BGR EVENTS
Unforgettable Musical Events
Based in Hebden Bridge and Halifax, West Yorkshire
About BGR EVENTS
BGR EVENTS are a not-for-profit organisation, based in Wadsworth near Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire. The organisers take no remunertation and we regularly donate any surpluses to local charities. We are proud that over £11,000 has been donated over the years.
We're committed to hosting excellent music events in Calderdale at affordable prices. See our coming gigs and some details of previous events listed below.
We host quality gigs by nationally renowned performers -- including Modern Folk, Blues and Americana.
Food -our famous pie and pea supper ( with vegan option) - and a great bar with craft beers are available at our shows.
We have an accessible WC, with easy wheelchair access into the venue . Blue - badge disabled car parking is available but we do require a day's prior notice by email to reserve a space for you.
Great Bookings for
Winter 2024!
We have a great range of forthcoming 2024 shows listed below. Click on the respective links for full details, prices and easy on line booking. Some shows have discounted tickets to encourage the interest of younger customers in live music.
Kathryn Tickell Duo
Wadsworth Friday 6th December, 2024
Door time: 6:45pm, Start time: 7:45pm
Completing a superb run of major acts in 2024 , we are delighted to host this nationally renowned duo.
Kathryn is the country's foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes and is complemented by the excellent Amy Thatcher on accordion. A cascade of jigs, reels and heart rending airs
Superb events for 2025
We have had some great gigs in 2024... and we're starting 2025 in a similar vein. Read on....
"For Freedom Live or Die"
Words and Music
Wadsworth Saturday 1 February 2025
Door time: 6:45pm, Start time: 7:45pm
This year our annual winter 'words and music' event will focus on Chartism and the rise of social , industrial and political unrest in Calderdale in the early and mid 19th Century. See the details below for information on our Speakers and Musicians
Gigspanner
Wadsworth Monday 31 March 2025
Door time: 6:45pm, Start time: 7:45pm
Announcing a return visit of the talented and nationally popular Gigspanner, led by Peter Knight of Steeleye Span fame. Superb show on their last visit - we guarantee a similarly enjoyable sell out evening in March - so book early. Tickets going fast already!
Granny's Attic
Wadsworth Friday 23 May 2025
Door time: 6:45pm, Start time: 7:45pm
With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny’s Attic are going from strength to strength. Were delighted to rebook G A after they were prevented from appearing at Wadsworth last year due to illness.
Expect a high octane take on English Folk from this superb trio .
Contact Us
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BGR Events are:
Andrew Brooke 07841 842 125
Martin Richards 07731 661 053
Terry Goodall 07483 210233
Tony Tighe 07582 749902
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Wadsworth Community Centre
Near Hebden Bridge
HX7 8RY
Most of our shows (unless otherwise stated) are at : Wadsworth Community Centre, Billy Lane, Old Town, Hebden Bridge HX7 8RY
Parking is on-street on show nights .
Please park with care, respecting our Neighbours' access .
DIRECTIONS
Avoid approaching from Midgley / Luddenden (Narrow road - especially difficult at night)
Best Directions: From Hebden Bridge take the A6033 up Keighley Road for 1.8 miles. Immediately before the Robin Hood Inn, turn back sharp right along Akroyd Lane . Follow the road for 0.9 mile along into Billy Lane and WCC is on the right, fifty yards before the Post Office.
