After a couple of weeks off, the band is back into rehearsals and continuing to work hard throughout August as we prepare for the National Brass Band Finals in York. A huge thank you to everyone who has stepped in to fill the gaps caused by holidays. Your commitment and support are very much appreciated and help us keep our preparations on track. We’ve also launched a Crowdfunder to help with the costs of taking the band to York. The trip involves significant expenses, includ

The band was honoured to take part in the Blackburn with Darwen Civic Parade in Blackburn this weekend, celebrating the appointment of the new Mayor. It was a privilege to perform as part of this special community occasion, including playing in the wonderful Blackburn Cathedral. We would like to thank everyone who came along to support the event and made it such a memorable day.

1ST SECTION CHAMPIONS Our last engagement of the year before a summer break was Red Admiral Contests March and Hymn Tune Contest in the beautiful village of Croston Our performances of Be Still and Know and Ravenswood found favour with the adjudicators and the band were awarded the Best 1st Section Band and placed 4th overall. We would like to extend our thanks and congratulations to all of the volunteers from Red Admiral for running such a wonderful contest today. Well don