Following the recent appointment of their new Musical Director Lewis Bettles, Hade Edge Band has welcomed a quintet of new players to their ranks.

The band have been strengthened by the arrival of Simon Thewlis on baritone from Emley Brass. He is joined by euphonium player Harriet Batchelor from Rainford Band and Eb tuba player Richard Andrewes from Verwood Town Band.

In addition, the band has also welcomed James Ellingford and Henry Brown to the cornet section.