This festival is particularly proud of its grassroots credentials, giving emerging and independent artists a platform to perform their own material. It is also entirely volunteer-run and free to attend. This year's programme includes performances across the Castle Gardens, High Street and Quayside, with fringe events in pubs, cafés and other spaces around Bridgnorth, making the festival a celebration that spreads throughout the town rather than taking place in a single venue.

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Shrewsbury Folk Festival has a reputation for delivering the very finest acts from the UK and around the world.​

Acts for 2026 are: Bailey & Keeley, Bhangra Celilidh, Blowzabella & many more.​

The organisers are always searching to find new authentic artists, as well as providing a platform for established performers.​

The family friendly festival has loads of events and entertainment for children and young people, workshops for everyone and brilliant sessions both organised and impromptu.​

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