Farnworth & Walkden Band are a friendly North-West band graded 4th Section. Throughout the year we are busy with many concerts and contests. We rehearse on Monday and Wednesday between 8:00PM-9:45PM in our own purpose built
Bandroom (map link).
FARNWORTH BAND had its origins in 1848 and WALKDEN BAND can trace its origins from around the 1850's. The Walkden and Eatons Farnworth bands merged in 2005, firstly to become Eaton Farnworth and Walkden Band and later becoming Farnworth & Walkden Band with the closure of the Eatons Transmissions factory in 2007.
Great day out to Blackpool for the contest. Despite a slightly disappointing 6th place finish the band played well, enjoyed it, and got a rapturous applause at the end.
WANTED! Front row cornets are required to join an enthusiastic and friendly North West 4th Section band. We pride ourselves on supporting young talent to progress. Rehearsals Monday and Wednesday 8:00pm - 9:45pm
Contact Band Secretary Katrina Newcombe
Email: fandwband@gmail.com
Mobile. 07519 880974
| Date | Name & Info | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 1st March 2026 | North West Regional Championships | T.B.C. |
| Sun 26st April 2026 | FleetwoodContest | T.B.C. |
| Sat 23rd May 2026 | Queens Park | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat 30th May 2026 | Parr Fold Park | t.b.c. |
| Sun 14th June 2026 | St Georges | evening |
| Sun 21st June 2026 | Victoria Park | 2:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Sun 27th Sept 2026 | Red Admiral Entertainment Contest | t.b.c. |
| Sun 8th Nov 2026 | Remembrance March | 9:00am start |
| Sat 5th Dec 2026 | Ainsworth Church | 6:15pm for 7:00pm start |