Newton Aycliffe Pipe Band
appearing at
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Beamish, Pelton, County Durham
Saturday 16th of November 201913:00 - 13:30
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Live Performance
Pipes and Drums
The town of Newton Aycliffe has been listening to the sound of Pipes & Drums since 1961, when Pipe Major William Brown foundered the band.
By the 1970’s the band were at the very top in competition level, beating everyone who came to challenge them, and in 1974 the band were awarded Champion of Champions at Grade 4, and became World Champions that same year.
Since those early days, the band has been up and down due to the decline in new members, and in 1995 the band became so weak it was decided to merge with another band to try and hold on to its heritage. Sadly this merge did not work and in 1997 the Newton Aycliffe Pipe Band was reborn. With the recruitment of new members and the then successful appointment of a new Pipe Major - Cameron Dulston, the band started rising back to the levels of competing and have regained its good name with regular customers booking the band for public and private engagements.
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.
Newton Aycliffe Pipe Band will be marching from the Waggonway to the Fairground
Beamish Museum,
Beamish,
Pelton,
County Durham,
England,
DH9 0RG.
Normal Admission Charges Apply
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