MK Sessions

New open mic in Newport Pagnell

2012-02-03T06:01:00.003Z

Sam Ficek informs of a new open mic session at "The Watershed" live music venue recently opened in Newport Pagnell. It is held every Tuesday evening and details can be found here.

Bletchley Arms finishes

2012-01-24T16:32:00.002Z

Jill informs that the fortnightly open mic at The Bletchley Arms unfortunately failed to take-off so it has been decided to pull the plug on it. She confirms The Stag at Leighton Buzzard remains well supported so hopefully will continue to be a popular venue.

Woburn Sands Fund raising ceilidh

2012-01-23T11:05:00.000Z

This Saturday 28th January at the Summerlin Hall in Woburn Sands. Moonshine with Lynn Swain calling. Doors open 8.00pm. Bar, tickets £8, under 16's and car parking free.

A thinning list

2012-01-23T08:04:00.003Z

As well as the sad demise of Jeremy's session at the Cuckoo's Nest in Gawcott (see Sue's message) Geoff has now confirmed that the Irish session at the Cock in Roade has definitely finished so bit of an inauspicious start to the new year.

Plough open mic finishes

2012-01-04T16:29:00.002Z

Please note Craig's message regarding the demise of the Plough's fortnightly open mic in Towcester.

Hanslope Working Men's Club session

2012-01-02T00:14:00.003Z

The location for this coming Sunday's (January 8th) inaugral lunchtime session at Hanslope Working Men's Club has been added to the Session Finder. Following sessions will be on the 1st Sunday of the month.

All still well at The Cannon

2011-12-29T23:47:00.004Z

It appears from Ade's message that the Thursday night open mic at The Cannon is still going strong so apologies for being in error reporting its demise.

I am extremely grateful for any information that is sent in for the website often relies on your input to keep things accurate (!). This is especially true for the open mic sessions.

Sportsman's Arms, Wing

2011-12-26T12:33:00.002Z

Steve informs that The Sportsman's Arms session in Wing will be taking place this week on Tuesday December 27th.

Christmas period

2011-12-19T01:51:00.004Z

Through the Christmas period only events that are notified as certain will be posted so if you know of a definite session please mail me or leave a message on the board.

Message from Pete Tales

2011-12-18T18:16:00.002Z

Hi Folks. It’s official – The Hanslope Session has a new home. January 8th, Joyce (Club Steward) and her team at Hanslope Working Men’s Club will be happy to welcome as many as will to the Sunday lunchtime session, and we revert to the first Sunday from Feb onwards. For those of you not too familiar with Hanslope, it is on the High Street (That’s the road directly opposite the front door of the Watts Arms), about ¾ the way up, towards the church, on the right. There is a large car park. The entrance is round the side – as you go in you’ll see a bar directly in front of you, this is where we’ll be. See you there!

Cheers, Pete.

Vaults Bar Acapella Session

2011-12-06T08:23:00.004Z

An Acapella session hosted by 5 Men not called Matt at the Vaults Bar, Stony Stratford. December 13th, 8pm onwards. Always popular get there early!.

Further details, Tim Hague, 01908-223375

Steppers Band Fund Raising Ceilidh

2011-12-01T09:55:00.000Z

On Saturday 10th December at York House in Stony Stratford, doors open 7.00pm, 7.30 to 11.00pm. Real ale bar, caller the fabulous Lynn Swain with the Steppers Band playing. Tickets a snip at £6 and £3 for under 12's. Phone Paul on 07810650742 to reserve tickets.

All proceeds to Folk on The Green.

Buskers wanted

2011-11-29T21:05:00.004Z

Please note message from Dan, Beatcheck on the board appealing for buskers this coming Friday.

Christmas Fayre session @ Woburn Sands

2011-11-21T05:24:00.005Z

There will be a one off session at The Swan Hotel in Woburn Sands this coming Sunday afternoon (Nov. 27th) starting 4.30pm after the town's annual Christmas Fayre (see Vic's message on the board). Please note: Stik informs that the Sunday evening Wheatsheaf session in Bow Brickhill will be cancelled as the Swan session will clash.

Cock at Roade cancelled

2011-11-15T22:36:00.003Z

Anja informs that the Wednesday sessions (1st & 3rd) at The Cock in Roade will be cancelled for the next two months so this week's session won't be happening it seems.

Stony Stratford Fiddle Club

2011-10-31T09:39:00.002Z

The venue for Stony Stratford Fiddle Club can vary so if you are interested in joining please contact Andrew Metcalfe 01908 265365 first to receive up to date information.

Ashwell Arms postponed

2011-10-31T09:19:00.003Z

Geoff informs that this week's 1st Friday session at The Ashwell Arms in Leighton Buzzard has been postponed until November 11th due to the clash with Fireworks festivities.

The Sportsman's is back

2011-10-26T16:45:00.002+01:00

Message from Steve Barnes....

Hi All
Good news at last. The Sportsmans Arms in Wing has now reopened and the session is back next week on Tuesday 1st November. Hope to see lots of you there.
S & S

OU venue change

2011-10-18T11:25:00.002+01:00

The venue for to-day's (Oct 18th) OU session is now The Green Room (see Michelle's message).

10 years at The Swan

2011-10-12T04:39:00.003+01:00

This coming Sunday, October 16th, will be the 10th anniversary of Ivor & Yvonne's popular session at The Swan in Old Stratford. They are hoping for a bumper turnout to help celebrate the evening and inform that the landlord has promised a surprise!

Chesham session

2011-10-11T17:29:00.003+01:00

Of interest to those in more southerly locations will be an acoustic session at The Gamekeeper's Lodge in Chesham. It is on the 3rd Friday of the month starting 9.00pm (see Helen's message on the board). It has now been added to the listing.

OU session venue change

2011-10-10T14:48:00.005+01:00

Please note that this month's Open University session (Tuesday Oct. 18th) will be at The Berrill Theatre....see Michelle's message.

A week early Ashwell Arms

2011-09-30T01:57:00.004+01:00

Geoff informs that the 1st Friday session at The Ashwell Arms in Leighton Buzzard will be a week early this time round (on Friday - Sept. 30th). This is due to conflcting events apparently.

Changes at The Bull

2011-09-26T08:45:00.003+01:00

The Bull in Stony is once more in a state of flux regarding owner/managers so the last Monday session (this week) is unlikely. Until the situation resolves itself the future of this session is a bit uncertain at the moment.

Crauford update

2011-09-21T16:36:00.004+01:00

Regarding the Wednesday night open mic at The Crauford in Wolverton the following update has kindly been sent in by Richard Gebbie:

The Craufurd Arms open mic on Wednesdays is now being run by Sean Grant http://www.facebook.com/seanvandergrant and the open mic facebook page is here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Waistcoat-Wednesdays-Craufurd-Arms-Open-Mic-Night/162474783817319

It starts at 8pm, every Wednesday.

Try out session at Ledburn

2011-09-20T11:07:00.005+01:00

Steve Barnes has forwarded this message from Sally.

I have managed to persuade the Hare & Hounds at Ledburn to have the Sporty session crowd next Tuesday 20th and have promised a whole bunch of excellent musicians. So it would be great to have a good turn out to see how it goes down with the Ledburn locals, and who knows, maybe it could lead to a regular session ??
At the moment it has been agreed as a one off to see how it goes.
Cheers me dears

Sally

Open University venue change

2011-09-20T10:18:00.002+01:00

Anyone visiting the Open University lunchtime session please note Michelle's message regarding change of venue which will now be Music Room 3, Perry C at the usual time.

Plough now fortnightly

2011-09-18T08:40:00.005+01:00

Please note from Craig's message that the Thursday evening open mic at the Plough in Towcester has now become a fortnightly event.

Sportsman woes

2011-09-03T22:04:00.004+01:00

Please note Ed's message regarding The Sportsman in Wing....Sad to hear as this has been a long standing popular session which will be missed by many if it can't be revived.

Message from Pete Tales

2011-09-03T22:01:00.000+01:00

Hi Folks. Quick update. Although the Globe is still closed at present, the signs are very positive for a possible opening next weekend (10th). Signage has appeared outside the pub today quoting 'open all day', 'rustic Italian food', range of beers, coffees etc. They are still advertising vacancies for chefs, and these all say the start date is the 10th - still have to make contact with the new landlord - watch this space.

Cheers, Pete.

New open mic in Bletchley

2011-09-01T18:01:00.003+01:00

Jill Taylor informs that a new open mic session has started at The Bletchley Arms in Queensway, Bletchley. It is every other Wednesday starting at 8pm. The next one is on September 7th....If you have any enquiries Jill can be contacted on 07719 856069.

Sunday's Wheatsheaf cancelled

2011-08-26T18:29:00.003+01:00

Stik informs that, due to various absentees and other events, this Sunday's (Aug.28th) session at The Wheatsheaf in Bow Brickhill has been cancelled.

Totternhoe update

2011-08-15T07:59:00.003+01:00

John informs that the Totternhoe session will now carry on as normal for the time being.

Totternhoe session on hold

2011-08-02T16:45:00.003+01:00

Please note John's message regarding the regular Monday Totternhoe session. At John's request I will continue to post the session with a red spot until its future is resolved.

Stony open mic changes venue

2011-07-13T09:21:00.004+01:00

The 2nd Tuesday "Scribal Gathering" open mic in Stony Stratford has now moved from The Crown to The Cock Hotel (Marquee Suite) in the High Street.

Local music facility

2011-07-13T09:03:00.004+01:00

A comprehensive local facility for recording, rehearsal, lessons etc. can now be found at The Old School Studios in New Bradwell....website here

No Unicorn (Cublington) this week

2011-07-12T08:38:00.002+01:00

Please note Steve's message regarding this week's Unicorn session at Cublington.

Sessions at Woburn Sands Folk Festival

2011-07-04T11:01:00.006+01:00

Please note Vic's message(s) regarding one-off sessions during the Woburn Sands Folk Festival on July 9th....Details can be found on the Festival website here

Irish Centre

2011-07-04T10:48:00.003+01:00

Geoff points out that The Irish Centre at Fenny Stratford is now the venue for a weekly Reggae evening every Friday so it seems safe to assume that the first Friday acoustic session has now come to an end.

Message from Chris Harvey !

2011-06-23T00:22:00.001+01:00

Hi Folkies and Real Ale Enthusiasts,

This coming Friday is as you will all know by now is the last Friday of the month. This is a last Friday with a difference though, Our glorious Landlord Paul is putting on a Beer Festival and has a list longer than a yard of ale of magnificent brews for your taste buds to relish. He has sent me a list of them which I am forwarding on to you all my darlings. To entertain you whilst you quaff these delectable nectars, he has booked, at enormous expense ( a pint and a packet of crisps ) the Fabulous Infamous and Inexpensive "BEATS WORKING" band. Their reputation goes before them, they are known for their ability to clear pubs before the evening has started, and several premises have subsequently been condemed as a result of their having appeared there. Don`t let that put you off though, they have not been known to bite anybody, apart from a few obnoxious children now and again, but not without provocation. As a consequence of this, there will not be the usual musical session that we all enjoy so much, but do come along and enjoy some Folk`n`Roots played at its most mediocre and with attitude featuring Fair Damsels and Old Gits, Great Harmonies and Grate Tunes.

As always I am yours

Ms Phyllis Stein.p.p

Chris an Hata & Eyewash Brady.

The Globe, Hanslope

2011-06-20T18:01:00.003+01:00

I have marked the 1st Sunday lunchtime session at The Globe in Hanslope as being on hold. Until the pub is up and running again the situation will remain. No doubt Pete will let us know if anything changes.

Message from Michael Marshall

2011-06-13T21:39:00.003+01:00

Just seen your blog and wondered if you know about the acoustic session at the Queens Head in Ampthill on the 1^st Monday of every month.

Its an informal round the room kick about folk, rock indi blues what ever the guys bring along, mainly guitar but with the old Joanna in the corner, banjo, bohdran and a bass last week things are starting to mix up a bit, all are welcome.

Monk & Tipster

2011-06-06T08:26:00.004+01:00

Please note Craig's message regarding the cessation of his open mic sessions at The Monk & Tipster in Towcester. I am assuming this doesn't affect the pub's own open mic session on the 2nd Tuesday.

Message from Pete Tales

2011-04-30T20:03:00.001+01:00

Hi Folks. Just a quick reminder that due to various May Day/Morris commitments, most people said they weren't around for the first Sunday in May, so the Globe session will NOT be going ahead tomorrow. There will be a session (of sorts) after the dance spots at the Swan, Old Stratford, in the afternoon. See you there!

Cheers, Pete.

Message from Steve Barnes

2011-04-03T18:28:00.001+01:00

Hi All

I'm sorry to to say the next Sportsman's Arms session on Tuesday 5th April has been cancelled due to a big Euro footie game on the telly.
As an alternative we will be going to Chantal's excellent Irish session at the Grand Junction, Bulbourne (near Tring). Hope to see you there.
S & S

No Globe this Sunday

2011-04-02T13:24:00.002+01:00

Pete informs that this Sunday's lunchtime session (April 3rd) at The Globe in Hanslope will NOT be taking place due to alterations.

Grand Junction Arms, Bulbourne, Tring

2011-03-31T00:32:00.003+01:00

A bit further afield Chantel Reid informs that she runs an acoustic session at The Grand Junction Arms, Bulbourne, Tring. It has an Irish flavour and has been running successfully for the past 12 months. The session is on the first Tuesday of the month starting 8.30pm and all are welcome.

Ashwell Arms, Leighton Buzzard

2011-03-30T19:40:00.005+01:00

Now added to the listing is an acoustic session (all styles) at The Ashwell Arms, Ashwell Street, Leighton Buzzard....From May onwards it will be on the 1st Friday of the month starting 8.30pm (This month's session will be on April 8th)

Session contact is Ash Austin: flashmeister84@googlemail.com

Message from Pete Tales

2011-03-29T17:11:00.000+01:00

Hello Folks. I have good news (I think..) I spoke with the Brewery's Area Manager re the Globe earlier this week. He tells me the plan is to re-open this coming Friday - Beer has already been delivered, and last-minute jobs are being done. You may have seen the 'Pub To Let' sign now on the wall of the Globe - whoever opens up on Friday will not be the permanent licensee, so we're not quite out of the woods yet. However, unless you hear from me to the contrary in the next couple of days, next Sunday's session at the Globe is ON.

Cheers, Pete.

Message from Yvonne Fox

2011-03-24T23:11:00.001Z

I'd like to say a big 'thank you' to all of you who took part in the 12 hour sponsored music session on 5th February. The great news is that we've collected £1,013 in sponsorship and collections, and there's still some more sponsorship to come in. This is a fantastic amount and has made a big contribution towards the cost of bringing Regös, the group of Hungarian musicians and dancers, over to the StonyLive! Festival in June. We thoroughly enjoyed the day, and hope you all enjoyed it as much as we did. What a great atmosphere it was, and such wonderful music and singing - thanks, of course, to you! You can catch Regös at various events while they are in Stony Stratford from 7-13th June.

See you soon
Best wishes
Yvonne

St. Patrick's events

2011-03-14T23:40:00.008Z

For the 3rd year running now as part of a month of Oxjam live music events being organised in Leighton Buzzard, we are again doing another St Patrick's night roving pub session on Thursday 17th March. Starting at The Sun Inn, Lake Street LU7 1RX at 7.30, and including The Golden Bell, Church Square, and The Red Lion, North Street. So all you fiddle, whistle, flute, banjo, bodhran, guitar players out there, do come along and join us for the craic and help raise some money for Oxjam. Contact Sally Mounter for more details : 07757 621745. More details of the Leighton Buzzard Oxjam music festival on www.myspace.com/oxjam_leightonbuzzard

There will also be a St. Patrick's Night (Thursday, March 17th) acoustic session at The Cuckoo's Nest in Gawcott starting at 8.00pm....everyone welcome.

White Horse

2011-03-06T11:06:00.004Z

The White Horse session in Stony on the last Thursday appears to have evaporated due to lack of support so will now be removed from the listing.

Stony Stratford Fiddle Club

2011-03-04T09:54:00.006Z

To re-iterate Clive's message on the board....Stony Stratford Fiddle Club meets at Penn House, Mill Lane, Stony Stratford (see session finder). It is held on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month @ 8.00pm and is open to all who enjoy a bit of social fiddling with the potential to improve their technique and learn some new tunes.
contact: Andrew Metcalfe 01908 265365

Message from Chris Harvey re. Cross Keys, Woolstone

2011-03-04T09:21:00.001Z

Now then me Dears.
For all those who find going out to enjoy yourselves Every Friday too much you will be pleased to know that the Management, after much delibration, discussion and percussion, (namely beating our heads against a brick wall) have decided to run the glorious Cross Keys Session once a month on the last Friday. This means that you can all build up your stamina during your Fridays off for a good session, and on those occasions when it is a five week month, an extra week to power up and have a real hum dinger of a go at blowing the roof off!!!!!!!!!
The first session coincides with a Beer Festival, and there will be an abundance of various falling down waters of which to partake and maybe remember which one had the best effect!!!!!! If you can`t remember who cares.
Do come along and help us enjoy the night, we woud enjoy your company and your music.
We are as always your devoted Host and Hostess,
Chris an Hata & Eyewash O`Brady

Message from Pete Tales

2011-03-01T16:21:00.003Z

Dear Friends, some of you may have heard that the Globe closed last Saturday. This is somewhat unexpected, but I can confirm that the pub is now going to be closed until the middle of March - next Sunday's session is therefore cancelled - sorry!
I spoke to the brewery yesterday, and it seems the problem is a legal issue concerning the terms of the lease, and the brewery is expecting to 'take possession' as they put it, on March 18th, after which time they are anxious to put someone in as soon as possible. The good news is that the brewery (And their Area Manager) now knows about us, and is keen to support any activity which uses the pub on a regular basis - the new incumbent will be advised accordingly.

Cheers, Pete.

A good start

2011-02-17T10:12:00.002Z

The Cock in North Crawley got off to a good start with about a dozen players in attendance. It was very well received and will continue on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month so as not to clash with the Roade session & Stony Fiddle Club.

New session at North Crawley

2011-02-08T12:42:00.001Z

Please note Pat's message on the board regarding a new session at The Cock in North Crawley starting Wednesday February 16th.

Ups & downs

2011-02-07T09:28:00.004Z

A goodly number attended last night's New Inn session in New Bradwell and I am pleased to report it will continue on the 1st Sunday of the month.... A welcome return to the list.

On a more downbeat note Chris reports he had a wasted evening on Friday night when he visited both The Irish Centre at Fenny Stratford & The Cross Keys in Woolstone only to find neither session was taking place....I will therefore red spot these until their status is confirmed.

New Inn revival session

2011-02-06T09:13:00.003Z

There will be a try out acoustic session at The New Inn in New Bradwell to-night (Sunday Feb.6th) @ 8.30pm with a view to revive Paul & Pat's popular session that had to finish during last year.
(Apologies for the short notice, I only found out yesterday).

Message from Sue Martin

2011-02-03T19:25:00.002Z

Subj: New venue for the folk session
Date: Thu, 03 Feb 2011 18:30:32 +0000
From: Susan Martin
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Hi Everyone,
Good news - I've spoken to the new landlady of the White Lion in Moulton and she is happy for us to have our folk session there on the 2nd Monday of each month :-D
First session will be this month (Feb 14th).
We'll be in the lounge side of the pub (the public bar has the pool league meeting on a Monday evening).
More info including a link to a map showing where the pub is will be sent in the next day or so.
Lets keep this session going folks - it's too good a session to let it die!

Kind Regards
Sue

Message from Andrew Metcalfe

2011-02-01T16:30:00.001Z

Dear Telegraphers
I was informed yesterday that landlord Mike Warren had quit the Telegraph. Not living near Moulton anymore I sent out a scout (Phil Lewis) to verify the news. Phil confirmed that the place was indeed blacked out last night.
Therefore:
1/. There will be no more Telegraph sessions until further notice.
2/. Sue Martin is on the lookout for an alternative venue in the same area. She will let you know what she has come up with.
3/. I will take this opportunity to bow out of the organising 'team'.
This session has been going since Audrey Smith established it in 1979 in Grendon. Since then it has had 3 organisers and several different venues. I expect the session to keep going in one guise or another for many years to come.
I look forward to seeing you at the next session - wherever that may be.
In the future information regarding this session will be sent out by Sue Martin (01933 413965).

Au revoir
Andrew

Message from Pete Tales

2011-01-31T09:44:00.004Z

Hi folks. First the good news – the Feb session (Sunday 6^th) will be going ahead as normal, so see you there, and please let anyone else know who might be interested. The not-so-good news is that Emma’s discussions with the brewery have not gone well, and she will be leaving the pub. I understand that new tenants will be in towards the end of February. This of course means I’ll have to go and speak to the new landlord about the session, probably several times, well someone has to do it...

The other item of news is that Stony Steppers are hosting a 12hr marathon session in the Bull, on Saturday Feb 5^th, 11:00am to 11:00pm, as a fund raiser to support the cost of bringing a dance team and band from Hungary, and putting them up, for Stony Live week. Anyone who wants to take part will be most welcome, but if you really want to support Steppers, get yourself a sponsor sheet from Yvonne Fox (I have a copy somewhere, if you can’t get in touch with Yvonne directly) and persuade chums / family / pets etc., to cough up.

Thats all for now.

Cheers, Pete.

Cannon finishes

2011-01-11T14:19:00.004Z

I am sad to report that the Cannon session in Newport Pagnell has come to an end. One of the longest running sessions in the area it was once one of the most popular and you often had to arrive early to get a seat (and that was when it was a weekly event!). I guess most of us have memories of it.

Towcester open mic changes

2011-01-06T21:21:00.005Z

The Towcester open mic sessions run by Craig Papworth will now be held on alternate weeks as follows: The Plough....alternate Thursdays from January 6th
The Monk & Tipster....alternate Wednesdays from January 12th

All welcome plugged or unplugged.

Woburn Sands Ceilidh

2011-01-06T09:08:00.002Z

There will be a Ceilidh in support of the Woburn Sands Folk Festival on Saturday, January 29th at The Summerlin Centre, Station Road, Woburn Sands....Dancing to "Hogsty Oak" with Val Simmons calling....Admission £6 (members £5)....starts 7.30pm

Update: message re.The Globe from Pete Tales

2010-12-29T18:44:00.002Z

By now most of you will have heard of the tragic incident which took place at the Globe yesterday. If you haven't, Police were called to a stabbing incident at the pub yesterday morning, whilst the pub was still closed. A man was rushed to hospital, but was pronounced dead on arrival. Another man was arrested on suspicion of murder. Local news reports are sketchy to say the least, but at least one indicates that the victim is believed to be the landlord of the pub. Needless to say, the pub is presently sealed, and under police guard. I spoke to the officer on duty this afternoon, who obviously couldn't give any details, but did say that formal identification has not yet taken place, and the autopsy will probably be tomorrow - and it is unlikely that the pub will re-open "For some time".

Regrettably therefore, Sunday's session has to be cancelled. I'll let you all know as I get more news.

Regards, Pete.

The Globe, Hanslope

2010-12-29T13:25:00.003Z

Recent events at The Globe in Hanslope means this Sunday's lunchtime session (Jan 2nd) will almost certainly be cancelled.

Update message

2010-12-27T20:09:00.002Z

Hi All

Just to let you know the Sportsmans Arms session in Wing is on for tomorrow night, Tuesday 28th December.
S & S

This week

2010-12-27T09:32:00.004Z

As no-one has notified of any changes I am posting all this week's sessions as doubtful. I am assuming the annual New Year's Day session at Stoke Bruerne will be taking place as usual though I haven't checked. I'm also assuming that things will be back to normal on January 2nd. If you know of any corrections please leave a message on the board.

Message from Mark Manse & Don Lawson

2010-12-24T17:30:00.000Z

Hi all,

On Dec. 9, myself (Mark) and my traveling companion (Don) were in the U.K on a business trip. He suggested we stop in at the Royal Oak in Woburn Sands on Thursday night to participate in an acoustic session. He plays the flute in a Celtic folk band in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, and I'm a lead guitar player in a local electric blues band. He brought his flute along, I was loaned an acoustic guitar. Well I just want to say thanks to all who attended that session and made us feel so welcome and "at home". We had a great time mingling and playing with all who showed up. Hope I get to visit your area again. I would love to stop by and say hello.

Best regards and have a safe and Merry Christmas and New Year,

Mark Manske - Motive Equipment

Don Lawson - UNICO U.K.

Christmas

2010-12-20T10:22:00.003Z

As yet no-one has notified me of any Christmas changes. Undoubtedly several sessions are affected so I will post everything with a red spot through the Christmas period until things are obviously back to normal.

One exception is the annual Boxing Day lunchtime session at The Royal Oak in Woburn Sands

Message

2010-12-13T17:56:00.001Z

Hi All

Just to let you know the Sportsmans Arms session in Wing is on for tomorrow night, Tuesday 14th December. It's the Xmas session, mince pies, tinsel and all that. Hope to see you there.
S & S

Message

2010-12-13T12:39:00.003Z

Hello there,

This is a polite reminder that Scribal Gathering 11 will take place at the Crown, Market Square, Stony Stratford on Tuesday 14th December. Then, as an added bonus, Bodfish (one of Scribal Gathering's star attractions, Stony Stratford's premiere Rock and/or Roll band) will be playing live at the Bull Hotel on Saturday 18th December, with support from the mighty Box Ticked, from 9.00pm. See ya there!

Scribal Gathering

New venues list

2010-12-13T09:36:00.004Z

Due to file access problems I have now re-listed all the current sessions that I know of with time details....If you can spot any errors or omissions please inform me.

Christmas

2010-12-06T08:51:00.005Z

If you know of any changes to sessions over the Christmas period could you please mail me or leave a message on the board.

The Albion, Ampthill

2010-11-28T18:44:00.005Z

The acoustic session at The Albion in Ampthill has become a regular event on the 2nd Wednesday of the month and has now been added to the listings. Location & details can be found on the Google map.

Uncertain future for The Bull

2010-11-21T15:47:00.004Z

The situation regarding the lease of The Bull Hotel in Stony appears to be in a state of flux at the moment so a degree of uncertainty exists regarding the future of sessions at the venue. The long established Sunday lunchtime session in The Vaults Bar may be under threat so, until things are resolved, it is requested that we try and maintain a good attendance over the coming weeks to help emphasise its importance as a music venue.

Week early Wheatsheaf

2010-11-21T10:34:00.002Z

Please note the Wheatsheaf session at Bow Brickhill is a week earlier (on 21st November) this month because of the one off session at The Swan in Woburn Sands on the 28th. See Vic's message on the board.

New session in Cublington.

2010-11-08T16:19:00.003Z

It is good to see from Steve's message on the board that the defunct White Swan session at Whitchurch has now found a new home at The Unicorn in Cublington. The inaugral session will be Tuesday this week (Nov. 9th) so a decent turnout would be appreciated. For details see Steve's message.

A message from Lynne Watkins

2010-11-06T17:21:00.001Z

Hi, I have been asked to get some musicians together to play at The Crown, Tingewick on 11th December. This is to celebrate 'Tanders' night, St Andrews being the patron Saint of Lacemakers and there were a lot of them in Tingewick once! This will be an acoustic folk session, we could do with a few more supporters also to remind those who said they may be coming. Many thanks, Lynne.

More at The Cross Keys

2010-10-23T09:44:00.003+01:00

As well as the regular Friday night acoustic session the Cross Keys at Woolstone is running a weekly open mic on Monday evenings 8.30pm - 11.30pm. The landlord is very enthusiastic about promoting traditional music at the venue (increasingly rare these days!) so will hopefully be supported by local musicians. The pub's website can be found here

Cross Keys, Woolstone

2010-10-15T07:47:00.002+01:00

Just a reminder that a new session starts tonight (Friday Oct 15th) at The Cross Keys in Woolstone with the intention of it being a weekly event. See Elaine's post on the message board.

No White Horse this month

2010-10-08T09:59:00.003+01:00

Ken informs that there will be no White Horse (Stony) session in October due to the appearance of Kent DuChaine who has been a popular performer in local venues over the past few years.

H&R Cock stops, LB Stag starts

2010-10-05T17:01:00.003+01:00

Jill Taylor informs that the sessions at The Cock Hotel at Heath & Reach have now ceased and a new open mic session has commenced at The Stag, Heath Road in Leighton Buzzard. This will be every other Thursday with the next one on Thursday, October 14th.

The wonders of the internet

2010-09-16T16:17:00.003+01:00

Apologies if you find yourself clicking on unfindable links. Those relating to individual venues seem to be affected (there may be others as I haven't checked yet). My provider (Talktalk) has successfully deleted two of my websites one of which contained a number of files essential to MK Sessions. Annoyingly they claim to have no record of these sites despite them having been on line for several years! It might be a while before things are rectified as it will involve a fair amount of work to replace the files.

Message of thanks

2010-08-25T18:35:00.000+01:00

"We would like to thank very much those of you that have supported this appeal so far. The team from Murata ps have now successfully completed the 3 peaks challenge and we are very happy to say that enough money has been raised to ensure that Jim will be able to have the special care holiday with his wife, Carol. If anyone would like to contribute, but didn't want to do the online bit, Joe will undoubtedly be in the Cannon next session and will be happy to make sure any further donations get to the fund's account. If you wish to contact Joe please use e-mail address hilary.boland@btinternet.com.

with many thanks

Joe and Hilary Boland"

Changes at the OU

2010-08-20T10:00:00.004+01:00

Norman has sent in the following: "We’ve lost our normal venue for the OU Folk Club so from September we will now meet on the third Tuesday of the month in St Michael’s Church on the OU campus. Hence we will not have a session on 1^st Sept but will now meet on 21^st Sept at 12.30pm in the Church".

BAC open mic changes venue & evening

2010-08-16T20:24:00.003+01:00

Mike Moyse informs that the regular Buckingham Acoustic Club open mic on Wednesday nights are not being held during August. They will start again on Thursday, September 2nd at The Woolpack in Buckingham continuing Thursday evenings thereon. Details here.

WSFF on YouTube

2010-07-26T10:05:00.003+01:00

A goodly selection of videos from the recent Woburn Sands Folk Festival are now to be found on YouTube with many familiar faces in evidence. The festival is adjudged to have been a great success by the organizers.

Doubling up @ Heath & Reach

2010-07-19T07:32:00.004+01:00

Jill Taylor informs that The Cock Hotel at Heath & Reach will now be running its open mic and acoustic sessions on alternate weeks starting this week with an open mic on July 21st.

Appeal for Jim Boland

2010-07-11T15:04:00.003+01:00

This is a request for help for Jim Boland (Joe's brother) who plays latterly Cajun drum (think that is right) but beforehand bodhran and whistles at The Cannon, Gawcott, Irish club etc. Many of you guys will know that Jim was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease last year.

A team from his company are planning to do a 3 peak, 3 countries, 3 days challenge in August to raise money mainly for a care holiday for Jim and his wife as well as trying to enable to improve the quality of life. Details at www.helpjimboland.com and information about MND can be found at www.mndassociation.org .

If anyone is able to help by sponsoring the team it would be much appreciated. There is a way to do this on the site by paypal or I can forward a form. If anyone would like one my e-mail is hilary.boland@btinternet.com.

Many thanks and kind regards

Hilary Boland

WOBURN SANDS FOLK FESTIVAL

2010-07-05T08:13:00.004+01:00

Woburn Sands Folk Festival will be taking place this coming Saturday, July 10th.

It will feature a very full programme of events with many musical performers. For all session musicians the opportunity to play will occur at several venues. Details can be found on the Festival website here.

The Cannon, Newport Pagnell

2010-07-04T21:17:00.003+01:00

The 1st Monday of month acoustic session at The Cannon in Newport Pagnell is appealing for some more players to attend. All types of musicians are welcome to what is one of the longest running session venues in the area. Start 8.30pm.

Bull Hotel changes

2010-07-01T21:36:00.002+01:00

The Bull Hotel (main bar) acoustic session that was on the 2nd Tuesday of the month has been moved to the last Monday of the month. Although originally mentioned by Clive on the message board it has now been confirmed by Ross. Start time remains 8.30pm not 8.00pm as I erroneously posted on this week's listing.

Cuckoo's Nest, Gawcott

2010-06-23T08:52:00.003+01:00

Sue Moignard informs that the weekly Tuesday night open mic session at The Cuckoo's Nest in Gawcott is being put on hold due to lack of support from musicians. The situation will be reviewed in September. The acoustic session on the second Monday of the month will continue as usual.

Musicians wanted for Shutlanger Fete

2010-06-16T17:12:00.006+01:00

The following appeal for musicians has been received....

Dear MK Sessions players,
We are looking for some musicians to play on Sat 17th July at our Village Fete in exchange for food, drink, merriment and tips.
(Shutlanger is between Towcester and Stoke Bruerne)

If you would like more details contact Seamus on 01280 812310 / 07836205546
or email seamus@LBHGEO.co.uk

Sessions during Stony Live week

2010-06-06T08:54:00.004+01:00

Amongst the many musical events taking place during the "Stony Live" week are two open sessions, both of which are in the main bar of The Bull Hotel, Stony Stratford. The first will be on Monday June 7th @ 8.30pm. The second is for instrumentalists and will be on Thursday, June 10th @ 8.00pm. The Sunday lunchtime Vaults Bar session will take place as usual.

New Inn session ends

2010-05-24T13:23:00.003+01:00

I'm sure many of us are sorry to read Paul's message regarding the session he ran at The New Inn in Bradwell. It was one that most of us have attended from time to time and was always known for the friendly welcome that Paul & Pat gave to everyone who went along. A sad loss from our session list.

Another at Heath & Reach

2010-05-24T09:33:00.004+01:00

Jill Taylor informs that, in addition to the acoustic session, an open mic session will commence this week on Wednesday starting 8.00pm (May 26th) at The Cock Hotel in Heath & Reach. This will continue on the 4th Wednesday of the month.

New session at Heath & Reach

2010-04-28T17:18:00.004+01:00

A new acoustic session will be commencing on Wednesday, May 12th at The Cock Hotel in Heath & Reach starting 8.30pm. It will continue on the 2nd Wednesday of the month thereafter. Contact for the session is Jill Taylor: phone 07719 856069.