Scarborough Fair Tickets

Scarborough Fair is one of the most enduring English ballads in the folk tradition, best known for its refrain about parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme. The song’s modern renaissance owes much to the landmark 1960s arrangement popularized by Martin Carthy, which influenced Paul Simon and the iconic Simon & Garfunkel version. This page highlights Scarborough Fair’s rich history, notable recordings, and the ongoing work of the artists who keep the tradition alive.

Here at Gold Coast Tickets, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-fuss access to Scarborough Fair’s performances and related releases. Whether you’re seeking classic folk interpretations or the newest takes inspired by contemporary collaborations, we’ll help you secure your seats with clear details on shows, venues, and tours.

In 2025, the collaboration between Martin Carthy and Eliza Carthy yielded Transform Me Then Into a Fish, a release on HemHem Records that includes a fresh interpretation of Scarborough Fair and earned a place on the Mercury Prize shortlist. The duo toured the United States in 2025, bringing a living link between traditional ballads and modern folk expression to venues such as Birchmere (Alexandria, VA), Old Town School of Folk Music (Chicago, IL), and Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley, CA), with additional house concerts in Santa Cruz. Major career milestones include the BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Lifetime Achievement (2014), underscoring Scarborough Fair’s lasting impact on the folk music landscape.

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