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Northern Open still open for entries

If you want to compete at the popular Northern Open, then make sure you get your entries in.

Theatre Royal
 

The 33rd Northern Open Championships will take place at the Theatre Royal in St. Helens on 17th November.

Closing date

The closing date is set for Saturday 19th October, so bands that are intending to take part are reminded to get their entries in as soon as possible.

Due to the popularity of the event, places are limited.

Entry forms can be sent by email but will only be secured on receipt of the entry fee.

The closing date is set for Saturday 19th October, so bands that are intending to take part are reminded to get their entries in as soon as possibleorganisers

Further details

Further details and entry forms of the four section contest can be obtained from:

lancashirecontests.com following the link to the Northern Open.

Further information is available from:
Frank Hodges
39 Broxton Avenue
Orrell
Wigan
WN5 8NP
Telephone: 01942 703217
Mobile: 07930 562 768
Email: frankhodges@btinternet.com

Or:

Phil Upton
18 Crantock Grove
Windle
St. Helens
WA106EJ
Telephone: 01744 29064
Mobile: 07833952881
Email: p.upton652@btinternet.com

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