Bromyard Folk Music Festival 2025

Bromyard Folk Festival

11th-14th September 2025

Future of Young Folk Award Winner

  • Granny’s Attic

    Granny’s Attic

    Worcester-based folk trio Granny’s Attic will take to the stage at Bromyard Folk Festival 2025, bringing their trademark energy and masterful musicianship to the event. As Festival Patrons, the group—comprised of Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne (melodeon, concertina, vocals), George Sansome (guitar, vocals), and Lewis Wood (violin, vocals)—are proud supporters of the festival and its rich folk traditions.

    Renowned for their dynamic performances and deep-rooted passion for traditional English folk music, Granny’s Attic have built a strong following since forming in 2009. Their latest album, The Brickfields, highlights their ever-evolving sound, seamlessly blending traditional tunes with original compositions.

    In 2014 Cohen won the prestigious Future of Young Folk Award at the festival.

    Attendees can expect an exhilarating performance from this talented trio at Bromyard Folk Festival 2025, where their engaging stage presence and skillful musicianship will once again be a festival highlight.

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  • Ruskin

    Ruskin

    Ruskin initially started as a way for Kynan and Gudrun to share with each other their backgrounds and passion for unaccompanied singing. In exchanging shanties and yodlers, Austrian folk tunes and songs of the British isles, a mutual interest in stories of people and politics emerged. What started on the beaches of Sidmouth was honed on the hills of Sheffield, with a foundation of songs in the new tradition inspired by the likes of Coope, Boyes and Simpson, the Wilsons, Roy Bailey and many a formidable session singer.
    Kynan’s award winning vocals (Shantyperson of the Year 2023 and Future of Young Folk 2024) are enhanced, enriched and refined by Gudrun’s harmonies which are sometimes haunting, other times soothing and always expertly crafted.

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  • Georgia Lewis

    Georgia Lewis

    Georgia Lewis is a vibrant and charismatic ceilidh and line dance caller who brings infectious energy and a touch of sparkle to every dance floor. Best known for launching Bristol’s wildly popular Cowboy Choreo Nights, Georgia has a talent for getting everyone – from first-timers to seasoned dancers – up and moving with confidence and joy. Expect easy-to-learn moves, high-energy routines, and a playlist that ranges from classic country to crunk-country remixes. Sequins, boots, and big smiles guaranteed – Georgia’s calling the fun at Bromyard Folk Festival!

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  • Seb Stone

    Seb Stone

    Seb Stone is an emerging folk singer who has quickly made a name for himself in the folk music scene, earning recognition as the 2022 winner of Bromyard Folk Festival’s Future of Young Folk Award. Hailing from Sheffield, Seb brings a fresh yet deeply rooted perspective to traditional music, combining his vocal talents with expert self-accompaniment on the uilleann pipes and whistle. His unique blend of instruments and voice creates a sound that is both hauntingly beautiful and richly textured, resonating with audiences who appreciate the depth and emotion of folk music.

    As a vocalist, Seb has a distinctive voice that captures the essence of the traditional songs he performs, imbuing them with a sense of history and authenticity. His ability to convey the stories and emotions behind these songs is enhanced by his skill on the uilleann pipes and whistle, instruments that add a layer of complexity and nuance to his performances. The combination of Seb’s voice with these traditional Irish instruments creates a powerful and evocative listening experience that sets him apart from other young artists in the genre.

    Seb’s talent has not gone unnoticed in the folk community. His award from the Bromyard Folk Festival highlights his potential as a rising star in the folk world, and his performances continue to draw attention for their emotional depth and technical skill. As he continues to develop his craft, Seb Stone is poised to become a significant voice in contemporary folk music, bringing a fresh yet respectful approach to the traditions he so clearly cherishes.

    With a promising future ahead, Seb Stone represents the next generation of folk artists who are dedicated to keeping the tradition alive while also making it relevant to modern audiences. His work is a testament to the enduring power of folk music and its ability to connect people across generations.

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