Trip Hazard

We play tunes, but only the good ones.

A new and exciting bunch of experienced dance musicians with altogether too many instruments, Trip Hazard is a UK-based contra dance band that plays a mix of traditional and contemporary tunes. With their infectious energy and skilled musicianship, Trip Hazard is sure to please dancers of all experience levels.

Trip Hazard is made up of four experienced musicians who are passionate about contra dance:

• Colm on bodhrán
• Robin on whistles and saxophones
• James on melodeon, piano and chromatic button accordion
• Caro on piano, flute, clarinet and saxophone

They bring a wealth of talent to the stage, and their music is sure to get your feet moving. The band is known for their big sound, varied instrumentation, and wide range of repertoire, which is sure to keep you engaged and on your toes all evening.

Upcoming events

• Whitby Folk Week from 16th to 22nd August 2025
• Cracking Contra with Charlie Turner on 4th October 2025
• Contrabridge with Adam Hughes on 29th November 2025
• New Year's Eve Contra with Charlotte Rich-Griffin on 31st December 2025

Enjoy our music?

Buy our merch! Make your friends and fellow dancers aware of the hazards of contra dancing by wearing or carrying a variety of warning signs.

Past events

• Bristol Contra with Jack Kanutin on 22nd November 2024
• Towersey Festival with Bob Morgan on 26th August 2024
• Contrabridge with Rob Humphrey & Sarah Trop on 27th April 2024
• Contrabridge with Lisa Heywood on 18th November 2023

Here are some videos from our past gigs:

Want us to play at your contra dance?

Email hi@triphazardfolk.com to find out more, and book us for your contra dance event.