Saturday Sessions
Ticket price
Free entry. Donations Welcome.
When
- 29 August 2026 12:00 pm
Saturday Sessions return to The Witham this summer, bringing free live music to The Witham Garden every Saturday from 29 June until the end of August 12noon until 5pm.
Expect relaxed afternoons filled with folk, acoustic, blues, roots, singalong favourites and feel good summer sounds from a brilliant mix of local and regional artists. Whether you’re meeting friends for a drink, stopping by after the market or simply looking for somewhere to unwind in the sunshine, Saturday Sessions are all about enjoying live music in the heart of Barnard Castle while supporting local artists and grassroots music.
This year’s line-up includes:
Saturday 22 August
12noon Andrew Riverstone
Contemporary blues & roots singer/songwriter, former Abbey Road session guitarist influenced by Peter Green, Neil Young and Howling Wolf.
1.45pm Somewhere Road
Original folk songs, tunes and stories.
3.30pm Singer of The Lakes
Combining your favourite musical theatre, big ballad, jazz and classical repertoire with a classical/vintage twist.
Saturday 29 August
12noon Auckland Shanty Singers
The Most Motlee Krew in all the Seven Seas. A sea shanty singing group based in Bishop Auckland, Co Durham.
1.45pm Side Cafe Orkestar
A lively mix of gypsy jazz, klezmer and melodies from Eastern Europe.Klezmer, Hot Club and Balkan melodies featuring clarinet, flute, cello, accordion, violin, guitar and percussion.
3.30pm Affinity Choir
Community Rock Choir with live band. 60s to 2000s.
Free entry. Donations welcome. Henry’s Bar and café open throughout.