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Entry date line for Torquay contest

If you haven't got your entry in by now, then time is running out for the 65th SWBBA Contest at Torquay.

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Wednesday, 24 August 2011

        

4BR has been informed that time is running out for member and non-member bands intending to enter the 65th South West Brass Band Association Championships to be held on Saturday 5th November at the Riviera International Conference Centre, Torquay.

No late entries

Secretary Brian Elliott told 4BR: "Bands are reminded that entries must be received by no later than 10th September and that late entries will not be accepted."

Bands are reminded that entries must be received by no later than 10th September and that late entries will not be acceptedBrian Elliott

Further details

Full contest details are available from Brian on 01752 892056 or brian@swbba.fsnet.co.uk and by the Association's website www.southwestbrassbandassociation.co.uk

        

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