Peddars Way

Peddars Way formed as a duo in August 2022 and have been performing regularly since then. In addition to gigs and showcases, they have performed at Deepdale Festival, Cambridge Folk Club, and been guests on West Norfolk Radio. Their original tracks have been played on KL1 Radio, Smile Radio, West Norfolk Radio and Radio West Norfolk.

Guitarist/vocalist Chris and vocalist Sharon are sometimes joined by pianist Dan, a member of Chris' former band The Lighters, who, in addition to beautiful keyboard skills, brings an extra layer to the vocal harmonies.

• A bit about us •

Chris Moorhouse

Chris is an experienced guitarist and vocalist, as well as composer and lyricist. Most of his life has been devoted to his pursuit of music and much of the material performed by Peddars Way has been written by Chris. In his former band, The Lighters, Chris was joined by his wife Giselle.

Chris also performs with Bandwidth and Random ID.

Daniel Thomas Fuxa Roe

Daniel started playing piano when he was eight, quickly progressing through practical and theory grades. He has many years' experience despite his youth and has a repertoire that stretches from the Baroque era through to modern pop music and covers all genres.

Dan was an integral member of The Lighters Band before joining Peddars Way.

Sharon Clifton

Sharon began singing in 2014 after a friend bought her a singing lesson. Her fear of singing in public dissolved and she finally realised her dream of singing in a band.

Often heard at folk nights, open mics, and sing-around sessions around Norfolk and Fenland, Sharon has continued to develop her singing style.

Sharon also performs with The Fried Pirates

A rare photo of Peddars Way as a trio

Peddars Way perform as a duo or a trio depending on availability, the size of the venue and the nature of the booking. From time to time, Peddars Way are joined by other musical guests.

2024 Gig List (Check Facebook for latest information)

Radio West Norfolk Sunday Show Live, The Rose and Crown, Hilgay

28 January 2024, 7pm (join us in person or listen online: radionwestnorfolk.co.uk)

The London Tavern, Attleborough

2 February 2024, 8.30pm

The White Swan, North Walsham

11 February 2024, 3pm-6pm

Denver Bell, 2 Ely Road, Denver

16 February 2024, 7.30pm

The Greenhouse, Downham Market

23 February 2024, 7.30pm

Folk on the Pier Annual Showcase, Sheringham Little Theatre

1 March 2024, 7.00 pm (tickets £5 available from the theatre or call box office 01263 822347)

Louis Marchesi (guest spot)

4 March 2024, 7.30pm

The Wheatsheaf, West Beckham

8 March 2024, 7pm

William Burt Social Club, West Winch

9 March 2024, 8.30pm

Blakeney Harbour Rooms Charity Event, an evening of music, kicked off by Peddars Way

31 March 2024, 7.00pm

~~Mayor's Charity Event, King's Lynn Town Hall (ticketed via Mayor's Charity)~~

~~12 April 2024, 7.30pm~~ cancelled

Darby's, Swanton Morley

20 April 2024, 8pm

Guest spot - Queen Vic Open Music Night, Snettisham

29 April 2024, 7.30pm

Live and Let Live, King's Lynn

4 May 2024, 8.30pm

1.3 East Festival - Cromer Buskers' Weekend - 10 - 12 May 2024

Catch us at the following locations across the weekend:

Hotel de Paris/Brunette Bakes Slope
North Sea Cafe
Henry Blogg Museum Classroom
Breakers
Whitewater

The Wheatsheaf, West Beckham

24 May 2024, 7pm

William Burt Social Club, West Winch

26 May 2024, 3pm - 5.30pm (members free, non members £2) HOG ROAST £5 FROM 4PM

Denver Bell, 2 Ely Road, Denver

~~1 June 2024, 7.30pm~~ rearranged for September

Busking as part of the Creative Sheringham Festival, Market Place and High Street Sheringham

15 June 2024, 11-noon and 12.30-1.30pm

Wells Maltings, Staithe Street, Wells

16 June 2024, noon to 2pm

The Merchants' House, Norwich

16 June 2024, 7.30pm

Guest Spot - The Jewel Acoustic Session in The Crown, Fakenham

20 June 2024, session starts at 7.30pm, guest performance 8.30pm

Blakeney Harbour Rooms Folk Festival , Blakeney

7 July 2024, 2-3pm (Festivals starts 3pm Friday 5 July - 5pm Sunday 7 July details blakeneyharbourroom.co.uk)

Downham Market Theatregoers & Social Club, Downham Market Town Hall

10 July 2024, 7.45pm (private event)

Dereham Blues Festival, Ellenor Fenn Gardens

13 July 2024, Time to be confirmed (between 1 and 2pm)

Swanton Novers

15 July 2024, 1.30pm (private event)

Folk in the Town, King's Lynn

21 July 2024, 11am

Hunstanton Music Festival, The Green, Hunstanton

21 July 2024, 3pm

The Glaven Bistro, Glandford - music event

26 July 2024, 7pm (Double bill with the fantastic Jeff Hepting)
Table bookings: kitchen@theglavenbistro.com or whatsapp 07515 373457 or 01263 687640

The Chequers, Wimbotsham

27 July 2024, 7.30pm

~~Anteros Arts Foundation, 11-15 Fye Bridge Street, Norwich (Music Room)~~

~~1 August 2024, 7:30pm -~~ ~~buy tickets~~ postponed to 2025

The Bandstand in The Walks, King's Lynn

11 August 2024, 2pm - 4pm

King's Lynn Workers Club, King's Lynn

18 August 2024, 4pm (Members free, non members £2 entry)

Denver Bell, 2 Ely Road, Denver

23 August 2024, 7.30pm

Folk on The Green, Hunstanton

25 August 2024, 2pm

The Greenhouse, Downham Market

30 August 2024, 7.30pm

The Swan, Gooderstone

31 August 2024, time tbc

Hunstanton Bandstand - fundraiser

1 September 2024, time tbc

Denver Bell, 2 Ely Road, Denver

27 September 2024. 7.30pm

The Red Hart, Bodham

29 September 2024, 3.30pm

Denver Bell, 2 Ely Road, Denver

9 November 2024. 7.30pm

Latest news

Album to be release autumn 2024

Work is underway on Peddars Way's first album which is set to be a collection of Chris' self-penned materials, along with some of the recent collaborations between Sharon and Chris. A blend of country, blues, folk, rock and pop. Watch this space for release dates.

Second single released

Our second collaboration, Disappointment, launched on 31 January, and has received several air plays on local radio stations and further afield - having been played on iHeart Radio in America. It has been described as 'going down well' with listeners on Rodney Collins Radio show, and more recently as being 'relatable' accordingly to audience members at a live performance.

We are currently working on more new material and hope to release an album later this year.

New single - Meant to be - launches

We are launching our first single on Sunday 24 September 2023 at Deepdale Festival, followed by a performance at The Merchants' House in Norwich. You'll be able to download it from all main streaming sites from 24 September 2023. A limited number of EPs, featuring the single will be available at Deepdale Festival. Follow our Facebook page for the latest information - link at the bottom of this page.

By the Bay - new production and video

Chris Moorhouse's beautiful song 'By the bay' has been produced by Andy Cooper with the addition of keyboards and drums, and backing vocals from Sharon Clifton. Andy has also created a video - you can have a listen and take a peek on Chris's YouTube channel