Three stages were set up at Nightingale Wines with some 35 acts performing throughout the two-day event.

Unfortunately, the crowds did not reach the numbers organisers Eden Anthony and Maureen O’Brien had hoped for.

“We didn’t get anywhere near the numbers we needed but thanks to the generosity of some of the artists, we managed to contain the (financial) damage,” Ms O’Brien said.

The pair gave more than 2000 hours of volunteer time to put the event together, a passion for music the inspiration behind Folk in Broke.

“This was a fantastic opportunity for the people in the Hunter to get a taste of music they don’t get to hear unless they travel out of the Hunter,” Ms O’Brien said.

“Unlike the super concerts where you are just another bum on the grass, Folk in Broke is a boutique festival where the audience can be up close with the artists, to learn some tips and hints from musicians who are willing to share and express their music with others,” she said.

“The festival has the reputation of bringing exceptional musicians together and once people attend a festival like this and hear the music and speak to the musicians, they can’t get enough.”