Upcoming Events

Le Vent du Nord are firm friends of WemsFest, and their local audience continues to grow despite the likelihood that many listeners won't understand a word that's being sung - it doesn't matter! If you've seen them before, you know. If you haven't, take a chance on something different - you will not regret it! The multi-award-winning and highly acclaimed Le Vent du Nord is a leading force in Québec’s progressive francophone folk movement.  The group’s vast repertoire draws from…

Founding member of legendary Californian psychedelic rock band Country Joe & The Fish - Barry 'The Fish' Melton on lead vocals and guitar, plus Rob Beckinsale on keyboard and vocals, Canadian guitarist Natalie Martel on rhythm guitar, Steve Browning on bass, Parisian Stephane Missri on guitar and vocals, and Bernie Fox on drums. A rare opportunity to savour some of the music of one of the finest psychedelic rock bands in the world, in an incredibly intimate venue in the…

Passionate playing by this Italian duo who stunned everyone when they played The Old Malthouse in Chidham last year. Hip, cool, and highly entertaining, this duo enjoyed a hugely successful UK tour last year and are back for more! Country blues, and ragtime, hokum, jug band and rural music from the 1920s and 1930s and beyond. “Good time blues is alive and well and residing in… Milan, Italy. A band with a mission” – Folk & Roots Magazine Veronica Sbergia…

Our 9th Emsworth Beer, Wine, & Cider Festival will have around 25 delicious cask-conditioned ales from near and far, including interesting local brews and national award winners, along with a number of excellent ciders.  We will be joined by two of Emsworth’s independent wine merchants, Bush Vines and Vin Wine Merchants, who will be providing a range of wines by the glass.  Please note we do not stock ales which you will find in the Emsworth area – we source from as far…

Gordon Giltrap and John Etheridge - two of the finest and most original guitarists in concert separately and together in the wonderfully intimate Old Malthouse. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IT6mq3-aC4s As always, we’ll have our licensed bar serving delicious beers from Langham Brewery 🍻 as well as wines, local cider, nonalcoholic beers, & soft drinks.  All profits from bar & ticket sales are reinvested in the local community 🎫 Tickets available from Bookends and Harbour Records Emsworth in Emsworth village, and online here Unreserved…

One half of one of the most original outfits of the time, John Fiddler co-founded Medicine Head back in 1968 and signed to John Peel’s Dandelion label.  Medicine Head's 'One and One is One' is one of those timeless songs that brought them to the attention of the masses and paved the way for an ongoing career dipping into the blues but consistent in it's accomplishment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u82xGjcqXI John Fiddler and Medicine Head have a new album ‘Heartwork’ featuring ten brand…

A welcome return to our friends who have pushed the term 'folk-rock' to the edge of the universe over several decades - too many to mention. Expect consummate musicianship, and a liberal amount of corny jokes, and you won't be disappointed ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLiSidYk9C4 Whether you are a long-time fan, a dedicated Cropredy festivalgoer, or a newcomer to their music, an evening with Fairport Convention is sure to surprise and delight you 🎶❤️🎵 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJRPA006iXk As usual we’ll have our licensed bar…

El Pony Pisador is a lively and unique band from Barcelona, known for an eclectic blend of musical styles and humorous, adventurous spirit.  Their mix of folk sounds from all over the world results in a fun and energetic sound that’s unpredictable and full of personality.   From their native Catalan songs and dances to Celtic and Mediterranean tunes, yodelling, Tuvan throat singing, to even Georgian polyphony or Balkan polyrhythms. El Pony Pisador is well-regarded for their ability to engage…