Carolling and Crumpets with John Kirkpatrick in Sidmouth

CRUMPETS: FolkWeek festival favourite John Kirkpatrick will be in Sidmouth today, Friday, to perform his acclaimed show, Carolling and Crumpets, celebrating Christmas and midwinter in songs, music and stories. This is a rare opportunity to see John perform in Sidmouth outside his regular August appearances. The concert will take place at 8.00pm in Sidmouth Methodist Church and tickets (�8.00) are available at the door. Further details from Folk South West on (01935) 873889.

CAROLS: People from across England will be in Sidmouth this weekend (November 19-21) to take part in Folk South West’s annual West Country Christmas Carols event. Singers and instrumentalists will work on a selection of the region’s little-known musical heritage and then perform them in a free, informal concert, on Sunday afternoon at 3.45pm in Sidmouth Methodist Church. Contact Folk South West (01935) 873889 for more details.