THREE HARES FOLK CAMP
Three Hares Folk Camp is a residential folk music course, with world class tutors and an idyllic rural setting.
JOIN US at THREE HARES FOLK CAMP
We invite you to join us at Three Hares Folk Camp, a long weekend residential folk music course where you can immerse yourself in the joy of music, level up your playing, and connect with fellow musicians. Learn from expert tutors in small workshops during the day; then head to the timber-frame barn, or under the branches of the spreading oak to play with your fellow musicians and your tutors in sessions in the evenings! Set on a picturesque organic working farm in North Somerset, our residential folk music course offers expert tuition, lots of opportunities for group playing, and a chance to immerse yourself in the music — all in an idyllic rural environment.
About Us
An Inspirational Folk Music Experience
Three Hares Folk Camp is not just another folk music workshop.
It’s about experiencing and learning folk music the way it was meant to be—hands-on, communal, and full of heart — all in the Somerset countryside.
Over the course of three days, you’ll be guided by some of the most talented folk musicians in the UK. With a focus on both individual instrument development and group playing, this camp is ideal for those who want to improve their technique, while building experience in playing folk music with others in a friendly, supportive environment.
Whether you’re an experienced musician or someone with a basic understanding of folk music, this is the perfect opportunity to deepen your knowledge, learn and refine your playing, and make lasting friends and memories. We are open to all abilities except absolute beginners. Over the weekend, our four music tutors will deliver a range of workshops covering the following instruments: Fiddle, Irish flute, whistle, uilleann pipes, squeeze box, vocals, guitar and mandolin. In the evenings we’ll have sessions in the bar and a ceilidh on on the Saturday night. Look at the programme below for full details on the weekends activities.
YOUR TUTORS
Our talented team of tutors is ready to lead you through a diverse range of workshops, covering an array of instruments. Whether you’re drawn to the tunes of Ireland, Northumberland or Cape Breton, or to songs and accompaniment, there’s something for everyone. We offer workshops on the following instruments:
- fiddle
- Irish flute
- whistle
- uilleann pipes
- squeeze box
- vocals
- guitar
- mandolin
Bradon Smith – fiddle
Bradon Smith is an experienced and respected fiddle player and educator, focussing on the traditional music of Ireland and the Irish diaspora in England. Through his teaching (2000+ fiddle lessons and workshops), he has helped hundreds of fiddle players (re)discover a love of traditional music.
In 2023 he studied on the Royal Irish Academy of Music’s inaugural Teach Irish Traditional Music and Song course, developing his own traditional music pedagogy. He is known as an accomplished performer, playing fiddle with his own bands The Sunny Banks and Straight from the Jug, and regularly for numerous other ceilidh bands.
He has contributed arrangements and recording to three studio albums; and instrument coaching for a major Paramount TV series.
Hazel Askew – squeezeboxes (melodeon, accordion and concertina) & folk song
Hazel Askew is a London-based singer and musician. She has worked as a performer on the folk scene for many years, most notably with BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominated vocal trio Lady Maisery, traditional English folk duo The Askew Sisters and as part of the collective Awake Arise with Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith. Hazel is a committed folk educator and often leads projects for the English Folk Dance and Song Society’s programmes as well as workshops and courses for organisations including BBC Proms, Barbican Creative Learning, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Folkworks, Soundpost Music, Dartington Summer School and various festivals around the country.
Kit Hawes – guitar, mandolin
Kit Hawes is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and sound artist known for his virtuoso playing and expressive performances. A sought-after musician, he has toured internationally, collaborating with renowned artists such as Yola, Seth Lakeman and Jools Holland, as well as releasing two critically acclaimed albums with British folk duo Kit Hawes & Aaron Catlow.
Dominic Henderson – uilleann pipes, flute, whistles
Dominic is a renowned uilleann piper and whistle player from North London who earned his stripes as a teenager playing at sessions, before taking his talents further afield, qualifying for the All-Ireland uilleann pipe final in 2007, and subsequently co-founding TEYR and releasing two studio albums.
Born into a family of music lovers, it wasn’t long before he was exposed to a vast range of music from jazz, classical, rock, blues and folk. Upon hearing the pipes for the first time as a young teenager he immediately decided to take on the task of joining the ranks of fellow pipers.
Dominic has a huge respect and great interest in traditional piping, but his strength lies in a unique modern uilleann piping style which is reflected in the many tunes and songs he has composed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where?
Three Hares Farm, Dundry Lane, BS40 8AW
When?
25 July 2025 — 27 July 2025
We invite you to arrive the farm from 5pm on Thursday the 24th of July, we will provide an evening meal on that day and you can pitch your tents for the weekend. Music workshops begin on the Friday morning. See the programme below for full details and timings.
Accommodation?
Your ticket includes camping at the farm – pitch your tent under the stars a stone’s throw from the workshop and session spaces!
Everyone attending the weekend is invited to camp at the farm. Camping facilities are basic: pitches for tents, water and compost toilets. Alternatively, there are two places to stay within walking distance of the farm:
The Prince of Waterloo: The Prince of Waterloo – Freehouse Winford
The Dundry Inn: (20+) Facebook 0117 964 1722
Catering?
At Three Hares Folk Camp, we believe that good food is an essential part of a great experience. We’ve partnered with Two Trees Catering to provide two delicious and nutritious meals each day, using locally-sourced ingredients, much of it grown right here at Three Hares Farm. Please note, attendees are responsible for their own breakfasts.
Transport & Parking?
If you’re driving, there is very limited parking spaces on-site; what parking there is available at an additional cost.
Alternatively, we will provide a shuttle bus service to and from Bristol on Thursday, 24th July, and Sunday, 27th July.
For maximum respect from everyone, arrive by bike to the camp and enjoy a free drink at the bar as a reward!
Have questions?
Get in touch with Humphrey Lloyd at 07702810555 for more information. You can also reach us via WhatsApp or give us a call — email is not the best way to contact us since we’re often out in the field.
Got questions?
Feel free to reach out.