AFF IS AN ANNUAL, TWICE RECORD BREAKING FREE FESTIVAL, PROMOTING A VAST SPECTRUM OF ARTISTIC ACTIVITY AND MUSIC FROM A MULTITUDE OF GENRES. WE PROMOTE CREATIVITY, WELL BEING, COMMUNITY SPIRIT AND OF COURSE, WE ARE HERE TO CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF OUR MAIN MAN STAN LAUREL IN THIS MOST BEAUTIFUL TOWN OF HIS BIRTH.
WE ALSO RAISE VITAL FUNDS FOR TWO FANTASTIC LOCAL CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS - ST MARY’S HOSPICE & ULVERSTON FOOD PROJECT.
Ten years? Really? How did that happen? What a crazy feeling it is, to reflect upon an entire decade of Another Fine Fest.
That we are still here is in some ways a bit of a miracle. With rising costs, funding ever harder to come by and festivals disappearing all over the country, it has become extremely difficult to keep this thing afloat.
But survive we have and celebrate we shall!
From very humble beginnings but with very big ideas back in 2014, our festival has grown beyond our wildest expectations. It makes me so incredibly proud to see how this thing has evolved and to see the love for it grow over the years.
This one's for you beautiful people.
For everyone that believed in the dream and helped us to make it a reality. You are all invited to help us mark this unbelievable milestone and join us on our mission to SPREAD THE LOVE!
We extend our deepest gratitude to all our sponsors and of course our 822 dedicated crowdfunders (approx 5% of our attendees) - whose generous support has been instrumental in bringing our multi-arts festival to life year after year.
These public donations make up the largest source of funding for our fest!
Your belief in our vision has allowed us to flourish and grow beyond our wildest dreams. Without your invaluable contributions, our festival would not exist, and we are truly humbled by your generosity. Thank you for helping us continue to inspire, unite, and celebrate the beauty of creativity in all its forms.
Award winning comedians as seen on shows such as 8 out of 10 Cats, Mock The Week & Live at the Apollo. Giving an exclusive glimpse of their forthcoming Edinburgh shows.10 of the very best acts on the scene.
PAY AS YOU FEEL
Give directly to the artist if you enjoyed the show. Reserve a seat for just £2 at Anotherfinefest.co.uk
(25 FREE tickets kept aside on the door for each show).
"We're extremely proud to be offering these shows in association with Planet Mirth.
We're sure Stan would be proud of so much comedy happening in his hometown" - Mark Greenhow - Co-organiser
SUPPORT THESE FOLLOWING VENUES JUST LIKE THEY SUPPORT US
With the backing of several awesome local promoters and 10 fantastic town centre partner venues, Amigos, Avanti Capitola, Hope & Anchor, Kings Arms (Big Kings), Rose & Crown, The Mill, The Piel & The Sun Inn and new for ‘24 - Ignition & L'al Churrasco!
Collectively we bring you lashings of Afrobeat, Alternative, Blues, Breakbeats, Country, Disco, DnB, Folk, Funk, Hip Hop, House, Indie, Jazz, Jungle, Pop, Psychedelic, Punk, Reggae, Rock, Swing, Techno, World and more late into the night!
Bonding comedy and craft, Rachael Weaver & Jennie Dennett aim to annually uphold the Spirit of Stan Laurel at AFF. From the World Record Pie Fight in 2016 to banana dances & a human rollercoaster.
This year with the Candlelit Walk crew + The Coro Craft Club, join their Congapillar, for the tastiest birthday party ever with a giant Colin-the-Caterpillar Cake & massparticipation party games. (See Workshops Page 11)
BUY A DRINK & SUPPORT OUR FREE FEST!
Purchase from our OFFICIAL BARS: ROUTES BUS at the MAIN STAGE ANOTHER FINE BAR at ANOTHER FINE STAGE LAKES BAR HIRE on NEW MARKET STREET This will help ensure the future of the festival. These are one of the only ways we can create income during our FREE festival.
Tesco does not need your quids. They've ignored requests to support our event despite making significant profits from it. However, they did make £2.6 billion during a cost of living crisis.
Glass gives us all manner of headaches. It is dangerous and we have to clear it all up, costing us a LOT of money and stretching our very tight budget.
Please do not drink from glass on the streets and potentially injure thousands of feets!
No waste will go to landfill. It will be taken to the MBT (mechanical biological treatment) centre close by in Barrow. Here it will be sorted, all the recyclables separated & the rest made into fuels (Solid Recovered Fuel) or road surfacing.
In conjunction with Mycelium Thinking, we aim to become a carbon neutral festival by 2037. Find out more about what we are doing to try and achieve this on page 7.
Expect a dazzling array of festival traders offering all manner of wares and a reet tasty food court, representing multiple cuisines from all over our planet.
A lil’ something for our lil’ uns! Theatre Street Car Park will once again play host to a fair with all manner of attractions. Expect bumper cars, merry-go-rounds, trampolines and mini-twisters.
O and candy floss of course.
Includes programmes, plantable wristbands and various other lovely items - with profits being ploughed back into sustainability schemes. (Outside the Laurel & Hardy Museum)
Don’t forget to visit our wonderful independent venues and stores. We have a cornucopia of unique outlets offering everything you could possibly need.
Buying local is the best way to be environmentally friendly while supporting our community. By purchasing locally produced food & goods, you help stimulate our economy, retain valuable jobs, support families and strengthen our community and culture.
We’ll be totally honest, it’s been a massive struggle this year. Creating a huge and completely free festival where all artists & staff are paid has always been a challenge. But this year it has become almost impossible with spiralling costs. (The only volunteers we have are our lovely fundraisers who donate a couple of hours to collect for the charities/next year’s event).
. We have seen so many festivals cancelled this summer and we cannot guarantee that we will be able to continue as things are.
If you see one of our friendly volunteers in their official #anotherfinefest gear, please consider making a donation (to be split between us & our charitable organisations. You can also pledge via the QR code on the front page of this guide!
Please check last bus/train times & updates well in advance & expect services to be busy.
We asked Stagecoach & Northern to provide extra services to no avail. Hopefully next year! Stagecoach will however provide double rather than single deckers. Thank you Stagecoach!
Call our sponsors Getaway Travel for special AFF prices to Barrow. 01229 464646 Time to shine up your dancing shoes and make sacrifice to the solar deities. Help us bring in the sunshine and good times once again for this year’s spectacular 10th
14th JUNE
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE @ THE CORO
SCOTT BENNETT // DAVID EAGLE PHIL ELLIS // KATE LUCAS
27th SEPTEMBER
FRIDAY
WITNESS AS A MYRIAD OF ESTEEMED VISUAL CREATIVES SHOWCASE THEIR ARTISTIC PROWESS, TRANSFORMING A VARIETY OF VENUES SCATTERED ACROSS THE TOWN. EXPERIENCE THIS VIBRANT SPECTACLE AS ULVERSTON BURSTS INTO A MAGNIFICENT CELEBRATION OF COLOUR RIGHT BEFORE YOUR EYES.
My love for mountainous landscapes has taken me across the world climbing peaks and sketching them.
I recognise both climbing and art to be ways of interacting with wild places; this is the starting point for most of my artistic endeavours.
In a time when the environment is frequently mistreated as a resource, I look to reawaken our physical and spiritual connections to it.
Becki Gill is a freelance illustrator based in the Lake District, UK who mainly specializes in portraiture, pattern illustration and food. Her work is heavily inspired by pop culture and musical icons.
She predominantly works in a digital format, hand drawing her illustrations in Procreate; but still likes to give her work a 'mixed media' feel with bold sketchy lines, textured shading and a playful use of colour.
I’ve taken part in AFF window painting since the very first year and I’m now excited to be part of the 10th birthday celebration. It’s such an exciting way to be creative amid the music, performers and the festival atmosphere!
I’m inspired by fantasy books and computer games and hope to bring some more odd characters to life on Amigos window this year. Kate (Wolf Town Art).
Katherine is an illustrator and graphic designer who lives in Barrow-in-Furness. She creates her work using mostly gouache and coloured pencil.
Her illustrations tend to have themes of history, legends and stories. Since studying illustration at Falmouth university, Katherine has gone on to create work for magazines such as Honest History and Scoop.
I'm so excited to take part in AFF24. It's an absolute privilege to work alongside the immense talent that comes together to create this awesome festival.
I've tried to do at least one creative thing each year, be it window scrawlings, live painting, playing in a band, decorating pub gardens, bespoke art for sponsors - even face painting one year! I love it!
Bethan’s
work supports local business & grass roots arts organisations.
Her style balances playful & nostalgic illustration with a bright & bold graphic design sensibility. In her celebrations of nature & community, Bethan creates stand-out, alluring visuals for brands, venues & products. Clients include Kendal Mountain Festival.
Artist inspired by the things I lovefrom creating whimsical witchy illustrations to celebrating my favourite bands by painting them.
Artist John Hall is the Ostler at Ulverston's annual 'Oss ceremony, and with Alex Blackmore he manages the town's Scrapstore.
I will be supporting Spellbound Herbals at Another Fine Fest and will be creating artwork for her amazing shop window which will reflect the magic within!"
His work on community, ritual and pop culture includes audio montages for broadcast, video, music, books, records, 'zines, performances and museum partnerships.
I am a South Lakes based wildlife artist creating realistic animal portraiture including wildlife, farming breeds and pet commissions, in soft pastels or coloured pencils.
I love capturing the character and expression of the animals I draw.
I have a particular soft spot for red squirrels and also use my artwork to help raise awareness and funds for local red squirrel charities and conservation groups.
I paint more figuratively in oil, although flowers and still life feature more and more. I draw with charcoal, such a joy. I feel that drawing and painting are a form of meditation. Sally will be drawing festival goers to Ulverston on her window, stand still for long enough and you might get captured!
I am a rural mural artist, hailing from Barrow. I started @kissmyarts when realising I had a couple of mural commissions. Since then, I have created work for Barrow AFC and other businesses around the area.
I love painting windows for AFF. It’s always a privilege to be asked back every year, and look forward to mingling on the cobblestones again!
Sally creates artwork based around the idea that we are all interconnected via a collective unconscious.
Symbols figure significantly in her work as she explores the meaning that we give to them. Sally conducts practice-based research into how myth creates meaning and what it can bring to our lives as individuals as well as a wider society.
Highly saturated and textured illustrations with inspiration from vintage kitsch and retro kawaii culture, if it’s bright and cute, I love it.
Excited to paint a window for AFF24, it’s fabulous being part of Ulverston’s creative community, thank you for having me!
(Josie Rogan)
Dynamic duo from Morecambe who are brightening up their local area one wall at a time! Sophie and Matty work in all scales and materials, combining their unique skills to make maximum impact.
Keep your eyes peeled for their work popping up in the Bay area. Another Fine Fest has a special place in their hearts!
(Sporadic Illustration) JOHN HALLLIVE STREET ART FEATURING TOP-TIER ARTISTS FROM LOCAL, NATIONAL, AND INTERNATIONAL SCENES. IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THIS ALFRESCO ART EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER!
Chris has been a professional and prolific painter and draftsman for over 20 years, working primarily as a commercial mural painter all over the country, with a solid background in illustration, creative drawing, conceptual art works and storytelling.
His personal work revolves around a restless collection of ideas drawn from ancient history, nature, still life & the surreal juxtapositions of humans interacting with the world.
Mr.Ed Funk. Describes his work as "Low brow art for high end problems".
With the aim to always to lift the spirits of the observer. Keeping the fun in funk and the art in fart by using a variety of styles, a cacophany of colours and a healthy dash of mischief in the mix!
His work can be found adorning the boards of some of the world's top Wakessurfers, including European champion Jennifer Edwards.
I've been writing graffiti for 30 years on and off. Always tried to honour traditional styles and typography studies, while bringing my own thoughts and techniques.
More recently proud to be involved in bringing larger work to the public space and contributing to a wider understanding of graff artists and their value to our culture.
Personally I’ll be found painting, sketching, making, sculpting and modelling on a much smaller scale these days but always looking back to the old school writers traditions to guide my work.
A pivotal figure on the Preston street art scene, Shawn Sharpe is now a Fine Fest regular and rightly so as his work is next level. Just see for yourself!
One half of the duo responsible for the Stan and Ollie mural which used to adorn the Roxy as well as the awesome Wolftown piece which can be seen on the ramp at Lightburn Park Skate ramp!
Seca One has painted murals spanning the Globe including commissions all over the UK and as far away as L.A, Mexico and Morocco.
His work has been recognised by household brands such as Rubik's Cube, Amazon and KopparbergIncluding commission based work for Bankhall Brewery, Kodak and the most notable being two commissioned works for Netflix.
“Too many ideas, little time to process” - Seca
SATURDAY - 10AM - 10.30PM - COLOURFUL
After cutting his teeth in the 1980’s working on shows for the celebrated local theatre company Welfare State International, he has been a member of Britains last remaining seaside pierrot troupe The Pierrotters, was one half of the popular double act Poppets Puppets and is currently active writing swift ditties with The Songsmiths.
He is really excited to be performing once more for AFF and proud to be resident MC of the Main Stage!
A community singing group based in Ulverston who get together weekly for a social sing. We sing all sorts of songs and the main vibe is about having a great time and singing together to Feel Good.
At AFF Feel Good Singers will include “Ode to Hoad”, an affectionate song about Ulverston's local surroundings written by Song Birds leader Kirsten.
We’d love you to join in the chorus! We are always open to new members and all voices.
All people are welcome.
Come and join us. SONG-BIRDS.COM
A dynamic duo of guitar and cajon, transport audiences through decades with their eclectic mix of popular covers spanning from the 60s to today.
Come join us for a mass singalong to some massive anthems upon the cobbles. We’ll give you the lyrics, we just need your voices.
With infectious energy and raw talent, they breathe new life into classics while infusing their own unique style.
From intimate acoustic vibes to foot-stomping rhythms, Felltones deliver an unforgettable musical journey that resonates with audiences of all ages.
We don’t care if you can’t singit's the joining in that counts.
Alllll together now!
Or wear your best party gear and gather at the Market Cross for mass-participation inflatable Pass the Parcel, Musical Statues & live action Donkey Tail-pinning WITH PRIZES!!!
PARADE - 12.45PM @ RIDE BIKES PARTY - 1.15PM @ MAIN STAGE
Zopa are comprised of seasoned musicians and songwriters from various bands.
Their song-writing style has influences from a plethora of genres and are beginning to hone their own unique sound.
An energetic yet steady groove underpins lip curling bass lines linked with slinky guitar licks and creamy vocals to supply you with a deep dose of audible satisfaction.
Steve came third on Britain's Got Talent during the pandemic year of 2020 wowing the judges in the process with his hilarious comedy, juggling, mime and general silliness.
Steve appeared in Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights and in 2015 performed as part of the 15 nights Manchester arena shows that raised over £5 million for Comic Relief.
He is a Pantomime legend having performed at Blackpool Grand theatre’s annual treat for the past 21 years.
Presenting DJ Booth, Vince Vinyl and the “Wheels of Steel” mobile disco and cabaret.
Experience Saturday Night Fever and Sunday Night at the Palladium rolled in to one big glitzy ball of music, mullets and bingo-calling.
If it is vol-au-vents, cheesy music and a slow dance number that you hanker for, then this is the act for you!
A 20 strong and 20+ year old street band of the ancient town of Ulverston in South Cumbria, demonstrating freedom with joyous musical reverberations.
Ska, Salsa, Samba, Calypso, Township & Gypsy combine to create a kaleidoscope of sound that draws together all races, ages and musicians.
Leaping between New Orleans, Brazil and Jamaica, their dancy tunes and wild spirit guarantee every stomp is a party romp.
(NuAfrow music) - Southern African rhythms with a strong influence of 70s Reggae. Zimbabwean born Singer songwriter Sinini Ngwenya Aka Tanga Pasi started his career in Ngwana Village Western Zimbabwe singing in 4 part harmonies in a traditional style called imbube.
Picked up the guitar 2005 in Oxford and never put it down.
In 2013 he moved to Germany to work as a choir leader and ran various projects doing gigs and workshops.
Since 2020 Sinini has been busking in the streets of the UK as the Covid hit the music industry.
Gary (Gacko) Bridgens is a street theatre bloke who pushes a cart around festivals telling stories and singing songs at people.
The Fallback sound takes influences from
A regular spinner at some of the North West’s best club nights, collaborator with Ulverston’s Monster Monster and resident DJ for Kendal Calling, Bluedot, and France’s Snowboxx festival.
With 25 years of record collecting under the belt and having run countless events and club nights, the Fallback name has gained recognition for quality tunes to rock any dance floor and has warmed up crowds for heavyweights Shy FX, A-Skillz, Becky Hill, and Utah Saints to name a few.
The perfect band for Saturday night at AFF. Good time sing-along festival music to get silly to. Expect a blend of pop, funk, folk, reggae, ska, soul, rock and everything in between.
As seen at Kendal Calling (9 times), Just So (8 times), MediaCity Food & Drink Festival (3 times), Manchester Halloween In The City Festival (3 times), CarFest, Keswick Mountain Festival, One Tribe & Not A Cult Festival.
"Think Mighty Boosh meets The Blockheads" - Carol Hodge, BBC Introducing
party
DJs consist of a duo of
Jamie
& Ian
who have been running their successful club nights and demolishing dance-floors since 2005.
Style wise we are talking a magnificent mash up of funk, soul hip hop, Latin, reggae, breaks, d&b and anything else that gets the place rocking..
Deatbeats have performed alongside acts such as Fleetmac Wood, Freestylers, Krafty Kuts, Utah Saints and Ibibio Sound Machine, with regular festival appearances at Beatherder, Kendal Calling and Illuminaughty.
Deatbeats ultimate desire is to " bring the party" to any event they can get their frantically fast beating mitts on!
A high-energy, hard-working, super-danceable 8 piece funk & soul band, intent on having a good time.
Party specialists complete with horn section, bongos and some serious deep bass grooves.
The Groove Cutters cast their net deep into the heart of the funk, soul & disco catalogue with a set list that includes covers from across the decades, designed to fill the dance floor.
This year sees the 21st anniversary of AFF festival director Dave Crossley’s original musical project. A club night with a difference, rocking a multitude of musical styles alongside live vocals and exuberant performers.
Originally dubbed as Indoor Festival behaviour - bringing all scenes, styles and minds together and still living that ethos 2 decades later.
Let's dance together as one - hands in the air people!
A gaggle of mesmerising, genre defying, dance floor destroying, professional cobble rockers.
Here to drop only the finest beats, representing a vast spectrum of styles to please your ears and make your legs and your soul shake good n proper.
Official festival bar offering a wide selection of refreshments, both hot and cold, soft and alcoholic at very reasonable prices!
Funk, Hip Hop, Reggae, Breakbeat, Disco, House and beyond. HomeGrown Cumbrian starters, Graham Chatfield
SUNDAY - 10AM - 7.30PM - COLOURFUL
Wake up and groove with the irie riddims!
Start your day with a musical journey through the roots, rocksteady, and dancehall sounds that define the genre.
Join us for a morning celebration of positive vibes and laid-back melodies.
Let the skanking basslines and soulful vocals transport you to a tropical paradise, setting the perfect mood for day 2 of #anotherfinefest.
The Ship Canal Surfers are a Manchester based Surf Rock 3 piece serving up unique versions of Manchester Classics, Pop Faves & Tremolo-Tastic takes on Soundtracks from the biggest Blockbusters. The band is made up of a group of perpetual ‘wingmen’ who between them have toured throughout the UK & Europe & clocked up appearances at Glastonbury, Kendal Calling, National Theatre, Womad & Mostly Jazz amongst many others!
An all female band made up of three great friends, Beckah, Lauren, and Evie.
The trio put their spin on a whole host of alt-pop, femme-folk, and neo-soul tunes with lush three part harmonies, grooving bass, captivating guitar, and mellow keys.
Popular frequenters of quirky venues across Cumbria, these girls bring an uplifting ray of musical sunshine wherever they go!
A riff heavy modish soul, funk group with frenetic harmonica, organ and a barking horn section topped off with un-dulcet vocals writhing in hard edged forays into late 60’s and early 70’s inspired boogaloo and deep funk.
Explosive fun for everyone with our stage host Professor Pumpernickel! Roll up roll up! Witness the greatest show on earth! Starring exotic chemical compounds, unfathomable physics phenomena and some really rubbish jokes.
Born in Cumbria with a ridiculous German accent, Professor Pumpernickel travels the country with his laboratory of lunacy. His mission; to enthuse all ages and abilities about science in hope of seeding some of our future inventors, explorers, life savers and superheroes.
Felicity Footloose lives in the 80’s and just wants to dance!
Watch as she juggles, dances and performs daredevil acrobatics to try and impress her hero Johny!!
She’ll even go as far as to hang from her toes and juggle knives hanging upside Down!! It is a fun 35 minute street show wrapped up in a comedy package and all of that to a fabulous 80’s soundtrack!!!
A nine-piece ska reggae covers band who were voted 4th best band at Lancaster Music Festival 2023!
Line up:- Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboard, Trumpet, Sax, Trombone, 2 vocalists.
Playing tunes from classic Jamaican ska, classic reggae, 2-Tone & 80’s ska, Post modern ska plus reggae and ska versions of great pop tunes.
A band guaranteed to get your feet tapping and the dance floor rocking.
Time for you to shine baby. Come join us for a mass singalong to some massive anthems upon the cobbles.
We’ll give you the lyrics, we just need your voices.
We don’t care if you can’t sing - it's the joining in that counts. ALL TOGETHER NOW!
Made in Manchester, The Plimp Souls are a conga-crammed, horn-heavy, soul-stuffed nine-piece fuelled by boundless energy and a burning mission to put the fun back into funk.
Blending the best of funk, jazz, soul, afrobeat and everything in-between, their raw, bouncing sound makes for a night to remember.
Packing plenty of delicious decibels, they mix the rarest of classic grooves with belting originals to leave crowds hollering for more.
Our musical Hero joins us on the Main Stage! Jon Byrne is a phenomenal local singer/songwriter that is known the world over from extensive touring with a number of successful albums under his belt.
His foot stomping original songs are guaranteed to leave you in awe.
"Byrne tackles tough reality with splenetic attack, black humour and colourful dramatic songs... This is rock from the rough end of the streets, delivered with guts and passion." - NME.
Official festival bar offering a wide selection of refreshments, both hot and cold, soft and alcoholic at very reasonable prices!
SUPPORT THE BAR! SUPPORT OUR FREE FESTIVAL!
A supersonic big beat organisation that use creative activities to positively impact lives.
Working in partnership with Women's Community Matters, Youthability, Furness-Multicultural and Dropzone, groups worked separately learning exactly the same music, coming together to perform in time and in tune with each other. Boom Dang bring glissando to gatherings, energy to events and fun to festivals.
Look out for colourful roaming characters, costumed in extraordinary upcycled garments.
We are passionate about transforming waste and unwanted materials into fantastical upcycled wearable artwork, to dazzle, entertain, and provoke thought. Bottle caps, broken tents and mail-bag sealer strips are all materials you might be able to spot as we dance and parade around the festival!
Meet Heidi and her trusty shepherd, Farmer Pat. They have ventured down from the Lakeland fells to proudly show off their newborn lambs, nestled in a beautiful old-fashioned pram.
They aim to bring the serenity and beauty of the Cumbrian hills to you (who knows, they may even win a Best in Show rosette).
"Sounds of the
CIRCUS SKILLS // DRUM BANDS // LIVE MUSIC // SILENT DISCO // STREET THEATRE // WORKSHOPS
10AM - 10PM // BROGDEN ST // COLOURFUL ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL AGES
Come have a very mycelial morning at the "Another Fine Future" cabaret.
We've been bringing together artists, and community members from all walks of life. To dream OUT LOUD & PROUD of a more flourishing future for all species.
Expect poets, nature lovin' musicians, community members of all ages, working class excellence, teen eco-dreamers, queer nature vibes, epic drummers, and one crazed mushroom-hatted woman.
Featuring SPOKEN WORD: Rema
Explosive fun for everyone. Roll up roll up! Witness the greatest show on earth! Starring exotic chemical compounds, unfathomable physics phenomena and some really rubbish jokes.
Born in Cumbria with a ridiculous German accent, Professor Pumpernickel travels the country with his laboratory of lunacy. His mission; to enthuse all ages and abilities about science in hope of seeding some of our future inventors, explorers, life savers and superheroes.
80’s PE Teachers, Mr Stretch and Mr Armstrong are always firm but fair. They are on a mission to get the nation fit using only their enthusiasm, a roving musical pommel horse and some PE kits rescued from the lost and found locker.
From star jumps to long jumps and a grand finale of a three-legged, egg and spoon sack race you too can be a winner and enjoy the emotions of the medal podium! Remember it’s not about the taking part, it’s the winning that counts!
Grace reading the “Another Fine Future” community-powered poem, Sally Ann sharing her “Flourishing Furness” poetry mini-commission, topped off by award-winning slam champion activist Matt Sowerby.
MUSICIANS: Kendal based nature loving songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Anne-Marie Sanderson, our own local Ulverstonian treasure Amy Clouds, & cabaret artist Arisha-Jane nominated best LGBTQ+ performance by Queer Lit. Featuring an epic finale of
Composed of guitarists Dan Bolam and Erin Stephens and double bassist Geoff Higginson, Caravanouche are the hottest of the Hot Clubs in the Lake District.
Seasoned musicians in their own right, the trio share a love of acoustic instrumental jazz, particularly Gypsy Jazz, a style first popularized by the Romani guitarist Django Reinhardt in 1930s France. Bridging a diverse range of influences and styles, Caravanouche play traditional Gypsy Jazz with a contemporary edge.
COMMUNITY GROUPS: Playful Nature
“Sounds of the Shore'' community-powered sound piece.
Boom Dang Band’s BIG BAND featuring: Youthability, Multi-Cultural refugees, Women's Community Matters, & Dropzone. Boomdang Band TING TANG families group + ALL STARS.
Come join us from 10am-12.40pm CLICK ATTENDING to our “Another Fine Future” event page on Facebook.
A 10 piece noise machine that fuses the excitement and power of live percussion, driving basslines and live synths with interactive visual theatrics.
Deatbeats have performed alongside acts such as Fleetmac Wood, Freestylers, Krafty Kuts, Utah Saints and Ibibio Sound Machine, with regular festival appearances at Beatherder, Kendal Calling and Illuminaughty.
Time for you to shine baby. Come join us for a mass singalong to some massive anthems..
We’ll give you the lyrics, we just need your voices and your soul.
We don’t care if you can’t sing - it's the joining in that counts.
ALL TOGETHER NOW!
A community singing group based in Ulverston who get together weekly for a social sing. We sing all sorts of songs and the main vibe is about having a great time and singing together to Feel Good.
At AFF Feel Good Singers will include “Ode to Hoad”, an affectionate song about Ulverston's local surroundings written by Song Birds leader Kirsten. We’d love you to join in the chorus!We are always open to new members and all voices. All people are welcome. Come and join us. SONG-BIRDS.COM.
Stan Dacre is a seasoned comedy magician with over 20 years of experience delighting audiences with his unique blend of humour, madness and magic.
Described as if Tommy Cooper and Victoria Wood had a child, Stan would be the result!!
Stan brings a fresh and hilarious approach to his performances that leave audiences in stitches. His quick wit and sharp comedic timing make for a memorable and entertaining experience.
Multi-channel musical madness with everything from rock and metal all the way to cheesy anthems.
Choose your favourite channel, sing along at the top of your lungs and get your freaky dancing on. Featuring guest DJs including Jordan from Salford City RadioManchester. More to be announced.
Steve Royle came third on Britain's
Got Talent during the pandemic year of 2020 wowing the judges in the process with his hilarious comedy, juggling, mime and general silliness.
Steve appeared in Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights and in 2015 performed as part of the 15 nights Manchester arena shows that raised over £5 million for Comic Relief.
He is a Pantomime legend having performed at Blackpool Grand theatre’s annual treat for the past 21 years.
Musically diverse as Glasgow based singer-songwriter Ant Thomaz. His infectious blending folk rock & mellow blend of soul pop, ska rhythms complete with razor sharp lyrics-gives him a sound unlike any other.
Winners of the Celtic Connections open stage, Thomaz rubbed shoulders with some legendary names supporting the likes of Shaun Ryder’s Black Grape, James Walsh Starsailors, Kool in the gang, Sheku Kanneh Mason, The Wailers.
Our official bar features a seated and covered area for you to chill and enjoy the entertainment.
Providing a glorious selection of cocktails and thirst quenching drinks, and shelter from any pesky English weather.
SUPPORT THE BAR! SUPPORT THE FESTIVAL!
Beaumont College and Gacko will be the very posh n sausage roll to Another Fine Fest with ukulele playing, sing and sign, clowning, pies and a very special cake to celebrate!
range of musical theatre tunes, from the Lion King to Les Mis and everything in between.
Run by professional vocal coach and Sing Space choir leader, Grace Heap, choir members don’t just learn the songs, but learn how to strengthen and improve their voices, too.
From the ‘Folk Revival’ of the 60s in Manchester, this Old Hippie’s influences grew from Traditional English & Irish Ballads & Sing-along, to Contemporary Folk / Country / Americana, an eclectic mix of styles playing full-time in bars and restaurants round The Lakes.
Playing 6 and 12 string finger-style guitar, not to mention “spoons”
(He said NOT to mention spoons!)
Based in Ulverston and South Lakes, they love to surprise and entertain!
Available for events: please contact wolftownrendezvous@outlook.com
Gary (Gacko) Bridgens is a street theatre bloke who pushes a cart around festivals telling stories and singing songs at people.
After cutting his teeth in the 1980’s working on shows for the celebrated local theatre company Welfare State International, he has been a member of Britains last remaining seaside pierrot troupe The Pierrotters, was one half of the popular double act Poppets Puppets and is currently active writing swift ditties with The Songsmiths.
He is really excited to be performing once more for AFF and proud to be resident MC of the AFF mobile stage.
A Star is Born!! Pea
is the world's premier Robot, Drag Queen, Peacock.
The Diva Songstress Extraordinaire will be warbling out all the hits, come and join her in shaking your tail Feather!!
As performed by Natasha McGhie. Natasha has performed in a variety of different venues and shows – from circus (Big Fun, No Fit State community and Bassline Circus), caberet (Shambala, Lapland), improvised theatre (Gonzo Moose), festivals (Glastonbury, Woodford, Linz) and much more!!
Drum Nation are an absolute powerhouse of excellence when it comes to bringing carnival vibes to the streets and they wowed our crowds at AFF 2023.
Based in Kendal, this samba drumming collective layer Brazilian rhythms with African beats to get your bodies moving.
Their lively performances are a beautiful visual spectacle of drummers, flag wavers and traditional dancers in full costume.
Full on street music; by the people, for the people.
As seen wowing audiences at the Storey Gardens at Lancaster Music Festival ‘23!
The Craic inn Trio featuring Dara Woods, Tommy Mc Tomtom and Andy Slater.
Their set of lively and engaging songs combined with their charisma, charm and delivery provide a wonderful warm experience for the audience.
Expect powerful vocal delivery complimented by fiddle and harmonies, of Irish, country, indie, pop and rock favourites, with an occasional original song thrown in for good measure.
More Music’s longest running project Baybeat Streetband play music from across the globe on horns and percussion.
Expect to hear upbeat singalong party tunes from Hawaii 5-0 to Buffalo Soldier alongside surprising selections from Rage Against the Machine and Salt-N-Pepa!
Baybeat has performed around the country entertaining crowds at a vast number of parades and festivals creating a carnival atmosphere wherever they go.
Winner: Best Street Band –Morecambe Carnival 2016, 2017 & 2018
3 men, numerous strings, all the weirdness. With a smile, a song, and an unfeasibly large bar tab,
The Wierdstring Band could start a ceilidh in an empty house.
Combining music from across all the extremities of Europe with songs of the last century and jokes ancient & modern, their mission remains to ensure that your right to party remains intact.
Can they go on forever?
On some evenings, yes, they can.
ESTABLISHED 1997 IN ULVERSTON, AMIGOS . THE MEXICAN . OFFERS FRESHLY PREPARED FOOD & DRINK USING QUALITY LOCAL SUPPLIERS. RECENTLY REFURBISHED PROVIDING A FRESH, VIBRANT CONTEMPORARY ATMOSPHERE WITH AN OUTSIDE COURTYARD AREA OPEN TO NON DINERS - PERFECT FOR ANY OCCASION!
AFRO // BALEARIC // BLUES // ROCK // BREAKS // ELECTRONIC // FUNK // HIP HOP // HOUSE // INDIE // JAZZ // LATIN // NU-DISCO // PSYCHEDELIC // PUNK // R&B // REGGAE // SOUL 30 CAVENDISH ST - LA12 7AD // SAT 12PM - 10.30PM // FAMILIES WELCOME // NO CHILDREN AFTER 9PM SATURDAY
Dj Justice, resident at BUMS, has been bringing the party for decades.
Opening the party with a dub set the vibes are going to be perfect in the courtyard from the start.
Working alongside Gripper for years Justice has hosted numerous parties and plays all styles of dance music and is often found behind the decks at BUMS on their world famous garage open all dayers.
Get down to Amigos early to set your mood for this wonderful celebration of music and art.
Another regular on the decks at B.U.M.S Naomi brings music from her heart with roots in Africa and Latin America.
Her diverse music collection is driven by her interest in progressive and inventive productions that are born of grassroots cultures and express something about their musical lineage.
Music that tells a story, re-invents the borders and ignites the dance floor.
Vinyl collector and music man about town Curwen will bring his solid selection of 45’s to get the courtyard bouncing.
A regular on the decks at BUMS and various parties his record collection has been exploding recently through his none stop buying of collections.
He recently took over the main room at BUMS as part of our record fair and showed off part of his massive selection of vinyl.
DJ'in since the late 80s, Gripper is an established & respected resident at the Kashmir Lounge Amsterdam & our Barrow Underground Music Society. His live streamed radio shows & mixes continue to gain attention from a global audience of music lovers, producers & fellow DJ's.
He’s released two albums under the name Tambores En Beniras with both albums receiving massive respect & props from across the industry. 2021 - 2024 has seen him DJ at the legendary Pikes & Word of Mouth WOM in Ibiza .
Today he is bringing the eclectic party vibes & sunshine to Amigos.
Ex-pat based in the midst of Manchester’s grass roots alternative music scene, Jedredy selects the obscure releases from his vinyl piles for his Bumming DJ Jedredy shows.
Some of you will know certain tracks, some of you will want to know. No Spotify was harmed in the production of the show, all the stuff proudly owned.
He can often be found DJ’ing in bars and cafes around Manchester where he shows off his endless knowledge of 80’s vinyl and rare B-sides that you have never heard but wish you had.
SQUID Youngest member of Sub:Stance. Played her first set at a free party aged 5, and her first festival aged 6, now aged 12 and gaining a regular following Squid continues to push the Drum and Bass boundaries with heavy sets every time.
She has recently entered into the world of promoting and curated the recent ‘Next Gen’ the future of music all day event at BUMS. The event showcased young up and coming talent including DJ’s and Bands from across the North West. She is a bit demanding though, with a rider of a pint of Pepsi and a bag of Haribos.
Phat Phil Cooper has long been celebrated for his diverse approach to music.
While naturally at home championing the seductive, sun-kissed sounds released on the NuNorthern Soul label he founded in 2012 – either in humid outdoor venues around the Globe or via his popular weekly radio shows and regular sessions on Mixcloud – Cooper’s roots can be traced back to the dancefloors of legendary Liverpool club Cream, where during the 1990s and early 2000s he was a key resident DJ. Three decades on, Phil’s club-moving skills remain as sharp as ever.
For over two decades Etch has been attending and putting on partiesfrom clubs and warehouses, lakeside to hilltops.
He'll be taking you on a multi genre bass heavy journey through the underground sounds and always stretches the bass bins to their limits at every party he plays.
COUNTRY // FOLK // POP // R&B // ROCK 10-12 KING ST - LA12 7DZ // SAT 1PM-8PM // FAMILIES WELCOME // NO CHILDREN AFTER 9PM SATURDAY
AVANTI CAPITOLA IS A WINE AND COCKTAIL BAR, ALSO SERVING A VARIETY OF ALES, LAGERS, BEERS AND CIDERS. FREQUENTLY HOSTS LIVE MUSIC EVENTS.
Irish musician living in Ulverston who has played a multitude of respected venues such as ‘The Stag’s Head’ Hoxton and ‘The Water Rats’.
Locally he’s played a number of festivals such as ‘Folk Fell’, ‘Cumbria Unity’ and ‘Kendal Music Festival’.
While Pete Buckley’s influences are Cat Stevens, Richard Ashcroft, Bruce Springsteen, and Johnny Cash, his songs draw from the roots of an Irish upbringing. The main topics of his music surround love, addiction, and society.
“I started writing poems, songs & sketches when I was still at primary school. I taught myself to sing, play drums and guitar.
I started working semi-professionally aged 14 as part of the band Crescendo. Over the next few decades I played as part of several bands and duos but my main performances were as a solo act. These days I play guitar & sing my own versions of well known songs from the 1950's onwards.”
“I'm inspired by a mixture of different music, I love to sing and perform.
I sing all the hits from Bob Dylan to Amy Winehouse guaranteed to get people singing along. I also have a couple of my own songs up my sleeve that are inspired by 60s folk.”
singer/songwriter playing folk, rock, pop. I do songs by David
Electro acoustic trio, New Sass, are Caroline Bensonvocals, Ash Nelson - guitar & vocals and Leanne Corbett-Jones - cajon.
Formed in 2022, they have developed an eclectic mix of covers spanning both the decades and the genres. From classic soul to classic rock, it's guaranteed there'll be something to get your foot tapping.
After the huge success of our disco last year we are presenting a host of 70s and 80s music featuring songs from The Bee Gees, Abba, Wham and many, many more.
The DJ for our disco is once again Bob Qazi who is also our host for the whole day's entertainment. Come along and sing and dance to our cool retro tunes. You get the best music with the finest cocktails, beers and wine in Ulverston.
AMERICANA // BLUES // CHEESE // INDIE // DISCO // FUNK // REGGAE // ROCK
FRI - 7PM - LATE // SAT - 12PM - LATE // SUN - 10AM - LATE // FAMILIES WELCOME // NO CHILDREN AFTER 9PM
ULVERSTON’S OLDEST (AND MOST HAUNTED!) PUB WITH THE WARMEST WELCOME. FOLK SESSION EVERY TUESDAY, JAZZ BAND EVERY THURSDAY, LIVE BAND EVERY
FRIDAY & SATURDAY. HOME OF REAL ALE AND EXCELLENT VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN HOME COOKED FOOD.
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SATURDAY - PUB STAGE
Joe Mansergh brings a varied mix of popular music from throughout the ages in each of his energetic performances. With a love of all genres, particularly classic 60s pop, he’s well versed in the art of getting an audience going and creating an electric atmosphere.
He’ll be covering well-known songs from the 1950s to present day, including rock n’ roll, folk, blues, 80’s pop, 90’s indie, and more.
Perhaps even the odd original if you can catch him on a good day.
Formally known as Braxton Hicks, now fronted Ulverston's favourite landlady, Joanne Clayton-Brown, The Memes bring new life and energy into rare and sometimes obscure tunes.
A great mix of blues and Americana with a dash of good old pub rock and quirkiness. The Memes are back after a 5 year break and enjoying every minute!
If their recent warm up gig was anything to go by, the AFF crowd are in for a real treat.
SATURDAY - BEER GARDEN
renowned duo Ste Tyson and Sie Norfolk, who present an ultra-cool soundtrack for an idyllic afternoon at AFF. Ste and Sie are local legends spinning sounds at a number of high-profile northern venues including at Lancaster’s Kanteena, Morecambe’s Alhambra (The Carleton), Leeds Brudenell club and of course Ulverston’s Hope & Anchor and have packed-out dancefloors for a number of years.
FUNK & SOUL
The party continues outside from 7.00pm in the beer garden this year when Ste and Sie will re-visit their popular funk and soul vinyl sessions which they have been collaborating on for a number of years.
At Ulverston’s longest running funk and soul night you can expect to hear classic funk, soul, disco and breaks to keep you going into the night.
Reuben Tighe, local musician and former member of folk group King Eider, fingerpicks his way through a combination of blues, foot stomping folk and original music, to deliver a delectable delight for your ears.
The Convulsions are a Mod Punk Boogaloo band originally based in Chicago when Ben Ruth, band founder, brought with him from England the old concept of British Rhythm and Blues as a sweat pouring, often blood letting, shaking manic musical experience!
SUNDAY - PUB STAGE
“ The Livin' Is Cheasy”. Ease into Day 2 at the Hope with the finest veggie fodder and the smoothest grooves from John and James, your Maitre D'Js.
BEER GARDEN
Formed about 12 years ago in the back room of the Hope by a few mates playing mandolin on a Monday evening.
The band is now driven by bass, drums, electric guitars and brass, still with our 1 remaining mandolin. DLF have evolved into an accomplished blues based, soul tinged, full on rock band. Come and join the Delicate Little Flowers for their first AFF appearance!
Singing for fun every Monday at the wonderful Hope & Anchor, the best pub in the world.
What we lack in musical talent, we make up for in enthusiasm.
Dedication and hard work, we’ve heard of them.
PIEL CASTLE
15:00 – SPACE IS THE PLACE DJS
– JORDAN GAFFNEY 18:00 – INSULA
– GRANT CURNOW 20:00 – JONNY SWIFT
– SUGARFOOT 22:00 – FIZZY MILK
15:00 – SEAHOUSE DJS
– THE AEROBEES 18:00 – OLIVIA DACRE
– EMKER CEL
ROSE & CROWN
- PETER MOON (SOULOTTO)
- STEVE G (MM)
- WIDGET (FLOW STATE)
- DUCK (MM)
70S // 80S // 90S MUSIC // GAMING
6 NEW MARKET ST, LA12 7LN // SAT 2PM - 3AM
3 BARS, SEATING CAPACITY FOR 200 GUESTS OVER 2 FLOORS & OUTSIDE GARDEN AREA, GAMES ROOM WITH DINER AREA, CATERING `BACK 2 BASICS` FOODS.
Join us from 14.00 – 18.00 on Saturday 15th June for our very rst afternoon Day-Fever Disco!
Enjoy the very best sounds of the 70s, 80s & 90s with our very own DJ Myles & guest DJ (TBC).
This Is A Free Admission Event.
Open All Weekend Until 21.00
Check out our very new games room, diner & bar on our 1st oor within this iconic building.
Retro gaming With today's technology! (T&C`s Apply).
FRI 6PM - 8PM - SAT & SUN - 10AM - 8PM - DURING ANOTHER FINE FEST
A LIL' SOMETHING FOR THE LIL' ONES!
EXPECT BUMPER CARS, MERRY-GO-ROUNDS, TRAMPOLINES, MINI-TWISTERS, SWEET TREATS & MORE!
FRIDAY 6PM - 8PM - ALL RIDES £1.50 (EXCEPT BUNGEE TRAMPOLINES)
Eeko, Phixxa and Jacob Baldassarre. Collectively they have been collecting and sharing electronic music for almost 60 years, picking the finest cuts of deep groove driven house music.
Their minimalistic but techy and energetic sound has entertained dancefloors across the north west and seen them play alongside Derrick Carter, A Guy Called Gerald, Ion Ludwig and Seizun.
Look out for their tireless b2b2b sets which guarantee to make you move all night.
Greg has been djing in and around the Ulverston area for the last few years, playing for the likes of 'True Dancing People' and most recently 'Voyage'.
Djing a mix of minimal house, techno, and electro.
Eddie has been DJing across the North West for the last decade, playing an eclectic mix of minimal, tech house and electro. He has recently played for local collectives such as True Dancing People.
Ulverston based Amy Clouds is a singer-songwriter with an eclectic repertoire and a feisty spirit. She sits comfortably alongside indie folk music, but brings a range of influences from reggae and punk to spoken word.
Amy’s vocals balance fragility and power, embracing a natural sense of imperfection. Her live performances are giddy and open hearted.
She warmly welcomes us to join her, to reflect on and celebrate life on this strange Earthly plane.
Lauren Davey and Jack Hartley bring a dynamic blend of acoustic funk, soul, pop, and blues to the stage.
With Lauren's soulful vocals and Jack's masterful guitar skills, their performances are a journey through a diverse musical landscape.
From groovy funk rhythms to heartfelt bluesy ballads, this duo creates a unique experience that resonates with fans of various genres.
Local blues and rock covers quartet renowned for a big sound.
Their energetic song choices and cool bluesy hooks make these a must watch at this year's AFF!
Popular in the surrounding area, with a unique appeal for all ages, their loud and intricate riffs defy general expectations.
Bringing you an eclectic mix of Cumbria’s finest acts, Aslan’s Annex has been programming entertainment at events such as Grasmere Guzzler for over 10 years.
With a brilliant programme of musicians playing from 4.30pm till 10.30pm, we’ll be starting the evening with acoustic goodness, before descending into raucous blues, luscious funk and nu-disco. Come along for a great time!
Jon is a Cumbrian based singer / songwriter who has spent years honing his craft and touring as far as Europe and back.
He delivers a uniqueness to his music, forming conventional acoustic guitar playing with the ideology and rhythm of a drummer.
His original take on folk warms the soul and is empowered by a passionate delivery.
Zopa return to Fine Fest this year to lay down their sumptuous sound of low down and dirty grooves with dripping wet licks.
Prepare to have your ears climax to their undeniably euphonious melodies whilst your hips slink uncontrollably to the beat of the luscious funk.
Wrapping up the evening a fierce nu-disco and electronic duo whose latest releases have garnered attention on BBC Radio, with airtime on BBC Introducing.
Bossyking craft an electrifying fusion of commanding female vocals, gritty basslines, intricate guitar synths, and polished beats.
Their mission is to deliver an exhilarating and dance worthy live festival performance.
Over the past year, they have thrilled audiences at prestigious festivals like Kendal Calling, Solfest, Eden, Eskfest and now return to AFF!
FUNK // AFROBEAT // LATIN // CUMBIA // SOUL // BREAKS // SOULFUL D&B 23-25 MARKET ST, LA12 7LR // SAT 7:30PM - 01:00
A CULINARY DESTINATION, PROVIDING SOMETHING OUT OF THE ORDINARY FOR ALL TO SAVOUR. LOCAL PRODUCE + WORLD FLAVOURS. THIS YEAR WE ARE DEDICATING OUR BAR TO MUSIC, DANCING AND HAPPINESS IN TRUE AFF STYLE.
Evie has played at club nights such as Monster Monster, Kanteena, Barrow Underground Music Society and local festivals such as Another Fine Fest, Youphoria and Witch Fest. Expect to hear soulful drum and bass, reggae and funky breakbeat vibes
Over the last 17 years, Lebrosk has been rocking Amsterdam boat parties, UK festivals, cool funky bars and various clubs all over Europe.
His music taste spans funk, breaks, house, disco and everything in between! With over five years reviewing for Mixmag under his belt, he’s got a keen ear for the latest big tracks while also dabbling in his own remixes and edits too.
Head over to his Soundcloud page (www.soundcloud.com/lebrosk) to check out his monthly podcast and all his mixes and tracks.
Roze Gold is a DJ who curates her sets with the intention of promoting joy, sensuality and connection in the audience. You can expect a rhythmically diverse and creative set which explores Afro & Latin sounds alongside Soulful House, Bruk and UKG with an R&B influence.
Alongside guest mixes and radio shows 2022/23 has seen Naomi start to curate her own events in Cumbria & Lancaster; Co-hosting the very first ‘Lancarnaval’ - a Brazilian festival in the North West, Starting her own monthly night ‘Juicy Fruit’ and playing at underground venues, festivals and events in the North which champion global sound system culture such as Samedia Shebeen, Kelburn Garden Party, Boombox Circus and Bazuka.
With 25 years of record collecting under the belt and having run countless events and club nights, the Fallback name has gained recognition for quality tunes to rock any dance floor and has warmed up crowds for heavyweights Shy FX, A-Skillz, Becky Hill, and Utah Saints to name a few.
CURATED BY FALLBACK PRODUCTIONS, L’AL CHURRASCO WELCOMES FOUR GUEST DJ’S TO SHOWCASE A NIGHT OF GLOBAL BEATS. JOIN US ON A 6 HOUR EXCURSION TAKING YOU ON A JOURNEY OF DIVERSE MUSIC FROM FURTHER AFIELD.
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Evie Lola is an up and coming DJ from Ulverston, resident for Dance Culture UK and Beat Guruz Sound.
DISCO // HOUSE / / TECH // FUNK // ELECTRO POP MILL ST. LA11 7EB // SAT: 13:00 - LATE // FAMILIES WELCOME // NO CHILDREN AFTER 21:00
WITH THREE INDIVIDUAL UNIQUE BARS, A CHARMING RESTAURANT AND AN OUTDOOR TERRACE, THE MILL OFFERS IT’S CUSTOMERS LOCAL AND WORLD BEERS, CRAFT ALES, PREMIUM SPIRITS AND FRESHLY MADE COCKTAILS, ALONGSIDE QUALITY, SEASONAL FOOD IN BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS.
Heavily involved in the scene for the last 20 years, playing across the UK at some of the world's most renowned clubs.
Warmed up Sankeys main room for Fergie and Alter Ego, co-organiser of Manchester based club nights Uber Motion, resident at the infamous techno night “Colour” and co-promoter of charity event Fullstop.
Gaz now solely focuses on local night Cavort, running Bright Blue Studios and is also a part of the Mindform Recordings crew.
Craig has been a favourite across the local area for a long time.
Behind such parties as Digital Beats and Underground DJs. Craig has played in some of the UK's finest clubs including the infamous Sankeys in Manchester.
His main focus now is music production and running the record label (Mindform Recordings).
As an avid record collector, DJ and promoter, the last decade has seen him at the forefront of the local music scene. Hosting local nights, Liaison & Twang, he has shared the stage with names such as Derrick Carter, Scratch Perverts, Mike Skinner and many more.
A true passion in digging for music of all genres ensures the crate is stacked with the finest music there is. Expect a fusion of house, techno & electronica!
musicalMayhem sound system came into life in 1999. When the original Ulverston vinyl selectors, Steve and Duck bought their own sound system and threw a party for the “underground crowd” of Ulverston.
Known for their legendary day parties at the Rose and Crown, these guys are the dons of the local DJ scene.
Mindform is a DJ/Producer/label owner with a diverse repertoire of sounds developed and crafted from over two decades of living and breathing every essence of electronic music.
His music seamlessly weaves in and out of moods ranging from the dreamy and melancholic, to uplifting and ethereal to the downright dirty.
Mindform encapsulates everything that is authentic and genuine for his passion for music with a desire to make you move.
Robbie has been DJing for many years around the north-west.
Having found his most recent rhythm spinning funk, soul, and alternative deep cuts, Robbie originally cut his cloth with house and disco.
Back on the Mill terrace, expect a mix of deep, garage-y house cuts, mixed with some disco flavours.
Widget from Flow State puts The ‘F’ in Funky, with a unique style of breaks, disco and hip-hop.
He always aims to bring the funk that smoulders with dance floor appeal.
A DJ not to be missed….
Doug’s sets blend together house, techno, disco and obscurities in between.
Various residencies and bookings have seen him warm up for acts such as Derrick Carter, Danny Tenaglia, Ruf Dug, Luke Una, Red Rack’em & OOFT amongst others.
Expect deep, warm dancefloor tackle.
With a love of all genres, particularly classic 60s pop, he’s well versed in the art of getting an audience going and creating an electric atmosphere.
He’ll be covering well-known songs from the 1950s to present day, including rock n’ roll, folk, blues, 80s pop, 90s indie, and more. Perhaps even the odd original if you can catch him on a good day.
Eclectic covers with an original style.
numerous different bands.
Chris’s main focus is currently with indie/folk trio Alcove, but often finds the time for some solo shows presenting his take on acoustic/indie/folk through both original and cover songs.
Known mostly as a solo artist, playing acoustically as a singer / songwriter, Jorgie can also be found drumming for Bobster and The Bandoleros.
Also participating and providing musical opportunities in the community, Jorgie leads St Mary's Hospice Community Choir and works as a music tutor at South Lakes Rock School.
Reuben plays the acoustic guitar with aplomb, utilising a range of pedals to expand his sound, whilst delivering a powerful vocal throughout his performance.
A hard touring, folk and country singer / songwriter from Otley. Playing honest, heartfelt self-penned and traditional songs on 12 string guitar and banjo.
Sam began performing in and around Leeds in 2004, with word spreading further afield with the release of his 2009 debut album, Close To Home.
Performing at SXSW in Austin, Texas in 2010, he has toured the US widely, usually in the company of friends and fellow skaters The Pine Hill Haints.
The Native Cult at their core use their chemistry to bring a lively atmosphere to any environment, using variations of nylon guitar techniques, dual harmonies, solid bass lines and their trusty percussion section.
ACOUSTIC // FOLK // INDIE // POP // ROCK 37 MARKET ST. LA12 7LR // SAT 3PM - 11PM // SUN 3PM - 10PM // FAMILIES WELCOME // NO CHILDREN AFTER 7PM
THE PIEL CASTLE IS A WELCOMING PUB IN THE HEART OF ULVERSTON. WELL ESTABLISHED AS A LIVE ENTERTAINMENT VENUE, THERE ARE BANDS, KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS THROUGHOUT THE WEEK WITH NO COVER CHARGE. A GREAT SELECTION OF CASK ALES, CRAFT BEERS & PREMIUM SPIRITS AT COMPETITIVE PRICES
Space is The Place has been orbiting the Morecambe Bay area for seven years since blasting off on CandoFM.
Lead cosmonauts Steve and Shaun play two hours of wonderfully wonky music from around the globe every Thursday at 10pm.
Truly a garden of earthly delights on your dial.
Since 2020 Jonny has released four albums (Dalton Daze, Story of Luna, Kalimera and An Awesome Dream) via local independent label Seahouse Records.
He's received national and inter-national radio play with exposure from BBC 6 music, BBC London, BBC introducing, Amazing Radio & many more.
Currently working on his 5th album.
Olivia Dacre, a 17-year-old acoustic singer/songwriter from Cumbria, has immersed herself in the live music scene since the age of 13.
Fuelled by a profound love for music, Olivia's journey began from a passion for creating her own music. Featured multiple times on BBC introducing and CumbriaNow, Olivia actively contributes to local charity work and is a presenter herself for local radio station CandoFM.
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Manchester based singer songwriter Jordan pens songs relating to everyday life. Former frontman of Freshman, his songs draw influence from the writing styles of Radiohead, Blur and the Arctic Monkeys and have earned regular plays on BBC introducing.
Jordan has also shared the stage with names such as The South and The Lottery Winners among others at Festivals across the UK. Catch him across the UK in 2024.
SATURDAY
For 16 years, Sugarfoot have been bringing a taste of Nashville to the English Lake District and beyond through their original music and alternative approach to Country song.
Sugarfoot have built a faithful following over those years and are proud to be part of the country music explosion that's happening in the UK right now. In 2022 they released their debut album ‘Long Time Comin’.
Emker Cel is the stage name for songwriter and producer Matt Kassell. He brings his 3-piece live band to AFF following a triumphant solo set last year. Since then, Matt has released his third album “You Are Everything You Are”. A dynamic, melodic set is guaranteed for the Piel this year.
“Transcends the boundaries of time, seamlessly blending decades of sounds into a contemporary narrative”.
- We Write About Music.
A 5-piece from Barrow, Insula make music with punk and classic rock influences.
In 2022 they released their debut and self titled three-track EP and have since released the singles ‘Feds’ and ‘Like Me’.
Having been played on CandoFM, Amazing Radio and BBC Introducing, Insula continue to wow crowds with their heavy guitar riffs and energetic live performances.
A four-piece experimental punk/indie powerhouse from the Lake District. An eclectic group undefined by any one genre, Fizzy Milk are hard at work establishing their own sound.
Gritty, punk-adjacent riffs are juxtaposed with jazz harmonies, sample-based electronics and keyboards reminiscent of lo-fi hip-hop. In 2021 they released their EP ‘Yesterdays Jam’.
An Indie Pop Punk ensemble hailing from the shores of Walney Island, proudly proclaim themselves as leaders of the Walney “Wail of Sound”. Currently immersed in a whirlwind of creativity writing, rehearsing & capturing their sonic essence. Released through Seahouse Records, soul-stirring tracks such as “Dignity” & the hauntingly beautiful “You Are Not Your Thoughts” pave the way for the band’s second album to be released mid-2024.
Grant Curnow is an alternative comedian/ tragic novelty folk singer – amateur time lord. Based in Manchester, Grant has performed 3 full length shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part of the PBH Fringe.
Grant is always found with a ukulele and his trusted comedy sidekick, Mini Dalek and in April 2024 he released his full length debut album ‘Troubles of an Amateur Timelord’. Don’t miss Grant’s show at Another Fine Fest!
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An alternative/ indie duo from the Furness area who formed in 2022 and play unique original music.
They have completed their first EP album 'Clear Vision' which was penned during lockdown and recorded for Seahouse Records in 2022, lead track False Dawn featuring on the charity album Bags of Love 5. The AeroBees recorded and released 'No Angel', in 2023.
Able to evoke and convey warmth and emotion alongside acerbic, indie-punk anthems, Jamie is a songwriter, singer and guitarist completely at ease with his craft and worthy of your attention. With a live session for BBC Introducing and opening gigs for Ocean Colour Scene under his belt, Jamie released his debut album ‘Echolocation’ in 2015 and has since put out a large number of singles. Influences include; Tom Petty, R.E.M. & The Beatles.
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Alcove are a trio hailing from South Cumbria presenting vocal harmonies, guitars, banjo, flute and more, all to make up the band’s core sound of contemporary acoustic indie/folk. 2023 showcased the band’s well received first live performances including appearances at festivals such as Eskfest and FYA festival with more to follow in 2024.
Always working on new material and eclectic covers to further develop his unique sound, Jack’s music remains fresh and exciting. Drawing inspiration from many genres he incorporates a distinctive percussive style to his acoustic guitar playing. His personal touch shines through his music, whether it be a gritty blues number, or an upbeat 80s pop anthem.
The Native Cult at their core use their chemistry to bring a lively atmosphere to any environment, using variations of nylon guitar techniques, dual harmonies, solid bass lines and their trusty percussion section.
Formed through a mutual love of Ska & Reggae, Midnight Landing have played the country together in various iterations since 2008, supporting bands such as Jaya the Cat and The Skints. After officially disbanding during lockdown, they are back for one last hurrah over the summer of 2024. With some new material and some old friends, Midnight Landing’s last stand is set to be their best act yet.
Channelling the ferocity of jazz creators from the late 20th century and the melodicism of their ancestors, Nauta offers a breath of fresh air for the UK jazz scene. Their music showcases their collective unique improvisatory voice and welcomes audiences into their creative sphere.
Zopa are comprised of seasoned musicians and songwriters from various bands. Their song-writing style has influences from a plethora of genres and are beginning to hone their own unique sound.
An energetic yet steady groove underpins lip curling bass lines linked with slinky guitar licks and creamy vocals to supply you with a deep dose of audible satisfaction.
Cassie are a two piece instrumental band sounding the noises of the frustrated and aggressively passive and somewhat ill educated minds of it's members, through constantly jarring and changing parts of both the loud and discordant, as well as tuneful and melodic variety, with occasional unwaranted mouth noises.
For ONE night only:
The Puffins will crawl out of their burrows to remind you that the universe really does not care about you.
Anybody who knows the Scottish music scene will tell you that Mickey 9s are one of the most exciting bands to see live. The irreverent four piece from Glasgow combine elements of dance, punk and disco into a blistering, genre-defying groove that sends crowds into a frenzy.
They are previous Best Live Act Winners at the Scottish Alternative Music Awards.
filthy riffs, Despicable have you covered.
Despicable are a 4-piece with an eclectic taste and the desire to go wherever the music takes them. This band has very little rules. songwriting that often touches on deeper themes.
the psychedelic undergrowth.
DJs David Gyrne, Ed Lenartowicz and DJ Fallback present a rich ecosystem of dance music, bridging styles of house, breaks and techno. Expect groovy, driving rhythms and booty-shaking bass while you rustle in the foliage with your fellow forest dwellers.
Jon Dawes is a Cumbrian based singer-songwriter.
Having spent years honing his craft and touring as far Europe and back, he delivers a uniqueness to his music with the back-beat of the kick drum and percussive guitar playing joined by a drum sample pad and effects loop pedal, creating layers of dynamics with attributing vocals.
Introducing South Lakeland's own dynamic and talented female trio, Another Mister.
This powerhouse group combines their diverse musical backgrounds to create fresh and exciting sounds that is truly their own.
Together, these three women create an unforgettable sound, with their luscious three-part harmonies and captivating stage presence.
Blippi’s Beats and Bubbles. All young movers and shakers (and their parents/guardians) are invited for an afternoon dance party at The Forest Floor!
Bounce, move and wriggle with the worms as the dance floor comes alive with a dazzling display of colours and wonders.
Hosted by the energetic Blippi who will be DJing a mixture of kids' favourites and fun dance tunes, with balloons, bubbles, club lights (no strobe), confetti cannons and forest-themed face painting.
A passionate singer/song writer whose soulful voice & insightful lyrics which together with a rich & vibrant mosaic of acoustic guitar picking give him a sound that is both unique & enticing.
Kirk has appeared alongside such luminaries as folk legend Bert Jansch, Tommy Emmanuel, Nick Harper, Katherine Williams & Wizz Jones
"A melting pot of sonic bliss". - Nitin Sawhney
Enter the world of The Spiratones, where beach-bound bangers abound and summer never ends.
Prepare yourself for shimmering surf-rhythms and garage stained rock ‘n’ roll. The irrepressible four-piece will win your hearts and minds with their timeless solar powered surf instro music. Shake-it with The Spiratones!
If you know Fleetwood Mac then you know just what to expect.
Bringing you all the well-known classics with the refreshing energy of early days Mac that will have you singing and dancing before you’ve considered doing it.
Come and share the enjoyment and love of this iconic band, in very good hands!
BLIPPI'S BUBBLE & BEATS
GIN SHOP & BAR OPEN ON THURSDAYS, 10-3PM; FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, 11-5PM
Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU 07794699913
Sewing Shop & Tuition 2-3 Potter’s Court Market Street (through Greggs arch)
www.CatkinAndScraps.Co.Uk Info@CatkinAndScraps.Co.Uk Tel: 01229-486918
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