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Pogson Bray Entertainment open for entries

The Pogson Bray Entertainment Contest is now looking for bands to take part in their event.

Beries
  Berties Banqueting Hall in Elland will be the venue for the contest.

Friday, 10 May 2019

        

Entries are now being sought for the popular Pogson Bray Trust Entertainment contest which takes place on Sunday 13th October at Berties Banqueting Hall in Elland,

The contest is open to Second, Third and Fourth Section bands along with Youth and Unregistered bands.

Entry forms

Bands in the Yorkshire region should shortly receive details of the contest along with entry forms/contest details.

Any band who does not receive these or other bands who may wish to enter should contact contest controller Andrew Hudson ( andrewofkirklees@aol.com or by phone 01484 606823).

Closing date for entries is 1st September.

        

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