We’re raising money to support Doc Rowe’s Archive and Collection so it can remain a vital resource for future generations.

Traditional song and custom has been the focus of Doc Rowe’s life. His voracious documenting of British customs – including an annual pilgrimage to Padstow’s May Day since 1963 – has seen him amass an enviable archive and collection which is currently housed in Whitby.

The Doc Rowe Archive and Collection is subject to private rent which Doc currently pays for with his pension, alongside generous contributions from a small number of enthusiasts through the Buy Doc A Pint scheme (more information here: http://www.docrowe.org.uk/contact/index.html)

However, this is not sustainable.

We’re hoping to raise £4,700 to cover the rent for the Archive and Collection in 2017, to alleviate Doc’s immediate rent concerns while we work to raise the profile of the Archive and to eventually find it a secure, accessible home.

Please consider giving a one-off donation to support the Archive or better still, become a regular donor here:

http://www.docrowe.org.uk/contact/index.html