Part of Oxford Folk Festival 2025

Trinculo plays classic, tuneful and gritty tunes that are a joy to dance to. Based in Sheffield this popular band has recently returned to playing after a sabbatical, and they are raring to go after appearances at Shewsbury Folk Festival and SHOCC. The line-up is Aisling Holmes fiddle, Gemma Gurney sax, Ray Cunningham melodeon, Nigel Holmes guitar and Lee O’Dowd bass.

The fantastic Alison Rowley joins the band to call the dances. She’s a fiddle player, teacher and caller who is much in demand, and has a lovely selection of dances. Non-gendered calls will be used.

Ticket prices are:
Standard £14
Concession £9
Eg unwaged, low income, students, pensioners. We don't ask for proof of concession: if you can't afford to pay the standard price, you are eligible for a concession, no questions asked.
5-16s £4
Under 5s free
Carer free -
If you have a disability and need a personal assistant so that you can enjoy this event, we’re happy to provide you with an extra ticket for them, free of charge. For detailed access information, see below.

All under 16s must be accompanied by parent, guardian or an adult acting in loco parentis.

We accept online payments here with PayPal. Please contact us directly for other options. Contact us for details of group discounts.

Doors 7pm, dancing from 7.15 until 10pm.

There is a licensed bar with real ale, cider, wine and soft drinks.

If you have any questions please contact us on info@oxfolk.org.uk

Access Information
- If you have a disability and need a personal assistant so that you can enjoy our events, we're happy to provide you with an extra ticket for them, free of charge. You can book a carer’s ticket when you book your own.
- There are 4 steps into St Barnabas Church, and a ramp is available. A disabled person’s toilet is available inside the church.
- Lighting is, depending on the time of day, natural light or the church’s own lighting. We do not use flashing lights.
- There is a quieter / play area near the dance floor, with a pop-up play tent available.
- For called dances, use of non-gendered / gendered terms in calling is explained in the event description.
- If you have any questions please contact us on info@oxfolk.org.uk