Downend Folk & Roots
@downendfolkroots.bsky.social
Monthly folk, roots and acoustic music concerts in Downend, near Bristol, UK.
NEXT AT DOWNEND FOLK & ROOTS
It’s bluegrass night in South Gloucestershire this month as highly-rated four-piece The Often Herd travel from Newcastle to headline our February concert.
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#livemusic #bluegrassmusic #downend #bristol
It’s bluegrass night in South Gloucestershire this month as highly-rated four-piece The Often Herd travel from Newcastle to headline our February concert.
MORE INFO: downendfolkandroots.com/index.php/56...
#livemusic #bluegrassmusic #downend #bristol
January 27, 2026 at 2:42 PM
NEXT AT DOWNEND FOLK & ROOTS
It’s bluegrass night in South Gloucestershire this month as highly-rated four-piece The Often Herd travel from Newcastle to headline our February concert.
MORE INFO: downendfolkandroots.com/index.php/56...
#livemusic #bluegrassmusic #downend #bristol
It’s bluegrass night in South Gloucestershire this month as highly-rated four-piece The Often Herd travel from Newcastle to headline our February concert.
MORE INFO: downendfolkandroots.com/index.php/56...
#livemusic #bluegrassmusic #downend #bristol
In case you missed it...
We are delighted to announce our programme for Summer 2026. As usual, we’re bringing you the very best from across the folk, roots, acoustic and bluegrass genres.
MORE INFO: downendfolkandroots.com/index.php/56...
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
We are delighted to announce our programme for Summer 2026. As usual, we’re bringing you the very best from across the folk, roots, acoustic and bluegrass genres.
MORE INFO: downendfolkandroots.com/index.php/56...
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
January 27, 2026 at 12:03 PM
In case you missed it...
We are delighted to announce our programme for Summer 2026. As usual, we’re bringing you the very best from across the folk, roots, acoustic and bluegrass genres.
MORE INFO: downendfolkandroots.com/index.php/56...
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
We are delighted to announce our programme for Summer 2026. As usual, we’re bringing you the very best from across the folk, roots, acoustic and bluegrass genres.
MORE INFO: downendfolkandroots.com/index.php/56...
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
We’re all set to announce our Summer 2026 Programme at 6.00pm tomorrow (Sunday).
In the meantime, any guesses? Or suggestions for the future?
Those on our mailing list found out yesterday, so those people are strictly forbidden from commenting!
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
In the meantime, any guesses? Or suggestions for the future?
Those on our mailing list found out yesterday, so those people are strictly forbidden from commenting!
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
January 24, 2026 at 1:04 PM
We’re all set to announce our Summer 2026 Programme at 6.00pm tomorrow (Sunday).
In the meantime, any guesses? Or suggestions for the future?
Those on our mailing list found out yesterday, so those people are strictly forbidden from commenting!
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
In the meantime, any guesses? Or suggestions for the future?
Those on our mailing list found out yesterday, so those people are strictly forbidden from commenting!
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
Thanks to Bristol’s top independent magazine, @bristol247.bsky.social, for including the review of last Friday, as we welcomed The Black Feathers with support from Bristol’s own Hannah Wood. Read it via the link below.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
Review: the Black Feathers, Downend Folk & Roots - 'Country-got-Soul beauty'
It's new year, old favourites as this country tinged folk duo return to the north east Bristol folk club
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January 23, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Thanks to Bristol’s top independent magazine, @bristol247.bsky.social, for including the review of last Friday, as we welcomed The Black Feathers with support from Bristol’s own Hannah Wood. Read it via the link below.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
There’s now a third (and final) video of The Black Feathers on our YouTube channel.
‘The Ghosts Have Eaten Well’ was the duo’s encore, and rounded off an evening that will live long in the memory, Enjoy!
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
‘The Ghosts Have Eaten Well’ was the duo’s encore, and rounded off an evening that will live long in the memory, Enjoy!
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
The Black Feathers - The Ghosts Have Eaten Well (live at Downend Folk & Roots)
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January 22, 2026 at 6:37 PM
There’s now a third (and final) video of The Black Feathers on our YouTube channel.
‘The Ghosts Have Eaten Well’ was the duo’s encore, and rounded off an evening that will live long in the memory, Enjoy!
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
‘The Ghosts Have Eaten Well’ was the duo’s encore, and rounded off an evening that will live long in the memory, Enjoy!
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
Here’s a snippet of Hannah Wood from Friday evening’s concert. You can watch the full version on our YouTube channel, via the link below. Please do subscribe while you’re there.
#livemusic #folkmusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
WATCH THE FULL VIDEO: youtu.be/ZrFc1DAgn_M
#livemusic #folkmusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
WATCH THE FULL VIDEO: youtu.be/ZrFc1DAgn_M
January 21, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Here’s a snippet of Hannah Wood from Friday evening’s concert. You can watch the full version on our YouTube channel, via the link below. Please do subscribe while you’re there.
#livemusic #folkmusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
WATCH THE FULL VIDEO: youtu.be/ZrFc1DAgn_M
#livemusic #folkmusic #singersongwriter #downend #bristol
WATCH THE FULL VIDEO: youtu.be/ZrFc1DAgn_M
Here’s a snippet from the second video of The Black Feathers from last Friday’s concert. This song is called ‘Unbreakable’ and we think it’s gorgeous.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
The Black Feathers - Unbreakable (live at Downend Folk & Roots)
YouTube video by Downend Folk & Roots
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January 20, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Here’s a snippet from the second video of The Black Feathers from last Friday’s concert. This song is called ‘Unbreakable’ and we think it’s gorgeous.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
We're pleased to say that Downend Cards and Gifts have agreed to sell tickets to our monthly concerts.
As before, it will be cash only, and it will really help if you have the right money.
Make sure you have a good look around the shop while you're in there!
#downend #community
As before, it will be cash only, and it will really help if you have the right money.
Make sure you have a good look around the shop while you're in there!
#downend #community
January 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM
We're pleased to say that Downend Cards and Gifts have agreed to sell tickets to our monthly concerts.
As before, it will be cash only, and it will really help if you have the right money.
Make sure you have a good look around the shop while you're in there!
#downend #community
As before, it will be cash only, and it will really help if you have the right money.
Make sure you have a good look around the shop while you're in there!
#downend #community
The first video of The Black Feathers from last Friday’s concert is now up on our YouTube channel. There’s a snippet below, and you can watch the full version via the link in the comments.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
January 19, 2026 at 6:21 PM
The first video of The Black Feathers from last Friday’s concert is now up on our YouTube channel. There’s a snippet below, and you can watch the full version via the link in the comments.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
Our review of last night’s incredible concert, featuring The Black feathers with support from Hannah Wood, is now up on the website. Thanks to @tallfolk46.bsky.social for the review, and to Barry Savell for the photos.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
January 17, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Our review of last night’s incredible concert, featuring The Black feathers with support from Hannah Wood, is now up on the website. Thanks to @tallfolk46.bsky.social for the review, and to Barry Savell for the photos.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
Well, The Black Feathers are sounding absolutely glorious in soundcheck. We can still squeeze a few more people in, and you can pay on the door. See you from 7.00pm. #livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
January 16, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Well, The Black Feathers are sounding absolutely glorious in soundcheck. We can still squeeze a few more people in, and you can pay on the door. See you from 7.00pm. #livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
There will be a limited number of tckets available on the door at Christ Church Downend (pictured, for the algorithms!) as we welcome The Black Feathers, with support from Hannah Wood, on Friday evening.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
January 15, 2026 at 12:37 PM
There will be a limited number of tckets available on the door at Christ Church Downend (pictured, for the algorithms!) as we welcome The Black Feathers, with support from Hannah Wood, on Friday evening.
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
Over a hundred tckets for The Black Feathers + Hannah Wood on Friday have already been snapped up. We told you this one would be popular!
Grab yours now; online via the website, or in person from Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only).
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
Grab yours now; online via the website, or in person from Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only).
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
January 11, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Over a hundred tckets for The Black Feathers + Hannah Wood on Friday have already been snapped up. We told you this one would be popular!
Grab yours now; online via the website, or in person from Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only).
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
Grab yours now; online via the website, or in person from Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only).
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
As usual, we’ll have a brilliant artist to get next Friday's concert underway. Hannah Wood is a Bristol vocalist and songwriter who draws influences from folk, soul and pop to create dreamy, sometimes haunting, sounds.
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
January 9, 2026 at 5:07 PM
As usual, we’ll have a brilliant artist to get next Friday's concert underway. Hannah Wood is a Bristol vocalist and songwriter who draws influences from folk, soul and pop to create dreamy, sometimes haunting, sounds.
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
#livemusic #folkmusic #downend #bristol
We're so excited for the FOURTH visit of The Black Feathers, on Friday 16 January. Here's a little taster of what you can expect. #livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
Next at Downend Folk & Roots: The Black Feathers
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January 5, 2026 at 4:49 PM
We're so excited for the FOURTH visit of The Black Feathers, on Friday 16 January. Here's a little taster of what you can expect. #livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #downend #bristol
Next: The Black Feathers
Friday 16 January
7.45pm (doors open 7.00pm)
Christ Church Downend
Tckets from the website or Melanie's Kitchen
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
Friday 16 January
7.45pm (doors open 7.00pm)
Christ Church Downend
Tckets from the website or Melanie's Kitchen
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
December 28, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Next: The Black Feathers
Friday 16 January
7.45pm (doors open 7.00pm)
Christ Church Downend
Tckets from the website or Melanie's Kitchen
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
Friday 16 January
7.45pm (doors open 7.00pm)
Christ Church Downend
Tckets from the website or Melanie's Kitchen
#livemusic #folkmusic #americanamusic #countrymusic #downend #bristol
Merry Christmas to all those that celebrate it, from all of us at DF&R; and to those that don’t, we wish you a restful break this Winter.
Bryony Griffith & Alice Jones - Hark, How All the Welkin Rings (live at Downend Folk & Roots)
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December 25, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Merry Christmas to all those that celebrate it, from all of us at DF&R; and to those that don’t, we wish you a restful break this Winter.
As is now traditional, @heartwoodchorus.bsky.social got our festive concert underway on Friday, and here’s a video from their set. Thanks, again, to @livetoyourlr.bsky.social for the footage.
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #choir #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #choir #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
Heartwood Chorus - The Wise Men and The Star (live at Downend Folk & Roots)
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December 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
As is now traditional, @heartwoodchorus.bsky.social got our festive concert underway on Friday, and here’s a video from their set. Thanks, again, to @livetoyourlr.bsky.social for the footage.
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #choir #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #choir #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
Here’s a second video of @bryonyandalice.bsky.social from Friday evening. Thanks, again, to @livetoyourlr.bsky.social for the footage.
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
Bryony Griffith & Alice Jones - Change for a Guinea (live from Downend Folk & Roots)
YouTube video by Downend Folk & Roots
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December 23, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Here’s a second video of @bryonyandalice.bsky.social from Friday evening. Thanks, again, to @livetoyourlr.bsky.social for the footage.
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
Here’s a snippet from our video of Bryony performing 'Early Pearly', the song that started off the idea for their Winter album, from Friday evening. #livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
Bryony Griffith & Alice Jones - Early Pearly (live at Downend Folk & Roots)
YouTube video by Downend Folk & Roots
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December 22, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Here’s a snippet from our video of Bryony performing 'Early Pearly', the song that started off the idea for their Winter album, from Friday evening. #livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol #livestreamedconcert
“They are as Yorkshire as a good strong cup of tea and are brimming with feelings of fireside and friendship, of harmony and happiness. Griffith plays fiddle, Jones tenor guitar and when they sing together you can feel the crackling warmth of a really good pub hearth.” - Gavin McNamara.
December 21, 2025 at 5:12 PM
“They are as Yorkshire as a good strong cup of tea and are brimming with feelings of fireside and friendship, of harmony and happiness. Griffith plays fiddle, Jones tenor guitar and when they sing together you can feel the crackling warmth of a really good pub hearth.” - Gavin McNamara.
There will be a limited number of balcony tckets available on the door for this evening's concert, as we welcome @bryonyandalice.bsky.social + @heartwoodchorus.bsky.social. Doors open at 7.00pm for a 7.45pm start.
You can also live-stream the concert to your own home, via @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
You can also live-stream the concert to your own home, via @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
December 19, 2025 at 1:46 PM
There will be a limited number of balcony tckets available on the door for this evening's concert, as we welcome @bryonyandalice.bsky.social + @heartwoodchorus.bsky.social. Doors open at 7.00pm for a 7.45pm start.
You can also live-stream the concert to your own home, via @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
You can also live-stream the concert to your own home, via @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
THAT'S IT! All of the seats downstairs for @bryonyandalice.bsky.social 'Wesselbobs' show on Friday have gone.
We hope to be able to open up a few more seats in the balcony... watch this space!
You can also watch from own sofa thanks to our partnership with @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
We hope to be able to open up a few more seats in the balcony... watch this space!
You can also watch from own sofa thanks to our partnership with @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
December 14, 2025 at 9:35 PM
THAT'S IT! All of the seats downstairs for @bryonyandalice.bsky.social 'Wesselbobs' show on Friday have gone.
We hope to be able to open up a few more seats in the balcony... watch this space!
You can also watch from own sofa thanks to our partnership with @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
We hope to be able to open up a few more seats in the balcony... watch this space!
You can also watch from own sofa thanks to our partnership with @livetoyourlr.bsky.social.
December’s edition of Downend Voice is out now, and as usual, it includes a preview of this month’s concert, as we welcome @bryonyandalice.bsky.social for our festive special on Friday 19 December.
There are only TWENTY tckets left...
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol
There are only TWENTY tckets left...
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol
December 11, 2025 at 4:16 PM
December’s edition of Downend Voice is out now, and as usual, it includes a preview of this month’s concert, as we welcome @bryonyandalice.bsky.social for our festive special on Friday 19 December.
There are only TWENTY tckets left...
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol
There are only TWENTY tckets left...
#livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol
LAST FEW TCKETS!
There really aren’t many tckets left for @bryonyandalice.bsky.social, it will SELL 0UT in the next few days. You can book online via the website or head to Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only). #livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol
There really aren’t many tckets left for @bryonyandalice.bsky.social, it will SELL 0UT in the next few days. You can book online via the website or head to Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only). #livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol
Next at Downend Folk & Roots: Bryony Griffith & Alice Jones
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December 11, 2025 at 11:22 AM
LAST FEW TCKETS!
There really aren’t many tckets left for @bryonyandalice.bsky.social, it will SELL 0UT in the next few days. You can book online via the website or head to Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only). #livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol
There really aren’t many tckets left for @bryonyandalice.bsky.social, it will SELL 0UT in the next few days. You can book online via the website or head to Melanie's Kitchen in Downend (cash only). #livemusic #folkmusic #christmas #downend #bristol