Past Events

Firstly I have to say that the event was a HUGE success!

There were well over 200 people in attendance, of all age ranges. I took great pleasure in watching such a diverse group of people come together and enjoy this underused area so much.

We had 9 bands and solo artists, all under 18, playing to win a chance to perform at the Riverside Festival (Bob Cliffe, Jump the Void, Centre Excuse, Bass End, Amicus, Hannah Joyce, Adam Richardson, Tux-edo, Charlotte Redding), and all were of a very high standard. Each band / individual played 2 songs, some were covers but there was also a lot of material written by the bands, which was great to hear.

There were 3 judges, Andy Croft from The Cellar Bar, Kendal Mills from Stamford School, and Michael Houlihan who runs Voodoo Lounge at Mama Liz’s, along with a public vote.

The first prize went to Centre Excuse, who are a three piece band from Casterton Community College, Teddy Lewis (15), Jamie Rush (17) & Alex Rush (15). This was actually their first gig ever, and they did amazingly well. Second prize went to Bob Cliffe (13). He has played live on Rutland Radio, and was a finalist in Casterton’s Got Talent a few months ago.

Centre Excuse played The Buskers Stage at 3pm on Saturday and had the place packed out! People were 10 deep out the doors of the tent! It was a fantastic show, and the band really went down so well. I hope to see much more of them in the future as I am sure they have a successful career ahead of them.

We have for the last two years, put on a number of events as part of Love Parks Week. Below are details of what we did in 2010. If you have any ideas, or would like to be part of Love Parks Week, in 2011, please contact us.

Sunday 25th July

City of Peterborough Concert Band 3-4 pm

Organised by Stamford Arts Centre

Wednesday 28th July

Tiddlywinks 10-11.30 am

The local branch of the National Childbirth Trust (NCT)  held their Wednesday morning group for under 5’s at the Bandstand. Craft activities and singing – bring along your teddy to share your snack!

Story Time 2-3 pm

Stamford Library moved their Story Time for children to the Bandstand for a summer special!

And it doesn’t stop there! We have other events throughout the Summer, outside of Love Parks Week

Sunday 8th August

Kibworth Brass Band 3-4.30 pm

Sunday 22nd August

Swineshead Silver Band 3-4.30 pm

If you would like any more information on events, please contact Penny

After some amazing auditions, there are 9 bands / solo acts that will be performing at The Bandstand on 1st July from 6pm.

All bands are competing to win a place to play at Stamford Riverside Festival, and 2nd prize are vouchers for Stamford Music Shop.

So, come along and show your support for these local young bands, you are guraranteed an entertaining evening.

This is a free event so make the most of it!

From the auditions 20th June

Between 12 July-17 July, Stamford Museum kindly agreed to display a series of old photographs of The Rec. at the museum during this week.

It was a beautiful display, and gave a great insight into The Rec.