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The Great Hall, Canterbury · 18 December 2026

The River Stour and Westgate Gardens in Canterbury, with the medieval Westgate towers behindPhoto of Canterbury: Diliff, CC BY-SA 3.0
18 Dec

Photo of Canterbury: Diliff, CC BY-SA 3.0

Seth Lakeman marks 20 years since the release of his gold-selling album Freedom Fields with a concert at The Great Hall in Canterbury on 18 December 2026, starting at 7.30pm. His indie-folk draws on rich harmonies, fiery fiddle and songs including Lady of the Sea, King and Country and White Hare. The concert was rescheduled from 29 October, and booking is recommended.

Highlights

  • Rescheduled from 29 October 2026 due to ill health
  • Tickets from £10, with a limited number of £10 Under-30s tickets
  • Set includes Lady of the Sea, King and Country and White Hare

Getting there

The Great Hall, CT2 9DT

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