Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair

9 May 2026
11:30 – 20:00
Wolverton Manor, Shorwell

Set in the beautiful grounds of Wolverton Manor, the Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair returns for another day of live music, good food and laid-back festival atmosphere. Now in its 14th year, this much-loved West Wight event has become a firm fixture on the Island’s calendar, bringing together a brilliant mix of folk, blues and acoustic talent in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.

Alongside great music, you’ll find locally produced food, craft stalls, a traditional tea tent and a real ale bar, all surrounded by the peaceful countryside of Shorwell. Best of all, the event raises money for Teenage & Young Adult Cancer Care and local school Brighstone Primary, meaning every ticket helps support an important cause.

The Main Stage will host a packed line-up of artists from across the UK and beyond, including:

• Award-winning UK bluesman Errol Linton and his band

• Bluegrass and folk favourites The Thumping Tommys

• US Delta blues artist Ray Cashman with Lucy Piper

Other confirmed artists include:

The Gilkicker Weevils, Second Time Around, Milo, Doug Alldred & The Silver Lining, The Bohemians, Feck! The King Bees, Brighstone Barnacles, The Purple Emperors, Berlingo Flick, The Hollow Creek Band, F9 Uking The Blues, Our Annie-R and Moonshine Border Morris.

Tickets

Advance tickets: £14
On the day: £16
Children 12 and under go free

Advance tickets are available from:

• Waterstones Bookshop, Newport

• The Village Shop, Brighstone

• Briddlesford Lodge Farm Shop, Wootton Bridge

• Brighstone School

• Orchard Brothers, Freshwater Bay