The Churchfitters is a folk band like no other. Bass guitars made out of frying pans and hub caps. Heart-wrenching vocals accompanied by a musical saw. Foot-stompingly fast fiddle mixed with infectious funk-rock banjo, and traditional melodies reinvigorated with mesmerising rock rythms. The three virtuoso musicians from England and France strut their stuff on a stage that bristles with instruments - adding flute, mandolin, strum box, tin whistle, guitar, ukulele, saxophone, stand up dustbin bass and a sackful of percussion to their ensemble. And let’s not forget the unique ‘bing-bong’ machine made out of hack-saw blades. Throw in some exquisite harmonies, a slew of startlingly original songs and a few jokes that create instant rapport and you’ve got a high energy show that always leaves audiences cheering.

How do you adequately describe such a musically diverse, uplifting band ? You leave it to Mike Harding, a self confessed ‘huge, huge fan’. He calls them ‘totally brilliant and beautiful ’. DAVE PEGG, FAIRPORT CONVENTION « I knew as soon as I saw Boris’s instruments that the Churchfitters were going to be interesting. However, on watching their set I can honestly say that they are the most musically inventive band that I have seen in decades. They received a standing ovation from the festival. Go and see them and you will understand why. A must . »

Advance Tickets cost 13.00 (plus booking fees) - On the door on the night they will cost £15. Additionally there are some tables available from £31.00 for two (plus booking fees)

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