Grimethorpe Colliery Band

Grimethorpe Colliery Band

Grimethorpe Colliery Band, founded over a century ago in a Yorkshire mining village, achieved its worldwide reputation from the hit film Brassed Off and is regarded as one of Britain’s finest brass bands. It has won numerous band championships and is noted for its diverse concert performances, including at the FIFA World Cup, BBC Proms, Eurovision, and the 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. In 2024, the band played alongside Coldplay as part of the British rock band’s headline set at Glastonbury Festival.

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About the Leeds Best of Brass series

There’s nothing quite like the power and precision of a championship brass band. As the Leeds Best of Brass series returns for 2026/27, we’re delighted to present another outstanding line up of bands.

From iconic names with a global reputation to brilliant Yorkshire favourites, the Leeds Best of Brass series brings together some of the very best brass players in the country for eight unforgettable Saturday night concerts. Whether you’re a lifelong brass lover or new to the brass band world, there’s no better way to hear a brass band live at this level. Pudsey Civic Hall provides a welcoming home for the series. With excellent transport links, free parking, and a well‑stocked bar, it’s the perfect setting to enjoy world‑class brass music.