Ouse Valley Folk Festival 2026

Join us for two days celebrating the rich musical heritage of the Ouse Valley and the artists keeping folk culture vibrant, evolving and deeply rooted in community. Set against the riverside backdrop of The Sidings in Newhaven, the festival brings together traditional music, contemporary folk, workshops and dancing for an intimate celebration of one of Britain's most enduring musical traditions.

Friday 28 August

We open the festival with an evening of contemporary folk and boundary-pushing performance from Goblin Band, Bloody Bones and Artemisia. It's the perfect way to ease into the weekend, with music that draws on tradition while looking firmly towards the future.

Saturday 29 August

Saturday expands into a full day of music, performance and family activities. The line-up features Paul Hartnoll (Orbital) presenting his extraordinary Folk Horror Electro Techno Disco Roadshow alongside Ouse Valley Morris, plus live performances from Nick Pynn & Kate Daisy Grant, The Kites, Rob Abbott, Pemma and Golden Samphire Band.

Throughout the day you'll also find performances from Corvus Folk and a folk inspired animal mask making (for all ages) with Stealthy Rabbit. Whether you're a lifelong folk enthusiast, a lover of live music or simply curious to discover something new, the Ouse Valley Folk Festival offers a warm welcome, outstanding musicians and a thoughtfully curated programme celebrating the many faces of contemporary folk.

Concessions and Accessibility

• 65 and over are eligible for our Concession ticket
• BN9 Residents are eligible for our Concession ticket
• Personal Assistants (PAs): Contact us for free tickets for Personal Assistants
• Physical Access: Specify step-free routes are available.
• Facilities: Accesible toilets are available.
• Assistance Dogs: Mention welcome policies and nearby relief or water
• Accessibility: The venue features uneven terrain; please contact staff for step-free routes.

Children & Infants

• Supervision: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Ticket policy: Children under 14 enter free, with a ticket buying parent.
• Safety: Parents assume full responsibility for their children's safety and behavior

Dogs & Pets

• Well Behaved Dogs welcome on the festival site.
• Restraint: Dogs must remain on a short, non-extendable leash at all times.
• Waste: Owners must clean up immediately; bring your own waste bags.
• General Liability Disclaimer

• Risk: Attendance is at your own risk regarding loss, theft, or injury.
• Changes: The organizer reserves the right to alter lineups, timings, or layouts.