Lowther's Folk & Roots Festival

20/05/2026

New on sale this week! Live in the Chapman, Book today to secure your seat.https://buff.ly/8CLl53k

25/04/2026

Looking for some last minute Folk Rock Entertainment in the heart of Lytham... look no further! https://buff.ly/TjRG9yO

Tonight, 7:30pm, Lowther Pavilion, FREE Parking, No Booking FEE. With all the very best hits, including Little Lion Man, I Will Wait, The Cave, Rushmere and many more, this is a stomp and holler not to be missed!

A TRIBUTE TO THE AWARD-WINNING FOLK-ROCK BAND MUMFORD & SONS The Mumford & Sons Story recreates the incredible tale of the floor-stomping folk-rock band who took the world by storm. Four masterful live musicians come together in waistcoats, skinny jeans and bushy beards to celebrate the best of Mumf...

14/04/2026

Last chance to book tickets to see one of the great singer/songwriters to emerge from the 80’s Liverpool music scene, founder and lead singer with chart topping The Icicle Works, Ian McNabb comes to Lowther Pavilion, Lytham on Thursday 19 April 2026.

One of the great singer/songwriters to emerge from the 80’s Liverpool music scene, founder and lead singer with chart topping The Icicle Works, Ian McNabb comes to Lowther Pavilion, Lytham on Thursday 19 April 2026. McNabb with his rich, resonant voice crafted a unique blend of post-punk and new w...

25/03/2026

Twists of roots, blues and psychedelia, in a vibe that lies firmly with the 60s spirit of free music. Liz Jones & Broken Windows sound only like themselves, but have been compared to Little Feat, The Faces and Fleetwood Mac, with similarities lying in group buzz on stage and a wave goodbye to neat boxes, each tune simply taken on the path it carves. Live shows are a wild mix of personal expression, genre celebration and individual musicianship.

📆 Sunday 19 April 2026 at 3pm
📌 The Chapman Studio
❌️ No booking fee
🚗 Free on-site parking for ticket holders
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01/03/2026

We might be busy planning our upcoming Folk, Roots & Maritime Festival in July, but we still have some great live music coming up over the year.

Vikki Clayton takes to The Chapman Studio this October. Without any shadow of devilling Clayton is one of the best and most famous female folk singers this country has produced in the past forty years. She first came to prominence when she was a member of cult folk band “Ragged Heroes” after departing that band she went on to forge huge successful solo career to date she has released eight critically a solo albums.

Her set on the night will consist of some of her own original material she has released eight critically acclaimed solo albums to date. She will be also playing contemporary and traditional folk songs. Vikki Clayton is widely recognised as a premier interpreter of Sandy Denny’s material, specifically noted for a voice that echoes Sandy Denny's style. No lover of folk music in Lancashire can afford to miss this show.

Tickets on sale now. 🎟️

📆 Friday 23 October 2026 at 7.30pm
📌 The Chapman Studio
❌️ No booking fee
🚗 Free on-site parking for ticket holders

18/02/2026

We are building up our programming for the Folk Festival this year and are looking to exhibit a local artist and their work across the weekend! If you or someone you know is interested, please email the marketing team at [email protected]!

27/01/2026

We have a number of exciting shows coming up in the run up to the return of our award winning Folk, Roots & Maritime Festival! Here's an overview of what's on and which space it will be in at The Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens
Our team is buzzing with excitement as we finalize the programming details for the Festival, so stay tuned for more updates! 🥰

10/11/2025

What can you expect at our Folk Festival next year? We are in the early planning stages, but thought we'd share some memories from our inaugural debut last year! 🥰
⭐️ Free entry to acts and the festival, with a VIP supporting upgrade to ensure seating in the two stage areas. Helps us keep live music free and accessible for all!
⭐️ Workshops, curated craft vendors and local small businesses selling their handmade creations.
⭐️ Food & Drink all weekend from a variety of vendors with options for all dietary requirements.
⭐️ Live demonstrations of maritime shanty singing and a HUGE selection of Morris Dancing styles from across Yorkshire and Lancashire.
⭐️ Funfair, activity sheets and our beautiful Victorian gardens for little ones to explore.
⭐️ and more in the works for next year!!

07/10/2025

Join us 24th–26th July 2026 for another award-winning weekend of Folk, Roots & Maritime magic — and we want you to be part of it! 🥰

We’re calling out for:
Music Acts (Solo or Bands)
Workshop Leaders
Folk & Heritage Crafters
Speakers or Demonstrators

Got something special to share? Drop us a line at [email protected] and let’s make 2025 the best one yet!