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SUMMARY:An Afternoon of Classical Favourites
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]This event has now sold out! \nJoin us for an ‘Afternoon of classical favourites’ at the Cross Keys Inn in Whitechapel. \nBelow is an estimate of timings for the afternoon:\n2:30PM – 3:00PM Arrive\, find your table and order your meal\n3:00PM – 4:00PM The band play their first set\, and a quiz by Mark Peacock\n4:00PM – 5:30PM The meal is served\n5:45 – 6:00PM A final short set is played by the band.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/an-afternoon-of-classical-favourites/
LOCATION:Cross Keys Inn\, Church Lane\, Whitechapel\, Preston\, PR3 2EP
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
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SUMMARY:Open Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our open rehearsal as we prepare for the North West Regional Championships 🎶 \n📅 Wednesday 25th February⏰ 8:00pm📍 Christ Church\, Longridge🎟 Free entry \nWe will be rehearsing Andrew Wainwright’s brilliant Variations on ‘Was Lebet’\, based on the German chorale of the same name\, commonly known in English as the hymn ‘O Worship the Lord in the Beauty of Holiness.’ \nEveryone is very welcome – we’d love to see you there! 🎺✨
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/open-rehearsal/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Christ Church\, Berry Lane\, Longridge\, PR3 3JA
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240224T124250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T130123Z
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SUMMARY:North West Regional Championships
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/north-west-regional-championships/
LOCATION:Winter Gardens\, 97 Church Street\, Blackpool\, FY1 1HL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240218T131452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T214915Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come and join the Youth Band for their end of term concert at St. Lawrence’s Church in Longridge. \nEntry to the concert is free and any donations will go directly to the Youth Band. \nExtra parking is available at St. Cecilia’s RC High School and refreshments are kindly provided by the Church at the interval.
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/youth-band-concert/
LOCATION:St. Lawrence’s Church\, 2 Lower Lane\, Longridge\, Preston\, PR3 3SL
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20251115T204709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T214802Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are now available for our Spring Concert!\n\n\n\nLongridge Civic Hall\nSaturday 21st March 2026\n7pm \n\n\n\nThis is a special concert where all of the music is chosen by our patrons!\n\n\n\nIf you would like to request a piece of music\, please email longridgeband@gmail.com as soon as possible. \n\n\n\nPatrons receive a FREE ticket for this concert – keep an eye out for it in our next newsletter\, which will be posted out shortly.\n\n\nFrom as little as £30 per year\, you can support the band by becoming a patron.\n\nFind out more here: https://longridgeband.org.uk/patrons/ \n  \n\n\n\nThe concert is open to everyone and we would love to see you there!
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/spring-concert-2/
LOCATION:Longridge Civic Hall\, 1 Calder Avenue\, Longridge\, Preston\, PR3 3HJ
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20260106T104200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T104200Z
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SUMMARY:Fleetwood Contest
DESCRIPTION:The band are looking forward to returning to the Fleetwood Contest. The competition has not ran for several years. Come and support us at the Marine Hall in Fleetwood on Sunday 26th April! \nMore details to follow.
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/fleetwood-contest/
CATEGORIES:Contests
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240218T234911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T113702Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Festival Competition
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The band are looking forward to playing in the Senior Trophy section at the Spring Festival competition held in Birmingham on Saturday 2nd May.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/spring-festival-competition/
CATEGORIES:Contests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T230000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240226T215008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T102044Z
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SUMMARY:Whit Friday March Contests
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The band will be taking part in the Whit Friday March competitions around the Saddleworth and Tameside areas on Friday 29th May 2026.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/whit-friday-band-contests/
CATEGORIES:Contests
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240220T230313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T205157Z
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SUMMARY:Goosnargh & Whittingham Festival
DESCRIPTION:The band are delighted to once again lead the procession at the Goosnargh & Whittingham Whitsuntide Festival. \nMore details to follow when known. \n 
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/goosnargh-whittingham-festival/
CATEGORIES:Marches
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240220T231304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T104331Z
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SUMMARY:Longridge Field Day
DESCRIPTION:The band are once again excited to be involved with the Longridge Field Day procession. \nBoth the Senior Band and Youth Band will be on the march. The Youth Band will perform a piece in several spots around the procession and also on the field.
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/longridge-field-day/
CATEGORIES:Marches
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240220T231904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T205324Z
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SUMMARY:St. Peter's Guild March
DESCRIPTION:St. Peter’s is well known for its annual club day\, which takes place on the nearest Saturday to the 29th June (the feast day of St. Peter and St. Paul). \nThe band are delighted to lead the members in the procession on their club day. It starts at the St. Peter’s club in Hurst Green and finishes at St. Peter’s Church in the stunning surroundings of Stonyhurst College. \n  \n 
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/st-peters-guild-march/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Catholic Club\, 1 Avenue Road\, Hurst Green\, Clitheroe\, BB7 9QB
CATEGORIES:Marches
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T213000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240224T124510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T102411Z
UID:1068-1783191600-1783200600@longridgeband.org.uk
SUMMARY:Proms Concert
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Our proms concert at the Longridge Civic Hall will also feature our fantastic Youth Band. \nSaturday 4th July starting at 7pm. \nMore details to follow. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/proms-concert/
LOCATION:Longridge Civic Hall\, 1 Calder Avenue\, Longridge\, Preston\, PR3 3HJ
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T101754Z
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SUMMARY:Goosnargh & Longridge Agricultural Show
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URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/goosnargh-longridge-agricultural-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261108T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240224T130304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T101609Z
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SUMMARY:Remembrance Sunday Parade
DESCRIPTION:The band are honoured to once again lead the Remembrance Sunday Parade. Full details TBC.
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/remembrance-sunday-parade/
LOCATION:Longridge Civic Hall\, 1 Calder Avenue\, Longridge\, Preston\, PR3 3HJ
CATEGORIES:Marches
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261212T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261212T213000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20240224T160020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T101431Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Our Christmas Concert with the Youth Band will be at the Longridge Civic Hall on Saturday 12th December 2026 starting at 7:00PM. \nMore details to follow. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/christmas-concert/
LOCATION:Longridge Civic Hall\, 1 Calder Avenue\, Longridge\, Preston\, PR3 3HJ
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261224T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T222101
CREATED:20250210T183016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T101120Z
UID:1650-1798138800-1798140600@longridgeband.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Carols
DESCRIPTION:On Christmas Eve we will be playing carols around the Christmas tree in Longridge. The tree is located by the Old Station Building on Berry Lane. \nWe will be playing from 7PM. Come and join us to sing carols for one last time before the big day!
URL:https://longridgeband.org.uk/event/christmas-eve-carols/
LOCATION:The Old Station\, Berry Lane\, Longridge\, Preston\, PR3 3JP
CATEGORIES:Christmas Carols
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