Wellyfest 2025 will be offering some exciting opportunities for younger folk and aspiring young musicians.

The Wellyfest Youth Gathering for 5 – 18-year-olds!

Wehey! Here we are again at the 60th Wellyfest celebration! Because we’re celebrating being “60 years young”, this year, kids under 13 have free registration, all weekend! And we have a Youth Programme for all 5 – 18-year-olds, with 4 amazing specialist tutors …

Find out all about it here!

The Walker Trust – Youth Performance Award

Are you 11 – 25 years and love playing traditional music? Are you 11 – 25 years and love playing traditional music? Why not enter the Walker Trust Youth Performance Award and win yourself some cash!

Two age categories, young adult (17 – 25 years) and youth (11 – 16 years). 

 Find out more here!