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Walthamstow Folk Club Street Party
A free outdoor celebration of folk music in the heart of E17
Walthamstow Folk Club invites you to its annual Street Party, a relaxed and welcoming afternoon where live folk spills out of the club and into the street. Known for its friendly, volunteer run approach and eclectic mix of styles from traditional to punk, this event brings the club’s spirit into the open air.
Event details
Date: Sunday 28 June
Time: 12:00 noon – 6:00pm
Location: Outside Ye Olde Rose & Crown Theatre Pub
53–55 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London E17 4SA
Admission: Free – just turn up
The street alongside the Rose & Crown is transformed into a performance space, creating an informal, festival style atmosphere in the heart of the local community.
Line up
A wide ranging programme reflecting the club’s take on folk:
- The Rotten Boroughs (gothic gypsy barge punk)
- Steve White & the Protest Family (folk punk, poetry and protest)
- Ben Hamblyn & Kitty Lewis (fiddle and guitar)
- Rose & Crown Singers (eclectic repertoire)
- Chingford Morris (traditional morris dancing)
- Nick Lawrence (singer and guitarist)
- Frankie Cleeve & Phil Seaman (fiddle and accordion)
- Les Capon & Joanna (folk and beyond)
- Plus performances from Walthamstow Folk Club regulars
About the organisers
Walthamstow Folk Club is a long running, volunteer led club known for its warm, sociable atmosphere. It brings together audiences and performers in an inclusive space where songs, tunes, poetry and storytelling all have a place.
The Street Party continues a tradition of ending the season by taking folk music out of the venue and into the local streets.
What to expect
- Live music throughout the afternoon
- A relaxed, friendly atmosphere
- Food and drinks available from the pub
- A mix of traditional, contemporary and experimental folk