Waite Collective Balfolk - Workshop & Bal - Featuring Notes pour Potes
Schedule
Sun Apr 12 2026 at 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Higher Kinnerton Village Hall, Bennett's Lane, Higher Kinnerton, Chester, CH4 9AR | Chester, EN
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Come and join us for music, dance, and community – we can’t wait to dance with you!Sunday 12th April 2026: 2pm - 5pm
Higher Kinnerton Village Hall, Bennett's Lane, Higher Kinnerton, Chester, CH4 9AR
Workshop: Branle de Noirmoutier & La Montagnarde (bourrée)
Bal music: Notes pour Potes, The Waite Collective
Tickets - Our ticket prices are designed to make events accessible while supporting the musicians and teachers who make them possible.
• Advance Supporter Ticket: £16 – Contribute a little more to help us offer affordable entry to our sessions and events while ensuring musicians and teachers are paid fairly.
• Advance Standard Ticket: £14
• Advance Discount/Low Income Ticket: £12 – For those who need a lower price, we aim to make our events accessible while ensuring fair pay for artists. No proof of eligibility required.
• Young Adult Ticket (Ages 16-24): £5
• Under 16s (accompanied by an adult): Free
• On the Door: £16 (subject to availability)
Limited availability, so booking in advance is the best way to secure your spot and help us plan for cake. Please note that ticket sales will close online on the day of the event, but we may have tickets available at the door – first come, first served.
Notes Pour Potes – A vibrant six-piece band with a long history (longer than they care to remember!) in Morris dancing and ceilidh bands. Now, they’re bringing their passion to balfolk, blending traditional rhythms with the energy of Eurodance. Liz plays hurdy-gurdy, melodeon, and concertina; Sam on percussion; Cath with piano accordion and whistles; Jenny on guitar and banjo; Gill on melodeon and recorder; and Ian on concertina. Listen out for a lively set.
The Waite Collective – A family affair! Mother Mal and daughters Rebecca and Katrina have been singing together for over 20 years. Their joyful songs, full of catchy tunes and heartfelt energy, are sure to get your feet moving as you join in on the dance floor.
Workshop - Branle de Noirmoutier & La Montagnarde (bourrée). We have two wonderful dances featured this month. The Branle de Noirmoutier hails from the picturesque island of Noirmoutier off the western coast of France and is a joyful and energetic dance, all about simplicity and community spirit. La Montagnarde is a bourrée variant from the Auvergne region of central France. All levels welcome and no prior dance experience is required!
Balfolk is a joyful, inclusive tradition of live folk music and social dancing from across Europe. It's an event for people of all ages and experience levels, where the focus is on having fun and connecting with others. The dances are easy to learn, and friendly dancers are always ready to show you the steps. You don’t need to bring a partner as you’ll have plenty of chances to dance with different people throughout the event. Balfolk is about community, inclusivity, and shared enjoyment. Come dance, laugh, and be part of something special!
Event Information:
• Free on-site parking
• Fully accessible venue
• Comfortable shoes recommended (smooth soles work best!) – please no heels to protect the floor
• Dogs – Only assistance dogs in Higher Kinnerton Village Hall.
• Please note that children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Tea and coffee available
• Bring your own drinks
We look forward to seeing you there! For more information or to join our mailing list, email us at [email protected]. Buy tickets and check out upcoming events at our website - https://www.thewaitecollective.co.uk/waite-collective-events.
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Higher Kinnerton Village Hall, Bennett's Lane, Higher Kinnerton, Chester, CH4 9AR, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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