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Spennymoor Town Band
appearing at
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Beamish, Pelton, County Durham
Sunday 24th of June 201814:00 - 16:00
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Live Performance
Brass Band
Spennymoor Town Band are a friendly and inclusive fourth section brass band situated in Spennymoor, County Durham, North East England.
Anybody and everybody, young and old, are welcome to join the band, and free tuition is offered for those wanting to learn how to read music and play a brass instrument.
We don't charge subscriptions, and we have an assortment of instruments which we offer on loan to members.
The band is based in Spennymoor Town Hall, and the twice-weekly rehearsals are open to anyone who fancies a blow.
The history of the Town Band can be traced to the early part of the 19th century qualifying the band as one of the oldest in the country. It was formed under the title The Whitworth Band. When the town of Spennymoor was created much later, Whitworth became part of Spennymoor. During the Boer War the band became a volunteer band adopting the military dress of the period, the band remained civilians however, not taking part in the action.
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.
Admission Fee: Museum Admission Charge Applicable
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