Bluegrass in Hexham

Bluegrass in Hexham Home of all things bluegrass in the North East of England, including Hexham Bluegrass festival.

Love driving guitar, fiery fiddle licks, and sweet vocals? Then you’ll want to catch The Philippa Ogden Trio! 🎻Fronted b...
25/05/2026

Love driving guitar, fiery fiddle licks, and sweet vocals? Then you’ll want to catch The Philippa Ogden Trio! 🎻

Fronted by Philippa Ogden, a familiar face to regular festival-goers from her time with Errant Moose, this lineup sees her joined by Max Vizard and Damon Kilcawley. Both are firm favourites on the UK bluegrass scene, having played in the band Mr Saturday Night, as well as many sessions across the country.

Together, they bring a set of original songs rooted in place and perspective - drawing on Philippa’s connection to her hometown, alongside themes of identity and storytelling.

Catch them on the Saturday - and keep your eyes peeled on this page as we spotlight more bandstand acts!

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Fun in the sun at the market this morning!
23/05/2026

Fun in the sun at the market this morning!

Hexham Bluegrass will be busking at Hexham Farmers' market this morning between 10-12. Thanks to Dave Barden for his exc...
23/05/2026

Hexham Bluegrass will be busking at Hexham Farmers' market this morning between 10-12. Thanks to Dave Barden for his excellent drawing.

Attention banjo enthusiasts! 🪕This year’s lineup features Dan Walsh – a banjo player extraordinaire who’s appeared at fo...
22/05/2026

Attention banjo enthusiasts! 🪕

This year’s lineup features Dan Walsh – a banjo player extraordinaire who’s appeared at folk, bluegrass, and americana festivals right across the UK and beyond.

Described as “one of the UK’s leading lights in melodic clawhammer banjo,” Dan’s playing is driving and percussive, packed with syncopation and inventive phrasing that really sets him apart.

Expect a mix of songs and tunes, thoughtful arrangements, and a performance full of energy!

You can catch Dan at the bandstand on Sunday. For full details of the festival, click on the link in the comments.

Well, it's not happening in Hexham but our very own The Often Herd touring the USA! You can catch Rupert and Niles at so...
19/05/2026

Well, it's not happening in Hexham but our very own The Often Herd touring the USA! You can catch Rupert and Niles at some fringe gigs if not on stage at Hexham Bluegrass and Americana Festival 25-26 July

A chance to catch Niles Kreiger and Rupert Hughes with The Sinners at the Tyne Bar 3pm. Saturday 30 May. Then up the roa...
18/05/2026

A chance to catch Niles Kreiger and Rupert Hughes with The Sinners at the Tyne Bar 3pm. Saturday 30 May. Then up the road to see Dan Walsh 7.30. at The Cumberland Arms

Introducing the first of our bandstand acts, and what better way to kick it off than with our headliner - !This band hav...
16/05/2026

Introducing the first of our bandstand acts, and what better way to kick it off than with our headliner - !

This band have one mission: to bring back the raw, powerful and authentic sound of the early years of Bluegrass music – no compromises. 🪕

Featuring guitar, fiddle, banjo, bass and top notch harmonies, this band are the real deal - delivering toe-tappin' bluegrass as authentically as they possibly can. 🙌

We can’t wait to welcome them all the way from Italy to the Sele this July – it’s going to be a good one!

Hexham Bluegrass and Americana Festival just wouldn't be the same without our Friday night Hoedown
12/05/2026

Hexham Bluegrass and Americana Festival just wouldn't be the same without our Friday night Hoedown

This month's Hexham Bluegrass session coming up 7-9pm. on Wednesday 13 May at the Platform Bar, Hexham Rail Station. All...
10/05/2026

This month's Hexham Bluegrass session coming up 7-9pm. on Wednesday 13 May at the Platform Bar, Hexham Rail Station. All welcome. Great beer, coffee and cake! Many thanks for the drawings by Dave Barden, whose Images of Jazz exhibition is at Queens Hall Arts Centre until 30 May

Drumroll please! 🥁The annoucement we have all been waiting for - our festival's fantastic lineup! As usual we've managed...
08/05/2026

Drumroll please! 🥁

The annoucement we have all been waiting for - our festival's fantastic lineup!

As usual we've managed to secure some of the best talent in the UK and Europe, and can't wait to welcome them to Hexham. ✨️

From rip-roaring bluegrass and country, to heartfelt americana, folk, and singer-songwriters - we're delighted to showcase a wide range of artists making waves in the bluegrass, roots, and country scene.

If you haven't already- save the date!

🗓25-26 July 2026
📍Sele and beyond

Our event is free, and promises to be a fantastic day filled with music and good times - so grab your picnic blanket, chair, and come on down to enjoy the tunes 🤠

Proudly supported by Arts Council England funding. 💙

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