It is with great regret that we have to announce that John Tams (with Home Service) will be unable to honour any engagements for the next few months. This is due to the development of two large polyps on his vocal chords.

He is currently making arrangements to undergo a private operation to remove these, the surgeon says the prognosis is very good and that full recovery should take approximately two months.

As a result of this we regret that we have to announce that this will include the performance of HOME SERVICE at the Beverley Festival. We are very sorry to those of you who were looking forward to seeing the band.

To replace the band we are delighted to have been able to secure the amazing new band The Mighty Doonans. Who have made a huge revival over the past few months, and look set to become a mighty force on the traditional music scene in the UK

This new band has developed from the redoubtable “Doonan Family Band who have been part of the English folk scene for many years. The Doonans have a deserved reputation for their imaginative and innovative interpretations of traditional songs and ability to introduce other genres of music and dance to their thoroughly entertaining performances. The Mighty Doonans philosophy remains the same and the inclusion of the NEW family members has revitalised the band and created a massive musical powerhouse with incredible vocal performances. The amazing stage show embraces the best of traditional folk (and step dance) whilst wrapping the songs and tunes in a glorious mix of rock /jazz influences that leaves audiences spellbound! The line up includes Mick Doonan, Phil Murray, Kevin Doonan, Stu Luckley ,Ian Fairbairn, Rosie Doonan, Jamie Luckley, Ben Murray and Frances Doonan.

ahab have been crowned the winners of 'Best Group' at the 2012 Spiral Earth awards. You can check out a list of all of the winners here

ahab will be perfoming on Sunday 17th June at the Finale Concert in the Concert & Dance Marquee. You can get your tickets here

Day Tickets and Individual Event Tickets for Steeleye Span, Joe Brown, Peatbog Faeries and Home Service are all ON SALE NOW!

Weekend Winter Special Tickets are also available. This special deal will run until 31st March.

Get your Weekend, Day or Individual Event Tickets HERE

Congratulations to Home Service who won Best Live Act at last night's BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Come and see them on Sunday (17th) afternoon of the festival.

For those who missed the awards, or want to watch again, you can do so here