TALES FROM THE BOOT & SHOE
Live Music in Rossendale:
Kick Off May Bank Holiday with Rachael Green at the Boot & Shoe
Waterfoot, Rossendale
There's something about a bank holiday weekend that just calls for live music, a proper pint, and being in the company of good people.
On Friday 1st May, we're opening up May Bank Holiday weekend with the phenomenal Rachael Green live at The Boot & Shoe in Waterfoot. Think soulful vocals, an acoustic guitar, and that warm, easy atmosphere that turns a Friday night into one you'll actually remember.
Why Rachael Green is worth showing up for
If you've not caught Rachael before, you're in for a treat. She's one of those singers who can fill a room without needing to fill it with noise — proper goosebump stuff. Whether she's giving a familiar song a brand-new feel or reeling you in with a slower number, she has a way of pulling everyone in the pub into the same moment. It's the kind of gig where conversations pause mid-sentence because someone's hit a note that demands your attention.
What to expect on the night
Here's the lowdown:
- When: Friday 1st May 2026
- Where: The Boot & Shoe, Waterfoot
- Cost: Free admission — just turn up
- Vibe: Acoustic, intimate, properly local
Grab your favourite people, claim a table early (they go fast on bank holiday weekends), and let us look after the rest. Whether you're popping in for one or settling in for the night, you'll get a warm welcome and get to hear the best acoustic acts around.
Make a proper night of it - book a table for food
Here's a little tip: the best way to do a gig night with us is to come early and eat with us first. Book a table, settle in, have a proper meal, then stay right where you are when Rachael kicks off. No rushing, no scrambling for a seat once the music starts — just a brilliant evening from start to finish.
A heads-up though: tables get booked up fast for live music nights, and this being bank holiday weekend, they'll go even quicker. If you want to eat with us before the gig, book your table as early as you can — give us a ring 01706 213 828 or drop us a message on Facebook and we'll get you sorted. Don't leave it until Friday afternoon and hope for the best, because chances are we'll already be full.
Visiting Rossendale this weekend?
If you're heading our way for the bank holiday, you've picked a cracking time to visit. Waterfoot sits right in the heart of the Rossendale Valley — beautiful walks on the doorstep during the day, and a cosy pub with live music waiting for you in the evening. We're easy to find and even easier to feel at home in.
“There's nothing quite like a Friday night with live music, good drinks, and the valley's friendliest crowd. Come and start your weekend the right way.”
See you Friday — and bring someone who loves a proper night out.
