Step into an unforgettable evening at our historic Croft Hall, where lofty ceilings and timeworn wooden beams whisper stories of the past.
Beneath the warm glow candles, intimate jazz café tables invite you to settle in and soak up the atmosphere, from when the bar opens to the end of the show. The bar is fully stocked, offering a curated selection of drinks to suit every taste.
Whether it’s a soul-stirring musical, a night of side-splitting comedy, or a captivating piece of theatre, or a beautifully film on cinema night, this is a space where live performance comes to life—up close and electric.
Come for the show. Stay for the magic.
Early Bird tickets available until 3 August
New Group Ticket for 6 or more
Will Wilde – Blues
MUSIC – Blues
Croft hall – Early Bird Tickets from £20 Organise Friends and pay £19
Will Wilde is a force to be reckoned with – a phenomenal harmonica player with a voice to match.
Will’s intense harmonica style steals the spotlight from the traditional blues rock guitar, with a sound that owes as much to Gary Moore as it does to Sonny Boy Williamson. “I’m always looking to make new sounds with the harmonica, pushing its boundaries, trying to change people’s perception of it.” In fact Will has gone one step further and created his own signature “Wilde Tuned” harmonicas so he can play licks that weren’t possible before. “They enable me to hold my own with any blues rock guitarist”.
Will gained popularity on Youtube with his mind blowing harmonica covers of classic rock guitar solos, such as Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Free Bird, which racked up over 3.8 million views, and helped him gain his 100k+ subscribers. These videos brought him to the attention of blues rock guitar legend Walter Trout, who invited him to play on his album ‘Broken’, which went to number one on the Billboard Blues Album Chart. To return the favour, Walter played guitar on the title track and first single from Will’s new album ‘The Blues Is Still Alive’. ” It was my great honor to be part of this music with the incredible Will Wilde. He’s the best! ” -Walter Trout
Will picked up his first harmonica at a house party when he was sixteen. “I basically nicked it,” he says. “It was a cheap plastic Guinness harmonica just lying around amongst the drink bottles and cigarette butts, I was drawn to it.” From then on playing became an obsession. “I used to play along to old Muddy Waters records for hours every day. Sometimes I played so much my lips bled,” says Wilde. “I couldn’t get enough of it. After a while it became like an extension of me.”
Doors and Bar Open 7.00pm
Band on Stage: 7.30 pm
Show Close (Approx) 10.00 pm
Cold Flame – Jethro Tull Tribute & Original Music
‘Cold Flame perform the music of Jethro Tull’ – The Show
Today, having been part of the tribute circuit since 1998, Cold Flame are acknowledged as the premier Jethro Tull tribute band in the UK. They continue to perform both electric and occasional acoustic Jethro Tull tribute shows across the country and remain open to touring in mainland Europe whether in a public or private setting.
Whilst showcasing both classic electric and acoustic Jethro Tull music, the band also attempt to capture some of the theatre that also made Jethro Tull such a unique live force within the music business. In considering the vast Tull music repertoire, Cold Flame specialise in highlighting songs from many of the early Tull albums between 1968 and 1980 including ‘Stand Up’, ‘Aqualung’ ‘Thick as a Brick’ and ‘Songs from the Wood’ alongside various lesser known gems from across the decades in a two hour plus show that highlights musical diversity, humour and uniqueness – traits that conjure up the very essence and appeal of Jethro Tull live. The band continue to vary setlists year on year ensuring that shows remain fresh and continue to include song and stage craft surprises complementing the extensive Jethro Tull back catalogue. This attention to detail comes from a determination to put on a show that will appeal to all fans of Jethro Tull as much as possible both from a musical and visual level.
“A real celebration of Tull music. The five piece Cold Flame are now recognized as the premier Jethro Tull tribute act in the UK blending quality musicianship and songs with Pythonesque sketches of anarchic humour and larger than life personas and costumes. These are qualities you would expect to see from a Tull tribute and get them you do. Well worth seeing if you get the chance.’ Dave Rees, A New Day Magazine
Doors and Bar Open 7.00pm
Band on Stage: 7.30 pm
Show Close (Approx) 10.00 pm
Greg Coulson
MUSIC – Blues, Soul & Funk – 7.30pm
Croft hall – Tickets £23 incl all fees
Greg Coulson is a British musical powerhouse – an expressive singer-songwriter and dynamic performer who blends soul and classic rock with the groove of blues, funk and jazz. Known for his mesmerising stage presence and unique sound, Greg has quickly established himself as one of the UK’s most exciting and versatile musicians.
In 2018, Greg made waves with his debut album, What’s New?, which received widespread critical acclaim and sparked memorable performances at top UK festivals. His music captures both depth and energy, resonating with fans who crave authenticity and world-class musicianship. Audiences often remark Greg’s live performances are like watching musical magic happen in front of their very eyes!
Beyond his solo work, Greg has collaborated with some of the industry’s greatest legends such as the iconic Burt Bacharach. His impressive résumé also includes celebrated artists: Morcheeba, The Blockheads, The Selecter, Lilly Moore, Tom Grennan, and Sway. As a member of renowned rock band Spiritualized, he has graced stages across America, even opening for the legendary Queens of the Stone Age.
Currently pushing his original music to new limits, and crafting a brand new album due for release in 2025, Greg has performed at leading venues and events including Ronnie Scotts, Isle of Wight Festival, Coachella, Camp Bestival, PizzaExpress Live, Riot Fest, Upton Blues Festival and The Great British R&B Festival.
An experienced producer and noted talent on both keyboards and guitar, Greg’s artistry is inspired by the timeless work of Steely Dan, Randy Newman, Little Feat, Ray Charles, Booker T.
Doors and Bar Open 7.00pm
Band on Stage: 7.30 pm
Show Close (Approx) 10.00 pm
Hejira – A Celebration of Joni Mitchel
“The UK’s best and most convincing take on Joni Mitchell” ~ The Guardian
Hejira is a formidable, highly successful 7-piece touring band, set up in 2023 to celebrate the ‘greatest songs’ of Joni Mitchell. Since late 2025, they have been drawing from a pool of 3 outstanding singers/guitarists: Hattie Whitehead; Jana Varga; and Immy Churchill.
In particular, the band performs the masterpiece works that Mitchell recorded from ‘Court & Spark’ to ‘Wild Things Run Fast’; expect to hear such classics as ‘Amelia’, ‘Help Me’, ‘Hejira’, ‘Song For Sharon’, ‘A Case Of You, ‘Free Man In Paris’, ‘Coyote’ ‘Hissing of Summer Lawns’ etc..
The band has produced 12 high-quality videos for Youtube, amassing more than 1,000,000 views and garnering thousands of glowing comments.
They have, in their short history, played more than 120 shows in the UK and Ireland, including headline features at The EFG London Jazz Festival; Musicport World-Music Festival; Brecon Jazz Festival; Mosely Folk Festival; Lincoln Jazz Festival; Scarborough Jazz Festival; Oxford Festival of the Arts; Salisbury International Arts Festival; Buxton International Festival.
“I was mesmerized by this interpretation of the great music of the legendary Joni Mitchell with the sensational vocals of Hattie Whitehead and illustrious band led by Pete Oxley” – John Etheridge ( Soft Machine, Stephane Grappelli, Andy Summers etc.)
Doors and Bar Open 7.00pm
Band on Stage: 7.30 pm
Show Close (Approx) 10.00 pm
The Sting Operation
Building on the success of The Police Academy, The Sting Operation is the most authentic tribute to Sting & The Police. The same artistry and attention to detail, the same unmistakable voice, and the best of Sting’s eclectic solo catalogue—alongside all the Police hits you love so much.
With an expanded five-piece lineup, The Sting Operation recreate both the reggae-tinged pop-punk sound of The Police (‘Roxanne’, ‘Message in a Bottle’, ‘Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic’, ‘Every Breath You Take’) and the lush, varied soundscapes of Sting’s solo hits such as ‘Englishman in New York’, ‘Fields of Gold’, ‘Shape of My Heart’ and ‘Desert Rose’. Bringing the best of Sting together with the best of The Police, The Sting Operation provide a show of wall-to-wall hits with unmatched authenticity.
The Sting Operation takes you on a tour of Sting’s career that will have you singing along from the first note to the last.
Doors and Bar Open 7.00pm
Band on Stage: 7.30 pm
Show Close (Approx) 10.00 pm