News / Blidworth Welfare Band
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Blidworth to help celebrate proud mining heritage
October 09, 2025
The sound of a brass band will return to the site of the former Clipstone Colliery as Blidworth Welfare Band helps celebrate a proud mining heritage.
Gifford takes the helm at Blidworth
January 12, 2022
Alan Gifford is to become the new Musical Director at Blidworth Welfare Band.
New signings at Blidworth
February 02, 2020
Blidworth add to their ranks as they look towards Midlands Area challenge.
Gresswell takes the helm at Blidworth Welfare
December 10, 2019
The experienced Simon Gresswell has become the new MD at Blidworth Welfare Band.
Oates ends Blidworth partnership
October 30, 2019
The two year musical partnership between conductor Simon Oates and Blidworth Welfare Band comes to an amicable end.
Blidworth make southern hemisphere musical link
August 15, 2019
Fendall Hill has become the new Associate Composer of Blidworth Welfare Band
Blidworth delight at Cooper signing
May 15, 2019
The Blidworth Welfare Band is delighted to welcome Lynden Cooper as their new solo euphonium.
Corey keeps on gaining plaudits and awards
April 03, 2019
A talented young cornet player from Blidworth Welfare Band is rapidly becoming a performers to listen out for...
Blidworth welcomes new cornet signing
November 28, 2018
13 year old rising cornet star Corey Kohut has become the latest signing at Blidworth Welfare Band
Blidworth mark anniversaries
July 17, 2018
Blidworth helps commemorate anniversaries of different kinds — but with equal poignancy.
Eastern promise with new top man at Blidworth
April 14, 2018
John McMurran becomes the new principal cornet at Blidworth Welfare after enjoying a career move back from the Far East.
Military reinforcements for Blidworth
February 14, 2018
Two new recruits will add strength to the cornet section ranks of Blidworth Welfare Band ahead of their top flight challenge in Bedworth.
Blidworth signings boost Area confidence
January 31, 2018
A trio of new players bring a boost of confidence to Blidworth Welfare's First Section Area chances.
New web presence for Blidworth
January 12, 2018
2018 has seen the launch of a brand new website for Blidworth Welfare Band
Oates gets to captain Blidworth
November 08, 2017
The experienced Simon Oates is to become the new Musical Director at Blidworth Welfare Band.
Heartfield stops beating at Blidworth
July 25, 2017
After eight years at the helm, Martin Heartfield has steeped down from his role as MD at Blidworth Welfare Band.
Blidworth add to the top line for Championship return
December 06, 2016
Blidworth Welfare Band has signed soprano player John Randle as they prepare for Championship Section action in 2017.
Blidworth take aim at Cheltenham with new signings
July 20, 2016
Blidworth Welfare Band has strengthened its ranks ahead of the National Finals in Cheltenham.
Blidworth welcomes Dyke troms and new principal
June 10, 2016
A community trombone day led by Black Dyke stars proves to be a huge success as Blidworth Band also adds a new principal cornet to their ranks.
Black Dyke trom quartet to lead tuition day
May 10, 2016
Brett Baker and the Black Dyke Trombone Quartet will be leading a community day of masterclasses and workshops in Mansfield.
Blidworth to showcase Essay prep ahead of Area
March 09, 2016
Blidworth Welfare Band will be holding an open rehearsal on 'Essay' ahead of their Bedworth First Section challenge.
Rising star rides Helter Skelter to success
October 09, 2015
14 year old Morgan Gallimore certainly made a worldwide impression last weekend after winning the top section 'Best Soloist' award at the Bolsover Festival of Brass.
Blidworth set for Tallis preview
May 06, 2015
Blidworth Welfare Band will be previewing their Tallis work ahead of their Spring Festival debuts this weekend.
Blidworth achievements gain award nomination
March 13, 2015
Blidworth Welfare Band has been nominated for a prestigious regional award following two years of success.
Blidworth ready to show Championship mettle
February 26, 2015
Blidworth Welfare Band is getting ready for their top section Area debut with new signings and an open rehearsal.
