Sounds of Sharpham: a Folk Song Journey

Imagine walking through wildflower meadows and rewilding woodland while the human voice—ancient, grounding, alive—guides you deeper into your own sense of belonging to the living world. Sounds of Sharpham: a Folk Song Journey is a rare opportunity to experience folk music not as passive listening, but as a contemplative practice woven into the landscape itself. Folk musician Ellie Beare leads this gentle guided walk through the breathtaking Sharpham Estate in Totnes, Devon, where traditional songs about nature, land, and seasons become a mirror for your own relationship with the more-than-human world.

This is not a concert. It is a pilgrimage. Over approximately 1.5 miles of mixed terrain, you'll move through the estate's rewilding landscape—a place actively returning to wildness—while Ellie's voice and songs create a living thread connecting you to generations of singers and the earth beneath your feet. Whether you arrive seeking healing, deeper nature connection, or simply a different way of being present, this gathering invites you to slow down and listen: to the music, to the birds, to yourself.

Perfect for adults and children aged 9 and older, Sounds of Sharpham honours the folk tradition's original purpose: to help us understand and celebrate our interdependence with the land and its creatures.

What to Expect

You'll begin at Sharpham House and set off on a guided walk with Ellie Beare, whose voice and folk repertoire are shaped by deep ecological awareness. As you move through meadows and woodland, she weaves together songs inspired by the natural world—songs that speak to seasons, soil, sky, and stewardship. The walk unfolds at a contemplative pace; this is not a fitness challenge but a journey of attention.

The atmosphere is meditative and inclusive. There is no requirement to sing along, though you're welcome to. Many find that simply moving through the landscape while hearing these ancient musical forms creates a profound sense of calm, belonging, and renewed care for the earth.

You'll leave with a felt sense of connection—to the land, to traditional culture, and perhaps to a quieter part of yourself.

Venue & Logistics

Sharpham House, nestled in the Devon countryside near Totnes, is an ideal setting for this practice: a place where rewilding is actively underway.

Date & Time: Sunday, August 16, 2026 (specific start time to be confirmed)
Duration: Approximately 2 hours (including the 1.5-mile walk)
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes suitable for mixed terrain with moderate elevation, weather-appropriate clothing, and a water bottle. The walk proceeds in most weather.