Wessex Folk Festival
The Wessex Folk Festival is one of the biggest and best free folk festivals in the UK, bringing the streets and harbourside of Weymouth to life with music, dancing and celebration each year. Visitors can enjoy live performances from talented folk musicians, colourful Morris dancing, craft stalls, delicious local food and a welcoming atmosphere that captures the spirit of Dorset’s coastal community. It’s a fantastic weekend for all ages and a great way to experience local culture by the sea.
Event details
Dates and times
Saturday 30th May - All day
Sunday 31st May - All day
All day
23.7 miles from Highlands End and Eype Beach
25.8 miles from Golden Cap
17.9 miles from Graston Copse
9.6 miles from Sandyholme
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