Brass at the seaside: Save our festival!

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Brass at the seaside is a unique event in Lancashire, providing a free weekend of Brass bands playing on the iconic Bandstand of St Annes promenade. 15 Bands, 2 days, 1 location and open access to all

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70 backers!

70 people have backed Brass at the seaside: Save our festival!!2 months ago

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61 Donations worth £1,0582 months ago

THANK YOU3 months ago

Huge thank you to everyone who has pledged money to our crowdfund - every donation of every size has helped to to reach target!! Brass at the Seaside 2026 is a go!

Brass at the seaside: Save our festival! hit its fundraising target!3 months ago

Brilliant news, thanks everyone!

Anonymous pledged £3503 months ago

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Brass at the seaside: Save our festival! has reached 90% of its target!3 months ago

Warwick Music Limited pledged £5003 months ago

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60 people have backed Brass at the seaside: Save our festival!!3 months ago

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Friends of Lancashire County Ensembles

About Us

The Friends of Lancashire County Ensembles is a registered charity committed to advancing the musical education of children and young people residing in Lancashire and Blackpool.

Our Mission

We believe that high-quality music education should be accessible to all—not just those who can afford it. Our mission is to remove financial barriers and create inclusive opportunities for musical growth, ensemble participation, and performance experiences.

Our Work

In partnership with Lancashire Music Service—the lead partner of the Lancashire Music Hub—we support a wide range of musical activities, including:

Large-scale events such as Brass at the Seaside, which bring together hundreds of young musicians for public performances, giving them the oppotunity to play amongst members of the wider Brass community.
Localised initiatives that foster community engagement and nurture emerging talent.

These activities not only enhance musical skills but also build confidence, teamwork, and a sense of belonging among young people.

Why Support Us

Every trustee on our board has experienced the transformative power of music—either personally or through their children. Our board includes alumni, professional musicians, educators, and parents, all united by a shared commitment to equity in music education.

We view BRass at the seaside a intergral to this mission, involving not only the young people of Lancashire but the whole community that we serve.

Impact

With your support, we can continue to:

Provide Brass at the seaside as a wider community event, free to all.
Ensure that our young musicians can particiapte in a formative event that is inclusive and multi-generational
Strengthen the cultural fabric of Lancashire and the Fylde coast

Project Owner: Friends of Lancashire County Ensembles (FLCE) The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.