The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association

Midlands Branch

"Spotlight" on

Beeston & District Pipe Band Society

Situated on the outskirts of Nottingham, the Beeston & District Pipe Band Society is one of the more established and well-known names in the English pipe band world.

The band was established in 1965 by a group of enthusiasts who had been past members of the 17th Nottingham (Beeston) Company Boys Brigade Pipe Band.

By 1975 they had achieved promotion to Grade 2.

Like all pipe bands, Beeston has known it's ups and downs, but is currently enjoying a highly successful season which has seen them win the British Championships and take third place in the World Championships in Grade 3B.

The band welcome new members (both learners and experienced players alike) and provide tuition to anyone wishing to learn to play pipes or drums.

Further information can be obtained from Secretary Syd Charles (e-mail contact on the Branch Bands page)