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Countdown to Cheltenham...

Its the eve of the 2019 National Finals in Cheltenham with bands from all over the country making their way to the world famous racecourse venue.

Cheltenham
  There is sure to be a warm welcome for the bands at Cheltenham this weekend

Last minute National preparations will be put in place this evening at venues around the famous Cheltenham Racecourse as bands from every corner of England, Wales and Scotland look forward to their appearances at the National Finals.

Saturday sees the competitors in the Fourth and First Sections take to the stage at The Centaur auditorium, followed on Sunday by the contenders in the Third and Second Sections.

4BR will also be making the trip to cover every performance, give our opinions and viewpoints take images and publish the full results when we get.

Good luck to everyone — hope to see you there!

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