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Performance by East Sussex Concert band

Experience the uplifting sounds of the East Sussex Concert Band during your visit to Bateman’s.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

The East Sussex Concert Band is a community concert band based in Chailey, UK. The Band performs a wide variety of attractive and interesting music. They play concerts throughout East Sussex and embark on regular short tours to various places in Europe.

Musical director Jonathan Bailey, who has led the band since its founding in 1987, brings a passion for all musical genres, especially his love of swing, to inspire the players and delight audiences.

East Sussex Concert Band will be performing on Monday 31 August at 12pm and 2pm.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

The performance will be taking place in the formal garden, please ask at visitor reception for directions.

What to bring and wear

This event is outside, please wear clothing appropriate for the weather.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the garden. It includes paths with steps, slopes and varying surfaces. Please see the access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for further information.

Other

This outdoor event is weather dependent and occasionally may need to be changed or cancelled at short notice. Ask at visitor reception for information when you arrive.

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