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'the Roaring Trowmen' are four hearty men from Bristol who sing sea shanties and songs of the salty deep with passion, power, humour and glorious blending harmonies.
 

Trowmen provide official soundtrack to new book!

We were delighted to learn recently of a new Trowmen fan in the USA, Laraba Kendig, an author who has released several books which are variations of ‘Pride & Prejudice’ by Jane Austin. She was inspired enough by our renditions…

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WE'RE BACK!!!!

Ahem! (Drum roll please......  ) THE ROARING TROWMEN RETURN!! After a few years in the shanty wastelands, our ship has returned to the harmonic mainland. We have stories to tell, excuses aplenty (some of us even have new offspring!) but…

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Trowmen rumblings......

Some things you just can't leave alone :-).  Well it seems that hearty humorous harmonising is one of them. There are developments in Trowmen circles which will see us performing again soon. Watch this space!!!

Recruiting for new Trowmen!

As some may already know, life changes have forced some tough decisions for the current Trowmen, so we're recruiting for some new blood! Requirements are fairly simple. Good voice, reasonably musical, love of sea shanties and beer, a confident stage…

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Nantucket, just 10 days away!!

Per a previous post/blog, many songs recorded by the Roaring Trowmen have been selected for the soundtrack in a new PC game called 'Nantucket', "A seafaring strategy game set in the golden age of American whaling." The release date is…

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Rough Island Band : 10th  Anniversary Tour

Rough Island Band : 10th Anniversary Tour

Saturday, February 22, 2020 @ 7:30PMSat, Feb 22, 2020 @ 7:30PM

Bristol Folk House, Park Street, Bristol

The Trowmen will be doing a short support slot for our friends the Rough Island Band, who have been making music inspired by the extraordinary and remote Isles of Scilly for 10 years now. Perhaps we might even join in with a couple......... :-)

£11 + £1.45 fee

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Shrewsbury Folk Festival

Shrewsbury Folk Festival

Friday, August 25, 2017 — Monday, August 28, 2017Fri, Aug 25, 2017 — Mon, Aug 28, 2017

Shreswsbury, Shropshire

This will be the third year in succession the Trowmen have been invited, so we will give it our usual huge dollop of gusto throughout the weekend.

As far as the music is concerned, Shrewsbury Folk Festival has a reputation for delivering the very finest acts from the UK and around the world, always searching to find new authentic artists as well as providing a platform for established performers, and never forgetting to add some fun and diversity to our concerts.

An exciting family holiday, a place to make new friends and meet up with old friends, an inclusive friendly atmosphere whether you are an experienced folkie or a complete newcomer, whether you come with friends or on your own.

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Broadstairs Folk Week

Broadstairs Folk Week

Friday, August 11, 2017 — Friday, August 18, 2017Fri, Aug 11, 2017 — Fri, Aug 18, 2017

Broadstairs, Kent

Appearing at this prestigious folk festival for the first time, the Trowmen will perform on Sunday 13th August at 10:30a.m. at the Sailing Club.

During Folk Week there is plenty for all ages to enjoy. There is a full programme for families and young people – just click on Young Folk to find out.

You can tailor make your festival experience to suit you. With over 70 events a day, you’ll find something to entertain you from early till late. You can just buy one concert ticket to see your favourite act – or if you want to go for total immersion – then a full Festival Ticket is an unbeatable option. There are day Festival tickets, weekend and week Festival Tickets, with or without camping.

So book your holiday and make sure you enjoy some lovely folk music against the background of a sparkling sea!

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Lynmouth Flood Memorial Regatta

Lynmouth Flood Memorial Regatta

Saturday, June 24, 2017 @ 8:00PMSat, Jun 24, 2017 @ 8:00PM

The Bath Hotel, The Harbour, Lynmouth, Devon

With a return to the North Devon coast, the Trowmen are delighted to be invited to a charity regatta at this delightful hotel, right in the centre of Lynmouth next to the harbour, a perfect setting for our nautical output. The event is in aide of the Lynmouth Flood Memorial. We hope to be joined by both our North Devon fans....... only kidding!!! There's three of them :-)

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Wimborne Minster Folk Festival

Wimborne Minster Folk Festival

Saturday, June 10, 2017 — Sunday, June 11, 2017Sat, Jun 10, 2017 — Sun, Jun 11, 2017

Wimborne Minster, Dorset

Ahoy shipmates! Songs Of The Sea is a new addition to the folk, family, fun weekend of Wimborne Minster Folk Festival, which will take place on the Saturday of the festival in June.

The new Shanty Festival will see performances from: The Roaring Trowmen, Jim Radford, Exmouth Shanty Men, Portsmouth Shanty Men, The Harry Browns, Shropshire Boatmen and Wareham Whalers.

Saturday Day Tickets that cover both the Shanty Festival and the Folk Festival are available now for £25 each, or full weekend tickets are £45. Trowmen performances are:- - 4:10pm Sat 10 June at Garden Stage at The Olive Branch - Free - 7:30pm Sat 10 June at The Allendale Centre Quarterjack - £25.00 - 4:40pm Sun 11 June at Stage in The Square - Free

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Priston Folk Festival

Priston Folk Festival

Sunday, September 18, 2016 @ 1:00PMSun, Sep 18, 2016 @ 1:00PM

Chill Stage, Priston

This lovely little festival, in a small village just South West of Bath, is the epitome of what a folk festival should be. Yet despite it's size there are some well know names there. Come join us on Sunday afternoon, on the stage and in the pub!

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Shrewsbury Folk Festival

Shrewsbury Folk Festival

Friday, August 26, 2016 — Monday, August 29, 2016Fri, Aug 26, 2016 — Mon, Aug 29, 2016

West Midlands Showground

After our hard work last years as newbies (during which we had a LOT of fun too!) we appear to have impressed and have been invited back again in 2016. WHOOP!!

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FolkEast

FolkEast

Friday, August 19, 2016 — Sunday, August 21, 2016Fri, Aug 19, 2016 — Sun, Aug 21, 2016

Glemham Hall Grounds, Little Glemham, Woodbridge

Our first appearance at this quirky, charming festival in Suffolk. Plenty of workshops, Ceilidhs, sideshows, cinema, local foods and ales and all round joie de vivre to keep you going for the whole weekend.

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Kingsdown Wine Vaults

Kingsdown Wine Vaults

Saturday, July 30, 2016 @ 8:30PMSat, Jul 30, 2016 @ 8:30PM

Kingsdown Wine Vaults, Kingsdown Parade, Bristol

£Free (Arrive early to guarantee entry!) 8.30pm

We return again to our beloved Vaults - we'll be raising the roof once more with our customary blend of sea shanties, nautical ballads, and cheesey jokes.

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3 Bucket Jones - Sing for Water

3 Bucket Jones - Sing for Water

Wednesday, July 13, 2016 @ 7:30PMWed, Jul 13, 2016 @ 7:30PM

St. Georges, Great George Street, Bristol

3 Bucket Jones are an experienced songwriting collective led by Gitika Partington and Andy McCrorie-Shand. Their songs are acoustic, folktronica, alternative-pop. This gig will be a family affair. 'The Roaring Trowmen' includes Gitika’s brother Dave, and their mother Mani sings with 'The Barley Mow Choir'. Players from the world-class Tredegar Town Band & some outstanding local singers including Ali Orbaum and Wendy Sergeant who are involved in the 'Sing for Water West' project will also be performing. All profits from this ‘TAKE THESE GHOSTS’ 2nd album tour will be going to Water Aid.

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Priddy Folk Festival

Priddy Folk Festival

Friday, July 8, 2016 — Sunday, July 10, 2016Fri, Jul 8, 2016 — Sun, Jul 10, 2016

Village Green, Priddy

This year’s festival is their 25th anniversary, so expect something special! The Trowmen will be performing formally on Saturday and Sunday, and informally wherever there is beer being sold :-).

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Jun28

Private booking - Wedding

Tuesday, June 28, 2016Tue, Jun 28, 2016

SS Great Britain, Bristol

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Glastonbury Festival

Glastonbury Festival

Wednesday, June 22, 2016 — Sunday, June 26, 2016Wed, Jun 22, 2016 — Sun, Jun 26, 2016

Worthy Farm, Pilton

We're delighted to have been invited back to Glastonbury for our second year! We'll be performing as before on the Croissant Neuf Bandstand. We will be singing two sets, one on Friday 3.30 - 4.00pm, and one on Saturday 6.30 - 7.00pm. If you're lucky enough to have a ticket, do come along to see us!!

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Petherton Folk Fest

Petherton Folk Fest

Saturday, June 18, 2016Sat, Jun 18, 2016

South Petherton

FREE one day event, in the beautiful village of South Petherton, Somerset. Now in its 4th year it will offer a full day of entertainment for the whole family.

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Teignmouth Folk Festival

Teignmouth Folk Festival

Friday, June 17, 2016 — Sunday, June 19, 2016Fri, Jun 17, 2016 — Sun, Jun 19, 2016

Multiple venues, Teignmouth, Devon

Weekend festival in one of Devon's oldest seaside resorts. The Trowmen will perform on the Sunday (19th June), time TBD.

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Queen's 90th birthday party

Queen's 90th birthday party

Friday, June 10, 2016 @ 8:00PMFri, Jun 10, 2016 @ 8:00PM

The Bath Hotel, Lynmouth St, Lynmouth

With a return to the North Devon coast, the Trowmen are delighted to be invited to celebrate the queen's 90th birthday at this delightful hotel, right in the centre of Lynmouth next to the harbour, a perfect setting for our nautical output. We hope to be joined by our North Devon fans, royalists and salty dogs all!

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Wimborne Minster Folk Festival

Wimborne Minster Folk Festival

Friday, June 10, 2016 — Sunday, June 12, 2016Fri, Jun 10, 2016 — Sun, Jun 12, 2016

6+ venues in town centre, Wimborne, Dorset

Roll up, roll up for a fun-filled, music-packed weekend of folk, family & fun on 10, 11, 12 June 2016 around the town of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The Trowmen will share a gig with the 'Wareham Whalers' from 3.00 to 5.00pm on the Saturday 11th June.

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A Storm in a Teacup

A Storm in a Teacup

Thursday, May 19, 2016 @ 7:30PM — 10:30PMThu, May 19, 2016 @ 7:30PM — 10:30PM

SouthBank, Dean Lane, Bristol

A joint gig with our great friends from the North East, 'The Teacups'. We've met them at a few folk festivals and admired their voices, their arrangements and their great humour! Come enjoy an eclectic mixture of a cappella musicality in our collective company at the very cozy SouthBank venue.

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'the Roaring Trowmen' plus 'The Magnificent AK47'

'the Roaring Trowmen' plus 'The Magnificent AK47'

Saturday, May 14, 2016 @ 7:30PMSat, May 14, 2016 @ 7:30PM

Bristol Folk House, Park Street, Bristol

We hope that the nautical noodlings of 'the Roaring Trowmen' will blend seamlessly with the deep, Georgian-inspired harmonies and serious silliness of 'The Magnificent AK47'. If not, there will be some serious sonic strife! Both groups share an intense appreciation of all things blokey, generally lower frequencies and the occasional half of shandy. One of those is a lie......... See further details on the Bristol Folk House website www.folkhousemusic.com or on Skiddle.

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Upton-upon-Severn Folk Festival

Upton-upon-Severn Folk Festival

Friday, April 29, 2016 — Monday, May 2, 2016Fri, Apr 29, 2016 — Mon, May 2, 2016

Multiple locations, Upton-upon-Severn

The 2016 festival will feature the usual range of great performers - regulars, old favourites and new guests, i.e. the Trowmen! There will be sessions in pubs, dancing in the streets and good company and fellowship throughout the town. More details at http://www.uptonfolk.org/index.html

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