Welcome to Cecil Sharp House
Explore England's award winning folk arts centre, at the heart of London.
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This Summer, help EFDSS to grow the National Youth Folk Ensemble
This Summer, we are asking for your help to grow the wonderful work of our National Youth Folk Ensemble -
Gift vouchers now available
Cecil Sharp House gift vouchers are now available to purchase for shows sold through our box office -
Autumn programme of music announced
Summer may only just be upon us, but we're already looking ahead to an exhilarating autumn season of music and dance. -
New series of "Trad Nights" announced
September sees the start of a new programme of concerts at the home of English folk by contemporary traditional performers -
Traditional Tunes and Popular Airs conference tickets now on sale
We are delighted to be hosting our first conference exploring ‘traditional’ and ‘popular’ tunes, their history and transmission. -
Holiday Courses at Cecil Sharp House
Find out about our upcoming holiday courses for children and young people
What’s
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A world-class dedicated folk arts centre, Cecil Sharp House is at the heart of English folk. The House has played host to some of the biggest names in music, including Martin & Eliza Carthy, Davy Graham, Mumford & Sons, Laura Marling, Graham Coxon, and Goldfrapp. A busy schedule of dances, gigs, courses, workshops, lectures and talks awaits!
Venue
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As one of the most celebrated and legendary music and dance venues in London, Cecil Sharp House is the perfect venue to host your event. Whether you’re promoting a concert, hosting a meeting or looking for a teaching or rehearsal space, this unique venue provides a flexible solution. The venue accommodates dance and music classes, private parties, weddings, conferences and has served as a location for films, television programmes and fashion shoots.
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonA lively course exploring folk dance, music and song for 6-8 year olds.
Fun With Folk
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonAn exciting introduction to all things folk for 9-12 year olds.
Get Your Folk On! Juniors
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonLong established and much-loved folk club, with monthly guest nights. Floor singers always welcome.
Sharp's Folk Club
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonNot just Boris’s dad! Stanley is a former Conservative member of the European Parliament (MEP) where he served (1979-1984) as Vice Chairman of the Parliament's Committee on Environment, Public Health and Consumer Protection.
Stanley Johnson in conversation with Jon Snow
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Cecil Sharp House, London
A lively course exploring folk dance, music and song for 6-8 year olds.
Fun With Folk
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Cecil Sharp House, London
An exciting introduction to all things folk for 9-12 year olds.
Get Your Folk On! Juniors
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Latest news...
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Autumn programme of music announced
Fri 21st Jul 2017
Summer may only just be upon us, but we're already looking ahead to an exhilarating... -
New series of "Trad Nights" announced
Fri 14th Jul 2017
September sees the start of a new programme of concerts at the home of English... -
Traditional Tunes and Popular Airs conference tickets now on sale
Mon 10th Jul 2017
We are delighted to be hosting our first conference exploring ‘traditional’ and ‘popular’ tunes, their... -
Early bird enrolments for Saturday Folk Music Workshops now open
Thu 22nd Jun 2017
The autumn term and new academic year of our popular Saturday Folk Music Workshops are... -
Library Refurbishment and Closure 19 July - 5 September 2017
Tue 13th Jun 2017
The Vaughan Williams Memorial Library (VWML) is very excited to announce that its main reading...