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| Twang Man |
Celebration of British Country Music 2008Saturday 18th October 2008All-day Event (1:30 pm to 11:30 pm) A Celebration of BRITISH Country Music Acts Booked to appear, in order of appearance: Settlers Creek Brian Hughes and the LoneSharks Buchanan Raisin Cain George Lawton Hall Mossley Tameside OL5 0HR (within easy reach of Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Huddersfield -M60/M62) Large venue with licensed bar, large dance floor, etc. Hot and Cold food available Ticket price (All Day) Adult £15.00 Children 11-16 £8.00 Children under 11 free Children must be accompanied Website now up and running: www.cbcm2008.co.uk More details to be added soon - links, camping/B&B, map, etc. Booking forms now available - download from website will be added later. |
| Neil |
Camping ? Is that anything to do with the way Norm walks onto the stage 
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| Judy |
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| TJ |
Booking forms now available.
Download from the website or call Lynne or Trevor on 01457 833421, or send me a pm. All bands working hard on new albums - Should all be available by October. And all containing original self-penned tracks. |
| Lynnet |
Hi Everyone
Just a quick note to say thank you to all the people that have booked tickets I am sure its going to be a great day. Anyone wishing to book please contact us as tickets are limited due to the venue Saturday 18th October 2008 All-day Event (1:30 pm to 11:30 pm) A Celebration of BRITISH Country Music Acts Booked to appear, in order of appearance: Settlers Creek Brian Hughes and the LoneSharks Buchanan Raisin Cain George Lawton Hall Mossley Tameside OL5 0HR (within easy reach of Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Huddersfield -M60/M62) Large venue with licensed bar, large dance floor, etc. Hot and Cold food available Ticket price (All Day) Adult £15.00 Children 11-16 £8.00 Children under 11 free Children must be accompanied Website now up and running: www.cbcm2008.co.uk More details to be added soon - links, camping/B&B, map, etc. Booking forms now available - download from website will be added later. If anyone needs more details, booking forms,etc. call us on 01457 833421, or pm (LynneT or TJ) or email. _________________ www.chewvalleycountry.co.uk Chew Valley Country Music _________________ |
| Lynnet |
Hi Everyone
Great news we have just been given permission to park caravans at the back of the venue. It’s only a car park and you will need your own toilet facilities for through the night. Vans will be parked at the owner’s discretion and unfortunately we cannot allow awnings due to space. The spaces will be book able and on a first come first served basis but there is still a small CL site about a mile down the road and we are in talks with a taxi company to provide cheap trips either way at the start and the interval and at the end of the night. There are cafes and a restaurant plus a chip shop and a supermarket within a minutes walk from the venue. Hope this helps some of you that have rang and for those who have already booked if you want to park overnight please contact us as soon as possible so we can allocate you a space. Looking forward to seeing you all in Oct Take Care Lynne & TJ |
| Lynnet |
Forgot to mention there will also be Hot & Cold food tea & coffe sold at the event from 2.30pm - 10.30. The bar will be open all day |
| AIDEN |
TEA & COFFEE
WHAT SORT OF A FESTIVAL ARE YOU RUNNING GIRL And all the while I suppose you will be sipping from your flask eh! |
| Lynnet |
Now Aiden you know I m a good girl, I will be sipping coffee from my flask as I always do ask Kerry she joins me sometimes 
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| AIDEN |
Thanx a lot now how do I stop Kerry laughing so much 
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| Lynnet |
She laughs alot after the flask as well it must have a calming happy effect
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| AIDEN |
Coffee will do that 
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| Lynnet |
Well you know Aiden I only have the best coffee in my flask 
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| Lynnet |
Hi Everyone
Just a quick note to say we only have 8 caravan spaces left at the venue there is no charge for the spaces at the venue so if you have already booked and want to bring your van or are going to book please ring and reserve. There are still spaces at the Well-I-Hole campsite See you all in Oct Take Care Lynne & TJ |
| Judy |
Saturday 18th October 2008
All-day Event (1:30 pm to 11:30 pm) A Celebration of BRITISH Country Music Acts Booked to appear, in order of appearance: Settlers Creek Brian Hughes and the LoneSharks Buchanan Raisin Cain George Lawton Hall Mossley Tameside OL5 0HR (within easy reach of Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Huddersfield -M60/M62) Large venue with licensed bar, large dance floor, etc. Hot and Cold food available Ticket price (All Day) Adult £15.00 Children 11-16 £8.00 Children under 11 free Children must be accompanied Website now up and running: www.cbcm2008.co.uk More details to be added soon - links, camping/B&B, map, etc. Booking forms now available - download from website will be added later. |
| Lynnet |
Just a quick update only three caravan spaces left at the venue, please ring to reserve. Still plenty at the campsite which is in a lovely setting please contact the site direct to book details can be found on the CBCM website or you can contact us for the number. |
| TJ |
Details updated 10th September
Saturday 18th October 2008 All-day Event (1:30 pm to 11:30 pm) A Celebration of BRITISH Country Music 5 fully live acts: Afternoon session - 1:30 to 5:30 Settlers Creek Brian Hughes and the LoneSharks Teatime spot (for the all-dayers) Chris "TBone" Jones Evening session - 7:30 to 11:30 Buchanan Raisin Cain George Lawton Hall Mossley Tameside OL5 0HR (within easy reach of Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Huddersfield -M60/M62) Large venue with licensed bar, large dance floor, etc. Hot and Cold food will be availableavailable Ticket price (All Day) Adult £15.00 Children 11-16 £8.00 (Please book before end September) Door tickets - Adult: £8 Afternoon, £10 Evening - Child 11-16 Half price Children under 11 free (All children must be accompanied) See website for more details www.cbcm2008.co.uk Website will be updated with details as available. Nearest campsite 1.5 miles - www.well-i-holefarm.co.uk Call, pm (LynneT or TJ) or email for booking form or dowload from website |
| TJ |
Well there's less than 3 weeks to go
We can't wait. It seems ages since we started down this road, but we're nearly there. With these 4 excellent bands together in one day for the first time (not forgetting Chris of course), it's gonna be a humdinger of a day It may give Brit Country a kick - we'll have to see. Either way we're going to have a ball It probably won't happen again, so don't miss it folks And before any rumours start - yes it WILL go ahead |
| Judy |
I was over your way on Saturday and heard nothing |
| TJ |
Well we've been to the clubs and other events that we could.
And we've sent details/flyers to all the clubs in the area and spoke to the organisers, and there are some from all of the clubs who have bought tickets. If the organisers don't want to publicise other local country music events when they have the information, there's nothing we can do about it. Maybe they have their own reasons for not publicising it. But as has been said so many times lately, unless all those interested in Country Music pull together and support clubs, festivals and other events, especially in their local area, then Country Music is going nowhere. |
| Judy |
You assumed incorrectly I meant rumours |
| Loneshark |
Morning all
The band and I are really looking forward to this show, as we get to play alongside three excellent bands with live original British Country music top of the agenda. Good thoughts to all. www.brianhughesmusic.com |
| Judy |
I am sure you will Brian with a line up like that |
| Loneshark |
Hey Judy
Hope you are well Late start at studio today so have the morning off, but end up working on computer catching up with e-mails etc!!! Yes I'm sure the day will be thoroughly enjoyed by those attending, I know there is a solo singer/songwriter on the bill but don't know anything else about him although I'm sure he will be very good. Hopefully have some news soon on new album release date Good thoughts to all www.brianhughesmusic.com |
| Judy |
Brian take time to see Chris T Bone, he is so funny he is on around teatime so he tells me |
| Loneshark |
I will make a point of doing so Judy, I'm sure I will enjoy his set.
Good thoughts www.brianhughesmusic.com |
| TJ |
Sorry Judy I misread what you had written I thought you meant the event had not been mentioned. We all know that rumours do tend to start circulating near the time of the events, so we thought we'd nip it in the bud before it happened.
We did have a few problems with promotion of the event, but most of the clubs have really supported us. Thanks anyway |
| Judy |
It was mentioned as were other events, plus your flyers on the door with others |
| TJ |
Thanks for that I saw Pat on Friday and she said she would put them out |
| TJ |
One Week to go
Banner on display 
Ready to roll! 
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| Judy |
Good luck for Saturday |
| Lynnet |
Thanks Judy we are novices at this but hopefully the day will go well. With the bands that are on it should be a great day.
All the best for yours next week hopefully we will both have good events  
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| Lynnet |
TJ is going to be on the TV tonight talking about the event, got asked to do a very quick interview for Channel M, its only local but every bit helps.
It will be broadcast tonight around 6.50 and again in the morning. Then on the weekend whats on. He's just rung me and said dont blink or you will miss it lol |
| guitardunc |
Not long to go now 
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| Lynnet |
Your right Dunc it' come round really quick, TJ got his two mins on the TV tonight just long enough to mention the bands and the event. So thanks to Channel M only local but a mention.
Things are slotting together although I am sure there will be things we forget or do wrong, so hopefully people will be kind to us. See you Saturday how's about a bacon butty before we start |
| Loneshark |
Hi all
Looking forward to seeing good friends (and hopefully making some new ones) tomorrow at this event. Five live acts playing original BritCountry. For anyone out there thinking about supporting this venture, please do so, you won't spend a better 15 quid this year! Good thoughts to all www.brianhughesmusic.com |
| Lynnet |
Hi Brian
A bit shattered now but will recharge for tomorrow, cant wait now but my list of jobs keep getting bigger. My house looks like a cross between a cafe and on office so you may need to keep your eyes shut when you come back tomorrow night. The caravan is aired and ready and the beer is in the fridge, you got the best sleeping arrangements poor Raising Cain have to sleep in the house and share with the dogs and the cat. Last time George said the cat stared at them all night. Your CD is getting loads of airplay on our local radio, and we did a comp for free tickets and the DJ said they got loads of calls. Phone has been busy yesterday and today and the hall is looking great, we have tablecothes and would you believe it they are putting candles on on the tables too. Just one problem with that I have never danced on a table with a cloth on before I may get my heels stuck. See you tomorrow and looking forward to meeting your lad Drive safe take care Lynne |
| Lynnet |
THANK YOU SO MUCH TO EVERYONE WHO CAME FROM ALL ENDS OF THE COUNTRY. WE HAD A FANTASTIC DAY/NIGHT/MORNING.
AGAIN THE BANDS WELL BRILLIANT FANTASTIC THANK YOU. GOT TO SAY A BIG THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT HELPED MY FAMILY SONS MUM SISTERS. AND A VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO KATH WHO WAS THERE FROM8AM YESTERDAY MORNING AND WAS STILL THERE WHEN WE WERE GOING HOME. PEOPLE LIKE KATH DONT COME ALONG VERY OFTEN TO THE BANDS YOU ARE THE BEST AROUND, ALSO SETTLERS WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE THIS WITHOUT YOU BIG HUGS TO YOU ALL XXXXXXXXXXX |
| Loneshark |
After the long trip home, I now have the chance to sit down and leave a comment on what was a first class weekend of live British country music.
Lynne and Trevor worked tirelessly to ensure their 'Celebration of British Country Music' event was such a success, and their faith in homegrown talent playing original, live music was rewarded with a fantastic turnout. In a time where apathy towards anything outwith 'the norm' is so apparent within the majority of the UK scene, it was a pleasure to be invited to perform at this event, run by two people with the courage of their convictions to promote such a show, and all that comes with it relative thereto. Of course they are not alone. Thankfully there are several men and women out there who 'put their money where their mouth is' and whom without their support and encouragement, I doubt if I would have continued with the live side of my music, I wouldn't dream of listing those I refer to, however they know who they are, and I thank you all for what you do, whether it be press, promoter, radio or listener. This weekend, I had the privilege of sharing the bill with three excellent bands, each unique in their own way, and as we were staying for the entire day had the chance to catch each show. Settlers Creek are the warmest, most generous guys you could hope to meet, and sometimes their personalities detract the attention from how good a live act they are, and with their own material finding a place in the set, get better each time I see them. Buchanan I had never seen before however had heard great things of. I thought their show was first class with superb performances from each of the band members playing almost entirely their own material which was a joy to listen to. Very impressed guys. Raising Cain do what it says on the tin! they play exceptionally good country rock, and they too are introducing more original material into their set. They closed the show to a rousing ovation and rightly so. So, please don't tell me there is little or no homegrown talent in this country scene of ours, and that is the whole point, it is OUR scene, the musos, the promoters, the audience, etc, and it is in our hands where it goes, however as long as we have good people like Lynne and Trevor doing all they can to 'keep the ride on track', there is hope. I believe that. Finally on behalf of Brian Hughes and the LoneSharks, can I thank both of them and their sons and families for the generous hospitality shown to us. As always, we very much appreciate it. Good thoughts to all www.brianhughesmusic.com |
| markw |
CBCMNot been on this forum for a long time - but I just thought I should add my comments to those made by Brian Hughes (my new best mate!) above.The event was an absolute success. Buchanan have had lots of emails from peole telling us how much they enjoyed it. Meeting up with Brian and his band, Dunc and co from Settlers and the lads from Raising Cain was a real blast. Here's hoping that the positives can be built upon and we can make a concerted effort to move the scene forwards instead of standing still. I feel very positive about Country music in the UK after Saturday! Take care and see you all down the line! |
| TJ |
SORTED!!
Saturday 12th September 2009 MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW |