Bridport Folk Festival 2021

A message from the Festival Director

Hi Festival Goers,
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I hope this message finds you safe, well and happy even if a tad frustrated at this time.

We're looking forward as no doubt all music lovers are, to the resumption of Festivals and live music events in general.

2020 did us no favours which sadly led to the cancellation of the Folk Festival and this year isn't looking much better so far.

However, we as a committee have been regularly convening to keep up to date with the situation ever hopeful of welcoming you to our 4th Folk Festival albeit delayed.
BridFolk Fest 21 was planned to be a really spectacular year to compensate for last years loss and although things still appear bleak, we are not dissuaded from preparing the basics in anticipation of the day we are given the green light.
Rest assured that we have collectively agreed to adhere to government legislation and medical advice at all times. Moreover, I personally acknowledge and respect that we also have a duty of care to those performing or attending and will ensure our compliance with the protocols at all times.
Keeping a positive and hopeful vibe, the Festival has initially been postponed until August. These contingency plans for 2021 are subject to permissions as above and will be  considerably downscaled. Despite this, the festival will still provide the fundamental opportunities for Dancers and Musicians to once again breathe the air and perform again.
NB: Please note

Due to the lack of fundraising over the last year and indeed 2021, our budget is severely squeezed and therefore sadly the level of fees will play a big part in our selection process.

Performers

Music ;  Musicians being the lifeblood of our festival are invited to apply for a slot and those wishing to perform are requested to apply by email to the address below;
bridfolkfestperformers2021@gmail.com

Dance ;  Dance sides as with musicians are an integral part of any folk festival and always cordially welcome. If not already contacted, please apply by email to the address below;
bff.dance@hotmail.com​


Camping
At present the camping site is very much an area of concern and no decision has been made as to it's provision at this time. This is however under review and more information will be posted following our deadline meeting at the end of July.

Volunteers
All the above is of course speculative but in order to react speedily to draw the plans together given the opportunity, we will need the essential help and assistance of our brilliant volunteers without whom these events would not happen. An outline of the valuable jobs our volunteers are asked to perform can be found on the Bridport Folk Festival website.

If you feel able to volunteer your services no matter how little, please do so by email to the address below;

bridfolkfestvolunteers@gmail.com
This is the situation so far and we truly hope that it all comes together.

We will post updates to our website as and when information is available so please free to log on for info.
Thank you for reading,

Stay safe, stay well and stay true to Folk,
Chris ​

Confirmation of artists, Dances, Workshops and venues will be announced nearer the time due to possible Covid related restrictions.

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Hi! Welcome to Bridport Folk Festival 2021!

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Crowdfunder

This has been a challenging year for everyone, so it’s exciting to see the Bridport Folk Festival is returning this summer 13th - 15th August. BUT this year we need your help. Due to Covid restrictions, we’ve not been able to raise funds through local bands busking at Bucky Doo. So, we’ve set up a crowdfunding account to raise the money needed to cover the upfront costs and we are asking the local and folk community to support us, as much or as little as they can, so we can bring you a Folk Festival to remember!

I've pledged my support for this great project – have you?

​Check it out https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/bridport-folk-festival-2021

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