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About Black Swan Folk Club
Black Swan Folk Club is a grassroots music venue in York, York with a standing capacity of approximately 50. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
Black Swan Folk Club books Folk, Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the York venue directory.
The Black Swan Folk Club has run for over 40 years at the Black Swan Inn, a historic 15th-century pub at 23 Peasholme Green in York (YO1 7PR). It meets every Thursday: doors at 7:30pm, the night starting at 8:00pm with the MC and local performers, then two 45-minute spots from the guest, finishing around 10:45pm. A weekly guest performer headlines most Thursdays, with a singers-and-musicians 'Come All Ye' open session roughly once every four weeks. The intimate room (around 50 capacity) is a cornerstone of the city's folk and acoustic scene, hosting top UK and international artists alongside emerging talent. Guest-night tickets are sold via WeGotTickets under venue 'York Black Swan'.
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23 Peasholme Grn, York, York, YO1 7PR
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Black Swan Folk Club books Folk, Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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23 Peasholme Grn, York, York, YO1 7PR. See the map below for directions. Browse more York venues nearby.
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