The Champ

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 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 ...

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

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

Champ Music Day is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the picture 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.

Since settling in North Devon the fine saxophonist Emmanuel Segun has become well-known locally through his performances in all kinds of contexts and with a variety of musicians on the local scene. On February 14 - Valentine's Day - he will appear at The Champ, Appledore where he will be playing music that effortlessly blends Read More ...

The Neil Sadler Band is fronted by Neil Sadler himself, a successful blues/rock guitarist based in Barnstaple. Originally with Sleeping Lions, he now tours with his own band. He has just released his first solo album, Past to Present, which was selected as album of the month in 2-025by the UK Independent Blues Broadcasters Association.

Benita Johnson is an alt-folk rock / americana singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Sussex, UK. And she's travelling all the way to Appledore to sing for the lovely people who are in the Champ on Monday night 22 June. Be there! More about Benita at her Facebook page.

Vince Lee is a blues guitarist based in the South West and Sophie Lord is a long-time collaborator of Vince's, usually accompanhying him on bass guitar. Learn more at Vince's Facebook page.

Rolling Stone once declared Peter Bruntnell to be, “one of England's best kept musical secrets”. His Trio come to the Champ on a sweltering Friday night, to entertain the thirsty Champ audience. It promises to be an evening of fine music in the quintessentially unique atmosphere of the Champ. The place to be on a Read More ...

Three lads and a lass from the shire playing some quirky tunes. Check out Quirk's Facebook page for more info.

Neil Sadler Unplugged features the great man himself showcasing tracks from his new album. Neil is the leader of The Neil Sadler Band, a famous blues/rock band based in Barnstaple. Originally with Sleeping Lions, he now tours with his own band. His last solo album, Past to Present, was selected as album of the month Read More ...

Nordon Line are local musicians Tom Nordon and Chris Line, also known as Silver Fox and Mista Chris. Expect blues with a dance twist

Well-known local musician Pete Geiger is putting on a covers evening with a twist. Expect loads of fun with plenty of audience participation. Pete is a local legend and a charismatic performer who puts his all into each show.

Acoustic folk session every Tuesday night at the Champ, run by the indefatigable Russell. All welcome. Check out the Facebook page - facebook.com/tuesdaynightfolksessionatthechampappledore.

See the amazing Basil's Balls Up Band at the Champ. The original Basil's Balls Up Band formed in the 70s and is still going strong. With original members Basil and Ranald. Hear them play their own playing quirky originals and covers. Find out more (not much more) at their Facebook page.

Annon. At the Champ. Who are they? More information will be provided when we have it. If you know, please contact us and let us know too so we can let others know.

Acoustic folk session every Tuesday night at the Champ, run by the indefatigable Russell. All welcome. Check out the Facebook page - facebook.com/tuesdaynightfolksessionatthechampappledore.

Small Town Jones is Jim Jones,making expansive music about intimate moments. Americana in his bones and storytelling at his heart. His music carries the acoustic grit of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska, the rustic spirit of The Band, and the lyrical wander of Bob Dylan, but his songs are shaped by home — small towns, quiet roads, Read More ...

Josh Beer is a proper country singer/guitarist who looks the part, channeling country greats and singing a mix of his own songs and covers. He hails from North Devon but must have some Tennessee roots somewhere along the line. Check out his music at linktr.ee/joshbeer

Acoustic folk session every Tuesday night at the Champ, run by the indefatigable Russell. All welcome. Check out the Facebook page - facebook.com/tuesdaynightfolksessionatthechampappledore.

Acoustic folk session every Tuesday night at the Champ, run by the indefatigable Russell. All welcome. Check out the Facebook page - facebook.com/tuesdaynightfolksessionatthechampappledore.

Rescue Remedy are back to liven up Saturday night at the Champ with their bluesy funk and funky blues. Rescue Remedy are a four-piece blues funk band based in and around Appledore, with the finest licks and the funkiest grooves.