Fringe week sees Oundle thronged with entertainers of all genres in the town’s pubs, hotels, cafes and streets. You will find anything from tribute bands to poetry readings, the blues to thumping rock, the gentle sounds of classical French Parisian café music, swirling, kicking, tapping, clicking dance teams, comedy performances and maybe the odd Shakespearian ode or two drifting about the town. Once you arrive in Oundle during that week, day or night, there’s no escape, you will be entertained!

2023 JULY FRINGE EVENTS

OUNDLE FRINGE FESTIVAL presents Kairos Theatre Company in The Haunting of Richard the Third

A new musical by Martin Dimery in collaboration with … (read more…)

Monday 3 July

A mix of well-known dance tunes and songs, musical arrangements and vocal harmonies.

Montagu Arms, Barnwell at 7pm

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Tuesday 4 July

Enjoy a lively evening of acoustic based rock and blues from the superb local band The Kobras. 

The George Inn, Glapthorn Road, 8:00pm.

 

 

 

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Tuesday 4 July

Join us for an enjoyable evening of acoustic rock and pop favourites with Dan Hughes.

Rose and Crown 7:00pm

 

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Wednesday 5 July

Music on guitar and mandolin from a member of Bluegrass band Phantom Horse.

The Greedy Piglet at 12:00-2:00pm(read more…)

Wednesday 5 July

Come along for an entertaining and fun evening of drama performance with Drama on Tap. The mic is open for anyone to perform be it a monologue, dialogue, sketch or short excerpt from a play! The floor will be yours…for a while!

The Ship Inn – doors 8pm for 8:30 start.(read more…)

Thursday 6 July

High-octane rock & roll, cool blues, jumping rhythm, driving rock or a hair-down sing-along, Simon always delivers and delivers incredibly well!

Rose and Crown at 8:30pm

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Thursday 6 July

Classical favourites from the String section of the Rusty Players of Oundle.

The Talbot Hotel 7:00pm(read more…)

Friday 7 July

Ice 9ine were originally a new wave pop group who released a single in the 80s. The band has undergone numerous changes in personnel and moved from pop to rock and jazz, before evolving into the current prog-rock format.

The Ship Inn, West St., Oundle 8:30pm(read more…)

Friday 7 July

An inspiring and entertaining evening of Oscar Wilde drama.

The Talbot Hotel, Oundle 6:00pm

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Friday 7 July

Cool Fender blues guitar, bass and drums from Oundle-based based band.

Venue tbc, 7:30pm.

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Friday 7 July

Learn the dances of the Jane Austen period with dancers from Rutland Renaissance. Come in costume if you have it and bring cake/sandwiches to share for tea!

Victoria Hall, West St., Oundle 2:30-4:30pm(read more…)

Saturday 8 July

JP and the Hat are a local duo who cover a wide range of songs from the 60s to present day including Van Morrison, Paul Weller, The Beatles and Bruce Springsteen.

Dexters, Oundle 12:00-2:00pm(read more…)

Saturday 8 July

Local and highly-regarded musician Nick Penny will be playing his gentle and beautiful music on harp and handpan. A very relaxing and meditative session in Oundle Library.

Oundle Library 11:00am(read more…)

Saturday 8 July
The B List are a 5-piece covers band, re-interpreting a wide mix of rockabilly, rock, blues and pop. Don’t miss this great evening gig.

Rose and Crown, Oundle 8:30pm

 

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Saturday 8 July

Five-piece band from Woodnewton and Oundle covering songs of the likes of Adele, Abba, Sam Smith, Birdie, Elton John and Billy Joel.

Venue tbc 6:00pm(read more…)

Saturday 8 July

Live band playing toe-tapping tunes from around the British Isles with dance instruction from irrepressible caller Chris Sanders. No experience required, all welcome for a fun evening of dancing. £10 at the door.

Victoria Hall, West Street, Oundle 7:30pm(read more…)

Sunday 9 July

Distinctive vocal harmonies from acoustic contemporary folk duo Matt Carter (guitar and vocals) and Lottie Dolby (vocals).

Salernos, West Street, Oundle 12:00-2:00pm(read more…)


Sunday 9 July

Folk music from around the British Isles and across the pond. Bring an instrument or just come and listen.

The Ship Inn, West Street, Oundle 6pm(read more…)

Monday 10 July

Local duo playing a potent mix of country and folk.

The Talbot Hotel 5:30pm(read more…)

Monday 10 July

Enjoy the ever popular light-hearted and slightly challenging Fringe Quiz! Great prizes and raffle! Tickets £5 (or you can pay at the door – £5 p.p.). Always a good idea to buy tickets in advance or avoid arriving at the last minute because teams take up tables in time for a prompt start at 6:30pm. Teams are … (read more…)

Tuesday 11 July

Period music on period instruments in period costume. A sight to behold!

Market Place 12:00-1:00pm(read more…)

Tuesday 11 July

Five String Thing lead an entertaining evening of folk music and dance teams with Peterborough Morris and Crosskey Clog.

The Talbot Hotel 7:30pm(read more…)

Wednesday 12 July

Roots folk music, blues and jazz from Penny Stevens on violin and Les Woods on guitar.

Dexters 8:00pm(read more…)

Wednesday 12 July

Old standards, jazz and toe-tapping instrumental folk tunes from the British Isles and America.

The Greedy Piglet, Oundle 12:00-2:00pm(read more…)

Thursday 13 July
’Lucky Town UK’ are Kev Towning and Keith Lucky both of whom, way back in the early 70s, were members of Peterborough based rock band Butch. Over the years they have both played in various bands in Peterborough, Norfolk and Lincolnshire. The two old friends have recently reunited as a duo playing a range of … (read more…)

Thursday 13 July

Classical guitarist with a flamenco influence whose repertoire ranges from Albeniz to Queen.

Dexters 12:00-2:00pm(read more…)

Thursday 13 July

Original Americana, vintage blues and good ole rock ‘n’ roll from acclaimed singer/songwriter Lexie Green.

Dexters, Oundle 8:00pm(read more…)

Friday 14 July

Don’t miss this great evening of popular classic rock covers by local band Broken Heroes. Covering a great set list including songs by Bryan Adams, Chris Isaak, Travelling Willburys, Bad Company, Free, T Rex, The Kinks and Oasis.

The Ship Inn, West Street, Oundle 8:30pm(read more…)

Friday 14 July

Lilting jigs, reels and airs played on the smallpipes by ex-Irish Guards piper Tanzy Lee.

Market Place 12:00-2:00pm(read more…)

Friday 14 July

Classical guitarist with a flamenco influence whose repertoire ranges from Albeniz to Queen.

Salerno’s 12:00-2:00pm(read more…)

Saturday 15 July – 1:30 to 4:00pm

Come and enjoy the final afternoon of the Fringe Festival in the beautiful grounds of Southwick Hall (6 mins/3 miles from Oundle via the Glapthorn Road). Event includes:

1:30 Tour of Southwick Hall and Gardens

2:00 Nick Penny – relaxing and meditative Harp and Handpan compositions

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Saturday 15 July

Jake Cunnington is a singer/songwriter with a passion for writing and covering songs ranging from Frank Turner through to bands such as Oasis and Green Day.

Dexters, Oundle 2:00pm

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The 2023 Events will appear here as and when they are confirmed