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Groarke-Booth tenure at Rainford reaches end
May 21, 2025
After six impressive years the musical partnership between Rainford Band and Sarah Groarke-Booth has come to an end.
Rainford honour Hodges and Upton
December 19, 2023
Over 130 years of joint service to the banding movement by Frank Hodges and Phil Upton has been recognised by Rainford Band.
Houlding the reins at Rainford
May 05, 2022
Chris Houlding will lead Rainford's 'Dynasty' challenge at the Grand Shield on the weekend.
Rainford looks to build for the future with new sponsorship link
January 13, 2022
The Rainford Band has announced a new sponsorship partnership with local builders' merchant, Beesley & Fildes.
Morvern calls time on decade of excellence at Rainford
December 05, 2021
Morvern Sinclair has decided to step down as principal cornet of Rainford Band after 10 years of acclaimed excellence.
Rainford forced to withdraw from Scottish Open
November 24, 2021
The North West contender has been forced to withdraw from the event in Perth due to Covid-19 issues.
Rainford add to the ranks
October 17, 2021
New signings bolster the ranks of Rainford Band as they look ahead to the Scottish Open in Perth next month.
New lead at Rainford
September 19, 2019
Sarah Groarke-Booth is set to become the new Musical Director of Rainford Band
Brindle set to depart Rainford
May 01, 2019
The highly successful musical partnership between Gareth Brindle and the Rainford Band will end after their appearance at this year's Grand Shield contest in Blackpool.
Rainford looking for entrants
July 26, 2016
Now's your chance to get your entries in for the popular Rainford Slow Melody contest.
Report & Results: 2016 Senior Cup
May 14, 2016
Rainford take the Battle honours to claim a second successive Spring Festival victory, as Thoresby, Llwydcoed and NASUWT Riverside join them in the Grand Shield in 2017.
Duffy recording prize on offer
May 19, 2015
If you fancy winning a £2,000 recording prize then all you have to do is support a bit of St Helens Pride.
Report & Result: 2015 Senior Trophy
May 09, 2015
Rainford triumph on Tallis Variations as Llwydcoed, VBS Poynton and Newtongrange join them in the Senior Cup in 2016.
Rainford March & Hymn Tune contest called off
April 22, 2015
A lack of banding interest leads to the cancellation of the Rainford March & Hymn Tune contest.
Rainford closing date looms
April 14, 2015
If you want to get your entry in for the Rainford March & Hymn Tune contest then you had better be quick...
Rainford launch March & Hymn contest
February 28, 2015
The Rainford Band launches a brand new march & hymn tune contest as a great dry run for Whit Friday...
Report & Results: 2015 Rainford Slow Melody Contest
February 26, 2015
A record turn out showcases top class playing at Rainford
Generous prize money up for Rainford grabs
February 11, 2015
There is march & hymn tune money up for grabs at the first ever Rainford event in May.
Rainford look for melody makers
January 23, 2015
If you are a budding slow melody making champion then make sure you sign up for the Rainford Slow Melody Contest in February.
Rainford looking for new entrants
December 03, 2014
The Rainford Band is looking for yet more budding performers to build on their slow melody success.
Rainford welcome new signings
September 24, 2014
The Rainford Band has welcomed a new batch of signings to add strength to the ranks.
Report & Results: 2014 Rainford Slow Melody
February 17, 2014
There was a great turn out of playing talent on show for David Thornton to judge at the inaugural Rainford Slow Melody Contest.
Rainford Slow Melody gains entries
January 14, 2014
There has been an encouraging take up of entries for the first Rainford Slow Melody contest in February.
Rainford Slow Melody set for February
December 12, 2013
The inaugural Rainford Slow Melody Contest is set to take place this coming February — so get you entries in!
Brindle takes baton at Rainford
January 13, 2013
Former Black Dyke baritone star takes over the conducting role at Rainford.
