What's on in Appledore Bideford area. Live music events
Bushpig are, in their own words, five gracefully maturing chaps in caps and whiskers playing an eclectic mix of soulful and bluesy grooves. What's more, they do a mean skiffle, blues, reggae and pop. They consist of Richard Malfait on guitar and vocals, Jim Crawford on guitar and Dayle Helsby on bass and double bass, Read More ...
Bad Flowers do rock covers with a strong dose of 90's grunge. If you enjoy Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Rage against the Machine or even the Red Hot Chilli Peppers (and we at Appledore Music do like the Chilli Peppers) you won't be disappointed.
Devon indie rock band blending classic rock, indie, pop and blues with catchy hooks and funky undertones. A great live band experience!
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.
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.
Singer songwriter Amber Louise is coming to the Beaver. As well as her own songs, Amber does covers from the 80’s, 90’s and later. All served with a delightful country twist. Check out Amber at her Facebook page.
Robin Curtis is a Devon based musician known for expressive vocals and a mix of musical styles played with originality and energy. Learn more about Robin at his Facebook page.
INTERNATIONAL BAND AT THE BEAVER A band characterised by an international line-up and an unusual variety of instruments will perform at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 20th April. The Transatlantic Hot Club are made up of harpist Ben Creighton Griffiths, bassist Ashley John Long ( both from Wales), violinist/vocalist Adrien Chevalier Read More ...
Mislaid Grenade make a welcome return to the Champ, Appledore. You can find out more about this loud rock covers band from North Devon 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
JUST EAST OF JAZZ AT THE BEAVER Appearing at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 27th April will be Just East of Jazz. Back in the 1990s the band pioneered the incorporation of East European and Middle Eastern musical influences in to jazz but has since developed a unique sound which seamlessly Read More ...
The queens of banjopunk, three Swedish sisters by the name of Baskery, who’ve played music since they were old enough to hold an instrument. Baskery play a combination of classic ‘roots music and Americana’ with a twist of rule breaking punk turn this much loved style of music on it’s head. Their sound oozes style Read More ...
The Jukes are a 4 piece band playing authentic good time rock and roll roots, rhythm and blues, and rockabilly, with a dash of jump jive for good measure. The set list includes classics from Slim Harpo and T Bone Walker to Carl Perkins, Big Joe Turner and Bill Haley, to name but a few. Read More ...
Top drummer Tristan Mailliot will bring a superb quartet to The Beaver, Appledore on 11th May to celebrate the music of the great pianist/composer Chick Corea. Tristan will be joined by award-winning young saxophonist Tom Ridout and two very accomplished musicians from the South West, pianist Tom Ball and bass player Jim Rentoul. Together The Read More ...
Tides at the Seagate Hotel is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
This event is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
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.
The kingshakes are an old school neo rockabilly band from Derby and are coming to the Royal as part of their UK tour. Accept no substitutes, these guys are the Real Deal.
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 ...
Big Al and the Wild Strawberries have the unique honour to play the first live gig at the Crab and Apple in Appledore. The Crab and Apple opened in April 2026 to great acclaim on the hallowed grounds of the old Appledore Social Club. It has been a great success and they are now presenting Read More ...
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 ...
Pretty Green are a hard working and dedicated band who are passionately devoted to the music of The Jam. Pretty Green offer a tribute to The Jam that musically is on the highest level seen amongst tributes. They play classics like Going Underground or Start! as well as loads of other Jam hits. What makes 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
At the Beaver, during the pre-weekend of the Appledore Music Festival, are the Michael Wright Quintet, playing Jazz/Funk/Latin. The band comprises: Emmanuel Segun Sax Jon Gillies Sax John Bingham Keys Michael Reed. Drums Michael Wright Bass
Song Box outside the Seagate Hotel is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
dogleg are performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
The session is a part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the heading above for more details.
Mark Welbourn and Friends at St Mary's Hall is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Lauren Calcourt is performing with Russell Bave at the Appledore Gallery on Market Street as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Champ Music Day is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the picture above for more details.
Song Bird Anna at the Blue Lights Hall is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Tunes in the Temple is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Davanya at the Seagate Hotel is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Bushpig are performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Tunes in the Temple is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Jon Amor Trio is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Simon Boswell at the Beaver is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
dogleg at the Seagate 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.