Imagine an Autumn Day, chilling with a picnic, a drink in your hand, surrounded by friends, listening to the best talent in the South West. A mix of mellow vibes and music you'll just have to get up and move to...

Combefest would like to thank the Claude and Margaret Pike Charity for their kind donation. A donation will be made by Combefest of any profit to The Children's Hospice South West and the Mwelu Foundation.

Combefest is a brand new, one day musical event featuring some of the best of the South West's Acoustic music acts in an unrivalled setting on the lawns of Hearn Field by the beautiful River Teign Estuary at the village of Combeinteignhead (between Newton Abbot and Shaldon).

There will be plenty of parking, refreshments and food, but bring your own picnic and enjoy...

Gates open 2pm, finish 10pm

Tickets are available from The Wild Goose, Combeinteignhead and The Coffee Rush in Shaldon or alternativley please use the internet link above for more information.

Bands so far confirmed include:

Yessir Boss
www.myspace.com/yessirbossmusic
This excellent six piece from Dartington and Bristol play an exciting mix of ska/funk and jazz. Guaranteed to make you move. Played this year at Glastonbury and having supported Joss Stone at the Millenium Dome, this band are going places!

Chris While and Julie Matthews
www.myspace.com/chriswhileandjuliematthews
Chris While & Julie Matthews are breathtaking singers, songwriters, musicians and performers whose dedication to their craft and audience holds no bounds. Though internationally acclaimed, they continue to be a leading force on the UK's acoustic/roots arts circuit.

Jim Crawford
www.myspace.com/jimcrawfordmusic
Superb North Devon based acoustic blues guitarist and singer (and cult film star!), Jim has performed sessions for the Paul Jones blues show and at numerous festivals throughout the country. He has recently written songs for Beth Orton.

The Dambuskers
www.myspace.com/thedambuskers
This exciting folk band play a mixture of English and Irish traditional songs with the emphasis firmly on energy and fun. A popular act at folk festivals throughout the South West, they always put on an entertaining show.

Jelly Beans
www.myspace.com/marcwoodward
An enormously talented duo, Steve's superb vocal skills and guitar are complimented by gifted mandolinist and harmony vocalist Marc. Guaranteed to stun you with their musical wizardry.

Jack Woodward
www.myspace.com/jackwoodwardmusic
A talented singer/songwriter, this young X Factor finalist will be playing with his bass-playing brother Tom. Their eclectic mix of covers and original material appeals to music lovers of all ages.

Dates

Combefest Music Festival 20/09/2008

Saturday 14:00 - 22:00

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