Music in the Memorial Hall
All profits from events are for the upkeep and improvement of facilities at the hall for the benefit of the community. Tickets for under 16s are usually half adult price - please confirm before booking. This does not imply that all events are suitable for young children. Occasionally for larger events we also use St Andrew's church at Grinton as a venue.
If you prefer to pay by credit card, for many events it is now also possible to buy tickets through the WeGotTickets website but do note that this will incur a booking fee. Tickets are also on sale over the counter at Reeth Post Office.
All music events begin at 8pm with doors opening at 7.30pm unless otherwise stated below.
The seating is not numbered and is allocated on a first come, first served basis - if you have mobility issues or, for example, need to be sure of a space for a wheelchair, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us in advance.
Click here to download a printable list of events.
For further information or to book tickets contact Glen Steward 01748-884989 or email: [email protected]
Regular attendees will know that while we serve hot drinks in the interval, the audience are welcome to bring along their own refreshments or to fetch drinks from one of the nearby pubs. The owners of The Buck have kindly offered a 5% discount on food and drink to anyone attending one of our events – just mention this when you order.
If you prefer to pay by credit card, for many events it is now also possible to buy tickets through the WeGotTickets website but do note that this will incur a booking fee. Tickets are also on sale over the counter at Reeth Post Office.
All music events begin at 8pm with doors opening at 7.30pm unless otherwise stated below.
The seating is not numbered and is allocated on a first come, first served basis - if you have mobility issues or, for example, need to be sure of a space for a wheelchair, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us in advance.
Click here to download a printable list of events.
For further information or to book tickets contact Glen Steward 01748-884989 or email: [email protected]
Regular attendees will know that while we serve hot drinks in the interval, the audience are welcome to bring along their own refreshments or to fetch drinks from one of the nearby pubs. The owners of The Buck have kindly offered a 5% discount on food and drink to anyone attending one of our events – just mention this when you order.
O'Hooley & Tidow
Friday 4 July 2025
Much loved Yorkshire folk duo Belinda O’Hooley and Heidi Tidow have been propelled into newfound fame for penning the theme tune to Sally Wainwright’s hit BBC1 drama ‘Gentleman Jack’, earning them global admiration and even an acting role for Belinda on the iconic TV drama Happy Valley.
Belinda and Heidi’s boundless songwriting has been described by The Guardian as ‘exceptional’ and The Independent as ‘defiant, robust, northern, poetical, political folk music for the times we live in.’ Their first full studio album in seven years; ‘Cloudheads’ delves into the mindscapes, passions and inner worlds of two highly individual women. Moving, melodic, dramatic and tender, from stories of parenthood, the call of a song thrush, to a portrait of the last days of a touching relationship between their neighbour and his beloved Alsatian and even a collaboration with Gentleman Jack herself, Suranne Jones on ‘The Ballad of Anne and Ann’, they explore, consider and connect subjects and stories in a distinctive, inventive and memorable way.
Having the originality and skill to invite comparison with the most celebrated harmony duos, 6 Music’s Tom Robinson says ‘They sing together in the way families do. Normally, you only get that closeness in the voices with family bands like The Coppers or The Watersons.’
After 15 years of performing together, the duo are saying farewell for now in order to explore other adventures that are beckoning to them. There's not another duo like them, so don’t miss their final tour of their favourite venues.
Tickets £20 in advance (£22 on the door)
Much loved Yorkshire folk duo Belinda O’Hooley and Heidi Tidow have been propelled into newfound fame for penning the theme tune to Sally Wainwright’s hit BBC1 drama ‘Gentleman Jack’, earning them global admiration and even an acting role for Belinda on the iconic TV drama Happy Valley.
Belinda and Heidi’s boundless songwriting has been described by The Guardian as ‘exceptional’ and The Independent as ‘defiant, robust, northern, poetical, political folk music for the times we live in.’ Their first full studio album in seven years; ‘Cloudheads’ delves into the mindscapes, passions and inner worlds of two highly individual women. Moving, melodic, dramatic and tender, from stories of parenthood, the call of a song thrush, to a portrait of the last days of a touching relationship between their neighbour and his beloved Alsatian and even a collaboration with Gentleman Jack herself, Suranne Jones on ‘The Ballad of Anne and Ann’, they explore, consider and connect subjects and stories in a distinctive, inventive and memorable way.
Having the originality and skill to invite comparison with the most celebrated harmony duos, 6 Music’s Tom Robinson says ‘They sing together in the way families do. Normally, you only get that closeness in the voices with family bands like The Coppers or The Watersons.’
After 15 years of performing together, the duo are saying farewell for now in order to explore other adventures that are beckoning to them. There's not another duo like them, so don’t miss their final tour of their favourite venues.
Tickets £20 in advance (£22 on the door)
The Baldy Holly Band
Saturday 5 July 2025
Rock and Roll comes to Swaledale when You Tube sensations The Baldy Holly Band return to Reeth Memorial Hall.
The north-east based five piece band play 1950s classics from the likes of Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Gene Vincent and Eddie Cochran, using an authentic line-up of rhythm, lead, drums and double bass to produce their high energy live show.
Bring along your dancing shoes or just sit back and listen!
Tickets £15 (£17 on the door).
Rock and Roll comes to Swaledale when You Tube sensations The Baldy Holly Band return to Reeth Memorial Hall.
The north-east based five piece band play 1950s classics from the likes of Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Gene Vincent and Eddie Cochran, using an authentic line-up of rhythm, lead, drums and double bass to produce their high energy live show.
Bring along your dancing shoes or just sit back and listen!
Tickets £15 (£17 on the door).
The Abba Girls Band
Friday 18 July 2025
The Abba Girls present their award-winning tribute to the iconic Swedish band in a fully scripted and choreographed show.
Formed in 1995 they were the first Abba tribute act in the UK and have since racked up more than 5000 performances in over 42 countries worldwide, singing everywhere from major arenas to village halls.
Known for their attention to detail in costumes and brilliant harmonising the duo have recently been awarded Classic Pop Tribute Band of the Year 2024 – UK and Best Pop Tribute Band in the UK 2021/22/23.
Tickets £18 (£20 on the door)
The Abba Girls present their award-winning tribute to the iconic Swedish band in a fully scripted and choreographed show.
Formed in 1995 they were the first Abba tribute act in the UK and have since racked up more than 5000 performances in over 42 countries worldwide, singing everywhere from major arenas to village halls.
Known for their attention to detail in costumes and brilliant harmonising the duo have recently been awarded Classic Pop Tribute Band of the Year 2024 – UK and Best Pop Tribute Band in the UK 2021/22/23.
Tickets £18 (£20 on the door)
Winter Wilson
Friday 22 August 2025
Known as “one of the hardest-working duos on the UK folk scene” (Mike Harding, 2018), Winter Wilson have entranced audiences worldwide since becoming full-time musicians in 2012. In recent years they have completed multiple tours of Australia, New Zealand and Canada, as well as the UK and Europe.
Kip Winter (vocals, flute, piano accordion, guitar) “simply has a voice to die for” (John Roffee, Maverick Magazine), whilst Dave Wilson (vocals, guitar, banjo) is now widely recognised as one of the UK’s very best contemporary folk and blues songwriters, with his songs sung in folk clubs all over the world. With ten critically acclaimed albums in their back-catalogue, the couple are currently working on number eleven, to be called “Home”. In live performance Kip & Dave present their sublime music with passion, punctuated between the songs with real natural humour. Nothing is off limits – they are a couple in life as well as on stage, and it shows.
Tickets £15 (£17 on the door).
Known as “one of the hardest-working duos on the UK folk scene” (Mike Harding, 2018), Winter Wilson have entranced audiences worldwide since becoming full-time musicians in 2012. In recent years they have completed multiple tours of Australia, New Zealand and Canada, as well as the UK and Europe.
Kip Winter (vocals, flute, piano accordion, guitar) “simply has a voice to die for” (John Roffee, Maverick Magazine), whilst Dave Wilson (vocals, guitar, banjo) is now widely recognised as one of the UK’s very best contemporary folk and blues songwriters, with his songs sung in folk clubs all over the world. With ten critically acclaimed albums in their back-catalogue, the couple are currently working on number eleven, to be called “Home”. In live performance Kip & Dave present their sublime music with passion, punctuated between the songs with real natural humour. Nothing is off limits – they are a couple in life as well as on stage, and it shows.
Tickets £15 (£17 on the door).
Nick Parker
Friday 19 September 2025
Glastonbury based Nick Parker started gigging in his early teens playing mandolin and singing, touring the UK and Europe, first with folk/rock/skiffle band ‘Why?’ and then with his own guitar band ‘Tobermory’before embarking on his solo career in 2010. Since then he has enjoyed more than 30 tours, releasing five full-length albums along the way, with many of his songs being featured on BBC6 Music and other stations.
Nick’s songs are often tongue-in-cheek and cheerful, and on the rare occasion when fun is poked (usually at himself) it is always with a wry smile and an element of satire. The audience are often encouraged to be a part of the show, from holding up lyrics or creating sound effects, to providing basslines or collectively being Nick’s duet partner.
Tickets £14 (£16 on the door).
Glastonbury based Nick Parker started gigging in his early teens playing mandolin and singing, touring the UK and Europe, first with folk/rock/skiffle band ‘Why?’ and then with his own guitar band ‘Tobermory’before embarking on his solo career in 2010. Since then he has enjoyed more than 30 tours, releasing five full-length albums along the way, with many of his songs being featured on BBC6 Music and other stations.
Nick’s songs are often tongue-in-cheek and cheerful, and on the rare occasion when fun is poked (usually at himself) it is always with a wry smile and an element of satire. The audience are often encouraged to be a part of the show, from holding up lyrics or creating sound effects, to providing basslines or collectively being Nick’s duet partner.
Tickets £14 (£16 on the door).
Urban Folk Quartet
Friday 10 October 2025
UFQ have ignited audiences across the world with their cross-genre, contemporary take on folk music for over a decade.
Rooted in Celtic tune forms and traditional song, UFQ also take influences from Afrobeat, Indian classical, funk, rock and a whole lot more.
Featuring Joe Broughton on fiddle, guitar, and mandolin; Paloma Trigás on fiddle and vocals; Tom Chapman on cajón, percussion, and vocals; and Dan Walsh on banjo, guitar, and vocals, their show is a multi-instrumental spectacle of high-energy virtuosity.
Touring with their newly released and much anticipated seventh album, True Story, expect a groove-filled set of acoustic music, presented with infectious energy and humour.
Tickets £18 in advance (£20 on the door)
UFQ have ignited audiences across the world with their cross-genre, contemporary take on folk music for over a decade.
Rooted in Celtic tune forms and traditional song, UFQ also take influences from Afrobeat, Indian classical, funk, rock and a whole lot more.
Featuring Joe Broughton on fiddle, guitar, and mandolin; Paloma Trigás on fiddle and vocals; Tom Chapman on cajón, percussion, and vocals; and Dan Walsh on banjo, guitar, and vocals, their show is a multi-instrumental spectacle of high-energy virtuosity.
Touring with their newly released and much anticipated seventh album, True Story, expect a groove-filled set of acoustic music, presented with infectious energy and humour.
Tickets £18 in advance (£20 on the door)
John Tams - "Anthology"
SOLD OUT - contact us to go on the waiting list!
Saturday 11th October 2025
A journal recounting six decades of work in film, theatre, TV, radio and concert stages, told through rare film footage, stories and live songs.
This will be only the second time that John has performed this show. Reeth Memorial Hall holds a very special place in his heart and he has over the many years of visiting formed a genuine bond with the audiences who return year after year. Following the retirement of Frank and Chris from Wear Sound, with whom he has worked on all his previous Reeth visits, he was keen to offer something different for his audience. This promises to be a memorable evening.
John Tams has been described by Mojo as ‘one of the ultimate British songwriters’, with a career involving work in every medium. A member of the Albion Band and Home Service he is perhaps best known for his work at the National Theatre and as Rifleman Daniel Hagman in the Sharpe television series.
He is a seven times winner of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, including an award for Best Duo, with long-time collaborator and friend, the late Barry Coope. He is the Songmaker for Warhorse, a member of the original creative team and has toured the world with the production.
Tickets £18 in advance (£20 on the door)
Saturday 11th October 2025
A journal recounting six decades of work in film, theatre, TV, radio and concert stages, told through rare film footage, stories and live songs.
This will be only the second time that John has performed this show. Reeth Memorial Hall holds a very special place in his heart and he has over the many years of visiting formed a genuine bond with the audiences who return year after year. Following the retirement of Frank and Chris from Wear Sound, with whom he has worked on all his previous Reeth visits, he was keen to offer something different for his audience. This promises to be a memorable evening.
John Tams has been described by Mojo as ‘one of the ultimate British songwriters’, with a career involving work in every medium. A member of the Albion Band and Home Service he is perhaps best known for his work at the National Theatre and as Rifleman Daniel Hagman in the Sharpe television series.
He is a seven times winner of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, including an award for Best Duo, with long-time collaborator and friend, the late Barry Coope. He is the Songmaker for Warhorse, a member of the original creative team and has toured the world with the production.
Tickets £18 in advance (£20 on the door)
Himmerland
Thursday 23 Oct 2025
Himmerland is a group of boundary-pushing, mostly Scandinavian, musicians who produce a unique sound, melding folk, jazz and world music inspired by their multicultural heritage.
With a recently revised line up, Himmerland currently comprises Eskil Romme on sax, Kirstine Haugaard Sand on violin, Sigurd Hockings on guitar, and Donald Hay on drums.
Tickets £16 (£18 door)
Himmerland is a group of boundary-pushing, mostly Scandinavian, musicians who produce a unique sound, melding folk, jazz and world music inspired by their multicultural heritage.
With a recently revised line up, Himmerland currently comprises Eskil Romme on sax, Kirstine Haugaard Sand on violin, Sigurd Hockings on guitar, and Donald Hay on drums.
Tickets £16 (£18 door)
Chris While & Julie Matthews
Friday 31st October 2025
Chris While and Julie Matthews are the longest-lasting female duo in Britain and have played more than 3,000 gigs, appeared on over 100 albums, written hundreds of original songs and reached millions of people around the world. Now, 30 years after their debut, they sound as fresh and vital as ever.
Chris & Julie are generally regarded as folk/singer-songwriters but their outlook is more akin to the DIY philosophy of punk. Their story is remarkable, one of two empowered women doing it their way, without compromise. They run their own label and publishing company; record and produce their albums from their own studio; perform all their own material, and have always valued their complete autonomy and creative freedom. And all from a small village near Sheffield, nearly 200 miles north of the London-centric UK music industry.
Their songs are varied and colourful and draw inspiration from the overtly political to key social issues and real-life human stories.
Tickets £18 (£20 door)
Chris While and Julie Matthews are the longest-lasting female duo in Britain and have played more than 3,000 gigs, appeared on over 100 albums, written hundreds of original songs and reached millions of people around the world. Now, 30 years after their debut, they sound as fresh and vital as ever.
Chris & Julie are generally regarded as folk/singer-songwriters but their outlook is more akin to the DIY philosophy of punk. Their story is remarkable, one of two empowered women doing it their way, without compromise. They run their own label and publishing company; record and produce their albums from their own studio; perform all their own material, and have always valued their complete autonomy and creative freedom. And all from a small village near Sheffield, nearly 200 miles north of the London-centric UK music industry.
Their songs are varied and colourful and draw inspiration from the overtly political to key social issues and real-life human stories.
Tickets £18 (£20 door)
Rag Mama Rag
Saturday 8 November 2025
Formed in 1991, duo Rag Mama Rag quickly made their reputation as one of the best country blues groups in Europe.
Husband and wife duo Ashley and Deborah Dow play a 20s and 30s Blues based repertoire on an astonishing range of instruments including several different types of guitar, plus ukulele, harmonica, washboard and percussion.
Since their debut they have recorded nine CDs and shared the stage with many well-known artists.
After more than 30 years of touring they are still on the road, appearing at many venues and festivals all over Europe.
Tickets are £16 in advance (£18 on the door)
Formed in 1991, duo Rag Mama Rag quickly made their reputation as one of the best country blues groups in Europe.
Husband and wife duo Ashley and Deborah Dow play a 20s and 30s Blues based repertoire on an astonishing range of instruments including several different types of guitar, plus ukulele, harmonica, washboard and percussion.
Since their debut they have recorded nine CDs and shared the stage with many well-known artists.
After more than 30 years of touring they are still on the road, appearing at many venues and festivals all over Europe.
Tickets are £16 in advance (£18 on the door)
Andy Irvine
Friday 14 November 2025
Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. He has been hailed as "a tradition in himself." Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained his highly individual performing skills throughout his over 50-year career. From Sweeney's Men in the mid 60s, to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, his duo with Paul Brady in the later 70s and then from Patrick Street to Mozaik, LAPD and Usher’s Island, Andy has been a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians.
Ever the man for new pastures, in the last decade, Andy has played concerts in Moscow, Mexico City, Newfoundland, Costa Rica, Panama and Nicaragua as well as undertaking extensive tours of Japan, Iceland, Faroe Islands, Argentina and Chile – so we are delighted to welcome him back to Reeth!
Although an integral part of the finest Irish bands of our time, Andy Irvine continues along the path he set for himself so long ago - a vibrant career as a solo artist in the old style, a teller of tales and maker of music.
Tickets £18 (£20 on the door)
Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. He has been hailed as "a tradition in himself." Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained his highly individual performing skills throughout his over 50-year career. From Sweeney's Men in the mid 60s, to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, his duo with Paul Brady in the later 70s and then from Patrick Street to Mozaik, LAPD and Usher’s Island, Andy has been a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians.
Ever the man for new pastures, in the last decade, Andy has played concerts in Moscow, Mexico City, Newfoundland, Costa Rica, Panama and Nicaragua as well as undertaking extensive tours of Japan, Iceland, Faroe Islands, Argentina and Chile – so we are delighted to welcome him back to Reeth!
Although an integral part of the finest Irish bands of our time, Andy Irvine continues along the path he set for himself so long ago - a vibrant career as a solo artist in the old style, a teller of tales and maker of music.
Tickets £18 (£20 on the door)
The Wilderness Yet
Saturday 6 December 2025
Celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season with The Wilderness Yet on their 'Turn the Year Round' tour, featuring winter songs, folk carols, wassails and tunes old and new, as well as old favourites from their repertoire and some new songs from the unaccompanied harmony album ‘Westlin Winds’.
The Wilderness Yet are Rosie Hodgson (vocals), Rowan Piggott (fiddle), and Philippe Barnes (guitar and flute) who weave an eclectic tapestry of traditional and original songs and tunes; from a cappella three-part harmonies to luscious instrumental arrangements.
Tickets £17 (£19 on the door).
Celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season with The Wilderness Yet on their 'Turn the Year Round' tour, featuring winter songs, folk carols, wassails and tunes old and new, as well as old favourites from their repertoire and some new songs from the unaccompanied harmony album ‘Westlin Winds’.
The Wilderness Yet are Rosie Hodgson (vocals), Rowan Piggott (fiddle), and Philippe Barnes (guitar and flute) who weave an eclectic tapestry of traditional and original songs and tunes; from a cappella three-part harmonies to luscious instrumental arrangements.
Tickets £17 (£19 on the door).
