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Euph signing for Pemberton for Grand Shield challenge
April 08, 2026
Louis Leung takes the solo euphonium role at Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band as they look towards Grand Shield challenge in Birmingham.
Final chord reached for Watkins at Pemberton
December 03, 2025
The two year musical partnership between conductor Ryan Watkins and Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band has come to an end.
Pemberton Solo & Ensemble Contest returns
February 05, 2025
There is a welcome return for the popular contest with the hope that it will attract lots of entries.
Hollinshead celebrated at Pemberton
October 30, 2024
The contribution to the banding of the late Keith Holliinshead will be celebrated by the Pemberton Band organisation
Whitfield joins Watkins to spearhead Pemberton
August 06, 2024
Matt Whitfield has joined Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band as its new resident conductor to work alongside professional conductor Ryan Watkins
Pemberton's current and future stars shine on solo day
April 26, 2024
There was a full day of great music making displayed by the Pemberton Old Wigan Band organisation — helped along the way by Helen and Glyn Williams
Special recognition for Pemberton Youth
April 03, 2024
Pemberton Old Wigan Youth Band is presented with a 'Special Recognition Award' from The High Sheriff of Greater Manchester.
Pemberton launch Solo & Ensemble contest
March 22, 2024
There is a welcome addition to the contest calendar as Pemberton Old Wigan Band launches new solo and ensemble competition.
Newbery takes the top chair at Pemberton Old
March 06, 2024
Former National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain principal cornet takes the top spot at Pemberton Old Wigan Band
Pemberton turn to Watkins for Enigma challenge
January 11, 2024
Ryan Watkins will take Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band at the forthcoming North West Area Championships.
Dixon tenure ends at Pemberton
December 18, 2023
Ben Dixon's fine tenure of success has come to an end at the Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band organisation.
Death of Helen Smart
August 15, 2023
Pemberton Old Wigan Band has announced the death of the much loved mother, teacher, player and Olympic swimmer Helen Smart.
Derek Green funeral details confirmed
June 08, 2023
The funeral details for the popular Pemberton Old Wigan player and administrator Derek Green have been released.
Hammonds to open Pemberton Concert series
March 30, 2023
London finalists will lead the way in a new series of monthly concerts promoted by the Pemberton Old Wigan Band organisation.
Death of Brian Halliwell
July 25, 2022
The death has been announced of Brian Halliwell, an ardent and generous supporter of the brass band movement.
Pemberton and Webster to help revitalise Salvation Army link
October 21, 2021
A new musical initiative hopes to renew a musical link between the banding movement and the Salvation Army.
New signings at Pemberton
September 22, 2021
The north west top flight band has announced a raft of new signings ahead of a busy few months of activity.
Johnson makes welcome return to Pemberton
June 24, 2020
The highly respected Joanne Johnson returns to Pemberton Old as principal cornet.
Top end changes at Pemberton
January 10, 2020
Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band has welcomed a new principal cornet and soprano cornet to the ranks.
New for old at Pemberton
June 28, 2018
A wonderful new rehearsal facility has been opened by the well known brass band lover Dave Whelan for Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band.
Death of Barbara Littler
December 29, 2017
The death has been announced of the respected Pemberton Old Wigan player, Barbara Littler.
Pemberton seeks co-operation to achieve renovation goal
November 30, 2017
The Pemberton Old Wigan Band organisation is seeking help from Co-op members to help them redevelop their rehearsal headquarters.
Report & Results: 2017 National Championships of Great Britain: First Section
September 17, 2017
Pemberton Old Wigan DW is the new champion as Eric Ball emerges as the overall winner in a disappointing First Section tournament battle.
Report & Results: 2017 North West Regional Championships: First Section
February 26, 2017
Pemberton Old Wigan DW conquers 'The Land of the Long White Cloud ' as Rainford join them in Cheltenham after a chilly battle in Blackpool.
Death of Graham Furnell
December 22, 2016
The death has been announced of the highly respected Pemberton Old Wigan bandsman Graham Furnell.
