Festivals & Events

August

The Big Chill, 7th – 9th August. Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire. Catering for both families and ravers, there will be a diverse mix of musical must-hears, from acoustic to African and folk to dub; the event will also host creative workshops, poetry, art and an array of delicious gourmet food.

Croissant Neuf, 13th – 15th August 2010. Monmouthshire near Usk. Responsible for one of the oldest features of Glastonbury – the Croissant Neuf Solar Powered Venue, this little but lovely festival is set in and around an Iron Age fort in Monmouthshire. You can look forward to a Masquerade Ball, the infamous Lantern Procession and plenty of music, food and frivolous fun.

Green Man, 21st – 23rd August. Brecon Beacons, Powys, Wales. You can look forward to this folk-fuelled event, full of diversity in food, music and workshops, which include a nature and nurture massage area and even a film making class. Keen to support the environment, the ‘Green Bus’ will be travelling from most city destinations.

Shambala, 26th – 30th August. Secret Location, Midlands. Now in its tenth year, Shambala has continuously proved itself to be one of the best for family friendly fun; full of fancy dress, woodland wackiness, colourful theatrics and great music.

September

End of the Road Festival, 11th – 13th September. North Dorset Borders. Catering for around 5,000 music lovers, the festival consists of three stages, as well as comedy and film showings. Set to the backdrop of the infamous and breath taking Larmer Tree Gardens, the Tipi tent area will also be returning keeping that ever important intimate feel.

October

Herbal Alchemy - Sat Oct 23rd, Bristol Folk House. One day wokshop, 10am-4pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk

November

Herbal Medicine (Mind, Body, Spirit) - Starts Nov 4th, Bristol Folk House. 6 week course - each Thursday 7.45 - 9.45pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk

Oriental Diagnosis - Sat Nov 27th, Bristol Folk House. One day workshop 10am-4pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk

December

Yogic Medicine (Introduction to Ayurveda) - Sat Dec 11th, Bristol Folk House. One day workshop 10am-4pm. For further information and booking, phone 0117 926 2987 or online www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk