Band Information
Performing at Lydgate
You can pre-register using our website, email us at lydgate@saddleworthwhitfriday.co.uk, or you can turn up on the day and register at our check-in tent.
Information You Should Know
Here's all the information you need to know when planning to visit our contest
Coach Parking
Coach parking is available on Oldham Road and Platting Road, both are very close to the venue.
Please see the map below for more details.
Registering
On the day, you can register in person from 4 PM onwards. If you've pre-registered, you just need to turn up.
Registration costs £2 per band, and is payable in cash or by card on arrival.
Prizes
Our prizes range from individual instruments to deportment. There are also prizes available for our youth band competitors.
Prize amounts will be published in our programme every year.
Number of Bands
We host a large number of bands every year, hosting 81 bands in 2024. We post regularly on the Saddleworth Whit Friday website how many bands are waiting at our contest on the day.
How to find us
E-mail: lydgate@saddleworthwhitfriday.co.uk
Address: The White Hart Inn, Stockport Road, OL4 4JJ