FANNY LUMSDEN, Sunday 3rd August
2025-08-03 19:00 - 22:00 UTC
Sunday 3rd August 2025, 7-10pm. Doors open: 6:30pm.
Support: Acoustic set by local singer/songwriter, Charlie Ferguson, 7:05pm-7:25pm. Not to be missed!
Main Act: Fanny Lumsden and the Prawnstars, 7:45pm-9:15pm
The 3V Hall will be operating a Licensed Bar, and there will be a Raffle in aid of Hall funds.
Parking available at the Hall, with overflow at Arrochar Parish Church car park.
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TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE: Fanny Lumsden's Country Halls Tour | Arrochar UK 2025
2x ARIA and 9x CMAA Golden Guitar winner Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind.
An all-in affair, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling, delivered with wit, warmth &
luscious harmonies. Alongside her band The Prawn Stars, Fanny has “established herself as one of the
genre's most esteemed performers” (The Australian), honing her craft in hundreds of halls on her
annual ‘Country Halls Tour’, all the way to her first UK show; a packed-out Avalon Stage at
Glastonbury.
In 2023, Fanny released her 4th studio album Hey Dawn which took out the ARIA for Best Country
Album presented by Dolly Parton, was nominated for the AMP (Mercury Prize equivalent), took out
the CMAA Golden Guitar for Alt Country Album of the Year (with 3 other nominations) and won Best
Independent Country Album at the AIR (Australian Independent Record Labels Assoc). Hey Dawn
debuted at number 1 on the ARIA Australian Album charts and in the top 10 global ARIA charts, and
went on to hold the number 1 Australian Country spot for 5 weeks, being the 4th highest selling
country album for 2023.
Hey Dawn gained high praise including 4 stars in Rolling Stone Magazine and was claimed as being
“unique and timeless” (Capital News), a “triumph” (Women in Pop) and cemented Fanny as
“undoubtedly the brightest new country star of this era” (Capital News). Featuring standout tracks
including the “breathtaking” (Rolling Stone) opening track Hey Dawn, the country radio top ten and
CMT #1 hit Millionaire, and fast fan favourites When I Die and Ugly Flowers.
Having grown up on a sheep and cropping farm and spending most of her time touring regional
Australia in a caravan, Fanny’s songs are born of the red dirt, the snowy mountains, and all the people
in between. She’s a farmer, a volunteer firefighter, a highly acclaimed singer songwriter with her 2020
album Fallow also taking out the ARIA Award and the AIR Award for Country Album of the Year, and
5x CMAA Golden Guitars, including Album of the Year and Female Artist of the Year. Fallow was also
shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize Top 9 Australian Albums (2020) and topped
things off with an APRA award nomination for one of the Top 5 most played country songs in 2021 for
Dig.
An artist who is dedicated to playing live and connecting with audiences, Fanny has toured with the
likes of Paul Kelly, Kasey Chambers and more, played major festivals such as Glastonbury, Port Fairy
Folk Festival, and the main stage at Byron Bay Bluesfest, amongst others. She has headlined multiple
sold-out theatre tours, played Americanafest in Nashville, and successfully undertaken 10 Country
Halls tours (250 + halls) where she takes her full band show to halls all over regional Australia and NZ.
Fanny and The Prawn Stars sold out their debut run in Scotland last July, which included a 3-week
headline tour through UK and Ireland, and they are set to return again this July. This summer will be
Fanny’s fourth UK and Ireland tour in two years.
The show is hilarious, inclusive and adventurous and don’t let the name fool you - it’s perfect for the
whole family!

Coffee, Cake and a Chat - in Memory of Ellen Greenwood
2025-08-09 10:00 - 13:30
A special coffee morning on 9th August in memory of Ellen Greenwood.
Ellen was the main organiser of the coffee mornings for a few years as well as being a member of the Community Council. All money raised on the day will be going to Marie Curie UK.
Delicious home baking, raffles and some crafting goodies.
Open from 10am until 1:30pm. Entry is FREE!

MUSICAL COMEDY NIGHT
2025-08-09 19:00 - 22:00
Musical Comedy Night at the 3V Hall

You may have caught these musicians when they toured with the Silent Film showing in the Hall, or seen them as part of the WooTown Hillbillies, but they have a unique new musical comedy night planned at the Hall.

Tickets will be £12 (£10 for concessions) on the door. Bring your own drink and enjoy this truly bold and unique performance.

Doors open 7PM for a 7:30PM start

ELM WATER BOTTOM BAND
2025-08-23 19:00 - 23:00
Saturday 23 August 7PM
Local musician Scott Ewing is back in the Village Hall for an intimate night of live acoustic music. He brings with him a talented group of musicians from the area.
Bring your own drink and settle in for a grand evening.

THE NAKED NEDS
2025-09-19 19:30 - 22:30
Friday 19th September
Tickets £13/£10
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/thenakedneds/the-naked-neds/e-xzymqd
'The Naked Neds' follows a group of Glasgow lads as they navigate the turbulent aftermath of their best friend's suicide. In a world where politicians' expenses seem to matter more than NHS waiting lists, they decide to take matters into their own hands and after several failed fundraising attempts, they decide there's only one thing they can do; take their clothes off, but their plans are almost derailed when one of the boys finds a lump on his testicle and the boys are faced with another issue: none of them know how to check themselves. 'The Naked Neds' is a heartwarming story about male friendship and the tragedies and obstacles that life throws at us. It's about Testicular Cancer and young men who find it difficult to confide in their mates. (Please note: The Naked Neds does include a full monty performance and a groundbreaking live demonstration of a self-examination for testicular health. However, this production does not include any full-frontal nudity.)
The show has just finished an incredibly successful tour, with fantastic features in The Glasgow Times and appearances on both GO! Radio and BBC Radio Scotland.

FACE THE WEST
2025-11-08 19:00 - 23:00
FACE THE WEST, with support from local legend, CHARLIE FERGUSON.
Saturday 8th November 2025, 7pm-11pm.
Tickets: https://buytickets.at/amf/1822286

Join us on the 8th of November for what promises to be a rip roaring night, as Face The West head to Arrochar to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album 'Edge of Reason'. Face The West are electrifying the Scottish music scene as true pioneers of "electro-trad."
Blending screaming synth solos, brash guitars, unrelenting dance beats, and the haunting melodies of pipe, accordion, and fiddle, they seamlessly unite ravers and trad purists alike Face The West. Their live shows are a full-on musical experience—bristling with energy, innovation, and sheer joy.

FESTIVE FAIR
2025-12-06 11:00 - 16:00

VALTOS CHRISTMAS SHINDIG
2025-12-19 19:00 - 23:30
The Return of Valtos! Arrochar is going to be bouncing once again!
Valtos are Skye natives Daniel Docherty and Martyn MacDonald, and they have taken the Trad and Electronic music worlds by storm. Since their debut shows in December 2021, they have captivated audiences at festivals and sold-out venues nationwide.
Their music has been described by Folk Radio UK as "like nothing you've heard before," blending influences from electronic and folk music. Inspired by artists like Martyn Bennet, Peatbog Faeries, Odesza, Madeon, and Bicep, Valtos creates a unique and genre-defying sound.
Tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/amf/1882978

CRAFT NIGHT
2026-03-13 07:00 - 21:00

ANDREW CADIE - Acoustic Set (Soul and Folk Songs)
2026-03-29 16:00 - 19:00
Join us for an afternoon concert of soul and folk songs with Andrew Cadie.
Book Adult Tickets (£12)
Book Concession Tickets (£8)
Tickets also available on the door. Bring your own bottle!
“What a talented musician Cadie is, and one who is possessed of an equally impressive voice.”
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– Rick Bayles, RnR Magazine (UK)
“His playing is both sensitive and crafted… Soulful, evocative, lyrically convincing songs.”
– The Living Tradition (UK)
“Open mouths and sheer amazement… Fingerpicking, slide on the steel guitar, devilishly fast violin playing and getting the audience to laugh, stomp their feet, and sing along… Andrew Cadie can do it all.”
– RNZ (Germany)
ANDREW CADIE'S writing and performance style is deeply informed by an enormous internalised repertoire of traditional work songs, American folk and soul, fiddle and pipe tunes and even some psychedelic rock. Through a decade of busking this material during his formative years, powerful elements of all of these styles have merged in to a distinctive and highly personal blend. Best known as one half of the successful duo, Broom Bezzums, Andrew Cadie’s solo show is marked out by his powerful live-energy and engaging stage-presence. Audiences in small venues and at large festivals have already been wowed with everything from stomping guitar anthems, intense fiddle-singing renditions and wild dance tunes, culminating in standing ovations and multiple encores.

Greg Chapman’s Discovery of Witchcraft - A show of Magic, Storytelling, History, Comedy and Thought
2026-04-24 19:30 - 22:00
Friday 24th April 2026
Doors Open: 7:00pm
Show Starts: 7:30pm
General Admission: £14.00
Early Bird: £10.00 (limited numbers)
Tickets available here: Three Villages Hall, Arrochar - Greg Chapman’s Discovery of Witchcraft at Three Villages Hall event tickets from TicketSource

In 1584, Reginald Scott released his book 'The Discoverie of Witchcraft'.
The book aimed to expose the truth bebind what was believed to be ‘witchcraft’ at the time, including a section detailing the methods used by magicians to create their effects.
He hoped this book would put an end to innocent people being tried, imprisoned, and hanged for Witchcraft.
It would not.
Greg Chapman's new show combines magic, storytelling, history, comedy and more to talk about Witchtrials from the 15th Century through to the 20th Century, and does so in a way that is entertaining, informative, and thought-provoking!

Arrochar PTA presents... 2026 SPRING FAIR
2026-05-02 12:00 - 20:00
Saturday 2nd May, 12-8pm. FREE ENTRY!
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Food and drink
Stalls from local makers/sellers
Family entertainment
Raffle prizes
AND MORE

Arrochar Crafts presents... MAY CRAFT FAIR
2026-05-30 11:00 - 16:00
Saturday May 30th 2026, 11am till 4pm. FREE ENTRY!

WHAT'S THE TIME, MR WOLF?
2026-07-18 12:00 - 17:00
Created by local resident, Eilidh Appletree, and performed by Nicola Roy, with live cello by Simone Seales, What’s the Time, Mr Wolf? is an interactive installation for an audience of 2. Let the storyteller immerse you in a fairytale world where violence has never tasted so sweet.
ENTRY IS FREE. Book your performance slot (select Saturday 18th July) here: What's the Time, Mr Wolf?
Each performance is for TWO PEOPLE per time slot. Please arrive at the venue 15 mins before your slot.
Important notes:

This work contains reference to domestic abuse and gender-based violence. And is not suitable for those under 18 years old.
Upon entering the installation you will randomly be assigned the role of Husband or Wife. This work is a critique of patriarchy and heteronormativity, having the audience be assigned gender roles is part of this critique. It is not a reflection of your gender presentation. However, if for any reason you have a strong preference for the role you are given, please do get in touch via email: eilidhappletree@gmail
During the show, you will be offered chocolate. These are plant-based, gluten free and nut free. However, they have been made in a space where dairy, gluten and/or nuts have been handled.

Ingredients list:

Dark chocolate- raw cane sugar, cocoa butter, gluten-free oat flour, cocoa mass
White chocolate- creamed coconut, icing sugar, vanilla extract (water, organic alcohol, organic vanilla pods.)

Live Music: SEAN TAYLOR
2026-09-05 19:00 - 22:30
SEAN TAYLOR
Saturday 5th September, 7PM-10:30PM.
Buy Tickets Here
'Superbly Tailored songs’ Daily Mirror
'Articulate, compelling ... brilliant'' – Mojo

At the heart of Sean Taylor's music is a desire to turn the world into a song. His songs are of love, desire, heartbreak and social commentary. ‘Sean Taylor must be one of the best songwriters around’ (Blues Matters). He can ‘turn anything into a song’ (Classic Rock).
Sean Taylor will be joined by Mike Seal on double bass and Paulina Sczcepaniak on piano and percussion.
Sean is an international touring troubadour. He has been nominated as UK blues acoustic artist of the year for the last four years running. His songs are best described as roots; influenced by blues, Americana, jazz, spoken word and folk music. As well as a prolific songwriter he is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, guitarist, pianist, and harmonica player.
Sean gives everything to each of his live performances. Touring all over the world he is one of the hardest working artists around. Sean’s performances have included Glastonbury (acoustic stage), Cambridge Folk Festival, Port Fairy Folk Festival (Aus), Ramblin Roots Festival (NL) Avignon Blues Festival (FR), Harvest Time Blues Festival (IRL), Blue Balls Festival (CH) and many other global events.
He has opened for Robert Cray, John Fogerty, John Mayall, Neville Brothers, Tony Joe White, Band Of Horses, Richard Thompson, Eric Bibb and many other legends.
Sean Taylor tours both solo and with his band promoting his forthcoming album ‘First Light’ …
"Sean Taylor is a wonderfully talented modern troubadour whose sincere, thoughtful songs pull you in. I've had the pleasure of sharing the stage with him. He swings. Check him out!" Eric Bibb
“A fine young musician, songwriter and great geezer. I have nothing but admiration for the dedication to his craft.' Danny Thompson
