Chester Wind Band
We are a community wind band based on the outskirts of Chester, under the direction of Mr Neil Bardsley-Watson.
With a varied repertoire and a sensible number of engagements throughout the year, we offer a fun and enjoyable atmosphere to create music whilst striving to better ourselves as a band and as individual musicians.
You can often find the band performing at events such as the Eaton Hall Open Days and Harwarden Remembrance Service, as well as our own concerts in Ellesmere Port and Chester.
We are always looking to welcome new members of all abilities, so if you’re a musician in the area who would like to get involved, then we would love to hear from you.
Rehearsals
We rehearse on Mondays (7pm – 9pm) during term time at Blacon High School with occasional rehearsals during school holidays.
Bookings
The band is available for bookings and we can offer smaller ensembles if the main band is too large for your requirements.
If you would like to book the band or would like more information, please just get in touch!
Upcoming Engagements
Sunday 13th July 2025
Grosvenor’s Eaton Estate charity garden open day
Eaton Hall, Eaton Estate
Find us nestled in the grounds of Eaton Hall for a family day out!
Sunday 10th August 2025
Deva Fest
Performing as part of the family friendly “Deva Fest”.
Saturday 13th September 2025
Chester Zoo
Performing In partnership with Amasing! at Chester Zoo’s Wildlife Connections Festival.
Sunday 9th November 2025
Hawarden Remembrance Service
Hawarden Village
Saturday 15th November 2025
Last Night of the Proms!
St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, Chester
Our annual Last Night of the Proms concert. Join us for the pomp and circumstance and bring your singing voice!
Friday 19th December 2025
Christmas Concert
St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, Chester
Celebrate the season with festive favourites and holiday cheer!