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Folk by the Oak Festival
@folkbytheoak.bsky.social
An uplifting, family friendly summer festival of the finest folk, roots and acoustic music in beautiful leafy parkland.
Hatfield Park, Hertfordshire, UK
Sunday 19 July 2026
www.folkbytheoak.com
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👉 Book now at www.folkbytheoak.com

✨£46.50 until 31 October✨

Supporters, followers & friends of the festival have unlimited access to our best value tickets.

Book now for a whole day of back-to-back live music and festival fun and save 30% on the gate price!

Can't wait to welcome you back 😃💚
👉 Book now at www.folkbytheoak.com

✨£46.50 until 31 October✨

Supporters, followers & friends of the festival have unlimited access to our best value tickets.

Book now for a whole day of back-to-back live music and festival fun and save 30% on the gate price!

Can't wait to welcome you back 😃💚
October 20, 2025 at 11:57 AM
📢 Folk by the Oakers - it's time to tell us what you think!

From burgeoning talent to iconic bands & everything in between, let us know who YOU want to see at #FbtO26 🪕🎶🎻

Answers in the comments please 👇

🎟️ PS - Super Early Bird Tickets on sale SOON - watch this space 👀
October 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Folk by the Oak are thrilled to add our new Yoga & Wellbeing Tent curated by The Oak House Studio and Therapies.
Based over in the Family Area, why not wander over to stretch, breath and relax!
June 24, 2025 at 2:28 PM
We know you all love a sensational summer Folk Festival, but don't forget, it's the local folk clubs that keep the scene alive with regular gatherings throughout the year.

These fabulous clubs support our festival & bring live folk music to every corner of Herts and beyond all year round. 🎻🪕🙏
June 6, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Beltane is here in all it’s shining glory & we're celebrating the sun with your shiny happy festival faces!

Who's hankering for uplifting music, festival vibes, delicious street food, colourful crafting, family fun & more all nestled in our beautiful tree lined arena? We can’t wait to welcome you😊
May 1, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Sharing some of our NEW Stalls and Activities with you 😃👏!

✍💌 Personalised Poetry while you wait, written just for you by Jen Feroze of Jackdaw Editorial

💚🥗 Organic homegrown cauliflower popcorn with Wild Rose Kitchen

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April 29, 2025 at 9:04 AM
🎵👏 Some wonderful musical offerings from the magnificent MELROSE QUARTET 👏🎵
🎻⭐As well as playing the Main Stage, they will also run their RAISE YOUR VOICE! SINGING WORKSHOP in The Grove Tent. Everyone welcome!🎻⭐
🕺And... they'll be leading our CEILIDH this year too - can't wait to get dancing! 🕺
April 10, 2025 at 12:37 PM
🎪 The full 2025 line-up has now landed!

And at Folk by the Oak you can see every single set - join us for a day of back-to-back live music and enjoy a summer soundscape of astonishing musical talent.

Don't forget 🎟️ Early Bird Tickets available until 31 March!
We can’t wait to welcome you 😊
March 7, 2025 at 3:32 PM
✨ Shining a light on our final Main Stage announcement - Orchestra Baobab! ✨

As exceptional as ever this powerhouse of world music brings to the stage an uplifting blend of Afro-Cuban & traditional griot music, sure to get all you Folk by the Oakers on your feet and dancing to their classic tunes!
March 7, 2025 at 3:20 PM
✨ Shining a light on our final Acorn Stage announcement – The Deep Blue! ✨

Since they first burst onto the scene in 2021 they have been captivating audiences with hypnotically beautiful harmonies masterfully fused with rebellious lyrics.

We love their sound – the perfect fit for our Acorn Stage!
March 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
@atthebarrier.bsky.social thanks for the shout out and see you at Folk by the Oak! 🙏🌞
January 27, 2025 at 12:16 PM
📢 4 more exceptional artists & stand out sets to look forward to!
✨ Protest song powerhouse Grace Petrie
✨ High-energy Scottish neo-trad trio Project Smok
✨ Suntou Susso Music and his 6 piece band
✨Talented trio Holly and the Reivers
Early Bird Discount until 31 January! 🎉
🎟️www.folkbytheoak.com
January 24, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🌟 There's much excitement at FBTO HQ - we are on the cusp of announcing yet more fantastic artists. And Early Bird Tickets are still available until 31 January!🎉

Here's a reminder of the amazing line-up so far.

🎟️ For artist insights, festival fabulousness & tickets ➡️www.folkbytheoak
January 23, 2025 at 12:10 PM
✨ Announcing Our 2025 Headliners - BEAR'S DEN! ✨

These international legends & Ivor Novello Award nominees are renowned for anthemic songs, accomplished musicianship and emotive live shows. This will be a Folk by the Oak finale to remember!

🎟 Early Bird Tickets until 31 Jan!
www.folkbytheoak.com
January 14, 2025 at 10:03 AM
✨ Wishing all of our wonderful Folk by the Oak family - our audience, artists, craftspeople, entertainers, volunteers and crew - a very merry festive season.

See you all in 2025 with our Main Stage HEADLINER ANNOUNCEMENT!!! ✨
December 18, 2024 at 1:47 PM
📢 Our first line-up announcements for 2025!

Main Stage:
✨ ’First Lady of Folk’ #KateRusby
✨ The rip-roaring #FishermansFriends
✨ Exciting new #MelroseQuartet project, ‘Music, Heritage, Place’, co-directed by #NancyKerr

🔊 Sound up to enjoy Kate Rusby – The Fairest of all Yarrow!
December 16, 2024 at 10:37 AM
Reposted by Folk by the Oak Festival
So pleased to present this tour from the wonderful Spell Songs. A little gift of light in dark times. Featuring Jackie Morris conjuring creatures with ink and paint. Inspired of course by The Lost Words and The Lost Spells byJackie and @robgmacfarlane.bsky.social
November 15, 2024 at 9:04 PM
Looking forward to hanging out in the #BlueSky with like minded music lovers and festival fans!
November 18, 2024 at 9:56 AM