What's on in Appledore Bideford area. Live music events
Crawford, Gilkes and Smiles is a talemnted trio serving up a musical gumbo of blues, Louisiana funk and jazz. It's members are Jim Crawford on guitar, Sophie Smiles on keyboards and bass, and Tom Gilkes on drums. Sophie Smiles is a talented pianist and bassist who lives in Westward Ho! She learnt to play from Read More ...
Absent Minds are a four piece from Torrington who have a shared passion for music and performance. Theylove to play everything from Ska to Pop Rock, and Blues to Rock 'n' Roll. Find out more on Insta or on their Facebook page.
The Weeds are returning to the Champ They're a band that play originals influenced by the likes of Eels, Arcade Fire, Elbow, Tom Waits and Neil Young. hey're
Bicycle Repair Man are an acoustic duo playing covers and originals. Matthew Warren on vocal=s and mandolin, Jumes Spencer on vocals and guitar.
West Country singer-songwriter Jenna Witts is a free spirit with an effortless natural talent. She is an accomplished keyboards player, acoustic guitarist & ukulele player. Jenna is coming to the Champ with a wealth of recording and touring experience behind herJenna has toured with Mercury prize nominee Seth Lakeman and supported Port Issac’s Fisherman’s Friends. Read More ...
Local legend Pete Geiger is back at the Champ for an Valentine's special treat of rock, classics and pop covers. Great fun for everyone. Fabulous beer too.
Saije is an Australian folk duo whose original songs blend enchanting melodies with graceful lyricism. The pair captivate with their full-bodied sound enriched from their travels around the globe. Saije toured their latest release Kindred (2019) throughout Australia and Canada in early-2020 and are now visiting Appledore on their 2025 European tour. The evening promises Read More ...
Neil Sadler Band are performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Clear Waters Deep are performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Gypfunk are performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Russell Bave is performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on Russell's name above for more details
Jim Crawford and Sophie Smiles will be serving up a musical gumbo of blues, Louisiana funk and jazz. Sophie Smiles is a talented pianist and bassist who lives in Westward Ho! She learnt to play from listening to the great New Orleans piano master Dr John and often gigs around Appledore. She plays honky tonk Read More ...
OK I'm going to be honest - no idea who Kick Start are. They (or he or her) are up on the Champ's board and I'm putting them here. Gonna find out more and will update when I do. If anyone knows, let me know via the contact form.
Fun Party Covers Band play the Champ in an Independence Day special. Does what it says on the tin.
Retro Party Band featuring Basic Pleasure Model, fresh from Glastonbury 2025 (seriousy - Bimble Inn stage (I hadn't heard of it either) on Sunday 30th)
Mick Pledge is the backbone of the Sunday night Marmalade Club sessions. He usually plays bass and sometimes guitar. He's put together his own band with his mates for a Saturday night at the Champ. Classic rock in all its glory can be expected.
Don't Worry is a four piece band from Essex and London. With three albums under their belt, they are touring the South West and swinging by Appledore on 26 July. Their sound is gritty urban indie music with a pop sensibility reminiscent of Britpop's finest. The band consmprises: Ronan Van Kehoe - vocals, guitars, keyboards, Read More ...
Jo Jones and Friends are a swing/jazz group based in North Devon. They also form part of the Golden Coast Big Band. And they are coming to the Champ on May 12! Find out more at their Facebook page. Or listen to their easy-going jazzy grooves at Soundcloud.
Brew-Ha-Ha. It's true, ma, pa. (No other info at this time)
The Champ is hosting a Charity Music Day, in aid of the Fern Centre which supports cancer sufferers in North Devon. The music day has been organised by Russell Bave and features some of Appledore's finest musicians. It runs from 2pm to 11pm. The full schedule is: 2:00pm Fern Centre Band 2:30pm Songbird Anna 3:00pm Read More ...
Local four-piece Westerly 5 or 6 play their take on folk, blues, Americana and jazz - not necessarily in that order. See them play in Appledore's finest - and smallest - music venue - the Champ. The band comprises Cath - vocals, guitar, cajon; Richard - guitar; Steve - flute, sax; David ("Shep") - bass Read More ...
We at Appledore Music haven't found out much about the Tides. What we know is there coming to Appledore - the Champ no less. Check them out. They are likely to be very good indeed, and if not, just come along and enjoy the Champ's fine selection of ale and rum, ciders, lagers and Charles Read More ...
Pete Robinson is a funk and soul DJ and he's coming to the Champ. Check out Pete's Facebook page for more info.
The annual New Year's Eve bash at the Champ sees a welcome return of the Champ’s very own house band, Clear Waters Deep, with the amazing Jim Crawford guesting. Dance in the new year with a night of covers ranging from jazz and blues to modern pop ballads. Their playing is virtuoso and a good Read More ...
The Hoodoos are a duo who play classic hits across the ages on acoustic guitar and a spot of harmonica. Enjoy all-time great music like the Jam's That's Entertainment and Bill Wither's Ain't No Sunshine When She's Gone. In fact there ain't no sunshine anywhere at this time of year. Cheer yourself up the pub Read More ...
David Daccore is a much loved local guitarist and singer who has mastered the art of playing uplifting ska and reggae. His new band Davanya will be playing a mix of party mix of Latino, Reggae, Gypsy and pop covers in their own unique style and also including some of their own popular songs. Come Read More ...
Saint Senara are coming for the first time to the Champ. They are an award-winning duo who sing ethereal harmonies, a mix of dirty blues, southern gothic Americana, dark country and folk. Spellbinding lyricsand a big sound for two people, a guitar and a tambourine. UK Country Music Awards Duo of the Year finalist 2025 Read More ...
Marsh and the Reluctant Friends are putting on a special show at the Champ on 21 March. Marsh will be joined by the suitably Reluctant Dave Rogers, Dave “Shep” Shepherd, Sophie Smiles, John Wade and Jo Grant. Expect a special guest or two during the evening. To hear Marsh’s music and learn more about the Read More ...
Sam Dowden is a much loved local musician. He’s famous for his loop pedal skills which may be why Ed Sheeran is one of the many artists he covers while playing guitar (and loop pedal). He’s a regular at the Beaver and pulls in a friendly crowd. To hear him perform, including his new EP Read More ...
Rush Hour are an R&B band playing blues with the soul and groove to make you move. A high energy band coupled with Missy Marisa’s powerful and soulful voice makes for a fantastic evening! Loads more about Rush Hour at their Facebook page.
Big Dog Boogie Band are well known and loved around their home base of Bude, and they're heading to Appledore for a Boxing Day special. They are famed for playing a mean delta blues boogie. Find out more at their Facebook page
Gypfunk are a four piece who play Parisian café culture tunes, with a soupçon of influence from further east. Think Jacques Brel tinged with klezmer. Feast your ears for an evening of the finest French-influenced chansons. With Richard Malfait and Dayle "Moustache" Helsby. Find more information about Gypfunk here and on the Gypfunk website, including Read More ...
Jim Crawford, a truly great guitarist in many people's eyes, is making the long trek from his home to the Champ. It promises to be a fun-filled evening of the finest blues. Highly recommended!
Ruby Darbyshire returns to the Champ. Based in Bath, Ruby first performed at the Edinburgh Fringe at the age of four! Since then, Ruby has busked round the world in more than 30 countries, and played at hundreds of festivals, concerts and events. Learn more about Ruby and her amazing music at rubydarbyshire.com
The session is a part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the heading above for more details.
Champ Music Day is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the picture above for more details.
Bushpig are performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Jon Amor Trio is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
The Introducing Stage at the Champ is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
This session is a part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the heading above for more details.