Widgeon Theatre Boat

An 85 year old theatrical narrowboat and radio station, moored across various UK waterways.

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The Widgeon Theatre Boat

On U Sound 40th Anniversary flyer

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On Sunday 27th November we are pleased to present our long time resident David Asher's 40th Anniversary show of On U Sound, Sunday Roast Part 2.

Part two features unreleased live performances from African Headcharge, a DJ set from Steve Barker, and more live performances from Tackhead and Mark Stewart and The Maffia, with live mixing from Adrian Sherwood.

The two hour special plays Sunday November 27th, at 8:00 pm UK time.

Coming up next on widgeon airwaves

7/12/2022 3:00 AM

Roots Locker West

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8/12/2022 6:00 PM

Roots Locker with Sean Moriarty

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8/12/2022 7:00 PM

Roots Locker with Mr Swing Easy

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11/12/2022 9:30 AM

Sunday Morning Mindfullness & Yoga

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11/12/2022 3:00 PM

Reggae Sessions

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14/12/2022 3:00 AM

Roots Locker West

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15/12/2022 6:00 PM

Roots Locker with Dean Bloxham

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15/12/2022 7:00 PM

Roots Locker with Coco Girl

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18/12/2022 9:30 AM

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18/12/2022 2:00 PM

Playing The Fool

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18/12/2022 3:00 PM

Reggae Sessions

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21/12/2022 3:00 AM

Roots Locker West

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22/12/2022 6:00 PM

Roots Locker with Roy Williamson

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22/12/2022 7:00 PM

Roots Locker with Simon Colebrook

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22/12/2022 7:00 PM

Roots Locker with Christophe Dalfin

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25/12/2022 9:30 AM

Sunday Morning Mindfullness & Yoga

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25/12/2022 2:00 PM

Playing The Fool

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25/12/2022 3:00 PM

Phuture Dub

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25/12/2022 6:00 PM

Delightful Imperfections

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25/12/2022 8:00 PM

On U Sound Sunday Roast

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28/12/2022 3:00 AM

Roots Locker West

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RAGE AGAINST HS2

Pre-order of Rage Against HS2.

You get 4 tracks now (streaming via the free Bandcamp app and also available as a high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more), plus the complete album the moment it’s released.

a Music is therapy.

With such a destructive and heart breaking project as HS2 we want to bring out the light in the campaign. Featuring tracks from activists on the front line of the protest camps, and also artists supporting the campaign.

featuring hidden track - a live recording of 'Gary Lesley Bovan' by activists in occupation of the woodlands

Explicit Lyrics, releases May 1, 2021

https://rageagainsths2.bandcamp.com/album/rage-against-hs2

SUPPORT THE ARTS

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It's truly
a great hoot!

Enjoy fantastic theatre, music, puppet shows, workshops, comedy, art, stuff for kids and then some! There’s a full bar and lots of snacks available before, during and after the events.

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Take me to the river!

Moored on the banks of waterways at various locations throughout the UK, it’s like the circus coming to town.

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Whether the weather is brisk or balmy, the Widgeon offers great comfort.

All events held on The Widgeon are on the riverbank. This means both the boat itself and the bankside it's moored to can showcase events, allowing all sorts of comfortable configurations.

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"What a brilliant, unique venue, intimate, passionate and rocking. Well worth finding this 71ft long historic vessel and having a totally immersive time"

Sarah Lovett

"AN ABSOLUTE MUST!!! Atmospheric unique canal boat to enjoy theatre, music and all the amazing events"

Penelope Cooke

"Brilliant atmosphere, quirky events, lovely staff. you will have a fine and original outing to the Widgeon Theatre Boat" ☆☆☆☆☆

Frank Cutter

"A fantastic and unique space. Hope to attend more events there"

Kerstin Exner

"Great venue - cozy, intriguing, inspiring!"

Raven Kaliana

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Whether the weather is brisk or balmy, the Widgeon offers great comfort.

All events held on The Widgeon are on the riverbank. This means both the boat itself and the bankside it's moored to can showcase events, allowing all sorts of comfortable configurations.

If you have any particular needs or just want to enquire further, send us a message and we'll get right on it.

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