Entertainment in Taddington in July promises to get off to a good start with internationally acclaimed, Cornwall-based singer-songwriter Sarah McQuaid due to perform on Sunday 5th July as part of her 2026 UK tour, and we are delighted that Taddington is her venue of choice for this region.
Sarah has been described as bringing brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice which is ‘rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt’, her work captivating and unorthodox, with elements of Joni Mitchell’s lyrical density. Lots more on her website!

Tickets are just £15, bookable in advance (to avoid disappointment) or on the door 7 for 7:30.

Sunday 26th of April 2026. Doors open at 19:00 for a 19:30 start.

Kate Griffin and Ford Collier are a folk duo who combine their roots in UK folk with influences from around the world. With banjo, Indian tabla, guitar and atmospheric vocals, their songs are accessible to listeners of all tastes. From soulful Indian raag-inspired improvisations to uplifting Celtic dance rhythms. Whether you’re a fan of traditional folk or curious about global fusion sounds, Mishra should surprise and inspire you with their originality and joy in making music together.
“Incredibly executed folk” – Christian Carlisle, BBC Radio Sheffield

Tickets paid for in advance cost £13.50 (£15 paid for on the door). For under 16s and students it’s £9.

We would like to invite you to attend the 2026 AGM which will be held at the Institute on Monday 2nd March, starting at 7pm. Refreshments will be served.

Do come along, if only to see what progress has been made and to express your support for keeping your village hall open and viable. Offers to help out now and then won’t mean that you’ll be dragooned onto the Committee, though we do need new members who will be made extremely welcome! 2025 has not been a bad year but we need your ideas and some extra pairs of hands, which doesn’t have to mean formal commitment.

So please join us to share your thoughts and a glass of wine. Let’s work together to maintain this invaluable village asset for the next generations.

It’s the annual Christmas Cafe and Fair this Saturday 6th December at the Institute. There will be some good stalls with good quality, locally made produce – for example pottery, Christmas decorations, Jo’s cards, craft items, Pewter Concepts, preserves, Christmas wreaths, decoupage 🎁

Please don’t forget to bring any children’s toys, books or games in good clean condition that your children, grandchildren have grown out of. Ellie works with families who are struggling to provide for their children due to difficult circumstances. For many, Christmas will be a really tough time and even the smallest act of kindness can make a difference 🧑‍🎄♥️

Doors open at 10:30 and we’ll be there until 2:30. Scrumptious cakes and hot drinks will be available throughout and, if you fancy something a little more substantial, bacon and sausage sandwiches and warming soup will be on offer 😋🌲