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The Langwhan, a recreation of a medieval longhouse and hidden gem of the Knockengorroch World Ceilidh The atmosphere in the Longhouse cannot be re-created.

The Langwhan, Celtic Longhouse, is a hidden gem of the Knockengorroch world ceilidh festival and a focal point for the Celtic diaspora of this beautiful place. Top musicians from all genres gather and play solo or form new collaborations with others they may have only just met. Storytelling and singing foster an ambience of times long past. Audiences become participants in this journey to another

place in time. It has been lovingly built by volunteers over the years along a design by Simon Holmes, but is not finished! Our DIY camp in September each year is a chance to join a voluntary camp to work and celebrate in the Longhouse. Email [email protected] for more info. Buy a copy of an MP3 of selected recordings from the Longhouse 2012 here http://www.knockengorroch.org.uk/shop/. Any profits made go to Global Music Exchange, Baka Beyond's charity to help indigenous Baka people. Photographs and Videos from the Longhouse at Knockengorroch 2013 taken by Stuart Barrett - https://www.facebook.com/twotruthsevents

19/09/2025

We are super excited about 2026 and squirrelling away at another full line up.

In the meantime we can reveal our Bo Airigh stage, the centre of the party, will be up and running in full flow, programmed through from Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, featuring roots from Scotland and far beyond.

The Knockengorroch Longhouse will be its usual glorious acoustic self, running from Thursday until the early hours of Monday morning.

Also kicking off for our opening night on Thursday, with live bands all weekend, is the Fraoch Bar Stage.

Mungo's Hi Fi will be on site with the rig in full force, and there will be DJs and electronic dance music for late night revelry
Workshops, sessions and kids activities in covered venues will keep everyone happy all day, every day. From yoga to pond dipping, we've got you covered.

And of course you can enjoy the usual river walks, mountain views, environmental installations and happenings about site.
There are still early advanced tickets on sale so grab one now, we can’t wait to welcome you to the beautiful upland meadows of Knockengorroch once more… https://www.knockengorroch.org.uk/tickets/

29/08/2025

Early tickets are now on sale for Knockengorroch 2026 (Limited Edition)! Head to our website www.knockengorroch.org.uk/tickets to pick up a limited number at the cheapest price. Payment plans are also available for all Early tickets.

Buy tickets for the Knockengorroch Festival in Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland.

10/06/2025

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of your support so far. 🥲 Our fundraiser is 50% there, with just two weeks to go. If you love Knockengorroch please help us to keep going, any donation big or small is gratefully received. You can donate here https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/support-knockengorroch-in-2025

15/05/2025

🏡 VENUE SPOTLIGHT: Longhouse 🏡
Step into the warm, intimate atmosphere of our traditional turf-roofed Longhouse, a recreation of an Iron Age dwelling on the site of a medieval village. Here you’ll find acoustic sessions running day and night, showcasing some of the finest musicians and on the spot collaborations.

Pull up a seat, soak up the sounds, and experience the magic of live music at the heart of Knockengorroch.

🎵 See the full line-up for Longhouse 2025!

14/02/2025

Big line up announcement just out! Longhouse set to take off...!

29/05/2024

A huge thanks going out to all those that made the Longhouse such a glorious creative celebration of life, love and music this weekend!
A special nod to the crew that worked tirelessly through those heady four days keeping the tunes going till 6am - Freya Rae, Siannie Moodie, Joey Sanderson, Ewan McIntyre & Tim Leslie you are total legends. Also massive kudos to Alasdair Kampff, whose single pointed focus leant a glorious and balanced sound throughout the house through the four days and nights, on barely a wink of sleep and in constant good humour!
Also a big shout out to Cera Impala for taking the fore on the Sunday evening with The Positive Experience who kept the vibe going through the night.
And to all our other performers... The Weirdstring Band!, Auld Reekie String Band, Oceanallover, Tilly Dread, John Fairhurst, Mairi Campbell, Fredy Clue, Divergence, The Tatties Ankles, John Langan & Chandra Mather, Kajsa Balto, Wailing Sídhe, Jemima & The Fuse, Luisa Brown & John Anderson, Morag Brown & Lewis Powell-Reid, Muckle Spree, Kathryn Tickell, Apehouse, Ella Campbell, Singsong Supper Club, Cont'ylia & Binky Blue, and all of you who dissolved those blurry lines between performer and audience.
Finally, a huge debt of gratitude goes out to Rab Fulton and all the volunteers that have helped to build and maintain this unique and thriving space over these past 25 years and more.
Have a great summer and see you all next year!

16/05/2024

🔥VENUE PROFILE!🔥

The Langwhan (Longhouse): come experience some of the finest musicians, playing stripped back sets in the intimate surrounds of our traditional turf-roofed longhouse, a recreation of an iron age dwelling in the old village of Nether Knockengorroch. Get there early to bag your space🎶🎻

Find out more about the artists playing the The Langwhan at Knockengorroch Festival 2024 next weekend 23 - 26 May! 👉 www.knockengorroch.org.uk/line-up/stages/

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Carsphairn
Castle Douglas
DG73TJ

Website

http://www.knockengorroch.org.uk/

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