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Still a few places left at Butlins

If you fancy a chance of some big prize money at Butlins then there is still time to get your entry in.

Butlins
 

Despite the official closing date for entries for the 2011 Butlins Mineworkers Championship having passed, 4BR has been informed that contest organiser Brian Eggleshaw can still fit in a few bands into some of the sections.

Fit you in

Brian told 4BR: "After the Harrogate finals a number of bands have asked whether it is too late to enter the contest. We will always try and help out, so if there are any bands interested in taking part in the Second, Third and Fourth Sections, we can still fit you in."

We will always try and help out, so if there are any bands interested in taking part in the Second, Third and Fourth Sections, we can still fit you inBrian Eggleshaw

Excellent response

Brian also confirmed that the response to the 2011 event has been excellent and that the Butlins Mineworkers Festival continues to grow. "The responses from bands has been amazing. We are managing to cope with the demand, but it shows just how important the Butlins contest has become."

Further information:

Any bands interested please contact:

Contest Administrator: Brian Eggleshaw
59, Cardale Road
Mansfield
Notts
NG19 7RW

Tel: 01623 478454
Mob: 07976521080
e-mail: bj-egg@ntlworld.com

Butlins information:

To find out more and to book the three night break simply call 0845 070 4750 + or visit www.butlins.com

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