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Roll of Honour

Black Dyke Band has achieved an unparalleled record of competition success since its formation. Below is a list of the Band’s titles and relevant years.

National Championships of Great Britain – 23 wins 

1902, 1928, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1951, 1959, 1961, 1967, 1972, 1975, 1976,

1977, 1979, 1981, 1985, 1994, 1995, 2001, 2004, 2008, 2009, 2014

British Open Championships – 30 wins

1862, 1863, 1871, 1879, 1880, 1881, 1891, 1895, 1896, 1899, 1902, 1904,

1908, 1914, 1935, 1957, 1968, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1983, 1985,

1986, 1992, 1995, 2005, 2006, 2014

European Championships – 13 wins

1978, 1979, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1995, 2005, 2012, 2015

World Championship – 1970

English Nationals – 4 wins

2009, 2011, 2012, 2013

Yorkshire Champions – 23 wins

1945, 1947, 1953, 1955, 1956, 1958, 1959, 1961, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1985,

1987, 1990, 1998, 2001, 2002, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020

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⭐ Black Dyke Band Returns to the BBC Proms 2026 ⭐

We’re delighted to announce that Black Dyke Band, under the direction of Nicholas Childs, will return to the BBC Proms on Sunday 19th July 2026 at the iconic Royal Albert Hall

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Breathtaking musical virtuosity

Over the last few weeks, The Black Dyke Band has maintained a busy schedule of concerts, each of which has delighted and inspired its audiences. 2026 began in fine style, as it has done in previous years, at the Town Hall in Birmingham

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Feature Photograph – Black Dyke Band with the Huddersfield Choral Society

A very Happy Christmas from everyone at Black Dyke Band

As 2025 draws to a close, the Black Dyke Band has been busy bringing joy and festive spirit to audiences across the region.

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