*
banner

News

Brass Bands England takes BandSafe training on the road

If your band is concerned about Child Performance Licensing issues then BBE is offering training to ensure all aspects are covered.

Bandsfafe
  BandSafe training is being taken on the road

Tuesday, 18 June 2019

        

Brass Bands England will be taking its BandSafe Training programme on an extensive tour around England over the next couple of months.

It follows the recent announcement that the organisation has been granted a Body of Persons Approval (BOPA) from the Department of Education to help them offer bands and organisations safe guarding coverage of the vitally important legislation.

Member and non members

Member and non-member bands as well as organisations and contest organisers are being encouraged to attend the events which will cover all aspects of the legislation and its effects in relation to Child Performance Licensing issues.

The three-hour course is designed for all safeguarding officers and covers the legal basis of safeguarding through to the practical steps required to ensure a safe environment for everyone. The course has been developed with the NSPCC and tailored specifically to the needs of brass bands.

Access training

BBE Partnership and Development Manager, Alex Parker, commented: "To make sure all bands are able to access this training, the team at BBE is to take the BandSafe Training around the country in July and August.

Bands wishing to make use of the BBE BOPA must send two members on a BandSafe Training session at least every two years.

To ensure the quality of the training, courses are strictly limited in numbers, so please don't delay in booking."

Book a place

To book a place please visit www.bbe.org.uk./events and select the venue you wish to attend.

Places are £60.00 per person for members of BBE (£100 for non-members).

Membership of BBE for adult bands starts at £100.00 with discounts available for signing up by Direct Debit.

Training dates and venue

BandSafe Training will take place as follows:

7th July (18.00 — 21.00) Evesham (Worcestershire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=19&reset=1

8th July (10.30 — 13.30) Torrington (Devon)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=20&reset=1

8th July (18.00 — 21.00) Exeter (Devon)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=21&reset=1

9th July (10.30 — 13.30) Bath (Somerset)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=22&reset=1

9th July (18.00 — 21.00) Woodfalls (Wiltshire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=23&reset=1

10th July (13.30 — 16.30) Friends Meeting House (Euston, London)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=24&reset=1

10th July (17.30 — 20.30) Friends Meeting House (Euston, London)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=25&reset=1

11th July (10.30 — 13.30) Tendring (Essex)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=26&reset=1

11th July (19.15 — 22.15) Norwich (Norfolk)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=27&reset=1

16th July (10.30 — 13.30) Northumberland — venue tbc
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=28&reset=1

16th July (18.00 — 21.00) Spennymoor (Durham)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=29&reset=1

17th July (10.30 — 13.30) Morecambe (Lancashire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=30&reset=1

17th July (18.00 — 21.00) Haydock (Merseyside)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=31&reset=1

22nd July (18.00 — 21.00) Middleton (Greater Manchester)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=32&reset=1

23rd July (10.30 — 13.30) West Yorkshire — venue tbc
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=33&reset=1

23rd July (18.00 — 21.00) York (North Yorkshire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=34&reset=1

24th July (10.30 — 13.30) Cleethorpes (Lincolnshire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=35&reset=1

24th July (18.00 — 21.00) Kirton (Lincolnshire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=37&reset=1

25th July (10.30 — 13.30) Oughtibridge (South Yorkshire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=38&reset=1

12th Aug (10.30 — 13.30) Lydbrook (Gloucestershire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=39&reset=1

12th Aug (18.00 — 21.00) Brackley (Oxfordshire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=40&reset=1

13th Aug (9.30 — 12.30) Hathern (Leicestershire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=41&reset=1

13th Aug (15.00 — 18.00) Sandbach (Cheshire)
https://www.bbe.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=42&reset=1

        

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    

Latest News »

bic

Make sure you book your best BIC seat in the house

November 11 • Your really don't want to miss out on the entertainment at Brass in Concert this year — even if you can't make it to Gateshead.

Peter Moore

Moore on Radio 3

November 11 • The acclaimed soloist can be heard performing Dani Howard's 'Trombone Concerto' on Radio 3 next week.

Youth Championships

Limited places remain for Youth Champs 2026

November 11 • There are not many places left to be filled for the 2026 National Youth Championships — so you had better be quick if you want to be a part of a great day of music making.

Perth Concert Hall

Big turn out for Scottish battles in Perth

November 11 • There will be domestic as well as cross border rivalry on show in Perth later this month for the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge, Besson Scottish Open and Creative Scotland Scottish Youth Championships.

What's on »

Regent Hall Concerts - Five By 5 Trumpet Ensemble

Friday 14 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ

Contest: 48th Brass in Concert

Saturday 15 November • The Gladhous International Centre for Music, St Mary's Square, Gateshead NE8 2JR

Delph Band - Delph Youth Band

Sunday 16 November • Denshaw Village Hall, . Ripponden Rd, . Denshaw, . Oldham OL3 5SY

Regent Hall Concerts - Trombonanza with Brett Baker and Friends

Saturday 22 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ

Dobcross Silver Band - Dobross Youth Band and Dobcross Brass Monkeys

Saturday 22 November • Civic Hall . Lee Street . Uppermill . Saddleworth OL3 6AE

Vacancies »

Kidlington Concert Brass Band

November 12 • We are seeking interest from accomplished percussionists to join us as we return to the Championship Section for 2026 and bolster our section. We are open to discussing levels of attendance and access to an extensive set of percussion for the right person

Kidlington Concert Brass Band

November 12 • We are seeking interest from players of Bb/Eb Bass, Euphonium or Tenor Trombone. With existing members offering to be flexible with a move to other positions we are be open to interest in various positions to allow us to fill the last couple of positions.

Summerbridge & Dacre Silver Band

November 11 • Urgent:- Confident Solo Horn required to lead our horn section for our Christmas Concert and beyond. In the new year will be doing a joint concert with Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band, and other concerts throughout the year.

Pro Cards »

Stuart Black

BA (Hons) Music
Conductor, Teacher, Flugel soloist

               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd

Back to top