This month, Folk at the Barlow brings you the opportunity os see more greats of th UK folk scene. Mick Ryan,  fine singer of traditional and original songs, wrote both comic and serious songs for the band the Crows.  He has also written for radio and a created a number of highly successful folk musicals including ‘A Tollpuddle Man’ (with Graham Moore) and ‘Paupers Path’.

Paul Downes is an amazing guitarist, and masters a number of styles with ease, but  is probably proudest of and most well-known for his singing and song-writing. Over the years he has worked with Phil Beer, The Arizona Smoke Revue, Pete Seeger and the Joyce Gang,  recorded many albums, and appeared at most folk clubs and festivals in the UK.

Together, Mick and Paul provide singing, music and entertainment of the very highest quality.

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This month we have a special support act for you. This is a revisiting of the show "Ice-Bound" originally staged by the Roaring Forties, of whom our own Geoff Miller is the only remaining member.  This tells the story, through song and narrative, of a  disastrous nineteenth century whaling voyage in which the ship became stuck in the ice for six months. Geoff will be aided by club members Nick Mallion and Simon Blatchley.

Please note the slightly earlier start time