Below are links to some websites which may be of interest to you :

Folk Music Home Page

Comprehensive index of links, including artists, concerts, albums, organizations and related resources.

English folk and traditional music

A guide to Internet resources on folk music and dance in England.

GUESTLIST - Folk performers' directory

Home page for Guestlist - extensive directory of UK folk music performers; and Folktalk Magazine

Young Musicians Fund

Set up by Kathryn to help young musicians in the Northeast to achieve their musical potential or, in many casesto give them their first chance to experience music making. To find out how to donate to the fund, or apply for a grant click on the link, then click on 'Funds at the Foundation' and look in 'S-Z Funds'