As part of the celebrations for its 30th Anniversary, the Beverley Folk Festival is giving an emphasis to some of the great English artists that are on the music and comedy scene today, from well established names to some of the best of the newcomers. 

To open up the festival’s comedy nights, enjoy the brilliant new stand-up from the loveable Teesider Patrick Monahan renowned for his superb anecdotes. As well as winning the ITV1 series ‘Show Me The Funny’ which led to the release of his debut DVD ‘Patrick Monahan Live’, and was in ‘The Wrestling’ which won an Edinburgh 2011 Fringe First Award. Always in huge demand  with his unique charm and unmistakable brand of humour, Patrick Monahan is one comedian you don’t want to miss!

The ever popular John Shuttleworth will be bringing his touch of humour to the weekend on Saturday, "A National Institution...the 42nd Best Reason to Love Britain" Sunday Telegraph. Star of Radio 4's The Shuttleworths, and TV’s 500 Bus Stops and It’s Nice up North. “ His stand up is second to none, his timing is impeccable ,and you can practically warm your hands on his good nature “ The Guardian Guide , "Wonderful, wacky, and weird" Radio Times. 

A packed programme of Englishness, along with some top Scottish artists (The Proclaimers) and Americans (Gretchen Peters; Steve Forbert and Curtis Eller).  Certainly a weekend not to be missed!

Taking place at Beverley Racecourse, York Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire , HU17 8QZ Fri 21st to Sun 23rd June 2013 Tickets on sale HERE

Artists already confirmed for 2013

The Proclaimers • Show of Hands with Miranda Sykes • Oysterband • Gretchen Peters (USA) • Lau  • Steve Forbert (USA) • Eduardo Niebla • Sam Carter • Henry Priestman •  Curtis Eller (USA) • Megson •  John Shuttleworth • Patrick Monahan • Lucy Ward • Allan Yn Y Fan • Blackbeard’s Tea Party • The Young ‘uns  The Whiskey Dogs •  Folkestra •  Eric Brace & Peter Cooper (USA) • Coco and the Butterfields • Will Kaufman  • Edwina Hayes • Farino • Circus Envy •  Chris Cole • The Duncan McFarlane Band • Chris Cole