Besses o' th' Barn

Besses Band Room is desperately in need of a new roof, it's an expensive project, but we're doing concerts now, so there's some revenue, but if you want to donate too then please go to our website and donate there with the 'easy fundraising" link

It’s a busy one for us this weekend, with two chances for you to catch us in action! On Saturday we’re in concert at 7pm at St Thomas Church, Ashton-in-Makerfield and on Sunday afternoon we’re in Padiham Memorial Park, Burnley at 2pm for the Padiham on Parade celebrations.

Just over a week to go until our summer concert in Ashton-in-Makerfield, we’d love to see you there! Tickets available on the door or reserve in advance by emailing ashton.in[email protected] or calling 01942 711387 #brassband #music #entertainment

The band thoroughly enjoyed Whit Friday 2019, we played at 8 venues, and won Highest placed second section band at both Dukinfield Albion Hotel and Denton! #whitfriday2019 #whitbrass19 ☺️🎺🎶🌦

Don’t miss our concert at the beautiful St Thomas Church, Ashton-in-Makerfield on Sat 29th June. Tickets will be available on the door or reserve in advance by emailing ashton.in[email protected] or calling 01942 711387 #brassband #concert #music

If you missed us yesterday don’t worry, you can catch us at Prestwich Clough Day this Sunday, 19th May. We’re playing outside the Church Inn at 1pm and 2.35pm.

Come and join us this Sunday from 2pm at Clarence Park, Walmersley Road, Bury burytimes.co.uk/news/1762538…

We have a vacancy for a cornet player, with the principal position available for a suitable candidate. We’re also looking for a BBb Bass to complete our bass section. To apply in confidence please ring our MD Trevor Halliwell on 07809 671780 or email [email protected]

Last run through done, all ready for Blackpool in the morning! #regs2019

We are pleased to announce four new signings in the run up to the 2019 Area Contest. We welcome Lisa Thompson on flugel, Pam and David Black on trombone and cornet respectively and Claire Loveday, also on cornet. We now have just one vacancy for BBb Bass remaining.

Join us this evening for a festive concert at Besses United Reformed Church, 7-9.30pm #carols #christmas #music #brassband #concert

Come and celebrate Christmas with Besses! We’d love to see you all at one of our Christmas Concerts, or if you see us carolling come and request your favourite! Our Christmas CD will also be available to buy at concerts,so you can take a bit of the festive spirit home with you!

We’re still searching for that elusive B-Flat Bass, and we also have vacancies for a couple of experienced cornets. Rehearsals Tues & Thurs 8-10pm in Whitefield, Greater Manchester. To apply in confidence ring our MD Trevor Halliwell on 07809 671780 or email [email protected]

Don’t miss our 200th Anniversary Reunion Concert this Saturday evening at Bury Parish Church. There are still some tickets available from Bury Parish Church or you can reserve by calling 0161 290 4721 #brassband #concert #buryparishchurch #200years #anniversary #besses2018

We’re off to Rochdale Contest today! Good luck to all bands taking part.

Celebrations for our 200th Anniversary start this Friday, 19th October! Join us at Shaw Playhouse 2, for a fantastic evening of music as we celebrate 200 years of Besses o’ th’ Barn Band. Tickets available from Shaw Playhouse 2 Box Office 01706 840400

As the band celebrates it’s 200th year anniversary this year we hope you’ll all join us to celebrate at 7pm on Saturday 27th October at Bury Parish Church. Tickets are available from the church, band members or can be reserved by calling 0161 290 4721