GOOD NEWS! Oh yes it is… We have just received word (cue dramatic gasp!) that Betteshanger Colliery Brass Band has been awarded £500 from the absolutely fabulous Deal Royal Marines Sgts Mess Pantomime Productions Committee This magic pot of gold will be whisking us off to contests this year (transport, darling… not a pumpkin carriage… Continue reading Royal Marines Sgts Mess Pantomime Award
A Celebration of Music and the Arts. Welcome to the 2026 Deal Festival, an annual celebration of music, creativity, and cultural heritage in the historic coastal town of Deal. This year, Betteshanger Band has been asked to formally open the Deal Music and Arts Festival at St George’s Church, St George’s Road in Deal. The… Continue reading Band Secure Opening of the Deal Music & Arts Festival
Join us for an unforgettable evening of reflection, music, and remembrance as Betteshanger Colliery Band performs alongside the renowned Shorncliffe Military Wives Choir at St. George's Church, Deal. This Festival of Remembrance offers a poignant tribute to those who served and sacrificed, brought to life through stirring sounds of brass band tradition and the heartfelt… Continue reading FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE St George’s Church, Deal. 8th November 2025 – 19:00 – 21:00
Among the standout moments from this year’s Nationals was Soprano Cornet player Nigel Bogue being awarded Best Instrumentalist of the contest — a prestigious and well-deserved recognition of his musical excellence.
We are immensely proud of our Principal cornet player Ian Lanceley winning the John Williams Trophy for the Best Instrumentalist of the Day. Also, our Musical Director Mike West, was awarded the Arthur Copcutt Memorial Trophy in recognition of all his hard work and being the Conductor of the winning band. Winning the 3rd Section… Continue reading Triple Win
Betteshanger Colliery Welfare Band 