Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival

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Book BAAFest tickets & enjoy a weekend of pure acoustic magic in Bellingham

Located in the stunning surroundings of Northumberland National Park, Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival brings together some of the best folk, blues and acoustic acts from across the UK and beyond! Whether you're a folk purist, blues lover or just someone who appreciates stripped-back sounds, head to Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival for a weekend of heartfelt performances and community spirit.

Northumberland: Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival 

  • Children under 12 go FREE! 
  • Children's tickets can only be purchased in conjunction with an Adult ticket.
  • Dates: Friday 5th September - Sunday 7th September 2025
  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages! 
  • Location: BAAFest, Brown Rigg, Bellingham, Hexham NE48 2FB
  • Tickets include: Access to the festival on your chosen day, Access to all performances on your chosen day

What's On at BAAFest in Bellingham?

Back for it's 15th year in Bellingham, BAAFest returns bigger and better than ever, with a stellar lineup of folk, blues and acoustic artists all performing in a beautiful, intimate setting. 

  • On Friday night, you can enjoy an exclusive performance by Howay the Lasses along with Dark Sky Voices on the Main Stage before joining An Audience with Miserable Les in the Assembly Hall
  • Watch live performances from the likes of Tarras, Whapweasel, Howay The Lasses, Mark Harrison Band, Jon Doran and Janice Burns, Miserable Les and guests, Boe-Jigge, Sam Baxter and Merle Harbron, Malcolm Macwatt, Katie Spencer, Greg Brice Duo, Liz Simcock, Steve Pledger, Voice Male, Mark 'Stivvy' Stephenson, Dark Sky Voices, Ethan Thomas, Ian K Brown, Milton Hide and Abi Moore
  • Listen to stripped-back sounds in the intimate settings of Bellingham's Brown Rigg Lodges
  • Enjoy access to 3 performance areas; the Main Stage, Stage 2 and the Assembly Hall, each offering a different vibe for different shows
  • Soak up the scenery of Northumberland National Park
  • Bring your furry friend along, as BAAFest is dog-friendly! Please keep dogs on leads at all times.
  • Feeling peckish? Head to one of the onsite food vendors or bars and indulge in a range of hot and cold food, drinks and snacks
  • Please note: Children's tickets can only be purchased in conjunction with an Adult ticket.

Whether you're there for the acoustics, the community, or the countryside, BAAFest is a soulful celebration of acoustic music in one of England’s most beautiful corners.

Book BAAFest tickets today and have them delivered instantly via email & SMS. 

Location

BAAFest

Brown Rigg,
Bellingham,
Hexham,
NE48 2FB
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How to find us

Address: BAAFest, Brown Rigg, Bellingham, Hexham NE48 2FB

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Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Parking
  • Food and drink
  • No portaloos, all flushing nettys
More Info
Is Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival is wheelchair accessible!

  • The team behind Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival aims to accommodate for all accessibility needs.
  • The main areas are located on flat ground.
What age is Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival suitable for?

Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival is suitable for all ages - PLUS: Under 12's go FREE!

Who's playing at Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival 2025?

This year, Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival returns to Hexham with a brand-new line-up. You can look forward to seeing:

  • Tarras
  • Whapweasel
  • Howay The Lasses
  • Mark Harrison Band
  • Jon Doran and Janice Burns
  • Miserable Les and guests
  • Boe-Jigge
  • Sam Baxter and Merle Harbron
  • Malcolm Macwatt
  • Katie Spencer
  • Greg Brice Duo
  • Liz Simcock
  • Steve Pledger
  • Voice Male
  • Mark 'Stivvy' Stephenson
  • Dark Sky Voices
  • Ethan Thomas
  • Ian K Brown
  • Milton Hide
  • Abi Moore
Is there food and drink available at Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival?

Yes! At Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival, you can tuck into plenty of dishes that'll keep your taste buds happy.

  • two on-site bars serve a range of ales, ciders, wines, and soft drinks, including real ales from the local First & Last Brewery in Bellingham
  • Food outlets will be available on-site, though specific vendors are still to be confirmed
Important Information from the Organisers:

Please note the following information from the festival organisers:

  • We reserve the right to change artists or programmes as necessary due to unforeseen circumstances, without liability to pay any person any compensation except at the discretion of the organisers.
  • Customers own food and drink not allowed on the festival site/ venues with the exception of bottled water (in plastic bottles only). On-site camping areas excluded.
  • Visitors with particular mobility difficulties are invited to contact us beforehand for their convenience and enjoyment of the event.
  • Wristbands sold are purchased for the Bellingham All Acoustic Music Festival and associated events, and on the understanding that some satellite venues may be oversubscribed. Entry to individual concerts is dependent on the availability of seating and early attendance is advised.
  • Wristbands are non-transferable. 
  • While the campsite and all venues will be professionally marshalled in accordance with statutory guidelines, the organisers accept no liability for loss or damage to persons or property however caused.
  • Mobile phones must be on silent during performance.                    
  • On-site camping is available for ticket holders. On-site festival camping is available from midday Thursday 4th to midday Monday 8th. Weekend ticket holders (Sat/Sat) are welcome to book camping on Friday night if they are arriving AFTER 7.30pm, otherwise if you wish to book camping on Thursday or Friday nights, you must purchase tickets for the corresponding evening concerts. On-site camping is not available for those with tickets for the Thursday and or Friday night concerts only.
Camping at BAAFest:

Please note: Camping is only available for those who have purchased BAAFest tickets.

  • Upon booking your tickets, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to secure your camping spot. 
  • On the Camping page, Add ‘BAACAMPING' into the BAAFEST ticket number box and you'll gain access to the booking journey.

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