About
See the world’s most famous colliery band and the stars of Brassed Off, the Grimethorpe Colliery Band live at Wakefield Cathedral.
Formed in 1917, during the First World War, Grimethorpe Colliery Band is a British institution. National and British Open Champions on numerous occasions, the band’s contest successes remain legendary. These include 16 Brass In Concert Championship titles, 11 times Yorkshire Regional Champions, two English National Championship victories, four times British Open Champions and four times National Champion Brass Band of Great Britain.
In addition to continuing to delight audiences across the globe, Grimethorpe also continues to invest in and support its local community in Grimethorpe, Barnsley and South Yorkshire, particularly through its youth music initiatives and community performances, both locally and on a national scale.
“A thoroughly entertaining show and a must for all music enthusiasts” – The Guardian
Venue opening hours
Monday : 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday : 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday : 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday : 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday : 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday : 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Access facilities
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Step Free Access
- Wheelchair Accessible
Venue Details
Find us at
Northgate, Wakefield, WF1 1HG
Phone
01924373923
admin@wakefield-cathedral.org.uk