Up Late - Folk

Join us Up Late, soak in the beauty of Gaia after dark and enjoy live music curated by St George’s Bristol. This page is for tickets to the folk night.

6.15pm-7.00pm Hands of the Heron

7.15pm-8.00pm Toby Hay and David Ian Roberts

8.15-9.00pm Frankie Archer

The bespoke Gaia soundtrack, written by BAFTA award winning Composer Dan Jones will play between artists.

About the Artists

Hands of the Heron

"a wondrous collection of curious story-songs, choral singing and carefully layered instrumentation" Joyzine Hands of the Heron is a Bristol dreamfolk trio. Their instantly recognisable vocal harmonies are delivered by three frontwomen - Bec Garthwaite, Beth Roberts & Claire Vine - each of whom brings a signature writing style to the band's mercurial sound. They move effortlessly between sparse choral folk and spellbinding chamber pop, richly layered with an assortment of strings, drones and reeds.

Toby Hay and David Ian Roberts

"Beautiful and very hypnotic" Guy Garvey - BBC 6Music A rare chance to experience these two accomplished musicians performing as a duo. Improvising new music inspired by the acoustics of Bristol Cathedral. Expect finger picked guitar explorations inspired by music from all over the world.

Frankie Archer

“Extraordinary” Jools Holland Frankie Archer has exploded onto the electrofolk scene with music that transcends stereotypes using a combination of manipulated samples, synths, drum tracks and earthy Northumbrian fiddle and voice to capture her audience. Her aim? To shake up genres and traditions, challenge perspectives and call for a fairer future.

Bar - The Cider Box

A bar will be available throughout the event. Alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks will be available. Card only. A Challenge 25 policy will be in place so please bring ID.

Founded in 2012, Bristol based The Cider Box is on a mission to flood the towns and cities of the UK with delicious, not-from-concentrate cider made by the finest independent producers in the land.

Entry Time

The time on your ticket is your entry time. Once you are in the Cathedral, you are welcome to stay until the Cathedral closes at 9.30pm. Please arrive at the time stated on your ticket.

Children

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please ensure there is a ratio of no more than four children to one adult. Children's ear defenders are available to borrow on a first come first served basis.

Adult (over 16) £6
Child (Under 16) £4

How to get there

Facilities

  • Baby changing
  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • WiFi

On the day

  • There is level access to the event. Temporary toilets will be available outside of the Cathedral for this event.

  • We recommend using public transport - use buses to the City Centre/Park Street. The nearest car park is College Street.

  • This is not a seated event, but chairs with and without arm rests will available.The seats are 485 mm wide, 553 mm deep and the seat is 456 mm from the floor.

  • This is a fundraising event for Bristol Cathedral, charity no 1204673

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 2 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 2 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. However, all gifts are non-refundable and expire exactly 1 year after the date of purchase.

You'll be hosted by

Bristol Cathedral

Standing at the heart of Bristol's vibrant city centre, Bristol Cathedral is one of England's great medieval churches. For almost 900 years it has been a living place of sanctuary, teaching, prayer and music. Events at Bristol Cathedral range from family-friendly Crafty Cathedral sessions to gin tasting and guided tours in the Norman Chapter House, through to large-scale light shows.

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