RACHEL MODEST || ROD CORDNER in a double headliner Charity Fundraiser concert

Contact Details:

Meanwood Valley Urban Farm, Leeds, LS7 2QG

01132625048

Leeds Inspired

RACHEL MODEST || ROD CORDNER in a double headliner Charity Fundraiser concert

18th July 2026

Every month The Barn Coffee Shop welcomes the best performers to Meanwood Valley Urban Farm Leeds LS7 2QG.
“Loving these Acoustic Nights” “super food, excellent coffee”
“such a great buzz” “Blooming amazing concert”
“Phenomenal night” “You have an amazing thing going on”

On Saturday 18th July 2026 we are excited to host:
RACHEL MODEST || ROD CORDNER in a double headliner Charity Fundraiser concert:
Show 7.30pm – Come earlier for Extra Music Guests

Food served: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Coffee – Wine – Beer – from 6.30pm to late

Buy PAYF Tickets at: https://ticketlab.co.uk/promoter/AcousticNights
Profits from all income on the day, plus your generous PAYF donations, will go to the Charity Fundraiser.
RACHEL MODEST

Recently Rachel gained recognition and popularity by reaching the semi-final of The Voice UK on ITV, earning a
standing ovation on the TV talent show. Experience the soulful Gospel and Motown vocals that will thrill and
delight audiences of all ages.

Judge Olly Murs said: “The biggest compliment I can give you is to say that is one of the best performances I have ever seen on this show.”
“You are the real deal. What a voice!” Sir Tom Jones

ROD CORDNER
Appeared with Pete Seeger, Incredible String Band, Luka Bloom, Steeleye Span, Johnny Cash ….
Rod Cordner can be best described as having a strong northern voice, and a performance reminiscent of Christy Moore! His solo music is a blend of the contemporary, with a touch of traditional Irish, Celtic and Americana styles with creative lyrical songwriting.
He has been on the road for over 5 decades and over the years has released a total of 20 recordings on vinyl and CD, working in more than 20 countries.

“master songwriter”
“oozes maturity and quality”

ROD CORDNER ON YOUTUBE:
Rodney Cordner (with Jean-Pierre Rudolph) “Celtic Tiger” at Ancienne Poste des Planches, Montreux, Switzerland.
Nov 2016: https://youtu.be/yenfphl2peM?si=y-Kez8caQqwthm6p

Rod Cordner live lockdown online solo gig July 2020: https://youtu.be/wHz6_Q7euJ8?si=I0H1fa7RP7-XsSCs

RACHEL MODEST ON YOUTUBE:
The Voice UK | Rachel Modest’s “Anytime You Need A Friend”: https://youtu.be/GOFREsZty9A?si=3kkarysUe8SfyNRb

Rachel Modest “You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman”: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1260060065653923

ALSO FEATURING AS A WARM UP ACT AT THE 18th JULY CONCERT:
the best of local up and coming folk roots singers

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Buy PAYF Tickets here: https://ticketlab.co.uk/promoter/AcousticNights
Each ticket booking is a charity donation via the following Pay As You Feel (PAYF) options:
1. £6
2. £8
3. £10

BUY on the door: if PAYF tickets are still available

THE CONCERT WILL BE A PART SEATED AND PART STANDING EVENT.
SEATS ALLOCATED ON FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.

It is recommended that you ARRIVE EARLY at the venue to allow time to order your drink and/or food and get the best seats.

TICKET Enquiries: 0113 262 5048

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Also available to buy on the day to help support the charity fundraiser will be:
Food
Coffee and Soft Drinks
Wine
Beer
Charity Extravaganza Nibbles

PLEASE BRING A FRIEND

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Profits from all income on the day, plus your generous PAYF donations, will go to the £1000 fundraiser target to
support the charities:
– Trussell Trust Foodbanks – info at: https://www.trussell.org.uk/…/what…/how-food-banks-work
– Christians Against Poverty – info at: https://capuk.org/about-us/our-impact

A Big Thank You for supporting the Charity Fundraiser!

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Free Car Parking available in the Meanwood Valley Urban Farm large car park.

Also available is Wheelchair access.

Please email Andrew at the venue on barnacousticnights@gmail.com if you need to discuss accessibility.

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VENUE ADDRESS: The Barn Coffee Shop, Meanwood Valley Urban Farm, Sugarwell Rd, Leeds LS7 2QG