No muck -  just Brass ! !

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On Sunday 29th June 2025, Wetherby will celebrate the annual Drovers’ Day to remember the times when, for over 200 years, 1000s of cattle were walked from gathering points in Scotland to markets in the south of England via Wetherby with its bridge and ford over the River Wharfe.

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At times music would accompany the animals on their long trek and they seemed to be soothed and calmed by it.

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No cattle will be present on our day (health & safety prevents) so no muck!....... but plenty of brass!!

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20 brass bands from Derbyshire, Lancashire, Yorkshire and Northumberland will make the trip to Wetherby and, for over 4 hours, march and play through the town.  The bands will be judged on their marching and playing with their performances being applauded and hopefully greatly enjoyed by very large crowds.  The organisers appreciate the very generous support given by the business sector and by Geneva Instruments who will contribute to the thousands of pounds in prizes to the various winners!

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Would you like to blow your own trumpet or that of your business at this year's feast of music with a great opportunity to showcase your business!

We produce and distribute an A5 size programme in full colour, listing all the bands and supporting businesses.  Full page £80; 1/2 page £40; 1/4 page £20.  See programme cover here
For more details please contact Lion Ken on 0345 833 9529 or email him at kenjoan2369@gmail.com

 

“A terrific day  last year– greatly enjoyed by all!  Looking forward to this year!”

Martin Doxey, Lions President

 

This fantastic event is organised by The Wetherby Riverside Bandstand Trust and

Wetherby District Lions Club.

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See all the 2024 event photos and videos here                       Keep up to date on Facebook here 

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Join us on Sunday 29th June 2025 for a great day out, PLUS for this year,

an Artisan Market in the Wetherby Market Place and a Craft Fayre in the Wetherby Town Hall !