Festy Fringe

There are other events taking place around the Festival that are adding to the festive spirit, and we'd like to share them. These are not programmed by Festival organisers, but are in sympathy with the event and it's ethos.

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We'd like to thank those shops and business for getting involved and adding to the impact of this event.

During the Festival, please explore the shops, eateries, pubs and venues on The Barbican to discover the jewel in Plymouth's crown.

TUESDAY JUNE 10, 10pm: VINCE LEE & AL WALLIS AT THE BLUES BAR & GRILL

Join blistering guitar bluesman Vince Lee and his telepathic bass sidekick Al Wallis as they host their long-running blues residency at this vibrant venue. Click here to go to the venue's website. www.bluesbarandgrill.co.uk. Find out more about Vince Lee online here: www.vinceleebigcombo.co.uk








WEDNESDAY JUNE 11, 7pm for 7.30pm: LOUISIANA SUPPER AT BISTRO-ONE

Famed Plymouth restaurant Bistro One is offering a sumptuous Louisiana Jazz Supper including wine for just £45 per person, featuring Festival headliners Robin Henkel and Ric Lee. 

Bookings only via Bistro One on 01752 313 315. Menus can be adjusted to suit special diets. Contact Bistro One for menus at first instance. Limited to just 26 places. 

THURSDAY JUNE 12, 9pm: PLYMOUTH BLUES SOCIETY BIRTHDAY PARTY

FRIDAY TO SUNDAY JUNE 13-15: FESTIVAL THEMED DINING

The Les Routiers-listed Dolphin House Brazzerie will be playing a specially themed playlist throughout the Festival and presenting a Specials Board with themed dishes, offering 2 courses for £16 or 3 courses for £20.Contact this wonderful dining spot to find out more by calling 01752 254879 or visiting www.dolphinhousebrazzerie.co.uk or www.facebook.com/dolphin.h.brazzerie



SATURDAY JUNE 14, 5.30pm: VINCE LEE AT BACARO

Join Plymouth's premier blues guitarist and blistering virtuoso Vince Lee as he performs in one of our favourite Barbican wine bars and eateries, Bacaro, beside the quay and under the umbrellas. Click here to go to the venue's website: www.bacaroplymouth.com



SATURDAY JUNE 14, 9pm: RUSSELL SINCLAIR AND THE SMOKIN' LOCOS

Plymouth blues guitar and vocalist Russell Sinclair fronts his own band at the Blues Bar and Grill, on The Barbican. Click here to go to the venue's website. www.bluesbarandgrill.co.uk

SUNDAY JUNE 15, 1pm-3pm: THOMAS FORD AT PARADE ANTIQUES

Slide blues guitar man Thomas Ford sets his vintage sounds amongst the antiques in this wonderful setting just off Southside Street.

Parade Antiques have kindly sponsored this free performance.


This delightful shop is open daily from 9.30am to 5pm. Visit them online here: www.paradeantiques.co.uk




SUNDAY JUNE 15, 3pm: ALEX HART AT THE ADMIRAL MACBRIDE

Soulful Alex Hart plays West Country Country and has recently signed to a record label. Here she plays a special Festival gig in the bijou but historic Admiral MacBride pub, overlooking the Mayflower Steps.

Admission is FREE. Visit the venue online here: www.facebook.com/admiralmacbride





SUNDAY JUNE 15, 8pm: FESTY FAREWELL PARTY AT THE B-BAR

It's a Festival farewell party in this funky noodle bar for the event's American guests Robin Henkel and Ric Lee.
They'll be playing Mississippi slide blues in the velvety atmosphere of this Barbican Thai eatery.
Admission is £5. Visit the venue online here: www.b-bar.co.uk