The Royal Oak, Old Town

Our Tuesday night Jazz sessions have been running for 14 years and have seen many prominent and award winning artists performing such as Tina May, David Newton, Jim Mullen, John Etheridge, Howard Alden, Adrian Cox and many more. Tables can be booked through the venues booking page : - https://theroyaloakoldtown.co.uk/jazz-blues-live-sessions/

Since 2015, The Royal Oak has become a cornerstone of Old Town Swindon’s eating and drinking community and also hosts fine dining at the hugely rated restaurant The Choptank

FREE Entry : Performance times: 20:00-21:00 / 21:30-22:30 The Royal Oak, 24 Devizes Road, Swindon, SN1 4BQ

2026

MAY

5th MAY - STARLINGS - FUNK! LATIN! JAZZ! This all female supergroup have it all and are one of our most popular acts! Bringing a showcase of covers and originals, they are on a short break later in the year so you don't want to miss this one! Emma Holbrook (Drums), Lisa Cherian (Percussion), Sophie Stockham (Saxophone), Ruth Hammond (Keys)

12th MAY - CODE RED - A longstanding legendary group from Bristol who had a long residency at the iconic Old Duke. Jazz fusion with a hint of Blues featuring Mat Sibley (Sax), Andy Keep (Bass), Andy Christie (Guitar) and Mike Hoddinott (Drums)

19TH MAY - IAN BATEMAN QUARTET - One of the jazz scenes most celebrated Trombone players. As well as long career with Acker Bilk, Ian leads his own acclaimed bands as well as being the master behind the full orchestra production of Billie Holiday’s classic ‘Lady in Satin’.

26TH MAY - CHRIS COBBSON’S AFRO JAZZ PROJECT - A dynamic quartet taking us on a journey through Africa with music from legends such as Miriam Makeba, Abdullah Ibrahim, Mulatu Astatke and much more, all with traditional African percussion, two guitars, and bass.

JUNE

2nd JUNE - NASH/NEWTON/GREEN/DE KROM - When four of the UK’s most accomplished jazz musicians come together, something special happens. Pianist DAVID NEWTON has long been celebrated as one of Britain’s finest jazz pianists, On saxophone, DEREK NASH brings explosive energy and virtuosity, known for his work with the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra they are joined by legendary double bassist DAVE GREEN, whose remarkable career includes iconic collaborations with Stan Tracey and Humphrey Lyttleton, and SEBASTIAAN DE KROM a powerhouse drummer renowned for his time with Jamie Cullum and his dynamic presence on stages worldwide. This will be a night to remember!

9TH JUNE - FLEUR STEVENSON QUARTET - Highly acclaimed Jazz singer and club favourite Fleur Stevenson returns to the club for a session of Jazz & Swing standards. This was sadly postponed from Valentine’s session and so the club are excited to welcome her back for a night of top draw vocally led Swing.

16TH JUNE - JONNY BRUCE & ROSS HICKS TRIO - Jonny Bruce is a Bristol-based jazz trumpeter who is a key figure on the UK scene. He has performed and recorded with leading artists including Pee Wee Ellis, Fred Wesley, and Andy Sheppard, earning a reputation as a versatile and in-demand collaborator. He is joined by the heavy swingin’ Welsh Piano maestro Ross Hicks.

23rd JUNE - NO JAZZ CLUB DUE TO INTERNATIONAL SPORT

30TH JUNE - BEN GRIFFITHS JAZZ TRIO - A club debut of the Harp! and a club debut from the magical Harp player Ben Griffiths. This performance will feature Joseph Van Parys on guitar and Ashley John Long on bass. Expect to hear Swing classics, Django standards, and Bossa Nova during this exciting performance from three excellent musicians based in South Wales