Bands & Performers

The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service Corps & Drums was established in 1984 as part of the Ceremonial Unit. It provides a different link between the fire service and the public. We adhere to the fire service core values and use music to spread community safety messages and also hope that our music is enjoyed by the many thousands that watch us each year. In 1984 Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service were invited by the Ypres Fire Service and The Last Post Association to take part in the ceremonies of remembrance at the Menin Gate. We had the privilege to sound Reveille there on the evening of 11th November. In the later years we have also been joined by many other Fire & Rescue Service bands, notably West Midlands Fire and Rescue, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue and recently Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue service. We have also been well supported by pipe bands and individual pipers from across the country.

The Royal British Legion Band & Corps Of Drums Romford are a marching band based in Romford, Essex. The Band was founded in 1952 by Mr Peter Richardson B.E.M and is one of the longest running independent youth bands in this country today, membership is usually 70+. They were the first youth band to appear at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo and have performed alongside almost every band of Her Majesty's Armed Forces at many different military events both in the UK and abroad. In 2009 the band competed in the World Music Contest in Kerkrade and won two Gold diploma awards whilst representing the United Kingdom. This now leaves the band with a total of 10 World Titles awarded since first competing on the World stage in 1993.

From the time of its formation in 1906, the Pipes and Drums formed an integral part of The London Irish Rifles, before coming under the umbrella of the Regimental Association in 1969. We welcome new members to carry on the proud tradition of the Regimental Pipes and Drums: remembering when they marched in the Allied victory parade in Tunis in May 1943, and at the Vatican during both June and July 1944. Evocative events, among so many, at which our Pipes and Drums have performed so memorably over the years. The Pipes and Drums perform annually at the parades to commemorate St Patrick, the Combined Irish Regiments’, Loos Sunday and Remembrance Sunday and also join the Combined Irish Regiments’ parade at the Cenotaph.

the Band of the Royal British Legion Christchurch. We are a sociable group of musicians who are passionate about great music and having a good time. With smiles on our faces and music in our hearts, we’re happy to perform at any occasion to help raise money for the Royal British Legion. Throughout the year, we perform several gigs and concerts, and you can see the upcoming and previous events below. If you’d like to hire us for an event, do please get in touch. We like to be as accommodating as we can. We play at the following type of events and are available to book, date dependent. Summer fetes Carnivals Concerts You can also contact the Band by email at RBLChristchurch@gmail.com

BYMB is a traditional style youth marching band from Dorset. Our core values are musicianship, discipline, teamwork, challenge, reliability, courage and confidence. PRIDE ... PASSION ... PURPOSE ... PERFORMANCE Pride - We take pride in our Band, our music and our members. Passion - Music and our young musicians are at the heart of everything that we do. Purpose - Working towards shared achievements. Performance - What it's about. Brings all our hard work to life. Creating entertaining and memorable experiences for our audiences and members alike. We exist to perform. Our performances are the end product that gives purpose to all the training and rehearsals. We are volunteer led, run and supported. We hold the prestigious King's Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award for voluntary groups, equivalent to an MBE.

Horndean Band is a military style wind band and corps of drums originating from the small town of Horndean, six miles north of Portsmouth. The band currently consists of 40 members ranging from 14 to late 70s. People join not only as a hobby but also to socialise and improve their playing ability. We currently have 4 members of the Corps of Drums who always lead the band during marching events. The Corps of Drums welcome all abilities and they currently have musicians who have just started out as well as those who have been playing for some time.

Introducing Reading Scottish Pipe Band with a view to fulfilling your future needs in the form of Carnivals, Remembrance Days, Weddings, Promotional Events or Film Parts. The Band was first formed in 1957 by a group of former pipers from the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders whose traditional Tartan was “Cameron of Erracht” Currently, Reading Scottish Pipe Band is one of the few Bands in the area to have both full number one dress, including doublet, plaid and feather bonnet, as well as day dress, with black jackets, white shirt, tie and glengarry. The Band has an extensive repertoire of Scottish music including Slow Airs, Marches, Strathspeys and Reels which can be arranged to suit any occasion, including processions, marching displays, static shows, and solo performances. To finance the cost of the uniforms and the practice facilities, the band undertakes a busy programme of engagements at Fetes, Shows, Weddings and Carnivals mostly in and around the Berkshire area. For example, it regularly plays at the carnivals at Wokingham, Maidenhead, Newbury, Crowthorne, and Burnham as well as the Swallowfield Show. In the latter part of the year, it regularly plays in the Christmas Street parades in Beaconsfield, Hungerford and Littlehampton. It also travels to more distant parts and for example has played many times in France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Morrocco, Malta, Serbia, Sardinia and Japan. We also regularly play with the Andre Rieu’ Orchestra Orchestra in various UK venues and took part in the closing ceremonies for the London 2012 Olympics. Each year the band plays at the Royal British Legion’s remembrance day parade in Bracknell with the Pipe major playing the Flowers of the Forest during the laying of the wreaths as well as the War Widows Ceremony at The Cenotaph. It also supplies solo pipers for special events such as Burns Suppers, Weddings, Birthdays, Parties, Funerals and New Year celebrations. Should you require a Quotation or just further information please contact the Engagement Secretary on 07798 740005 or email valgray47@gmail.com.

We aim to create a community of dance where each student is encouraged to strengthen their skills and accept new challenges. All dancers have the potential to learn given a supportive environment that nurtures their individuality, giving them the confidence to perform. Each dancer carries with them the friendships and skills learned in life with them for life.

The Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) operates from RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. The mission of the RAF BBMF is to maintain the priceless artefacts of our national heritage in airworthy condition in order to commemorate those who have fallen in the service of this country. The RAF BBMF also serves to promote the modern day Air Force and to inspire the future generations. The Flight operates five Spitfires, two Hurricanes, a Lancaster, a C47 Dakota, and two Chipmunk aircraft (primarily for training). The aircraft are flown by regular and reserve RAF Aircrew. These aircraft can be regularly seen in the skies over the UK from May to September each year. They are flown to celebrate and commemorate public and military events from State occasions such as Trooping the Colour to major airshows and flypasts for public events. HISTORY The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) was inaugurated on 11 July 1957 at RAF Biggin Hill. It was initially called the RAF Historic Aircraft Flight and consisted of three PR Mk XIX Spitfires and the RAF’s last airworthy Hurricane, LF363. It was then renamed to be the Battle of Britain Flight before a final renaming in 1969 to what it is known as today, BBMF. Between 1959 and 1965 the flight had one Spitfire (PM631) and one Hurricane (LF363) on its strength. Now, as a ‘museum without walls’, it maintains eleven historic and irreplaceable aircraft: an Avro Lancaster, a C-47 Dakota, five Spitfires, two Hurricanes and two de Havilland Chipmunk training aircraft. The BBMF is a regular RAF unit which is funded by the Ministry of Defence. MOTTO “Lest We Forget” The Lest We Forget motto of the RAF BBMF reflects our mission and honours the thousands of men and women, in the air and on the ground, that gave their lives for this country in the noble pursuit of freedom.

The band consists of pipers, side drummers and bass drummers. They are a friendly band who enjoy playing the Highland bagpipes and drums as a group. We also love sharing our music with an audience at weddings, Burns Nights, fundraisers and our own events, and Poole Military Tattoo! ​Led by Carol Knights, we always welcome new recruits. Whether you're an experienced piper, drummer or a beginner, you will be guaranteed a friendly welcome.

The Jump Dogs parachute display team is a highly skilled and experienced team made up of military veterans, primarily from the Parachute Regiment and civilian skydivers with a passion for our sport that exists to offer thrilling and dynamic aerial shows for any event.

Hampshire Caledonian Pipe Band is a pipe band based in Portsmouth, Hampshire, performing under the direction of Pipe Major Rich Smith. Our motto: “Fortem Tempestatem” Strong Storm Hampshire Caledonian Pipe Band originally formed in the early 1990’s in Portchester, founded by three former members of the Seaforth Highlanders. In our early days, we were known as ‘Tullock Ard’ – a Gaelic phrase meaning ‘big green hill’. We briefly merged with the Hampshire Fire & Rescue Service band, before we re-established ourselves independently in Marchwood in the late 1990’s. Southampton served as our home base until our move to Portsmouth in 2023, where we remain, and continue to grow and thrive! For much of our history, we wore the Prince Charles Edward Stuart tartan. In 2024, we proudly adopted the newly woven Kintyre Storm tartan. The Kintyre collection was inspired by the Kintyre peninsula on Scotland’s west coast. The Storm variation transitions from dark navy to soft greys, symbolising the seas and ever-changing skies, capturing the regions dramatic weather.

The Surrey Pipe Band is a friendly band, based in Woking, Surrey, whose purpose is principally to enjoy playing the Highland Bagpipes and Drums together as a group, and occasionally to share the music with an audience, either at our events or by attending fetes, carnivals and charity functions etc.

At the Wiltshire Caledonian Pipes & Drums band, our mission is to bring people together through the power of Scottish pipes & drums music. We believe that this beautiful and traditional music has the ability to connect people from all walks of life, creating a sense of pride and community. The Wiltshire Caledonian Pipes and Drums band are an enthusiastic group of highly qualified, student and youth pipers and drummers from Wiltshire, Hampshire and the surrounding areas. They are dedicated to keeping traditional Scottish pipe and drums music alive for future generations, training young people in the wonderful and ancient musical craft. We pride ourselves on offering the finest tuition on the Scottish Highland Bagpipes and Drums, at our two training and assessment centres in Wiltshire, to anyone, from any background, and of any age who want to learn this wonderful musical craft. Our Pipers and Drummers come from a diverse range of backgrounds; from internationally renowned musicians to students located in Wiltshire, Hampshire and the surrounding area: Young or old, novice, experienced or lapsed; everyone is welcome to become a member, play, or to learn to play the Pipes or Drums with us.

50 Years of Highland Pipes Since 1972, The Ringwood Pipe Band has been one of the leading marching bands on the South Coast of England. Dressed in MacKenzie tartan, we have been playing and promoting traditional pipe band music locally and across the world. Our members come from all over Dorset and West Hampshire. Sponsored by Umbrella Bathrooms.