Teignmouth’s streets will be alive with the sound of music, bells and clashing sticks later this month as the town celebrates the 25th anniversary of its annual Folk Festival.

A host of talented singers, musicians and dancers will converge on Teignmouth over the weekend of June 20-22 for the event, which this year, for the first time, boasts the addition of a ‘fringe’ festival.

The Teignmouth Folk Festival line-up includes artists such as BBC Folk Award-winning duo Nancy Kerr and James Fagan along with The Rosie Hood Band.

Teignmouth Folk Festival has always prided itself on providing free entertainment and this year is no exception. Over the weekend the Triangle stage will feature acts including The Dillyboys, Teignmouth Youth Choir, Rypen and the Out of Tumas.

Meanwhile, more than 30 Morris and traditional dance sides will be performing in a variety of styles around the town.

Folk fans will also be treated to performances from festival favourites, The City of Plymouth Pipe Band who will be returning with their stirring repertoire.

If the folk action inspires you to have a go, there are plenty of informal sessions and workshops taking place throughout the weekend, including a free workshop for young people held by the Devon Youth Folk Ensemble.

There’s also a chance to get up and take part with the family ceilidh on the Sunday afternoon.

The brand new ‘fringe’ festival will be based at the Folk Preservation Society headquarters on Fore Street which will host small, intimate performances, a makers’ market, a talk and a film about contemporary folklore.

The https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/folk-preservation-society-launches-in-teignmouth-730288with its community space, shop and gallery, It aims to celebrate folk heritage and kinshop through the provision of a welcoming community space.

Full details and tickets for the Teignmouth Folk Festival are available from the festival's website www.teignmouthfolkfestival.co.uk or follow the Teignmouth Folk Festival Facebook page.