Broadstairs Folk Week: Music, Sea & Good Vibes

What it is

Broadstairs Folk Week is a seaside festival where the whole town comes alive with live folk music, dance teams (Morris, clog, ceilidh), hands-on workshops, and family activities.

What to expect

Intimate gigs, pop-up stages, pub sessions, a craft market, and easy strolls to Viking Bay for those golden-hour views along the clifftop path.

Tips

• Wear comfy shoes and bring a light layer for the sea breeze.
• Keep some cash—many artists sell CDs and merch directly.
• Split the schedule with friends and meet later for a ceilidh or pub session.

Why go

It’s friendly, unpretentious, and full of character—the mix of music, a buzzing seaside town, and cliff-top scenery will have you planning your return.

Official site: broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk