Youth Folk Opportunities
There are lots of ways for young people to get involved in folk music through a wide range of organisations in England.
Youth Folk Map
Here is some of the current youth folk music activity in England.
We want to hear from you! If you run a youth folk music activity in England and would like to add to our data, please fill in this questionnaire.
PDF Directory – updated for 2022
The English Folk Dance and Song Society produces a directory of Youth Folk Opportunities around England. Our PDF directory is produced as part of our National Youth Folk Ensemble programme, which aims to promote, develop and link youth folk music activities across England.
Our directory shares a selection of regional and national opportunities for young people who play or are interested in exploring folk and traditional music. These include folk bands, summer schools, competitions, courses, bursaries, and creative learning projects.
The 2022 directory was published in December 2021. Please contact individual organisations for information about their programmes and safeguarding policies.