Nettlebed Folk Club is currently marking a major milestone: its 35th anniversary since the music club uprooted from its original home at The Bull pub to move into the Village Club.
The current series ofanniversary shows has seen immense demand, with Spiers & Boden and the upcoming McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle date already sold out.
SykesMartin brings harmonies to the Nettlebed Folk CLub
The next performance in the series takes place this coming Monday, 16 February, featuring the exciting new collaboration SykesMartin.
Comprising Miranda Sykes (Show of Hands) and Hannah Martin (Edgelarks and Gigspanner Big Band), the duo brings together two of the finest voices in British folk.
The pair first discovered their instinctive ear for harmony while playing together in Steve Knightley’s Wake the Union band.
Following a casual winter session in Devon, they developed a sound that blends deep roots knowledge with skilled improvisation on double bass, fiddle, and banjo.
This show offers a rare chance to hear their shared musical heritage in an intimate setting.
Steve Knightley and Cara Dillon join spring schedule
Looking ahead, the club has added new dates for two of the genre’s heavyweights.
On Monday, 30 March, folk legend Steve Knightley returns for a unique solo performance.
The former Show of Hands frontman will revisit his most iconic narratives alongside material from his latest album.
On Monday, 20 April, multiple award-winning Irish singer Cara Dillon will take the stage accompanied by producer and musician Sam Lakeman.
Known for a crystalline vocal style and a deep connection to traditional song, Dillon’s performance promises an evening of exceptional warmth and musicality.
When is SykesMartin coming to Reading, and how can I get tickets?
The SykesMartin performance takes place on Monday 16 February 2026, with the show starting at 7.30pm.
The venue is The Village Club, High Street, Nettlebed, Nr Henley on Thames, RG9 5DD. All performances at the club are open to music lovers of all ages, though the quiet, listening atmosphere is best suited to adults and older children.
Tickets for SykesMartin are £19 in advance. For Steve Knightley (30 March), tickets are £22, and for Cara Dillon (20 April), tickets are £25.
To book tickets, call the box office directly on 01628 636620 or 01628 603670. Please note that booking lines are only open between 10am and 8pm.
Additionally, tickets for future events can be purchased in person during the interval of any Monday night show, though the club can only accept cash for these door-side transactions.
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