Wednesday 14th February proved to be both enjoyable and pleasantly surprising when Around Town presenters Phill Hawkins and Andy Hill were made honorary members of the Newton Aycliffe Pipe Band. Certificates were presented to Andy and Phill in front of the band members during their Wednesday evening training session by Pipe Major Bill Farrell and Band Secretary Adam Jenkins.
Following Bill and Adams guest appearance on the Around Town show on Aycliffe Radio in 2023 Phill and Andy have followed the pipe bands continued growth and development with great interest, and take the time to sit in on the bands practice sessions whenever time allows. It’s great to be able to watch the band go through their paces, and see musicians of all ages and abilities taking a real interest in the town’s very own highly successful pipe band.
The pipe band trains every Wednesday evening from 7.00pm to 9.00pm, and a Sunday afternoon 2.00pm to 4.00pm at the TA Armoury adjacent to the Phoenix Club and the sports centre. Anyone wanting further information can contact Adam Jenkins the band secretary via their Facebook page.
Phill & Andy
Around Town, Aycliffe Radio