*
banner

Butlins open the visitors door

Butlins announce cheap day visitor tickets to the 2009 Championships in just a few weeks time.

Butlins
 

4BR have been informed that the Butlins’ Management in conjunction with the contest organisers have decided to introduce day visitor tickets on Sunday, 18th January to enable youth band families and supporters to gain access to the Skyline Resort to support the competing bands.

Access

These day passes will allow access to the resort from 9.00am until 6.00pm, and will cost – adults £5.00 (£3.00 for children aged 14 and under), and may be purchased by calling Butlins Resort on 01754 762311

These day passes will allow access to the resort from 9.00am until 6.00pm, and will cost – adults £5.00 (£3.00 for children aged 14 and under), and may be purchased by calling Butlins Resort on 01754 762311Butlins

Reminder

Guests wishing to purchase day tickets are reminded that whilst these tickets allow access to all the resort facilities and attractions, they do not allow admission to the Championship Entertainment Contest in Centre Stage.

Regrettably, due to venue capacity, admission to the Championship Entertainment Contest will be restricted to resident guests only.

Book now!

All competitors and supporters are welcome to book onto the resort by calling 0845 070 4750 which is a dedicated booking centre at Skegness or by visiting www.butlins.com.

Prices for the three night break which includes bed linen, electricity, parking, resort facilities and entertainment start from just £48.00 based on 4 sharing a standard self-catering apartment.

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    


Sam Thackray

Nocturnal Dances on youthful show in heart of London

August 6 • The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain will showcase the trio of Young Composer Competition winners at the Royal College of Music this weekend.


Albert Hall

Albert Hall qualification reversed

August 6 • The top four bands at this year's Championship Section National Final will gain an automatic invitation to the 2026 contest.


mANGER

King leads conducting trio at Manger

August 5 • Prof David King, Magnus Brandseth and Tormod Flaten will mastermind the musical challenges of the Norwegian National Champion.


Angus

Talent showcase at NYBBGB Course

August 5 • Eight talented performers battled it out to be crowned Harry Mortimer Solo Award winner.


The Lindley Band - Parp and a Pint

Wednesday 6 August • 14a Holly Bank Road. Lindley. Huddersfield . West Yorkshire HD3 3 JE


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 8 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham GL51 7JY


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 15 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham, GL51 7JY GL52 7JY


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 22 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham, GL51 7JY GL51 7JY


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Elland Silver Band

August 5 • Are seeking a SOLO CORNET player and a 3rd CORNET player to complete our line up for our exciting autumn / winter season of concerts & contests. Rehearsals are Monday & Thursday evenings 8 -10pm at our bandroom in Elland HX5 9AZ.


wantage silver band

August 5 • Wantage Band (Championship Section) have a vacancy for a BASS PLAYER, Eb or Bb. The band are ideally looking for an experienced player but are committed to giving younger players opportunities. There are always openings to teach and conduct at WSB too.


Petworth Town Band

August 4 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for BASS TROMBONE, CORNET and TUBA. We are an active band with a full calendar of engagements. We would welcome new players to join us and our happy band of players.


Darren R. Hawken

PGdip, BMus(hons) PGCE, dipABRSM, LRSM
Conductor, Arranger, Teacher, Adjudicator, Band Trainer


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd