8.15pm     Free

Come on down to perform, or simply sit back and enjoy the talent at the Globe's famous open mic.  A dedicated sound technician is present throughout to help performers set-up and sound their best.

Join Lisa from Down by the river for a festive mini everlasting floral wreath workshop. Using a range of beautiful, natural dried flowers you will be guided to create your own mini wreath on a 6 inch hand-woven willow base- perfect as a gift or to top a Christmas present. You will learn floristry techniques to develop your own unique arrangement, whilst enjoying a mulled wine and mince pie to truly get into the festive spirit.

All materials included, suitable for all abilities.

Children over 10 are welcome if accompanied by an adult but must have their own ticket.

Saturday 23rd November- 4pm - 5.30pm

The Globe at Hay

£35 per person

Booking policy: If you are unable to make it, please let us know- we will do our best to fill your space but if we are unable to do so, we will not be able to issue a refund.

Website: https://www.downbytheriver.co.uk/event-details/festive-mini-dried-floral-wreath-workshop

Book your Burgerme table to avoid disappointment: Call 01497821762 or email eat@globeathay.co.uk

8pm   Earlybird Tickets £16 / £17 Standard

“Sings like a haunted angel” The Financial Times
“Utterly electric” Cerys Matthews
“Extraordinary” Mojo
“Indie-folk queen asserts her independence” Uncut
“Gently exquisite” The Observer

Indie-folk singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer Josienne Clarke is often said to draw on traditional British folk inspirations, but is a thoroughly modern, multifaceted artist who follows her own compass. Blessed with a voice of crystalline beauty and clarity that has been compared to Sandy Denny, her myriad talents translate effortlessly to the live space in performances that are all her own. She has extensive touring experience having been a Rough Trade-signed, Radio 2 Folk Award-winning artist –two opposing poles that neatly sum up her inability to be pigeonholed –and has also been hand-picked as main tour support for folk legend Richard Thompson. She’s shared a stage with Robert Plant and has written songs for an adaptation of The Snow Queen for the National Theatre. Her varied background and effortless musicality mean a cover of Radiohead is just as likely to appear on the setlist as Nick Drake, as on her recent “Now & Then” EP live–hence she’s been able to slot seamlessly into the bill of the Shrewsbury Folk Festival as easily as that of End of the Road.As well as being a guitarist and vocalist of alarmingly good quality, her unforgettably dark wit also acts as compelling counterpoint to her own twilit, low-key and intimate compositions when playing live. Clarke’s rare authenticity –really the main unifying thread running through her career –is something to admire: here is an artist singularly unafraid to express herself via her art and is naturally armed with all the verve and ability to do so –and bring the audience with her.

 Josienne's website https://josienneclarke.com/

8pm    Tickets £10

HELP US KEEP OUR LIBRARY OPEN !
We Need Your Support

Thursday 28th November 2024
8pm till Late Tickets £10

LIBRARIES GIVE US POWER :
We urgently need to raise fresh funds to keep Hay Library open as part of the town’s 5-year contract with Powys County Council.

So come on down and bring your friends and family for some serious fun and a wild evening of music & dance featuring the legendary 9-piece band The Breaks. They’ll be playing powerful jazz-infused hip hop and funk, with hi-octane vibes for positive change in society.

They recently won an award in strong competition from 20+ other acts, and have a 3-piece brass section, crazy keys, powerful rhythm section and brilliant vocals. They have done support acts for the likes of Courtney Pine, and headlined stages at Gold Coast Ocean & Aeon Festivals. Importantly too, they are committed to transition, community power and to growing local. This wonderful bunch of folks are offering their gig for free in support of keeping Hay Library open.

In addition, special guests Hay Climate Choir are adding their mighty voices to the cause.

Tickets £10 on the door, or Tickets online: https://tinyurl.com/Breaks-SavingHayLibrary
LIBRARIES GIVE US POWER

10am start   Free Entry

Little Willows is a friendly outdoor parent-guardian and child group with nature play at its core. 

10am until 12 noon, on Fridays in the Globe Garden.

Join our Facebook Group 'Little Willows Playgroup' for any updates.

8.15pm     Free

Come on down to perform, or simply sit back and enjoy the talent at the Globe's famous open mic.  A dedicated sound technician is present throughout to help performers set-up and sound their best.

11am  FREE ENTRY

This year, we will be hosting our christmas craft fair across three Sundays in December. Join us at The Globe for our festive Christmas Craft Fairs this December! Discover unique, handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and support local artisans in the lead-up to the holidays. It's the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind presents while enjoying the festive atmosphere. 

 Dates:

- December 1st  

- December 8th  

- December 15th  

Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM  

Limited stall availability left! If you're a crafter or vendor looking to showcase your work, don’t miss out—email: hire@globeathay.co.uk to book your spot now!  

10:30am

Wild Child Playgroup Christmas pop-up at The Globe, Hay-on-Wye

Festive themed forest school activities with nature, lots of Christmas crafts, mud kitchen, messy & sensory play, big bubbles & stories. This will be a very special, bumper session with lots of Christmas fun to be had!

10.30am - 11.30am in the garden area.

Open to all wild children aged 0-8 years old. Parents or carers must be present during the session.

Please note: Playgroup will go ahead in all weathers except in the case of severe weather warnings. We will use the met office weather app and the Beaufort wind scale to asses the safety of the sessions & will contact you via email & text if we have to cancel in advance.

Dress yourself and your child for all weathers! Waterproofs, wellies & layers are a must.

7.30pm Start    Tickets £10

We’re thrilled to welcome back Soul Choir—an award-winning community choir known for their incredible performances of Gospel, Soul, Motown, and Pop. This lively and energetic group is guaranteed to get you on your feet, filling the room with infectious rhythm and joy!

This year, we're excited to host them at The Globe in Hay for a special festive evening. Get ready for an unforgettable night of Christmas soul classics and upbeat tunes that will lift your spirits and get you grooving!

The bar will be open serving a selection of festive drinks, and our restaurant will be open until 8 PM, so come early and enjoy some delicious food before the show!

We can't wait to celebrate the season with you—come sing, dance, and share in the joy of the holidays!

10am start   Free Entry

Little Willows is a friendly outdoor parent-guardian and child group with nature play at its core. 

10am until 12 noon, on Fridays in the Globe Garden.

Join our Facebook Group 'Little Willows Playgroup' for any updates.

8.15pm     Free

Come on down to perform, or simply sit back and enjoy the talent at the Globe's famous open mic.  A dedicated sound technician is present throughout to help performers set-up and sound their best.

Doors 8pm  Tickets £14/£15 OTD

Roving Crows are an Irish Folk Rock band based in Herefordshire & Worcestershire. The Crows are a MUST SEE live act; a mix of fiery fiddle playing and conscious lyrics alongside driving drums and bass. The band were formed in 2009 with the current line up playing together since 2019, the group have toured tirelessly across the UK, over to Australia, France and the Netherlands. Their passion and energy on stage is infectious, never failing to deliver a great time with their vibrant live show! Their music pushes the boundaries of the Irish Folk genre, their jumping jigs and reels will get you dancing whilst their enquiring and provocative lyrics will make you think.
Roving Crows consists of Paul O’Neill (guitar and lead vocals); Caitlin Barrett (fiddle & vocals); Laurence Aldridge (drums & vocals); Jim Smith (bass & vocals).The band have gone from strength to strength and their signature sound is as strong as ever. This Irishgroup seamlessly marry humour, provocative lyrics , traditional Irish tunes and rock to entertain and bring the listener on a ride that they won’t want to get off! They make a hell of a noise for 4 people - join the party.

"an adventurous and inspired heady cocktail of Celtic and World music with a social conscience and abeating heart" Mike Davies -  folking.com , 2022
“the sound is one of passion, a Celtic infusion and influence” Liverpool sound & Vision, 2022
“Celtic Rock powerhouse” RnR magazine, 2022

11am  FREE ENTRY

This year, we will be hosting our christmas craft fair across three Sundays in December. Join us at The Globe for our festive Christmas Craft Fairs this December! Discover unique, handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and support local artisans in the lead-up to the holidays. It's the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind presents while enjoying the festive atmosphere. 

 Dates:

- December 1st  

- December 8th  

- December 15th  

Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM  

Limited stall availability left! If you're a crafter or vendor looking to showcase your work, don’t miss out—email: hire@globeathay.co.uk to book your spot now!  

Doors 7.30pm   Earlybird tickets £16 / £18 Standard

Charlie Dore - The Man Who Built Christmas Tour
From the celebrated singer & songwriter of worldwide hits

Playing with the stellar multi-instrumentalist Julian Littman

Charlie Dore’s songs have been recorded by the good and the great including George Harrison, Tina Turner, Celine Dion, Martha Wainwright, Jimmy Nail and Ricky Ross, but her live shows reveal that she keeps the best songs for herself.

In a career of several decades, this multi-award-winner realised she had never written a Christmas song. Proving that there’s a first time for everything Charlie Dore presents her live show - The Man Who Built Christmas. Alongside her long-time collaborator Julian Littman of Steeleye Span the pair swap guitars, piano, harmonium, mandolin, ukulele and stories as they showcase these yuletide originals as well as favourites from the past nine albums and several songs never before heard live.

“My entire catalogue was a Christmas-free zone, which was fine by me. Except for one song, Santa and Edie, which I wrote for the Green Note’s Festive Show. This whet my appetite for approaching the whole Christmas thing from different angles, trying for unusual plots, like making miniature movies with the listener behind the camera.”

As one of the UK’s most respected songwriters her albums, described as ‘eclectic contemporary folk-americana with crunchy lyrics’ continue to win awards on both sides of the Atlantic, most recently Female Vocalist Of The Year (FATEA, 2020) and Best Lyrics (Like Animals, US Indie Acoustic, 2021). Charlie has also played major festivals including Glastonbury, Celtic Connections, Cropredy, Shrewsbury Folk and Ventnor and headlined some of the UK’s most prestigious venues including Kings Place and Liverpool Philharmonic. 

Recent live sessions for Mark Radcliffe (BBC Radio 2) playing + co-hosting for Ricky Ross’/Another Country (BBC Radio Scotland) as well as an inclusion on Ken Bruce’s final BBC show prove Charlie’s relevance and ability to capture the imagination of an increasing audience. She’s also recently collaborated with Michelle Stodart of The Magic Numbers and rising folk star Katie Spencer. 

“…earnest and witty, tender and cynical all at the same time… profound, moving and oddly haunting.” RnR Magazine 

“Subtle songs that pack a punch… absolute gems of modern songwriting.” Mike Harding

“.. one of our most intelligent and erudite singer-songwriters.” Fatea Magazine

“ …her dark wit sculpts her lovely lyricism her gentle, unique voice is one to die for.” Folk Wales

8.15pm     Free

Come on down to perform, or simply sit back and enjoy the talent at the Globe's famous open mic.  A dedicated sound technician is present throughout to help performers set-up and sound their best.

8pm   Earlybird Tickets £8 / £10 Standard

Stunning vocals, guitar work and harmonies from this great duo. Outpost Drive is Mary Bragg and Willow Robinson.  Having grown up on two different continents, Outpost Drive has developed a unique sound that blends elements of counrty, Indie Folk, Rock'n'Roll, and Americana.  Their debut EP, 'Handsome Adolescence' was entirely self-produced with one exception. For their fourth single 'Honeymoon', Outpost Drive collaborated with producer Jim Eliot(know for his work with Ellie Goulding, Tom Grennan, and James Blunt). The song narrates the story of their runaway marriage to a small chapel in the deep south of Alabama.

11am  FREE ENTRY

This year, we will be hosting our christmas craft fair across three Sundays in December. Join us at The Globe for our festive Christmas Craft Fairs this December! Discover unique, handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and support local artisans in the lead-up to the holidays. It's the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind presents while enjoying the festive atmosphere. 

 Dates:

- December 1st  

- December 8th  

- December 15th  

Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM  

Limited stall availability left! If you're a crafter or vendor looking to showcase your work, don’t miss out—email: hire@globeathay.co.uk to book your spot now!  

Hay Shantymen first came together in 2016 and are united by strong friendships, a love of singing, the sea and good beer - not necessarily in that order.  They make a welcome return to the Globe for another early Christmas celebration.

Their roots might be on the banks of the River Wye but the Hay Shantymen travel across the country singing traditional shanties and other foot-stomping seafaring songs. Among their recent highlights are Hay Festival, Falmouth and Bristol and Port Isaac Shanty Festivals, and Latitude.  Wherever they go, audiences are captivated by their powerful harmonies and infectious sense of fun.

If you have seen them live, you will be aware that they take their fundraising very seriously. To date they have raised nearly £15,000 for their chosen charity, the RNLI.

This promises to be lively evening and tickets will sell fast.

• 6pm – Doors open

• 7pm – Start

7pm

Our Christmas Quiz Night is the perfect blend of festive fun and delicious comfort food! Your ticket will include a Burger and Chips from our BurgerMe restaurant, homemade mulled wine and the chance to win the £100 Jackpot

Whether you're a quiz whiz or just in it for the food and drinks, our Quiz Night is all about good times, great company, and making merry memories. So grab your team, bring your festive spirit.

4-6 per team

£20 pp

Book your ticket now. (includes quiz entry, meal and drink)

8.15pm     Free

Come on down to perform, or simply sit back and enjoy the talent at the Globe's famous open mic.  A dedicated sound technician is present throughout to help performers set-up and sound their best.

8pm  Earlybird ticket £16 / £18 Standard

This Winter Solstice join multi award-winning contemporary folk artists Jackie Oates and John Spiers for a heart-warming festive concert, perfect for the Christmas season and the night of the winter solstice. Their brand new album, ‘A Midwinter’s Night’ will be released just in time for the tour and will be available to purchase on CD, alongside other seasonal merchandise and gifts. The duo perform traditional seasonal music including Christmas carols and tunes from England and beyond; audiences particularly appreciate Jackie and John’s music as a beautiful and joyful antidote to the materiality that can be a feature of this time of year.

‘Oates & Spiers left the gaudy, commercialised crass-ness at home … theirs is a Christmas for all’  Bristol 24/7

Jackie Oates is a mainstay of English traditional music and regarded as one of the country’s best loved folk performers. ‘There’s a sweetness and melancholy to her voice that is like no other, and for which there is no known formula with which to replicate it.’ (Songlines). John Spiers, known better in folk circles as Squeezy, is one of the top melodeon players in the UK and is well known for his long-standing duo partnership with Jon Boden in Spiers & Boden as well as his contribution to the massively popular Bellowhead.

3pm - 6pm     Tickets £35 per person

Get ready to eat, drink, and be merry at our Bottomless Christmas Bash! Join us for festive fun, bottomless drinks, and great entertainment.

DJ Max Galactic will keep the Christmas spirit alive with a mix of Christmas tunes and party bangers, while the dazzling Drag Queen Boo La Croux  will host and add her signature sparkle with music bingo and fun games.

What’s Happening:
- 3pm arrival
- 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm: Get the party started with a lively round of Music Bingo, hosted by the fabulous Boo La Croux.
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Enjoy 60 minutes of bottomless Prosecco and cocktails, accompanied by tasty nachos.
- 5:00 pm - 6 pm: Keep the fun going with some upbeat party games and dancing.
- Throughout: Sing-along moments and festive fun with Boo! Great music from Max

Book your spot and join us for an unforgettable Christmas celebration.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

8.15pm     Free

Come on down to perform, or simply sit back and enjoy the talent at the Globe's famous open mic.  A dedicated sound technician is present throughout to help performers set-up and sound their best.

8pm   Earlybird tickets £10 / Standard £12

Kizzy Crawford is a Welsh singer-songwriter of Bajan heritage, blending jazz, folk, soul, and funk. In 2019, she released her debut album via 2019 Freestyle Records and received support from the PRS Women in Music fund & PRS for Music for promotion and touring. In 2021, she launched her debut Welsh language album, *Rhydd*, via Sain Records.

 Her music has been featured on BBC Radio 1, 2, 6Music, Jazz FM, and more, with her single "Progression" added to several notable playlists. Kizzy has performed at major festivals including Glastonbury, L’Orient, Cheltenham Jazz,  London Jazz Festival, Green Man, Cornbury Festival, Cambridge Folk Festival, Wakestock and more as well at prestigious venues including the National Assembly for Wales and the House of Commons.

Kizzy has collaborated with Joss Stone on a live performance of Kizzy's track Golden Brown as well as performing with Welsh opera star Bryn Terfel. Kizzy has supported many renowned acts including Newton Faulkner, Omar and Cerys Mathews. She has composed many pieces for TV & Film and she co-wrote music for the project *Birdsong-Can Yr Adar* with Gwilym Simcock. Kizzy has also played characters in several tv & theatre shows including PC Emma Jones in BBC’s  *Keeping Faith* and Petula in National Theatre Wales production of Petula. 

8pm    Earlybird Tickets £16 / £18 Standard

Swing from Paris are a quartet of violin (Fenner Curtis), guitars (Andy Bowen and Sam
Hughes) and double bass (Tomasz Williams), inspired by the great swing bands of the
1930s, ’40s and ’50s such as Benny Goodman, Charlie Christian, Django Reinhardt,
Stéphane Grappelli and the Hot Club of France.
Their Parisian-flavoured jazz and gypsy swing has been delighting audiences for over 15
years: from major jazz festivals including Brecon, Cheltenham and the Django Reinhardt
Festival at Samois sur Seine, to being seen on the BBC’s Hairy Bikers and performing at the
opening of the award-winning Gloucester Services.
Their latest recording together is I Love Paris (2024), available digitally and on CD. Expect
stylish jazz and vintage swing

“Their arrangements are consistently intelligent, interesting and inventive... their love for,
and knowledge of, their chosen material is wide and deep, but nevertheless they put their
own stamp on it.” – The Jazz Mann ★ ★ ★ ★
“Excellent band ... diverse numbers, smart arrangements ... successful partnering of
acoustic with electric guitar distinguishes the band’s sound ... symphonious violin, soulful
guitar and heart-rending bass” – Jazz Journal
“Awe-inspiring ... The band members have real rapport...I would highly recommend to any
jazz, or live music fan for that matter” – Swindon Link
“Clever interpretations and adaptations” – Nub News

8pm  Tickets £25

Join us for a musical time travel experience, where you can enjoy the beautiful guitar melodies and creatively diverse, challenging songs of Carlos Santana.

Our band consists of highly skilled and musically educated musicians who perform these pieces with excellence.

As hundreds of independent reviews have confirmed, it is an absolute delight to witness these virtuoso, Very Santana musicians playing their hearts out!

Our band performs live concert versions of the songs with a lot of extra improvisation. This ensures that each one stays fresh and delivers surprises, gig after gig, to those who endeavor return to our concerts every year more of the same. Many of our fans travel far and wide to follow our journey and enjoy our sensational shows. In return, we create wonderful memories of a unique "Santana Experience" for both our audience and ourselves.

This live experience spans the entire musical Carlos Santana legacy, including the early era songs from the Abraxas album such as Black Magic Woman, Oye Como Va, and Samba Pa Ti, through the LATE 70s hits such as Europa and She's Not There, to the MODERN ERA multi Grammy-awarded songs such as Smooth and Maria-Maria...

Very Santana recreate the guitar master and his band's live experience, with all the authenticity and uniqueness that made Carlos Santana a living legend musician and composer.

The all-analogue, valve driven guitar sound (PRS, Gibson, Fibenare guitars + Mesa Boogie Mark I King Snake Carlos Santana Signature and Two-Rock amps), the drums, bass, Hammond organ, and plenty of percussion offer a truly unique music experience! The icing on the cake is our singer Amera's vocals and dance moves. Don't miss our show! Secure your tickets as soon as possible!

Doors7pm / Start7.30pm   Tickets £20

David Knight presents an evening of celebration for the world’s most iconic guitar - the Fender
Stratocaster - and the hits that defined its undeniable sound.
Spanning the instrument’s most important 5 decades, and featuring music from the likes of Bon
Jovi, Dire Straits, Buddy Holly, The Shadows, Bryan Adams, Pink Floyd and many more alike, 50 Years of Fender will have the dancers in the aisles and the guitar fans mesmerised.

The unique two hour show is presented by charismatic musicians, expert guitarists and a
phenomenal vocalist who’s passion for the music and the instrument shines through in the stories
of the iconic guitar and the performance of the music.
Don’t miss it.