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St. Ronan's Silver Band
appearing at
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Beamish, Pelton, County Durham
Saturday 24th of August 201914:00 - 16:00
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Live Performance
Brass Band
We have entertained thousands of people in our 200 year history... let us entertain YOU...
St Ronan's Silver Band is Scotland's oldest band. It was founded in 1810, and is still going strong today.
The band always delivers a high service to the community, and supports many charities and organisations in the town of Innerleithen.
The band can often been seen around the Borders, playing at local festivals such as Peebles Beltane, West Linton Whipman Play, and the Galashiels Braw Lads Gathering.
The band has an official 35 registerd members, with an extra 23 children in the Training and Future Bands.
As well as playing around Scotland, the band also holds it's own concerts. The concerts are always full of great entertainment at a reasonable price.
The band compete yearly in The Scottish Championships, and are currently in the Second Section. The have also had the privilege of representing Scotland in the UK finals and playing at the 2010 Edinburgh Milarty Tatto.
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, stands as a pivotal cultural institution for the region, operating as a registered charity dedicated to preserving and interpreting the industrial and social history of North East England. It functions as a dynamic hub for events, drawing a broad audience and significantly contributing to regional identity and economic vitality.
Within its meticulously recreated historical settings, visitors are immersed in distinct eras, from the 1820s to the 1950s. The air often carries the faint, evocative scent of coal smoke from the pit village, while the warmth emanating from the Edwardian bakery offers a tangible connection to past daily life. The atmosphere is one of active engagement, where the past is not merely observed but experienced.
Spanning 350 acres of County Durham countryside, the museum offers extensive grounds for exploration. Accessibility is a considered aspect, with dedicated parking, accessible transport options, and modern Changing Places facilities, though some authentic historical pathways retain their original, uneven surfaces. Numerous refreshment points, including traditional pubs and tea rooms, are available across the site.
Throughout the year, Beamish hosts a diverse programme of events designed to deepen engagement with the region's heritage. These include seasonal celebrations, large-scale transport gatherings, agricultural showcases, and commemorations of significant historical milestones, all presented within its living history framework.
Brass Band
Beamish Museum,
Beamish,
Pelton,
County Durham,
England,
DH9 0RG.
Normal Admission Charges Apply
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