# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: From the successful launch in 2011, and now in its 14th year, the family friendly festival raises funds to support Teenage & young adult Cancer care plus local school, Brighstone Primary. 

Wolverton Folk & Blues has become a firm fixture on the Island’s event calendar, with fantastic bands/artists each year along with locally produced food, children's activities, tea tent and not forgetting the Real Ale tent!

Special guest artists at Wolverton Folk & Blues this year include....
Award-winning UK bluesman ERROL LINTON and his band.
UK’s finest Bluegrass and Folk stars The THUMPING TOMMYS.
USA Delta-Blues supremo RAY CASHMAN + Lucy Piper
As well as the Main Stage, the popular 'Beer Tent Acoustic Stage' will make a welcome return providing a full and varied programme, featuring some of the best Folk & Blues musicians the Isle of Wight has to offer.

Other Bands/Artists confirmed for Wolverton 2026 include The Gilkicker Weevils, Second Time Around, Milo, Doug Alldred & The Silver Lining, The Bohemians, Feck! The King Bees, Brighstone Barnacles, The Purple Emperors, Berlingo Flick, The Hollow Creek Band, F9 Uking The Blues, Our Annie-R and Moonshine Border Morris.

With an IW real ale beer tent, Tea Tent, children’s activities, craft stalls and Morris Dancing, The Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair is set to be a great opportunity to enjoy top live music and great festival food, set against the backdrop of the beautiful West Wight scenery.

In aid of Teenage & Young Adult Cancer Care and Brighstone School.
Supported by Red Funnel Ferries.
Ticket Information: £14.00, (£16.00 on day). Children 12 & under, Free!
Advance tickets available from:
Waterstones Bookshop, Newport.
The Village Shop, Brighstone.
Briddlesford Lodge Farm Shop, Wootton Bridge.
Brighstone School.
Orchard Brothers, Freshwater Bay.

For more information or enquiries:
email: iwfoodnfolk@gmail.com
web: www.facebook.com/WolvertonFolkandBlues
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newport/wolverton-folk-and-blues-fair-2026/200029901253918
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, festivals, live-music, kids, calendar, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 643

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Newport
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Wolverton Manor, Shorwell, Isle of Wight, PO30 3JS Newport, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 50.63882
- **long**: -1.36019
- **full address**: Wolverton Manor, Shorwell, Isle of Wight, PO30 3JS Newport, United Kingdom, Newport, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair 2026 takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:30 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Wolverton Manor, Shorwell, Isle of Wight, PO30 3JS Newport, United Kingdom, Newport, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair 2026?
  - **A:** Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair 2026 is organized by Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair 2026 is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 640+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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