Fisherman’s Friends - Live at Llanthony
Gloucester Guildhall proudly presents Fisherman’s Friends, the iconic Cornish maritime band, in a unique outdoor gig at Llanthony Secunda Priory.
The Priory's beautiful gardens and waterside setting in the heart of Gloucester's quayside make for a truly perfect arena for the band’s signature sound.
Come on down for festival vibes, incredible music, great beer and food, all in an unforgettable setting. The event has an intimate festival feel, promising powerful performances in one of Gloucester’s finest historic sites.
Guildhall Presents is a series of headline gigs from major artists, brought to amazing alternative venues across Gloucester by Gloucester Guildhall. Supported by Arts Council England.
"All roads lead to The Fisherman's Friends!" So said that doyen of musical cool Jo Whiley on the BBC's Glastonbury coverage just after the boys had sung their Cornish hearts out on the Avalon Stage to rapturous applause from a packed crowd.
And who can argue? Last year they sold 50,000 tickets in their own right, on top of the 250,000 sold for Fisherman's Friends: The Musical, while their two feature films have grossed $15 million at the UK box office.
Add to that their ten albums, a BBC Folk Award, best selling book, TV documentary and prestigious performances from The Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations to Hyde Park Proms in the Park and 80,000 rugby fans at Twickenham... all while holding down day jobs.
Fans can expect a trademark catch of sea shanties and maritime work songs from a repertoire of almost 200 titles as The Fisherman's Friends are joined by two new musicians, Marcus Bonfanti and Simon Johnson, playing a collection of instruments including bass, banjo, mandolin and resonator guitar.
It all seems a very long way from the group of fishermen and their friends who first gathered in 1990 in a sitting room in their native Port Isaac to sing the Cornish songs of the sea that were part of their lives. It took a while, but before long they were 'discovered' by the wider world, caught a million-pound record deal, and gate crashed the charts with a Top 10 album in 2010 to begin a well-charted voyage of discovery.
And through it all they've remained exactly what they were when it all began back in that sitting room in Port Isaac - fishermen and their friends.
The Fisherman's Friends are: lobster fisherman Jeremy Brown, author and shopkeeper Jon Cleave, smallholder and engineer John ‘Lefty’ Lethbridge, builder John McDonnell (a Yorkshireman who visited Port Isaac more than 30 years ago and never left), Padstow fisherman Jason Nicholas, and filmmaker Toby Lobb, they have also been joined by musicians Marcus Bonfanti and Simon Johnson.
Fisherman’s Friends will perform 2 sets with an interval starting at 7pm.
Sun 21 July 2024
Llanthony Secunda Priory GL2 5FA
Tickets: SOLD OUT
General Admission
Time: Gates open 5.30pm / Show starts 7pm
Ages: All Ages (recommended 10+)
Access: We offer free Carer / Assistance tickets. Please contact the Guildhall Box Office (01452 503050) to book these.
Presented by Gloucester Guildhall.
EVENT INFO
OUTDOOR EVENT
DATE: SUNDAY 21 JULY 2024
VENUE: LLANTHONY SECUNDA PRIORY
Priory Junction, Gloucester GL2 5FA
GATES OPEN 17:30
SHOW STARTS 19:00
CURFEW 21:30
Accessibility information:
There is a viewing platform that can accommodate up to 10 wheelchairs, chairs will also be available on the platform, we ask that only one companion accompanies guests in this area. The viewing platform will be stewarded throughout the event and there is one accessible toilet on site. If you would like to use the viewing platform it is useful for you to let us know in advance, please contact our Box Office at 01452 503050 to speak to a member of the team.
There are 3 accessible parking spaces at Llanthony Priory and an additional 6 spaces at Gloucestershire College. These spaces are issued on a first come first served basis.
The site is flat and is a mixture of hardstanding and grass and the viewing area for the stage is on grass.
FAQ
How do I get to the priory and where can I park?
Llanthony priory is a couple of minutes walk from Gloucester Docks and is situated next to Gloucestershire college. There are ample carparks around the Docks area. There are also two pay and display carparks next to the venue, in Gloucestershire college and Sainsburys (Gloucester Quays).
There are 3 disabled parking spaces in Llanthony carpark which can be used by blue badge holders on a first come first served basis. There are no other spaces available at Llanthony for vehicles. Gloucestershire college carpark has 6 spaces available. Glos college has an easier accessible route from the carpark, along the canal path to Llanthony Priory.
https://www.dpaccreditation.org.uk/find-a-car-park/car-park-results-detail/772
Directions and Parking info can be found on Llanthony Priory’s Website: https://llanthonysecunda.org/visit-us/site-info/
Can I bring my own food and drink
Due to licensing only alcohol purchased on site is permitted. Please do not bring alcohol with you as this will be confiscated at the gates. You can bring your own water in a sealed bottle. Those with special dietary requirements are permitted to bring food for personal use, this will be at the security discretion upon entrance. No other outside food is permitted on site. There will be caterers on site. All catering will have vegan and vegetarian options available. There will also be a bar and a café selling snacks, ice cream and hot and cold drinks.
Will there be seats available?
This is a green field site and no chairs are provided other than on the accessible viewing platform, you are welcome to bring your own seating, but please note that these will be checked by security upon entry into the site. No gazebos are permitted as these can limit the view of the stage for others.
Are Children allowed?
All ages are welcome to this event. All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please note sufficient ear protection is strongly encouraged and is the responsibility of the parent / guardian.
Are Dogs Allowed?
Only registered assistance dogs are allowed at this event
What happens if the weather is bad?
The event will go ahead apart from in the roughest weather – you are welcome to bring an umbrella or mac – please do not bring any high or buildable structures I.e gazebos / tents
Will there be recycling bins on site?
There will be a selection of recycling and food waste bins near the entrances / exits. Please collect all your rubbish and put them in the bins on your way out of the site.
What are the timings for this event?
Gates will open at 5.30pm, the show will start at 7pm and finish by 9pm. Line up and individual stage times are subject to change, and these changes may be at short notice. Fisherman’s Friends are performing 2 sets with an interval, starting at 7pm. These is no support artist on this event. We advise all ticket holders to arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Please respect our neighbours
Llanthony Priory is close to a number of residential properties, please respect our neighbours by entering and exiting the site quietly, and disposing of rubbish / recycling in the bins provided
Have another question?
If you have an unanswered question or need any more info on this event please get in touch with our box office team at guildhall.boxoffice@gloucester.gov.uk