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Thoresby look to get back on the road
July 31, 2024
Thoresby Colliery Band is looking to replace their band van after it was stolen.
Pallister to lead Thoresby
July 26, 2024
Luke Pallister returns to Thoresby Colliery Band to take conducting lead
Hobbins heads for new home at Thoresby
December 02, 2023
The experienced Alan Hobbins has been appointed as Musical Director of Thoresby Colliery Band .
Thoresby partnership comes to an end
October 10, 2023
The musical partnership between conductor Michael Howley and Thoresby Colliery comes to an end after four years.
Thoresby in fine trim for National title battle
September 13, 2023
Thoresby Colliery Band is heading to Cheltenham this weekend looking to repeat a title winning triumph from their proud past.
New bold direction at Old Silkstone
March 06, 2020
The perfect young conductor with the perfect name to lead the future musical prosperity of Old Silkstone.
McElligott era comes to an end at Thoresby
October 17, 2019
The four year musical partnership between Thoresby Band and Ian McElligott comes to an end as the band announce new lead with Michael Howley.
Fisher ends MD role at Thoresby
May 17, 2019
The musical partnership between Thoresby Colliery and Sam Fisher has come to an end.
Thoresby catch Fisher as new resident
February 27, 2019
Thoresby Colliery Band has announced the appointment of Sam Fisher as their new resident conductor as they seek long awaited Area title.
Thoresby duo enjoy Gallery Love Story of their own
October 19, 2017
There was one result that nobody could better at the Royal Albert Hall on the weekend — as Howard Snell's 'Love Story' came to life...
Thoresby welcome new VP roles
June 24, 2017
Two great supporters of Thoresby Colliery Band have taken on new roles to carry on helping the Midlands band.
Georgian principals take effect at Thoresby
November 12, 2016
The talented young cornet player George Newbould has been appointed principal cornet of Thoresby Colliery Band.
Thoresby let their Wolf loose in Nottingham
September 29, 2016
Thoresby Colliery Band will preview their Journey of the Lone Wolf preparation ahead of their Albert Hall challenge.
Raising a pint in celebration for Thoresby
July 22, 2016
If only all brass bands could come up with a brilliant fund raising idea like this...
Baker to lead Doctor's orders with Thoresby
August 27, 2015
Thoresby Colliery will be led by Leigh Baker at the forthcoming Dr Martin Wainstone's Cup contest.
Thoresby aim to reach new heights
June 26, 2015
The Thoresby Band will be looking to stay at the summit of top class banding thanks to the hiking determination of their players.
Could a unique brass band species now be extinct?
June 18, 2015
The last deep pit brass band miner in the UK could be about to become extinct...
Thoresby benefit from Freemason handshake
June 17, 2015
Thoresby Colliery Band has been given a generous helping hand from the Freemasons of Bassetlaw in recognition of their fine community work.
More Grant aid at Thoresby
September 10, 2014
After a successful three years together Brian Grant takes direct oversight on musical matters at Thoresby Colliery Band.
Thoresby announce Stevenson composer residency
August 16, 2014
Andrew Stevenson and Thoresby Colliery Band have announced a new musical partnership with work already starting on their 2015 Butlins programme.
Thoresby changes ahead of second half assault
July 15, 2014
Thoresby Colliery Band has made changes to its personnel ahead of the second half of a busy 2014 contesting season.
Renshaw not set for Thoresby
June 24, 2014
Due to a change in personal circumstances, the experienced Derek Renshaw will not be joining Thoresby Colliery.
Thoresby Colliery set for final Whit Friday return
June 12, 2014
This year could well be the last time a brass band from a working colliery plays at the Whit Friday contests.
Renshaw makes pit stop at Thoresby
June 09, 2014
The experienced Derek Renshaw has become the new MD at Thoresby Colliery Band.
Thoresby opt for Open University study on St Magnus
February 26, 2014
Midland challengers Thoresby Colliery will showcase their St Magnus preparations at the University of Nottingham.
