About


. . . They have performed on numerous occasions in Franceuntitled-2, invited by the National Union of Mineworkers (France) . . . Under W. B. Hargreaves the band managed to gain first place in the area championship twice, and second place in the National Finals . . .


Betteshanger Colliery Band is based in the South East of England near the coastal towns of Dover, Folkestone and the historic city of Canterbury.

Betteshanger Band play a number of concerts throughout the year at both indoor and outdoor venues, performing varied repertoire for just about any occasion.

Deal Bandstand
Betteshanger Band at Deal Memorial Bandstand, at which they play the first and last Sunday concerts of the summer season.

If you are looking for a versatile, high quality brass band for your function or event, contact us via the band secretary or e-mail us. The full band consists of approximately 26 members, depending on the music and percussion required.

Our Repertoire

Our repertoire spans all genres. Examples are:

The Great Escape    Mr Blue Sky    Sound of Music  

Spread a Little Happiness    ABBA    MacArthur Park  

Eye Level    Star Wars    He Ain’t Heavy    Born Free