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Mayoral welcome for 2015 Action Medical Research launch

The gold bling and Paddington Bear have been out in force to welcome the launch of the 2015 Action Medical Research Youth Entertainment Championships of Great Britain.

Paddington Bear
 

The Mayor of Blackpool has welcomed Paddington Bear and representatives of Action Medical Research to the famous Winter Gardens, as the charity announced the launch of its 2015 Youth Entertainment Championships of Great Britain.

Popular contest

The ever popular contest will take place at the Winter Gardens Opera House on Sunday 8th February, and will once again showcase some of the most inventive, colourful and brilliant brass band entertainment provided by youth bands the length and breadth of the UK.

Discounted admission

Visitors to the event will also benefit from discounted admission to the famous Blackpool attractions such as the Tower, Sandcastle Water Park, and Illuminasia, allowing them to enjoy the complete Blackpool experience to compliment the fantastic brass band entertainment on offer.

The ever popular contest will take place at the Winter Gardens Opera House on Sunday 8th February4BR

Tickets

Tickets are available to purchase from the Winter Gardens Box Office and Tourist Information Office.

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