# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Grimethorpe Colliery Band
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: 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.

Grimethorpe's diverse noted concert performances include those at the FIFA World Cup, BAFTA Awards, BBC Proms, Eurovision and London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony, together with a wealth of national and international television / radio appearances and professional recordings. The band has been the recipient of two gold discs, as well as a BAFTA nomination for its contributions to the global hit movie “Brassed Off” for which Grimethorpe was the focal point.  

The Royal Albert Hall, Symphony Hall, Barbican, Westminster Abbey, European Parliament, Sydney Opera House and more, have all played host to Grimethorpe. With tours to Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, and concerts & festival appearances throughout Europe, the band’s performance reputation remains unsurpassed.

“Tompkinson, Postlethwaite and Carter are stand-outs in an impressive ensemble cast, but for many, the brass band music of Grimethorpe comes as the real revelation” - Time Out “

Sensational – performing favourite classics in spectacular style!” The Times   "The brass bands of this country are unique, and the Grimethorpe Band is unique amongst them" - Sir Harrison Birtwistle

“A thoroughly entertaining show & a must for all music enthusiasts” - The Guardian

"Grimethorpe Colliery Band - the finest jewel in the world of brass bands, and a unique cultural asset" - Sir Peter Maxwell Davies  

For further information on Grimethorpe Colliery Band, visit www.grimethorpeband.co.uk    

Sunday 17th May 2026 7.30pm

Tickets £27.00
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hunstanton/the-grimethorpe-colliery-band/200029922485607
- **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Concerts, Sports, performances, Festivals, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Hunstanton
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Princess Theatre Hunstanton
- **lat**: 52.939523872343
- **long**: 0.4883457326438
- **full address**: Princess Theatre Hunstanton, 13 The Green,Hunstanton, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Grimethorpe Colliery Band being held?
  - **A:** The Grimethorpe Colliery Band takes place on Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Princess Theatre Hunstanton, 13 The Green,Hunstanton, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Grimethorpe Colliery Band?
  - **A:** The Grimethorpe Colliery Band is organized by Princess Theatre Hunstanton.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Grimethorpe Colliery Band is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hunstanton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Grimethorpe Colliery Band sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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