Help with Transportation Expenses

Description

The Bathgate Band is one of Scotland's oldest brass bands, with the first documented appearance being in 1842. We supply free instrument loan and provide tuition for all players at any level. We have three bands; senior, foundry and youth and our players range from aged 6 to 75. 

The band plays in gala days, parades, concerts and other events which is our main source of revenue.  The senior band also competes at a high level. 

Bathgate Brass Band would regularly run fundraising events throughout the year help pay for running costs which include MD fees, transport, utilities, music, entry fees for contests, insurance. However, due to the Covid pandemic, the band was unable to play in any events for two years and all fundraising events were cancelled.  The band is a registered charity in Scotland (SCO35364) and does charity work in and throughout the country. 

Bathgate Brass Band requires financial support for the costs associated with getting the band and its equipment to concerts and community events. 

Approximate cost of local events
Van Hire & Fuel: £80 - £100
Coach Hire: £510

National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain, Cheltenham (15th-17th September)
Bathgate Brass Band qualified for this event in March after finishing 2nd at the Scottish Championships.
The overall cost of taking the band to this event is £9,400. Coach Hire £2,250, entry Fee £375, Music £90, Musical Directors costs and hotel bill.

If you are interested in helping Bathgate Brass Band, please get in touch!