The Rigmarollers at Otterton Mill

The Rigmarollers bring the joy to packed-out shows with their fresh take on upbeat jazzy blues. Firmly established as live favourites and festival headliners, they are constantly finding new audiences.

Cerys Matthews has featured them on her Radio 2 Blues Show, as did Jazz FM’s David Freeman on Blues & Boogie. The magazines Blues in Britain and Blues Blast (USA) have both handed them great reviews.

The Rigmarollers are a dynamic three-piece, who make a massive sound with vocals, guitar, sousaphone, percussion and harmonica.

A new album of original music is coming this year, following up on ‘21st Century Speakeasy’ and ‘Mr Crump Don’t Like It’.

Harmonica virtuoso Ed Hopwood honed his skills in celebrated UK bands. Julian Marshall has travelled widely in Europe and the US playing music in many traditions. Ewan Penkey is highly acclaimed for his mastery of the sousaphone and double bass. For some shows the trio are joined by clarinettist Lucy Tasker to add an extra dash of New Orleans jazz.

• Our live music events are held outside under the stars in our courtyard during the summer.
• Ticket price covers music only. Pre-booking required.
• Doors open at 6pm.
• Food served 6pm to 7.30pm. Pre-booking not required.
• Live music starts at 8pm.

Together they blast out an infectious, joyful and upbeat groove, always getting crowds dancing and singing, frequently earning ‘best live band’ reviews.