Basingstoke Music Initiative are thrilled to welcome celebrated folk troubadour Beans on Toast heads out on his annual winter tour.

Part concert, part gathering, every Beans on Toast show is a unique evening of songs and stories. Expect open-hearted tales of family, friendships and everyday life alongside protest songs, drinking songs, songs about nature and songs that’ll have you laughing one minute and wiping away a tear the next.

With his trademark warmth, wit and unwavering optimism, Beans has spent nearly two decades building one of the most loyal and welcoming audiences in British folk music. Whether you’ve been coming for years or it’s your first time, everyone is welcome.

A travelling troubadour for the ages

–Three Songs and Out

Come and be part of a celebration of music, chaos, community and hope, and leave feeling like you’ve just caught up with an old friend.

Show Information

• Date & Times: Wednesday 18th November | Doors at 6pm, support (tbc) at 7pm
• Stage times: TBC
• Age Guidance: 12+ but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult
• Accessibility: This will be a predominantly standing room-only gig, however we can provide a seating area to the side of the stage if requested in advance.
  The venue is all based on the ground floor and so accessible for most wheelchairs. We have some limited disabled parking and an accessible toilet. If you have any specific access needs or would like more information, please call us or email so we can ensure your visit is as enjoyable as possible. (01256 354 541 Mon-Thurs 9.30am-5pm / email: [email protected])

More about Beans On Toast

If you enjoy folk music, we kick off our Autumn 2026 season with an acoustic evening headlined by travelling musician Tim Holehouse, whose music spans folk, blues and experimental, with support from El Paso-based punk-flavored alternative folk musician, Emily Davies