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Transport yourself back to a time of flares, flower-power and fantastic music with The Hurdy Gurdies, Devon and Cornwall’s top 1960s band. The Hurdy Gurdies pay tribute to music’s greatest decade, putting on fun and energetic shows featuring period outfits, instruments and equipment.

The Hurdy Gurdies formed in 2021 and have been regularly gigging since August of that year. They play pubs, clubs, festivals and functions in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset.

The Hurdy Gurdies are:

• Mathew – Vocals, bass
• Barry – Vocals, harmonicas, guitar, keys
• Patrick – Vocals, guitar
• Mark “Dr. Bongo” – Vocals, drums

“We’ve had positive feedback from locals who attended the Hurdy Gurdies 60s gig, they all had such a brilliant & enjoyable evening 🤩”
St. Giles on the Heath

“The Hurdy Gurdies put on a brilliant show for a fundraiser for our community centre in Rescorla. They had the crowd on their feet and got the village together for a great night of live music. I’d recommend them to anybody who wants a fantastic night of entertainment for their community event” Garry Tregidga, Rescorla

“Top ’60s band in Cornwall”
MW, Facebook

“These guys brought their unique style to entertain us at our Community Garden at Treverbyn Community Hall, they produce a great sound covering all the best songs. Energetic, fun and great instrumentals”
Enid Rose, Treverbyn

“Fantastic evening, really enjoyed it! Great ’60s sound, thought you were really good!”
TN, Facebook/The Croft, Hatt

“The Hurdy Gurdies were excellent, they played at our celebration at The Royal Oak in Perranarworthal. We can highly recommend these lovely guys”
AC, Facebook/The Royal Oak Perranarworthal