In October, Cleveland based band Langbaurgh Brass went back to its roots and changed its name back to North Skelton Band.

First place

On the weekend they competed at the Durham Brass Band Association contest under their new name and gained first place in Section B and also prizes for best percussion and best solo cornet.

In October we welcomed back our former musical director Tim Oldroyd and it is thanks to his hard work we have done so wellNorth Skelton Band

Great achievement

"This was a great achievment for the band, who have not been able to contest for nearly three years due to lack of players" commented contest secretary Josie Coupland.

She added: "In October we welcomed back our former musical director Tim Oldroyd and it is thanks to his hard work we have done so well."