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Golding to take final bow at Blackpool

Mike Golding will take Pemberton Old Wigan DW B Band for the last time at the North West Regional Championships.

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  Pemberton Old Wigan DW B Band has enjoyed a great deal of success under Mike Golding

After three and half years at the helm, this weekend's North West Regional Championship will see the final contest performance of Pemberton Old Wigan DW B Band led by conductor, Mike Golding.

Mike will be stepping down from the role due to personal reasons, and leaves after helping the band's long term development of young playing talent.

Consistent success

A spokesperson told 4BR: "Throughout his time Mike has continued to nurture young talent and recruit new players. His wealth of knowledge and experience has led to consistent success, establishing us well within the Second Section.

We are very sad to see Mike go, but as family and work commitments become increasingly demanding he has made the decision that the North West Area will be his last contest."

We are very sad to see Mike go, but as family and work commitments become increasingly demanding he has made the decision that the North West Area will be his last contestBand spokesperson

Best wishes

They added: "Everyone at Pemberton would like to thank Mike for all the hard work and dedication he has given and wish him all the very best for the future."

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