Sidmouth Town Band

The Sidmouth Town Band was formed in the mid 1800s with the earliest picture of the band taken in 1862. The band became a brass band just before the First World War. The band was forced to put their instruments away in 1914, but reformed in’ 1919, winning prizes in 1929-30 and 1931 at Crystal Palace. In addition to competing in contests and civic duties, regular summer concerts are held in the Connaught gardens in Sidmouth at 8pm every Sunday night from June to September. The recording of our first CD ‘Soundwaves’, last year is a testament to the band’s hard work. New players are always welcome, young and old. Rehearsals are every Tuesday and Friday and there is also a beginner’s band on Friday night at 7pm. If you have just moved to the area or just want a blow whilst on holiday come and join our friendly, ambitious band. The band consists entirely of volunteers and all proceeds go back into instruments and sheet music. For concert bookings, learning, playing and any other band information including sales of the bands CD, contact the Band Secretary Janet Diamond 74 High Street, Honiton 01404 42052