WORLD-renowned artists and rising stars from the folk music scene are set to perform at a new weekend long festival on Wirral next week.

'Folk on the coast' - taking place from Friday, September 13 to Sunday, September 15 - promises an eclectic mix of performances from artists such as Martin Carthy, Martyn Joseph, Martin Simpson, The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican, Jackie Oates and John Spiers.

Also due to appear are Jon Wilks, Mikey Kenney, Gilmore & Roberts, Joe Topping, The Skylarks, Katie Nicholas, Maddie Morris, The Far North, James Delarre & Saul Rose and Jack Rutter.

Folk music pioneer Martyn Joseph is set to host a song-writing talk alongside Question & Answer sessions with Cole Stacey and Keith Wilson.

Gilmore Roberts feature in the line-up for Wirral Folk On The Coast festival, taking place from September 13-15Gilmore Roberts feature in the line-up for Wirral Folk On The Coast festival, taking place from September 13-15 (Image: Kerri-Anne McNally)

There will also be a chance to catch Mind The Step Appalachian Dancers, as well as take part in DADGAD and Poetry workshops.

The inaugural festival will utilise the entertainment venue’s multiple performance spaces as well as local music venues such as Future Yard in Birkenhead to create a dynamic and immersive experience for attendees. 

Floral Pavilion's manager, Pauline Campbell, said: "We are so excited to see the venue come alive with folk music.

"We're proud to launch a festival that celebrates the genre and provides a welcome and immersive space. With a beautiful coastal backdrop and world-renowned artists, it is going to be a weekend to remember." 

Programme manager, Tom Forth said: "This September we’re thrilled to welcome some of the world’s finest artists to the first Folk On The Coast festival.

"Expect diversity from right across the genre; from the contemporary to the traditional, electrifying performances to intimate storytelling and Folk royalty to some of Merseyside’s most promising folk purveyors."

The full weekend line-up is:

Friday

  • Ceilidh - The Final Nails, Split Level (Phil Chisnall & Lynne Strange), John Walsh, Gerry Murphy, Keith Wilson, The Skylarks, Raphhael Callaghan, Bread Hotel
  • Workshop: An Introduction to DADGAD with Phil Chisnall
  • Workshop: Sea Themed Poetry with Alison Schultz
  • Special Event: Mind The Step Appalachian Dancers

Saturday

  • Martin Carthy, Martyn Joseph, Cole Stacey, James Delarre & Saul Rose, Mikey Kenney, Katie Nicholas, Keith Wilson, The Far North
  • Q&A: Keith Wilson
  • Q&A: Cole Stacey
  • Special Event: Martyn Joseph Songwriting Talk

Sunday

  • Martin Simpson
  • Jackie Oates and John Spiers
  • Jon Wilks 
  • Maddie Morris
  • The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican
  • Gilmore & Roberts 
  • Joe Topping
  • Jack Rutter
  • Douglas and Moss
  • Mark Pountney
  • Danny Bradley
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Tickets are available from 0151 666 0000 or www.floralpavilion.com