Dunoon Folk Club has a warm, loyal audience who come to listen. Every seat faces the stage, there are no distractions, and the room fills with people who genuinely care about the traditional arts. If you’re a folk artist looking for a venue worth playing, this is it.
We book up to a year in advance and plan our programme carefully – mixing local Cowal artists with visiting performers from across Scotland, Ireland, and the UK. Our programme spans Scottish, Irish and English tradition, Americana, bluegrass, song and story. Broadly folk, in the truest sense – if it comes from somewhere real, there’s a place for it here.
What we offer
Full PA provided
Professional sound equipment and an experienced sound person. You arrive and play.
Fair pay
We endeavour to pay artists fairly, in line with MU hourly rate. Fees are discussed up front and paid via invoice after the show.
Sell your merch
A dedicated merch table for CDs, vinyl, and whatever else you’ve got. 100% yours to keep.
45-60 minute headline sets
A proper, unhurried headline set for each of our acts every show. All with an active and engaged audience.
A venue worth playing
Uig Hall in Benmore is intimate, acoustic-friendly, and surrounded by stunning Cowal scenery.
The real perk
Every artist gets an official Dunoon Folk Club tea towel. What’s not to love!
How to enquire
Send us an email and tell us about yourself. We read everything and respond to everyone.
- A short introduction and a bit about your musical journey
- Links to recordings, videos, or anywhere we can hear your music or see your work
- How you heard about Dunoon Folk Club
We typically book 4-12 months in advance. Not specifically catered to children, though under 18s are welcome when accompanied by an adult.