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Peter Knight’s Gigspanner Trio

New Album Preview Tour

"There’s something of the proverbial elder statesman about Peter Knight, in terms of his place in music, which cannot be overstated. It’s not just in the quality of his playing...there’s a focus on the sheer inventiveness of Peter’s playing, in the adventurous arrangements he shares with his collaborators, and in his musical leadership”

Northern Sky Magazine

Since his inaugural performance with the fledgling Steeleye Span in 1970, Peter Knight has been a mainstay of the British folk scene.

Never one to rest on his laurels, Peter has carved a reputation as a relentlessly questing musician “as mercurial as quicksilver”, and it is never quite so apparent as in his work with the various Gigspanner line-ups.

The Gigspanner Trio is the beating heart from which all other lineups have evolved, and the one most loved by many for the intimacy and joy manifest in their virtuosic performances. Audiences revel in the opportunity to witness ‘up close and personal’ the almost telepathic communication that exists between Peter, guitarist Roger Flack and hand percussionist, Sacha Trochet.

This concert is an extra special one as the Trio will be showcasing selected pieces from  their long waited new album.

Described by Folk Radio UK as one of the “most quietly brilliant sets of musicians in the folk world and beyond”, they take self-penned material along with music rooted in the British Isles and beyond, and with the flick of a bow, a finely chosen chord or slip of a beat, produce richly atmospheric arrangements “with notes seemingly plucked from the stars and rhythms from the equator” (Spiral Earth). 

It’s a staggering 25 years since St Agnes Fountain first launched their unique brand of festive music into the world. Originally comprising David Hughes (guitar, vocals), Chris Leslie (fiddle, mandolin, guitar, flutes, vocals), Chris While (guitar, percussion, vocals) and Julie Matthews (keyboards, guitar, bouzouki, vocals), the band quickly carved out a sound all of their own.

Blending original Christmas songs with traditional carols, delivered in their unmistakable style, St Agnes Fountain have become an essential part of the festive season for thousands of people. So much so, they inspired the much-loved phrase: “Christmas starts with St Agnes Fountain.”

As one devoted concert-goer wrote in 2025:

“I would not mind if I missed the Christmas dinner, the pudding and mince pies, the presents and the drinks. But I would be devastated if I missed St Agnes Fountain at Christmas!”

Following David Hughes ’retirement due to ill health in 2020, and his sad passing in 2023, Chris While, Julie Matthews and Chris Leslie continued as a trio. Since then, they have released two studio albums and one live album, adding further depth to an already formidable catalogue of festive recordings.

December 2026 will see St Agnes Fountain tour their Silver Jubilee Show — a celebration of a quarter-century of music-making and festive celebrations. The show will draw from their extensive back catalogue of songs and tunes, poems and stories, as they once again raise the stained-glass arches and drape the fairy lights.

If you like Christmas, you’ll love St Agnes Fountain.

Generation Rock bring you the best classic rock anthems and the best hits from the 70s to the present day. Our high octane 6 piece live features the fabulous Lady Deee and Purple Haze  and musicians and vocalists drawn from top UK tribute bands. 

 Expect a packed night of classics from artists such as Elton John, AC/DC, Toto, Whitesnake, Prince, Fleetwood Mac, Pat Benetar and many many more. 

Guaranteed to get you dancing in the aisles and singing at the top of your voice. Unleash your inner air guitar and join us for a night of rock nostalgia and high energy fun.

 Come and meet the band afterwards. Check out Generation Rock at: httpshttps://www.generationrockband.com

Event Information

• Accessible Seating is available from the box office in person, or by calling 01404 384050, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
• The Beehive operates  a No Refund  policy  on ticket purchases. Please make sure you are able to attend the event before purchasing your tickets.
• The Beehive has a fully licensed bar which we open 1 hour before events begin. Bringing your own alcohol in is strictly prohibited.
• Our bar is manned by our fantastic volunteers, at busy times the wait may be a little longer than normal,  please be patient whilst they serve everyone.
• Only food purchased at The Beehive can be consumed on the premises, unless a specific bring your own event has been advertised.

It is 1893 and the Widow Snazbatten doesn’t have a lot of money but she has saved a few pounds from her yearly wage to throw a party for all her friends at her favourite place…. Belcher Towers. She is looking forward to seeing everyone from William Marley, her close friend Prudence and her new friend, a young writer by the name of Charles Dickens. Of course, no party can go without a hitch and what will happen if they disturb the resident miser Cyrus Belcher?

 Join Candlelight Murder Mystery Company this Christmas and see if all ends up merry and bright

Menu

Main Course

 Sweeny Todd Chicken, Chicken parmigiana served with winter vegetables, diced garlic and rosemary potatoes. (GF option and bread available on request)

 Cemetery Cassolette, Braised leek and white bean cassolette served with crusty bread and butter. (V) (GF) (DF)

 Dessert

Death by Chocolate, Tripple chocolate brownie and cream. (GF)

Psycho Killer Crumble, Winter berry crumble with custard.

Dead Mans Feet, assorted cheese & biscuits £2 supplement on box office.