​Folk Factory - 10th Anniversary!

2026 marks 10 years of Folk Factory, and we’re planning a big celebration!

Next Summer we are hoping to hold the first ever youth folk festival in Sheffield. This 2 day event will be programmed by our young people, and jam-packed with workshops, dance-outs, ceilidhs, and performances. Different traditional/cultural groups from across Sheffield will be invited to take part, and we are also going to record a CD of our Folk Factory favourites to release at the festival.

Of course, such grand plans require lots of money so we’re asking for your help in supporting our young people with their fundraiser. We have applied for some funding but need to raise £3000 match funding. We are planning several performances this coming year; a sponsored walk and a cake sale, and the young people are going to plan some more fundraising activities. 

If you're able to make a one-off donation or donate a small amount monthly we'll be eternally grateful.

folk factory

Folk Factory is a junior / youth music ensemble dedicated to exploring folk music, tunes, songs and dance from around the world in a fun and friendly way. We learn by ear, write and arrange our own pieces and do lots of performances, in Sheffield and further afield! 

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Juniors

Youths

Schools

forge & fledge

Forge & Fledge is for nurturing new and experienced adult musicians. A safe space to encourage singers and instrumentalists to explore all aspects of folk music and song, without needing to read music or have any prior grounding in traditional music!

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Voices

Instruments