20 Years of The Long Run, with Special Guests A Leigh-on-sea Folk Festival Signature Concert

June 11, 2026

Leigh-on-sea Folk Festival are thrilled to launch the very first Leigh Folk Festival Signature Concert, celebrating 20 years of The Long Run, one of the area’s most loved bands.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of Leigh Library Gardens, this special one‑off show sees The Long Run joined by friends and collaborators including Emerald Hill, Taylor Del Mundo, Rosie Barrett Dulake, and Bella Rose Manning — with a few surprises planned just for this night.<.p>

The band will also be launching their brand‑new album, available exclusively at the show.

Every ticket sold helps Leigh Folk Festival continue to bring free arts, culture, and community celebration to our town.

Event Details

Date: Friday, 26th June

Doors: 6:00 PM - Show: 7:15 PM

Location: Leigh Library Gardens, Broadway West, Leigh-on-sea, SS9 2DA

Age Requirement: 16+ (Please bring ID)

Tickets: £20 General Admission + Booking Fee

About the Venue

This will be a fully seated outdoor concert (bringing your own chairs is not permitted)

There will be a full, well staffed bar, provided by Leigh Spirit Co. Food & Hot drinks will be available. (No drink or food is to be brought onto the site)

Level access available from Broadway West; the area is step‑free but primarily grass and may be uneven.

Book early — this one‑night celebration is expected to sell quickly!

We’re grateful to Ruark Audio Limited for supporting this concert and helping us keep arts and culture thriving.

https://www.leighfolkfestival.com