor Pixie Band - Cheriton Bishop Village Hall (map) nr Crediton
Sarah Bazeley calling. Fundraiser for Devon Squeezebox Foundation. Information, tickets etc. contact Ed Rennie 01363 774426 devonsqueezebox@hotmail.co.uk

Friday 21 November 2008 8pm - Dave Wood+guests -  Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Clifford Room. Folk, blues and beyond... Dave Wood is widely regarded for his ability to re-interpret traditional songs and tunes as well as classics from The Beatles and Motown era. His versatile use of open tuned guitar and subtle bottleneck provide a backdrop for his rich, emotive voice. Whether on solo acoustic or electric guitar, or in combination with percussion and bass on original songs Dave's highly individual guitar style shines. This promises to be a special evening to entertain and delight music lovers. Benefit in aid of prostate cancer charity the Chestnut Appeal and Exeter Woodcraft Folk. Tickets: £6 (£4) box office (01392) 270891.

Saturday 22 November 2008 8pm - Show of Hands - Plymouth University Main Hall (map)
'Standing Room Only Tour', with Miranda Sykes + special guest Ruarri Joseph. All-standing concert. Advance tickets £15, available now through www.harbertonfolk.co.uk. No U14s.

Saturday 22 November 2008 - Peter Knight's trio 'Gigspanner' - Kingsand (map)
Steeleye Span's fiddler's trio at Maker with Rame Community Hall, Fore Street, Kingsand, Cornwall. Info/tickets can be found at www.peterknight.net/tickets.htm.
This forms part of a Masterclass Weekend that Peter is hosting for Musicians. He has just held a very successful one in The Cotswolds, and so we thought we would dip our toe in Cornish waters, so to speak. Info on the Masterclass at www.peterknight.net/masterclass.htm.

Sunday 23 November 2008 8pm - Belshazzars Feast - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Monday 24 November 2008 - Billy Bragg - Exeter University Great Hall (map)
Box Office 01392 263518 www.exeterboxoffice.com

Thursday 27 November 2008 - Cara Luft - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
Founder of Canada's leading country/folk group 'The Wailin' Jennys', Cara went solo last year.  Thank goodness, as we get to hear this superb musician in small venues like the Mill.  Wonderful music. www.caraluft.com or www.myspace.com/caraluftmusic. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

Thursday 27 November 2008 - Devil’s Elbow - Anchor Inn, Cockwood nr Starcross
See www.myspace.com/devilselbowsw for samples, and www.anchorinncockwood.com

Friday 28 November 2008 8pm - Blackheart - The Watermark, Ivybridge (map)
Enjoy an evening with the rising stars of British contemporary folk. The fast-rising boy/girl acoustic duo Blackheart are well known on the British folk scene, having performed with luminaries such as Martin Carthy, Julie Felix, Brian Kennedy, The Strawbs and US legends Steve Forbert, Nanci Griffith and George Jones. A unique crossbreed of folk, country and rock, their songwriting defies category to create a unique style of beautifully crafted, instantly memorable songs, while their stage show combines amazing musicianship with hilarious audience interaction as they tell the fascinating true stories behind their songs. Powerful melodies driven by smartly crafted lyrics that talk of love, marriage, life, death, suicide and just about everything in between - Blackheart are all this plus sublime voices, jaw-dropping guitar wizardry and two wicked senses of humour. Not to be missed. Music samples at www.myspace.com/theblackheartsuk Tickets. Full £10. Conc. £9 Box office 01752 892220. www.ivybridgewatermark.co.uk

Saturday 29 November 2008 7.30pm - Mike O'Connor, Jon Heslop & Kathy Wallis - Rilla Mill Methodist Chapel, nr Liskeard (map)
An evening of Cornish songs, music, carols and stories

Sunday 30 November 2008 8pm - Oysterband - Exeter Corn Exchange (map)
Standing. The godfathers of English roots-rock show no signs of letting up on their provocative, political and punchy songs as they announce their 30th anniversary tour this autumn. Hot on the heel of the release of their latest studio album 'Meet You There', the Oysterband will be making a welcome return to Exeter as part of their UK tour. 30 years' experience really shows. www.exeter.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=8678

Wednesday 3 December 2008 - The Wurzels - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Seated. See www.tavistockwharf.com.

Thursday 4 December 2008 - The Wurzels - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Standing. See www.tavistockwharf.com.

Thursday 4 December 2008 - Dangerous Curves - Rattery Village Hall nr South Brent (map)
Dangerous Curves have made their mark on the acoustic music scene, including festivals, clubs and cabaret. You can be sure of great entertainment, lively exchanges and unusual musical arrangements. Contact Steph Crutchley 01364.631288 or scoritonvillage.hall@virgin.net.

Thursday 4 December 2008 - Rachel Taylor-Beales - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
Rachel's mix of folk, jazz, country and Americana blends to create a sublime sound that stops you in your tracks. Championed by Martyn Joseph, she shares his sense of passion. Another rising star. www.racheltaylor-beales.com or www.myspace.com/racheltaylorbeales. www.ottertonmill.com/musiclistings.asp

Friday 5 December 2008 7.45pm - Barnfield Music Club - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Clifford Suite, all facilities, £1 entry, all performers all genres (arrive early to get on list) and audience welcome, P/A, stage and lighting. Further info. from Jerry on 01626 772270.

Saturday 6 December 2008 7.30pm - Conservatoire Folk Ensemble with Joe Broughton - Ariel Centre, Totnes (map)
Back for a third Totnes visit by popular demand. The youthful enthusiasm, vitality and sheer talent of this show is not to be missed.  From riotous 45-piece group to intimate duos and trios, the shape-shifting Conservatoire Folk Ensemble is a whole festival's entertainment in one show. Funky arrangements, traditional and original tunes, humour and dancing… this performance promises to be a lot of fun! Tickets available now from Dartington Box Office 01803 847070 or www.dartington.org/arts. There will be a full 'Harberton Folk' bar.

Sunday 7 December 2008 8pm - Steve Tilston - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Sunday 7 December 2008 7.30pm - Show of Hands - Exeter Corn Exchange (map)
'Standing Room Only Tour', with Miranda Sykes + special guest Ruarri Joseph. All-standing concert. 01392 665866 www.exeter.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=8677

tbc Thursday 11 December 2008 8pm - Dalla - Totnes Folk Song Club, Dartmouth Inn, Totnes (map)
From Cornwall. Sample tracks at http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=156068165. Info from Anne & Steve Gill 01803 290427 or Andy Clarke 01803 732312

Friday 12 December 2008 8.30pm - Stanchester Quire - Manor Hotel, Exmouth (map)
Special traditional Christmas Concert. Free access, but 'appropriate' donations requested. Contact: Jeff Lewis 01395 269232 jeff.lewis[at]plymouth.ac.uk

Saturday 13 December 2008 8pm - Great Western Ceilidh with Flash Co - Bowhill School, Buddle Lane, Exeter (map)
Popular local band Flash Co blend traditional tunes with a modern rock backline and rhythms from around the world, producing wonderful music for dancing. Come along and spoil yourselves! To book, email from website www.great-western.org.uk/ceilidhs.htm or call Alan on 01392 217152.

Sunday 14 December 2008 8pm - Colvin Quarmby - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Friday 19 December 2008 - Ceilidh with The New Vintage Dance Band  - Cheriton Bishop Village Hall (map) nr Crediton
Rosie Baines calling. Fundraiser for Devon Squeezebox Foundation. Information, tickets etc. contact Ed Rennie 01363 774426 devonsqueezebox@hotmail.co.uk

Friday 19 December 2008 - Spin2 & Dave Wood - Exeter Phoenix (map)
Standing. Get ready for Christmas with an evening of music from local folk roots band Spin2 and popular guitarist Dave Wood to support the work of Exeter based charity Magic Carpet. Spin2 were founded by ex-Barely Works sublime fiddle player Ali Jones and ex-Lost T-Shirts of Atlantis guitarist, bouzoukizer and flautist - the exuberant Chris Rudd www.exeterphoenix.org.uk www.myspace.com/spin2folk

Sunday 21 December 2008 8pm - Party Night - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Friday 2 January 2009 7.45pm - Barnfield Music Club - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Clifford Suite, all facilities, £1 entry, all performers all genres (arrive early to get on list) and audience welcome, P/A, stage and lighting. Further info. from Jerry on 01626 772270.

Saturday 10 January 2009 8pm - Great Western Ceilidh with Old Swan - Bowhill School, Buddle Lane, Exeter (map)
The traditional rhythms of Morris and English country dancing are the foundation for the Old Swan Band. In the more than thirty years that the band has been together, they've continued to set the pace for English country dance music. Quite simply ... one of the best. Come along and spoil yourselves! To book, email from website www.great-western.org.uk/ceilidhs.htm or call Alan on 01392 217152.

Saturday 14 February 2009 8pm - Great Western Ceilidh with Glowroms - Bowhill School, Buddle Lane, Exeter (map)
Looking for that special way to spend Valentine's night? Look no further ... Come and dance to the Gloworms playing bold and exciting reinterpretations of traditional English dance tunes - cool, subtle music with irresistable dance groove. To book, email from website www.great-western.org.uk/ceilidhs.htm or call Alan on 01392 217152.

Thursday 26 February 2009 - Carrivick Sisters - Otterton Mill
tbc/tba Samples at www.myspace.com/thecarrivicksisters

Fri-Sun 27 Feb - 1 March 2009 - IVFDF 2009 - Exeter
Inter-Varsity Folk Dance Festival at University Great Hall/Devonshire House complex

Saturday 14 March 2009 8pm - Great Western Ceilidh with Florida - Bowhill School, Buddle Lane, Exeter (map)
A welcome visit by old friends. Florida's sound is unique : a brassy collision of traditional English country dance and good time jazz, underpinned by muscular dance rhythms, generating hair-raising harmonies from a melting pot of roots and rock influences. What more can you say? To book, email from website www.great-western.org.uk/ceilidhs.htm or call Alan on 01392 217152.

Sunday 5 April 2009 8pm - John Kirkpatrick - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
details tba www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Thursday 16 April 2009 - Strawhead - Bridge Inn, Topsham (map)
Tickets will be available in advance only, from Martin Street on 01404 41182.

Saturday 25 April 2009 8pm - Great Western Ceilidh with Committee Band - Bowhill School, Buddle Lane, Exeter (map)
They haven't been down to see us for a while, but now they're back. To round the season off, quite simply one of the best bands in the country - as well as one of the largest! For a brilliant evening of music and dance, it doesn't get any better than this. What more can you say? To book, email from website www.great-western.org.uk/ceilidhs.htm or call Alan on 01392 217152.

Monday 4 May 2009 - West Country Music Day - Morwellham Quay (map)
details tbc/tba soh

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Footnote

John and Jan Culf (= 'Harberton Folk') ran a series of fundraising folk concerts at Harberton Parish Hall, the Church House Inn Harberton and the Ariel Centre Totnes between January 1998 and July 2008. Click here to see details of this programme

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