Ruthin AllStyles Folk & Acoustic Music

Name: Ruthin AllStyles Folk & Acoustic Music
Address: The Feathers Inn, 52 Well Street, Ruthin, LL151AW, GB
Telephone: +447760764441
Price range: £
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Ruthin AllStyles Folk & Acoustic Music

A folk and acoustic night every Thursday evening at The Feathers Inn, Ruthin. Visit our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RuthinAllStyles/

One of the friendliest and fastest-growing clubs in the area, we welcome all styles of live acoustic music. From acoustic guitar to accordion, penny whistle to piano, banjo to bass guitar, mandolin to maracas. Whether you're a performer or just prefer to listen, you are most welcome to join us every Thursday evening at The Feathers Inn (Tafarn y Plu). You can also find more information on the club

's web site:
http://ruthinallstyles.co.uk/ and Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RuthinAllStyles/

29/06/2025

🎶 Lockdown Lookback – Week 16 🎶
Bad Hair Days & Brilliant Tunes

Remember when every day during lockdown felt like a bad hair day? With nowhere to go, there wasn’t much point reaching for the straighteners—or the Brylcreem. But at least recording videos for our online music nights gave us a reason to tame the tangles… or not!

By Week 16, Yours Truly and Mrs Yours Truly had given up entirely and embraced the chaos—with matching luminous pink punk wigs. 😄 Well, if you can’t fix it, flaunt it!

But as always, it wasn’t about the hair—it was about the music, and we had it in spades. 🎵

🎥 The full show (minus the first 15 minutes that Facebook unceremoniously chopped!) is now on YouTube:
👉 https://youtu.be/NJNYh0VZbGY

🎧 And here’s a 10-minute taster featuring:
• Wendy Eastwood (with Pete Hodgson)
• Carol Roberts (with Richard Ruthin)
• Steve Jukes-Hughes, singing from his attic with that Peaceful Easy Feeling

🎨 Postscript: One of the backdrop images we used was a mural titled "The Psychos" by street artist Loretto, showing Trump and Putin in a punk band… Five years later, it still hits a little too close to home!

25/06/2025

This Week at Ruthin AllStyles Music Club 🎶

It was a quieter evening than usual at The Feathers last week—perhaps the warm weather and barbecue season had something to do with it! But those who came along were treated to a relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable night of music.

A handful of our regulars were joined by visitors Dave and Rose from Rhyl, and together we shared a lovely mix of songs in great company.

We’re looking forward to seeing what this week’s Acoustic Thursday will bring. It’s set to be a classic Ruthin AllStyles singers’ night—perhaps with a few new faces, too!

🎤 Whether you play an instrument, sing, or just love to listen, you’re warmly invited to join us.
🕖 Doors open at 7pm
🎶 Music starts at 8pm
Come and be part of the music!

18/06/2025

This Week at Ruthin AllStyles Music Club

It was such a pleasure to welcome Geoff and Jacky back into the fold for the first time since their "emigration" to Manchester. True to their word, they popped in to see us, reminding everyone just how much their friendship and support have meant over the years — both to Ruthin AllStyles and the Rhyl Folk & Acoustic Club.

We made sure they felt right at home, with fourteen musicians playing to a comfortably-full function room at The Feathers.
The Tom, Dick and Harry Band opened both halves of the evening in their distinctive style. There were no formal duos this week, although there were plenty of lovely collaborations:

Pete added some well-timed “Oo Ahs” during Cath’s set, which featured her seldom-seen 12-string guitar. Tom accompanied Lynda, as always. Penni joined Steve for one of his songs — and he returned the favour during her spot.

When Glyn launched into one of her catchy traditional a-cappella numbers, the whole room joined in, proving once again the power of community and song.

Solo performances came from Joe, Chris, Neil, and Colin — and aside from one or two who had to dash off early, most performers got a second bite of the cherry after the break.

Bringing the evening to a lively close was Mike Kendrick, whose upbeat finale sent us all home whistling.

We can’t wait to see what this Thursday brings!
🎶 Doors open at 7.00pm, and the music starts at 8.00pm.
Bring along your instrument, your voice… or simply your ears — all are welcome!

15/06/2025

Lockdown Lookback – Week 14: A Musical Mission to the Stars!

Five years ago this week, things got a little extra-terrestrial on our virtual music night!

Our OBS Studio green-screen rocket launched us into the time-space continuum on a cosmic journey packed with music that was truly out of this world — and it was your music that made the stars shine even brighter. ✨🎶

The full show is now available on YouTube if you're in the mood for a nostalgic orbit:
https://youtu.be/hbwOQUpqUKo

Or if you're short on time, here’s a time-warped snippet featuring Robin the Busker, Penni Neale, and the fabulous Jabberwocky (Ian, Gill, Mick and Jilly). Plus the bonus of a Pete Kirkham joke!

Enjoy the trip back through musical space and time! 🌌🎸🪐

11/06/2025

🎶 Ruthin AllStyles – This Week at The Feathers

We served up a baker’s dozen of talented performers at last week’s Acoustic Thursday — and just to prove you can have your cake and eat it, we still managed to fit in second spots for everyone after the break!

Sue and Rob opened the evening in fine style, setting the tone for a night of rich variety as each performer added their own unique flavour to our musical menu.

It was lovely to welcome back Richard and Wendy Eastwood, whose springtime absences are always noticed while they rehearse for the Harmony Singers’ Charity Concerts in Llandudno.

Also joining the familiar faces was Terry Allen from Wrexham. His distinctive vocals and guitar style are always a hit, and it’s a treat whenever he can make it over to Ruthin.

We wrapped up just in time for last orders, with Tom Degney leaving us with a smile and one of his famous medleys echoing in our ears.

Who’ll be joining us this Thursday? Come along and find out!
🎵 Music starts at 8.00pm at The Feathers, Ruthin. (doors 7pm)
🎤 Bring an instrument, your voice, or just your ears — all are welcome!

08/06/2025

☔️ Ruthin AllStyles Lockdown Lookback – Week 13: “I Hate Camping!” ⛺️🎶

This week’s Lockdown Lookback takes us back five years to Week 13 of our online shows — and just like now, the weather was relentlessly… wet! So, with traditional summer holidays looking a bit soggy, we embraced the theme of rainy-day camping for the show’s setting.

We opened the programme with a beautifully fitting performance of “A Walk in the Irish Rain”, recorded specially for the occasion by Lynda and Tom — a short snippet of which kicks off this week’s 15-minute showreel.

Next, Robin Spreckley laments the downpour in his heartfelt song “River Run High”, followed by a classic bit of dry humour (ironically!) from Anthony John Clarke, performing “I Hate Camping” in his unmistakable style.

But all is not gloomy! The clouds part for a magical moment as Cath Bryan brings us Kermit the Frog’s much-loved “Rainbow Connection”. And keep an eye out — her unique method of changing key mid-song is as clever as it is charming!

🎬 You can watch the full 3-hour show — or dip into your favourite performances — here on YouTube:
👉 https://youtu.be/igcPuVR6H5w

04/06/2025

🎶 Acoustic Thursday at Ruthin AllStyles – What a Night! 🎶

Last week’s Singers’ Night was packed with great music, good company, and a few lovely surprises!

We had 17 performers in all, covering everything from folk and country to Americana, classic hits, and heartfelt original songs. The night kicked off in fine style with Tom, Dick & Harry, anchored by John Rowel on his smooth fretless bass 🎸

A big highlight was welcoming Dave Jones from Conwy — his first-ever public performance, and what a debut! He wowed us with two beautifully finger-picked instrumentals on a guitar that he built himself. A true craftsman, both musically and literally!

We also saw the return of Aneta Wadowska, this time with her acoustic guitar and stunning vocals.

And the long-awaited “in 3D” debut of The Odd Bods (Jenny & Norm), who we first met during our lockdown shows!
With so many talented regulars and guests, we only just wrapped up before last orders. 🍻

🎤 Who’ll be joining us this week? Come find out!
Join us at The Feathers, on Thursday at 7.30pm — bring your voice, your instrument, or just your ears. All are welcome.

31/05/2025

🎬 Ruthin AllStyles Lockdown Lookback – Week 12: “Another Fine Mess”

Five years ago, we brought you one of our most popular online shows — Another Fine Mess — and what a glorious mess it was!

In this episode, we took a time-travelling detour back to 1920s San Francisco, with Jayne and Chris “broadcasting” from the front seat of a Model T Ford, thanks to some brilliantly silly green screen wizardry and archive footage.

The show featured another fantastic line-up of musical contributions from our talented members and musical “visitors” from far and wide.

🎶 This week’s highlights clip includes: a touch of gold from Geoff Durno; “Heaven Sent” performed by Run For Cover; and something heavenly from Katie and James.

✨ Watch the full 3-hour show — or skip to your favourite moments — on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/WOIIOC_MeKk
And don’t forget to give us a thumbs-up if it makes you smile!

28/05/2025

🎶 Ruthin AllStyles Singers’ Night – What a Week! 🎶

Seventeen minstrels, a room full of music lovers, and another cracking Thursday night at The Feathers!

We had a brilliant mix of regulars and returning favourites — including Dave Hytch, making his first visit since pre-pandemic days.

Phil Johnstone gave a beautiful rendition of Blackbird, and Jeff Jones joined Richard Ruthin and Tom Degney for an impromptu folk-rock set that went down a storm.

We were also treated to some gorgeous vocals from Maria, both solo and adding harmonies to Canada Phil’s tunes.

🎉 And this Thursday, a special treat — The Odd Bods (Jenny & Norm) are heading up from Oswestry to perform a floor spot for the first time at our club, after entertaining us so often during the lockdown shows online. We can’t wait to welcome them in person!

🎵 Come along, bring your instruments, your voices — or just your ears. It’s music, friendship, and a whole lot of fun every Thursday from 8pm.

26/05/2025

🎶 Our Weekly Lockdown Look-Back 🎶

Five years ago this week — on May 28th, 2020 — we were already eleven weeks into our online Ruthin AllStyles Singers’ Nights.

That week’s show had us on the run after a daring escape from lockdown jail (thanks to a cake with a file in it — cheers, Glyn Hudson!). We hitched a lift north with a friendly chap named Dominic who was out “testing his eyesight” at Barnard Castle, and eventually found refuge in the Scottish Highlands, where we presented the show incognito, disguised as locals. 🕶️🏴

💻 You can still enjoy the full 3-hour episode on YouTube:
👉 https://youtu.be/1X2vDKWq52A

In the meantime, here’s a little 10-minute highlight reel featuring performances by:
🎤 Paul & Vicki Riley
🎸 John Helm
🎻 Richard Ruthin with Tom Degney

Enjoy the trip down memory lane — and thanks again for being part of the music and the madness! 🎵💚

20/05/2025

🎶 Ruthin AllStyles – Another Great Night at The Feathers! 🎤

Fifteen performers took to the stage last Thursday, with a brilliant mix of solo spots, duos, trios — and even a seven-strong band performance from Neil Martin and the Freeloaders!

They were joined by the fabulous Angharad, Lyn and Laura, who also wowed us later as The Bewildered Brunettes with their gorgeous close harmonies. 💫

We had songs from Lynda, Glyn, Cath and Penni (who gave us one of Jackson Williams’s latest), plus signature performances from Colin, Pete, Joe, Chris, Richard, and some lovely instrumentals from Tom.

🎸 The night wrapped with a Dire Straits classic from Steve Jukes-Hughes that had us all humming along!

Roll on Thursday… wonder who’ll turn up this week? 👀🎶

Address

The Feathers Inn, 52 Well Street
Ruthin
LL151AW

Opening Hours

7:30pm - 11pm

Telephone

+447760764441

Website

http://ruthinallstyles.co.uk/

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