Sarah McQuaid Friday 24th April
Tickets £12 and £6 from Arts Alive
or email LVH@lintonvillage.com to reserve your tickets
https://artsalive.co.uk/events/sarah-mcquaid-in-concert/
Doors open 7pm 7.30pm with Arts Alive Singer-songwriter in a tradition that spans cultures and genres with peerless musicianship.
Sarah McQuaid’s lush, velvety voice combines with her engaging personality and “brilliant musicianship” (fRoots) on acoustic and electric guitars, keyboards and (occasionally) drum to create a truly immersive experience. Her live performances are full of warmth, wit, and intimacy, and have earned her loyal followings on both sides of the Atlantic. Born in Spain, raised in Chicago, holding dual Irish and American citizenship and now settled in rural England, she brings the eclecticism of her background to her “captivating, unorthodox songwriting” (PopMatters) and choice of material. From contemplative ballads to playful blues to atmospheric instrumentals, Sarah’s music invites reflection, connection, and a deep appreciation of the quiet power of a well-crafted song.
In the words of one audience member: “Sarah is a truly impressive artist who takes you on a journey through storytelling, blending a variety of musical genres and instruments with ease and creativity. Her lyrics are down-to-earth yet incredibly captivating. Attending her concert feels like diving into a book of short stories — some resonate deeply, some spark your imagination, others make you pause and reflect, and a few bring tears or spontaneous laughter. Sarah’s connection with the audience is both gentle and profound. You don’t just watch a performance — you become part of it, part of the story she’s telling. … To anyone considering seeing her live: go. It’s worth every second. You’ll leave with your heart full and your soul touched — guaranteed.”
All this is abundantly demonstrated by her new live album The St Buryan Sessions — but needs to be savoured in person to be fully appreciated.
Trailer: https://youtu.be/GDnPaW1ibKo
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The Pocket Choral Society
Friday 22nd May 7.30pm Doors open 7pm.
A comedy acappella band from the elusive village of Pocket, combining beautiful close harmony singing and quirky songwriting with much laughter.
Beth (runs the village shop), Jonathan (from The Crippled Pigeon), Oliver, (local farmer), and Al (the vicar) join together in writing and singing songs about food, trees, life and raffles, along with new arrangements of Lennon & McCartney, Flanders & Swann and Louis Armstrong.
Lots of laughter, original topical songs and and improvised singing, understanding village life.
(We have been promised a song about pot-holes following their recent successful performance at Cliffords Mesne!)
Four experienced unaccompanied singers touring Britain and bringing harmony one village at a time.
“Bill Bailey meets the Archers”
“Utterley quirky and hugely engaging …very silly and very clever”
“Just brilliant”
“Tom Lehrer crossed with The Bonzo Dog Doo Daa Band”
“…captivated by their seamless harmonies, inventive songwriting, and infectious laughter…”
” they were much funnier than I thought they would be”
Auline-Jean Melbourne
Friday 31st July 7pm Doors open 6.30pm
A London-based soprano soloist brings her new show ‘Hollywood’ to Linton.
A mix of Hollywood musical classics and pure classical repertoire. It’s intimate, cinematic, and emotionally immersive.
Tickets £12 from LVH@lintonvillage.com
GMT
Friday 25th September 7pm Doors open 6.30pm
GMT
A collaboration between 3 seasoned musicians for an evening of intimate acoustic music featuring original songs, music and chat.
Patsy Gamble: saxophone/vocals. A long standing member of the Keith Thompson Band, and together they have performed all over the UK and Poland, Switzerland, Germany etc. She also has recorded with many artists including Mick Jagger, Paul Weller, Suggs, Jasper Carrott and others.
Muddy Manninen: Guitar. Best known for his 10 year stint with Wishbone Ash. After settling in Gloucestershire he has made two solo albums and collaborated with several artists and continues to delight audiences with his stylish guitar playing.
Keith Thompson: Guitar/Vocals. Keith and this band have repeatedly toured in Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Poland, Croatia, Czech Republic, USA & UK and appeared at several major festivals in Croatia including Baska International Guitar Festival, Umag and Kastav Blues Festivals. Also performed on the folk circuit with the Jigantics for six years. Many of you will remember The Jigantics have appeared here a few times so we are dleighted to welcome him back with this new line-up.
Tickets £12 from LVH@lintonvillage.com
Linton Festival Breakfasts
We are again offering our delicious cooked breakfasts to hungry campers and anyone really who would like to drop in and take part in the festival vibe!
Breakfasts wil be served as usual from 8am on Saturday and Sunday morning.
Please check back here for more details.
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Previous Events
VE Day Commemorations: 1940’s Cream Tea
To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and celebrate peace in Europe, the Village Hall held a 1940’s style Cream Tea on the Bank Holiday, Monday 5th May. Many thanks to everyone who came and supported this event , – here are some of the photos taken on the day. 
VE Day Commemorations: ‘Lighting the Beacon with Flames of Peace’ on Thursday 8th May at 9.30pm
The Village of Linton Trust (VoLT) joined the nation in Lighting a Beacon at the end of Linton Ridge, by kind permission of Mr. and Mrs. J Pugh. Many thanks to everyone who helped set up the Beacon, and supplied the torches and the fire pit.
Linton Village Hall Email Group
If you have recently moved to the village (or been here a while!) and would like to receive information about news, people and events at the hall direct to your email, before anyone else gets it, please email LVH@lintonvillage.com
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Jeni Howland Yoga – Come and Join- new members welcome!
Jeni has been practicing yoga for over 20 years and teaching yoga for around 8 years. She has many varying qualifications in dance, fitness, gymnastics and different strands of yoga. Jeni is also a Natural Health Practitioner, and practices in Ledbury and Cheltenham.
Try your first class for free!
Please bring your own yoga mat if you have one (there will be a couple available to borrow if you need). This class will be a mixed level class and will be welcoming to beginners as well as being beneficial and enjoyable for those who have done yoga before. You don’t need to be flexible or “good at yoga” to come along as we all start our own yoga journey anew each time we come to our yoga mat. TRY YOUR FIRST CLASS FOR FREE
Contact Jeni: 07736 300 325 jeni@jenihowland.com
www.jenihowland.com
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For more information go to the appropriate tab; eg, ‘Linton Village Hall’, or ‘Clubs and Societies’ tab. See ‘Church News’ for information and news about St. Marys.
- 1st Linton Brownies (meet Tuesday evenings)
- Crystal Tai Chi (Thursday evening, 7pm)
- Friends of Linton Yews (FoLYS)
- Linton & District History Society (L&DHS) (monthly Wednesday evenings in the winter)
- Linton Tuesday Bikers
- Linton Walking Group
- Linton Weavers Group (usually every other Friday, all day)
- Linton W.I. has now closed and has joined the Aston Ingham group
- Pilates (Monday evenings)
- Village of Linton Trust (VoLT) for more information on VoLT see ‘Clubs & Societies’ page
For information about the Parish Council, please follow the link: http://www.lintonpc-herefordsh
What’s On: Regular Activities
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Physio led Pilates, Monday 7pm (1hr class)6 week courses- Ideal for people who are:– New to Pilates up to an intermediate standard.– Rehabilitating from injury.– Looking to stay active and improve body balance and awareness with professional healthcare advice.Max 12 per class, equipment /course handouts provided.Contact Alex via email at alexhallphysiopilates@outlook.
com for further information. - Tai Chi: Thursday 6.30-8pm– Contact Trevor on 01452 830000. www.crystaltaichi.co.uk
- Linton Art Club meet at Linton Village Hall every Thursday 10am-12noon. A small friendly Art Club where you can learn new skills, from drawing and painting to pottery and printmaking. As a qualified art teacher, Amanda is particularly keen to welcome beginners. All materials plus tea and cake provided. Contact Amanda on 07903 104091 or email amandagreyart@gmail.com
- Walk on Wednesday Group – meet at the Hall at 10.00 every other Wednesday.
- The Weaving Group would like to welcome new members. If this is something you would like more information about, or would like to join, please email gaynor@the-workshop.org