New for 2012


	FOLK We are delighted to bring a series of Folk events to Hever for the first time this summer, in association with Brandywine Music, a Kent based producer dedicated to the promotion of quality live music. Music at the events starts at 6 pm with Gates Open at 4.30 pm

	Headline Band: Fairport Convention Sunday 13th May Ticket Prices - £23/£15 Fairport Convention is unassailably the greatest folk rock band ever formed, with past alumni including legendary names within both folk and rock: Sandy Denny, Richard Thompson, Ashley Hutchings and a host of others. Their music is a fusion of rock, folk and traditionally-influenced songwriting delivered with wit and charm. Ranging from songs from their seminal album Liege And Lief, which was voted 'Best Folk Album Ever' by Radio 2 listeners, to new material from their latest album, 'Festival Bell', the band are comfortable and relaxed with what they do.

	Headline Band: to be confirmed Sunday 10 June Ticket Prices - £23/£15

	Headline Band: Show of Hands Sunday 29th July Ticket Prices - £23/£15 Show of Hands are undeniably one of the strongest current forces in acoustic music – England's finest and most popular roots duo and something of a “people's band”, regularly voicing the hopes, fears and life stories of scores of people in song. This is a band performing at its passionate peak, the audience reaping the benefit of the years of regular touring which has seen Show of Hands build a strong and wide grassroots support. They pace their show perfectly and remain professional to the core without ever slipping into slickness. Everyone who encounters them this summer is in for a real treat. "One of the great English bands" – Peter Gabriel

	CASTLE COMEDY

	Shappi Khorsandi: Me and My Brother In Our Pants, Holding Hands Thursday 14th June Ticket Prices - £14 British Comedy Award Nominee 2011. The Star of Live At The Apollo, Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow, Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, and Have I Got News for You is back with a brand new show. A show about a brother and sister who were best friends but also beat each other up. Shappi Khorsandi is one of the hottest comedy prospects in the country. She's feisty, flirty and effortlessly funny she handles every subject with a razor sharp wit, softened only by her deliciously dizzy delivery and endless charm. 'Makes live comedy thrilling, an absolute success, don't worry be Shappi?' Evening Standard 2011

	PLUS... ...in an exciting new development we are delighted to welcome Paul Dunton to Hever with a Local & Live Session Over a 6 year period Paul has developed an exemplary reputation for showcasing outstanding musical talent at the ‘Local & Live' Music Festival which he organises annually on The Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells, as well as from his 'Paul Dunton & Guests' roster. More details to follow in January!