Taking place from September 20 to September 22, the event focused on the town centre, seafront, and recently renovated Place St Maur, as organisers looked to build on the success of the last two years, with their biggest and most impressive festival yet.
Opening the event on the evening of Friday, September 20, were performances by multi-awards nominated Roots artist Mark Harrison, known for a raft of original material, and Cambridge-based band Fred’s House, loved for their ‘Summery, west-coast inspired sound’.
After that, on September 21, West Sussex favourite Olivia Stevens took to the stage alongside Gerry Golvin and Friends. Taking place alongside the big name acts were so Folk Festival favourites like the Shanty Showdown, featuring the Selsey Shantymen, Alternative Quay and others, and the Ukulele Festival, featuring acts like Sam Brown and Friends and the Hedge Inspectors.
Images by 1981 Photographer.
1. In pictures: Music and merriment in Bognor Regis as South Downs Folk Festival Returns for another year
The ever popular festival is now in its second decade. Photo: 1981Photographer
2. In pictures: Music and merriment in Bognor Regis as South Downs Folk Festival Returns for another year
The festival, which takes place every September, draws acts, artists and fans from across the south coast. Photo: 1981Photographer
3. In pictures: Music and merriment in Bognor Regis as South Downs Folk Festival Returns for another year
The event features a range of paid-for and free live music acts. Photo: 1981Photographer
4. In pictures: Music and merriment in Bognor Regis as South Downs Folk Festival Returns for another year
Despite concerns about the weather, the September sun came out and shone all weekend long. Photo: 1981Photographer