Events at Roskilly's Farm

Saturday 19th July
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Illumination Brass

Local brass band and raffle

Perfectly mixing the class of a traditional brass band with fun, popular music and the community spirit of the local area. Ian, the musical director of this large ensemble of various instruments, will get everyone in the crowd involved, making it accessible and enjoyable for all. Don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets!

Thursday 24th July
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Our Atlantic Roots

Country, Americana, Acoustic

Kicking off the summer holidays in style, we have this talented transatlantic couple returning to the farm. Look forward to popular sing-along country songs, soulful acoustic beats and beautiful harmonies between this gorgeous married duo.

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Saturday 26th July
8:00pm to 10:00pm

The Scribes

Hip hop, lyrical, late party

Coming all the way from Bristol, this block-rocking, soul-crushing, free-styling hip-hop trio are sure to create one of the most memorable nights of the year. They have performed with the very best at festivals such as Glastonbury and Wireless and they are now bringing their incredible talent to Roskilly’s for a later than usual set!

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Thursday 31st July
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Kizamba

Tropical, latin, dance

This Latin, Afro-Caribbean band will transport you to a tropical destination through their energetic and diverse music. This seven-piece group will be coming to the farm for the first time and we just know they are going to get the farm vibing!

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Saturday 2nd August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

All Day Breakfast Band

Reggae Funk Soul

The all day breakfast band, a tight ,entertaining 5 piece party band. Playing their own energetic blend of reggae,Latin,rock and soul

https://www.facebook.com/THEALLDAYBREAKFASTBAND

Thursday 7th August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

All For Jolly

Pirate, Punk, Lively

This pirate punk band have “rocked the boat” at Roskilly’s in the best way each time they have landed on our farm. Returning this year as a four-piece, they arrrrrgh sure to bring their signature catchy tunes, rocking versions of classic shanties and all the naughty-cal attitude. Bring your sea-legs for dancing – you’ll be yo-ho-ho-ing all the way home.

https://allforjolly.com/

Saturday 9th August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Straight Fire

Energy, rock, fun

What might have been the most rowdy evening on the farm last year, these guys are back and are sure to get you rocking! They are loud, they are fun and they give everything they’ve got. And with a bit of luck, no more trips to the hospital this time!

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Thursday 14th August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Ben Bowden & The Pards

Local, rock, Cornish

Ben is a local favourite for us here at Roskilly’s but this time he brings the full force of the band, “forged in granite”, to provide everyone with a rocking evening. From originals to covers this band champion everything that is great about being Cornish, loudly and proudly.

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Saturday 16th August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

C Bone Band

Rocking, blues, talented

We had the pleasure of enjoying this incredibly exciting band inside last year and now is their time to rock the whole farm… and they will! Gaining popularity on some massive stages, C Bone’s unbelievable talent is a must see. With the musical skill of the band and his heavy, bluesy voice, C Bone has been shortlisted as one of the best blues artists in the country.

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Thursday 21st August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Go Go Skank

Horn-fuelled, dance, 80s

One of the most fun and impressive bands the farm has ever had – which is why we keep asking for them back again and again. They reimagine some absolute 80s classics with horn-fuelled fun and a splash of ska. They are a group full of talented professionals who will make sure everyone is up and dancing before the night is out.

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Saturday 23rd August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Skata-likes

Ska, reggae, dance

What might have been the busiest night of last summer, we are delighted to have Skata-likes back. A Cornish ska and reggae band at its finest. A seven-piece brass-fuelled group that presents the beauty of Jamaican music to provide a show that will have you skanking and stomping the night away.

https://www.facebook.com/SkaReggaeBandHelston/

Monday 25th August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Black Velvet

Irish, funny, wholesome

A summer at Roskilly’s wouldn’t be complete without the wholesome and hilarious Black Velvet gig on Bank Holiday Monday. This Irish band, based in Cornwall, have been playing the same slot each year for over 25 years and long may it continue!

https://www.blackvelvetirishmusic.com/

Thursday 28th August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Papa Do Swing

Rocking, swinging, dance

What is there to be said about this swinging, rocking band apart from that you would be sorry to miss them! Papa Do Swing have given us some of the best summer band nights in history. It is sure to be an evening of dancing, singing along and a whole lot of fun.

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Saturday 30th August
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Jack O'Hearts

Folk, bluesy, boho

This newly-formed and much-loved band of highly talented, local musicians finished our summer season off beautifully last year. Their unique sound radiates through the yard leaving you feeling fully satisfied that you have had your musical fill. Speaking from experience, they are also great fun to party with!

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Saturday 6th September
7:00pm to 9:00pm

The Hoodle

Folk, Local, Covers

We welcome this local folk band for the first time to the farm. These seasoned musicians will get your feet tappin’ through their kicking country blues music, splashed with swamp boogie magic.

https://www.thehoodle.co.uk

Saturday 13th September
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Seamus McKenna

Celtic, folk, traditional

Séamus has an eclectic yet familiar sound with many influences from Irish roots, blues, folk and introducing a few other surprises in the set. Using multiple instruments Seamus creates a world of musicality around him and we need to do is sit there and enjoy.

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Saturday 20th September
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Anna Anise

Rhythmic, lamentful, folk

We will be giving Anna a warm reception for her September gig at Roskilly’s. She writes songs interwoven with stories, taking her audience on a journey. Her style exquisitely encapsulates what feel-good modern folk is meant to sound like.

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https://www.annaanise.com/

Saturday 27th September
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Lafayette

Cajun, folk, ceilidh dancing

Lafayette is an energetic and energizing four-piece band bringing you Cajun and Appalachian tunes guaranteed to get you on your feet. The banjo, fiddle, melodeon and guitar will make you stomp the floor boards into the night, and that's even before the sound of the mighty Cajun triangle starts coming out of the bayou.

http://www.lafayetteband.co.uk/

Saturday 4th October
7:00pm to 9:00pm

The Gleaves

Folk, married, americana

This husband and wife duo have been travelling around in their van sharing their americana music with the whole country. These two complement each other beautifully with stunning harmonies and we are sure they will complement the farm’s laid back atmosphere and create a stunning evening for all.

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