The Meadow Sessions: An Autumn Equinox Gathering

The Meadow Sessions: An Autumn Equinox Gathering Saturday 19th September | 1pm-8pm This September we're opening up a special spot on the edge of Sheffield and the Peak District for an afternoon of live music in a woodland meadow. Held around the Autumn Equinox, The Meadow Sessions marks the turning of the seasons - a moment of balance before autumn settles in. Expect an afternoon of great music, time outdoors and a chance to enjoy one of the last long days of the year in a beautiful setting. The exact location will remain a secret until closer to the event. Ticket holders will receive full details and directions a few days beforehand. Programme 1:00pm - Gates open 1:30pm - Slow Flow Yoga with Rose Martin Sheffield yoga teacher Rose Martin will lead a gentle, accessible slow-flow yoga session. It's completely optional, so whether you'd like to take part or simply settle into the surroundings, you're very welcome. 3:00pm - ROSH 'Beautiful stuff... warm folk music' - BBC Introducing ROSH is a songwriter and musician who takes influence from folk and jazz. At the end of 2025 he released his new album, 'those unknown we resemble'. It's about how we can only survive, and thrive, by seeing ourselves in each other. The new record expands on ROSH's commitment to exploring ecological conciousness, as well as the complexities of human desire, fallibility and mortality in rich, orchestral, song. 4:30pm - Lou Gold & The Alchemists Sheffield singer-songwriter Lou Gold performs songs from her debut album, A Body of Water, joined live by The Alchemists. Blending indie-folk, vintage soul and rich vocal harmonies, her songwriting draws inspiration from the landscapes of Sheffield and the Peak District, exploring themes of nature, politics and transformation. Reviewing, A Body of Water, Now Then magazine called it, "A fantastic expression of modern soul and folk music - a powerful spectrum of energy and intention." 6:00pm - Cowbird Closing the afternoon,COWBIRD is a shifting family of Sheffield musicians, featuring Al Gordon (double bass), Laura Hegarty (clarinet), Ben Chapman (dobro guitar), Rob Nutt (percussion), and Heather Morgan (guitar/vocals) - blending dusty soul, old gospel, prairie folk, and shanties. Known for their close vocal harmonies and collaborative spirit, they bring rich, acoustic songs that feel perfectly at home in the open air. 8:00pm - Event closes What to bring A picnic blanket or camping chair Your own picnic and drinks (BYOB) Layers for when the temperature drops later in the afternoon A yoga mat if you'd like to join the opening session A few practical things This is a guest event with limited tickets. The meadow sits within a small area of woodland and is reached by a short walk from the parking area. The route includes uneven ground, so please wear suitable footwear. The event space itself is mostly open grass. If you have any access requirements or would like to discuss the walk to the meadow, please get in touch before booking-we'll always do our best to help. Parking is very limited, so we'd really appreciate guests car sharing, cycling or using public transport where possible. We look forward to sharing this hidden corner of the countryside with you for an afternoon of music, good food, good company and the changing of the season.