# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Bluetones | Old Fire Station, Bournemouth - Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: The Bluetones (slight) return to mark the 30th Anniversary of their classic debut album ‘Expecting To Fly’. The band will be heading out across the UK in October and November 2026 to cut some rug whilst playing the record in full. You can also expect to hear a number of other hits from their extensive back catalogue which contains no fewer than 3 Top 10 Albums and 13 Top 40 Singles. 
 
The platinum selling debut album charted at Number 1 in the UK Charts, displacing Oasis’ ‘What’s The Story (Morning Glory)’ for a week. ‘Slight Return’, the album’s most successful single also reached Number 2 on the official charts. 
 
A bit of a rarity these days in that all 4 original members are still very much together, Mark Morriss (vocals), Adam Devlin (guitar), Eds Chesters (drums) and Scott Morriss (bass) are sure to keep the home fires burning. This tour offers long-time followers a chance to relive the youthful energy and heartfelt songwriting that made ‘Expecting to Fly’ such a beloved album and a chance for such a legendary UK band to be celebrated by their dedicated fanbase.

Throughout the 30 years as a band, The Bluetones have repeatedly established themselves as one of the UK’s most consistently entertaining live acts.

Guest Support: Barbara Charming chamber pop from Brighton inspired by 1970s greats - the Kinks, ABBA, ELO - Barbara make classic, irresistible pop music with a literary approach. 

Tickets are £27.50 advance, on sale 10am, Friday 30th January from Seetickets. 

Pre-sale tickets are available through the artists mailing list, on sale 10am, Wednesday 28th January.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bournemouth/the-bluetones-old-fire-station-bournemouth-expecting-to-fly-30th-anniversary-tour/200030384013610
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, literary-art, pop
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 25

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bournemouth
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: The Old Fire Station
- **lat**: 50.723037331818
- **long**: -1.8648203954545
- **full address**: The Old Fire Station, 36 Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8AD, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Bluetones | Old Fire Station, Bournemouth - Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour being held?
  - **A:** The Bluetones | Old Fire Station, Bournemouth - Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour takes place on Thu, 05 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Thu, 05 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Old Fire Station, 36 Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8AD, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Bluetones | Old Fire Station, Bournemouth - Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour?
  - **A:** The Bluetones | Old Fire Station, Bournemouth - Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour is organized by The Pad Presents.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Bluetones | Old Fire Station, Bournemouth - Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bournemouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Bluetones | Old Fire Station, Bournemouth - Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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