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Extra time for Newtown contest

Bands wishing to enter the Newtown March & Hymn Tune Contest have a little more time to get their entries in...

Newtown
 

4BR has been informed that bands who intend to enter the Newtown March and Hymn Tune Contest on 10th June are reminded that entries are due to close this Saturday 21st April .

Deadline

A spokesperson told 4BR: "Due to the Easter Holidays this deadline has been extended until Saturday 28th April. This is a reminder to Second, Third and Fourth Section Bands, Youth and Non Registered Bands. There is good prize money and trophies on offer."

Contact:

Enquiries to Helen Bennett: helenben@supanet.com or phone 01686 668 446.

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