The Blowout
The Blowout is our annual celebration of pipes. **Next Blowout will be 31st May to 2nd June 2019
Concerts
See some of the best pipe acts from Britain, Europe and beyond.
Workshops
Learn technique from experienced workshop leaders.
Sessions
Join in with impromptu sessions.
Dances
Come and dance in the legendary Saturday Bal.
Makers
A chance to buy pipes direct from the maker.
Instruments
A chance to see, hear and play unusual bagpipes.
Talks
Learn about the cultural history of piping.
Demonstrations
Professional bagpipe makers explain the secrets of their art.
Venue
Festival set in and around the beautiful Polesworth Priory.
Camping
Camp inside the Priory’s secluded garden and grounds.
Food
Delicious homemade food from Vanessa Ryall and her team.
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