Our President
The Right Honourable
The Lord Barry Jones
PC
Rehearsals
Royal Buckley Town Band
Wednesday 7:30 - 9:30pm
Sunday 7:00 - 9:00pm
Royal Buckley perform an exciting and varied programme of music, ranging from traditional brass band repertoire to vibrant arrangements of contemporary favourites. Instantly recognisable and proudly leading many a parade, the band enjoys a full calendar of concerts, community events and engagemen
Wednesday 7:30 - 9:30pm
Sunday 7:00 - 9:00pm
Royal Buckley perform an exciting and varied programme of music, ranging from traditional brass band repertoire to vibrant arrangements of contemporary favourites. Instantly recognisable and proudly leading many a parade, the band enjoys a full calendar of concerts, community events and engagements throughout the year. Royal Buckley continues to thrive, showcasing musical excellence, community spirit and a commitment to accessibility and is currently ranked in the Second Section.
Music Director: Keith Gorton Jones
Assistant MD: Martin Bassett-Rhodes
Royal Buckley Senior Ensemble
Tuesday 2:00 - 4:00pm
Our Senior Ensemble brings together experienced players who meet weekly to enjoy their music‑making, develop their playing and perform purely for pleasure. They are an integral part of the Royal Buckley family, contributing both musically and socially to the life of the organisation.
Hugely popular at local functions
Tuesday 2:00 - 4:00pm
Our Senior Ensemble brings together experienced players who meet weekly to enjoy their music‑making, develop their playing and perform purely for pleasure. They are an integral part of the Royal Buckley family, contributing both musically and socially to the life of the organisation.
Hugely popular at local functions and community events, the Senior Ensemble is in regular demand throughout the year, bringing a warm, engaging sound to every occasion.
New members are warmly welcomed.
Royal Buckley Youth Band
Royal Buckley Youth Band
Wednesday
Beginners: 6:00–6:20pm
Improvers: 6:30–7:00pm
Newly formed in January 2025, our Music Academy gives young players the chance to learn, grow and discover the joy of making music together. We aim to spark imagination, build confidence, create life‑long musical memories and inspire the next generation of brass musicians.
We pride ourse
Wednesday
Beginners: 6:00–6:20pm
Improvers: 6:30–7:00pm
Newly formed in January 2025, our Music Academy gives young players the chance to learn, grow and discover the joy of making music together. We aim to spark imagination, build confidence, create life‑long musical memories and inspire the next generation of brass musicians.
We pride ourselves on being a welcoming and inclusive organisation, ensuring that every young person can take part comfortably and confidently, whatever their starting point.
Whether playing their very first notes or developing their early skills, our young players are supported in a friendly, encouraging environment where progress and enjoyment go hand in hand.
Music Director: Keith Gorton Jones
Welcome to our new 2026 starters!
Uniform Appeal - Help Us Strike the Right Note!
We’re fundraising to replace tired kit and outfit every member with pride — from our youngest learners to our seasoned performers.
Our band is growing in numbers - and so is our need for smart, matching uniforms. We have our iconic ‘Reds’ that people know us for and our outdoor, waterproof ‘black’ kit for all-weather performances - but some uniforms are worn out and we simply don’t have enough for our new players.
Outfitting a single member can cost over £300:
• Our signature red jackets are around £250 each
• Waterproof black jackets cost about £60
• Polo shirts for casual events are around £12
If you love what we do, please consider donating. Every bit helps us keep Buckley’s musical tradition marching forward in style. Thank you!
Vacancies
We're always happy to recruit players to enhance our team.
Contact: Martin Bassett-Rhodes (Band Manager) for details.
0300 102 4561
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Tesco Stronger Starts
We're winners ~ Thank you to everyone who voted for us! Thank you to all the staff at Tesco Mold & Tesco Connah's Quay. With this wonderful funding boost from Tesco Stronger Starts, our Youth Band is now up & running & in its second year!
Whit Friday Marches ~ Section Winners, Stalybridge 2025 🏆
The Whit Friday Marches date back to 1884.
Bands play two pieces - a traditional march and show-piece march. Each performance is scored by an adjudicator, hidden in an adjacent room or caravan.
Photo: The band assemble to play 'The Contestor' at Stalybridge 2025
Previous sucesses include:
*Section Winners, Denton 2022
*Section 3rd prize winners, Uppermill, 2023
(Did not compete 2024)
Photo: The Bush Inn, Droylsden 2025
Thank you to Black Dog Photography & Buckley Camera Club for these outstanding images, taken on Remembrance Sunday
Buxton Festival of Brass 2022
Photograph by kind permission of Daniel Taylor
In a contest organised by the North West Area Brass Band Association, our prize-winning 'Best Cornet Section'
Waiting to play
The Bandstand, Pavilion Gardens, Buxton
Our trophies;
- 2nd prize ~ The Don Redfern Trophy
- Best Cornet Section ~ The Geoff Miner Trophy
Our Partners
' Thank you' to our temporary homes during the pandemic
Bicentenary Badge
A limited edition, made in metal & enamel with our band crest mounted in its gold bicentenary laurel wreath. They can be purchased from us & cost just £5, which includes a donation to the band.
Our thanks to Buckley Town FC & Black Dragon Badges for their support with this.