Folk by the Oak

Folk by the Oak An uplifting, family friendly festival of the finest folk, roots and acoustic music in beautiful leafy parkland
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Folk by the Oak is a festival of folk's finest acts, gathered in beautiful leafy parkland for one uplifting summer day of music. Artist applications: [email protected], trading applications: [email protected], general enquiries [email protected]

We’re very excited to be welcoming the wonderful to lead some nature-inspired singing in The Grove 🌿All ages & abilitie...
25/05/2026

We’re very excited to be welcoming the wonderful to lead some nature-inspired singing in The Grove 🌿

All ages & abilities welcome 😊

Ben is a singer and composer who runs the South London-based , and previously led our two sell-out Spell Songs Choral Songbook launch concerts at Sinfonia Smith Square last autumn.

You’ll be in very safe musical hands, so come along, raise your voices and Sing it to the Birds 🕊️

May 15-21 is the first official Festival Week! To celebrate, we’re looking back at our very first Folk by the Oak in 200...
19/05/2026

May 15-21 is the first official Festival Week!

To celebrate, we’re looking back at our very first Folk by the Oak in 2008 - when we first fulfilled our dream of bringing together some of the wonderful musicians we had long admired 🎶

And what a day it was…

We’ve had such fun looking back at these photos - when was your first Folk by the Oak?

17/05/2026

We can’t believe there are only 2 months to go!

The days are getting longer and warmer, and it’s getting us very excited for July 😊

A full day of music, good company and plenty of lovely moments - not long now 🎶

16/05/2026

Nest

Our first 5 food traders are here!We’re very happy to start sharing some of the wonderful traders joining us in the Food...
14/05/2026

Our first 5 food traders are here!

We’re very happy to start sharing some of the wonderful traders joining us in the Food Village this year.

🐘 - Caribbean fusion food full of flavour

🥘 La Paella Paella - artisan paella and tapas

🧇 - the UK’s best waffles on a stick

🧀 Toastielicious - gooey, crispy sourdough grilled cheese toasties

🌱 - wholesome, vegan and gluten-free dishes

A great start… and there’s plenty more to come 😊

We’re so excited to be welcoming the wonderful Lempen Puppet Theatre Company to Folk by the Oak this year 🎭 Imaginative...
12/05/2026

We’re so excited to be welcoming the wonderful Lempen Puppet Theatre Company to Folk by the Oak this year 🎭

Imaginative, spellbinding, surprising and sometimes a little bit bonkers…

They bring magical tales to life through puppetry and music, drawing on myth and folklore to take you on a journey there and back again 🌿

10/05/2026

A festival the whole family can enjoy ✨

From hands-on activities and creative workshops to plenty of space to relax, Folk by the Oak is designed so every family member can have a good day.

With our Family Area just a short wander from the main stage, you can enjoy the music while little ones stay happily entertained!

It’s all part of what makes the day feel easy, relaxed and full of lovely moments 🌿

What’s new for 2026?Here’s a little round-up of some of the new stallholders you’ll find at this year’s festival:🌼 Aah K...
07/05/2026

What’s new for 2026?

Here’s a little round-up of some of the new stallholders you’ll find at this year’s festival:

🌼 Aah Kid - oh-so-jolly upcycled and pre-loved children’s clothes

🌿 Rajmohr - beautiful India-inspired vintage clothing and accessories

🌸 - handmade, seasonal dried flower crowns and wreaths

🍔 Free Range Jane - delicious free range chicken burgers and hand-cut chips

🌳 - nature-inspired handmade sterling silver jewellery

🎨 - corn dolly and thaumatrope workshops inspired by folklore

We’re looking forward to welcoming them into the field ✨

Since 2008, we’ve been proud to support Willow Foundation - a national charity creating special days for seriously ill ...
04/05/2026

Since 2008, we’ve been proud to support Willow Foundation - a national charity creating special days for seriously ill young adults and their families 🌿

Together, we’ve now raised over £140,000, including an incredible £13,600 in 2025 alone!

50p from every ticket goes towards helping Willow create moments that allow people to reconnect, make memories and enjoy something truly meaningful.

We’ll be welcoming their brilliant team and volunteers back to Folk By The Oak again this year 😊

01/05/2026

Early one morning, just as the sun was rising… 🎶

…our very own Hemlock Morris Dancers were up with the lark this May Day morning, celebrating Beltane with bells on 🌿

We’re very happy to have their Morris merriness back at Folk by the Oak again this year!

You can also catch them this May Bank Holiday weekend at:

📍 Elstow Abbey May - 2nd May
📍 Ickwell May Day - 4th May

Address

Hatfield Park
Hatfield
AL9 5NQ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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