The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch

All Ireland Fringe - Solos Masterclass
2025-07-03 19:30 UTC | Somme Memorial Hall, Newtownstewart, 3 Douglas Road, Newtownstewart, Omagh, Co. Tyrone, BT78 4NE, United Kingdom
Solos Masterclass – part of 2025 All Ireland Pipe Band Championships Fringe
Date: Thursday 3 July
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: Somme Memorial Hall, Newtownstewart
Cost: Free

featuring

Alastair Donaghy – Piper, Field Marshal Montgomery – 2025 Ulster Solo Senior Piping Champion. Alastair will represent Ireland at the MacCrimmon Trophy Competition in Lorient in August.
Reece Doherty – Piper, St Laurence O’Toole – 2025 Ulster Solo B Piping Champion
Jacob Laird – Snare Drummer, Ravara – 2023 World Solo Drumming Juv.1 Champion
Jorja Turkington – Drum Major, Matt Boyd Memorial – 2024 United Kingdom, British, Scottish, European, All Ireland and Ulster Champion. Champion of Champion (NI and RSPBA)
Henry Turkington – Snare Drummer, Down Academy – 2025 Ulster Solo Unaccompanied Snare Drumming Champion

plus more acts to follow!

All Ireland Fringe - Awakening the City
2025-07-04 | Derry~Londonderry, Londonderry, United Kingdom
Awakening the City – part of 2025 All Ireland Pipe Band Championships Fringe
Date: Friday 4 July
Time: Throughout the day
Venue: Across the city centre
Cost: Free

Awakening the City to the sights and sounds of Pipes, Drums, Drum Majors & Highland Dancers on the Eve of the All Ireland Pipe Band Championships with performances in various locations throughout city centre.

All Ireland Pipe Band Championships 2025
2025-07-05 10:00 - 18:00 | Ebrington Square, 71 Ebrington Sq, Derry~Londonderry, BT47 6FA
Attending the 78th All Ireland Pipe Band Championships

Admission & Parking
Event Admission: Free
General Parking:

Available at Foyle College, [67A Limavady Rd, Londonderry BT47 6LR] and at Wilton Park, [41B Limavady Rd, Londonderry BT47 6LP]. There will be a small charge at Wilton Park per vehicle.
A courtesy shuttle bus will be in operation to and from both general carpark sites to the main Ebrington entrance all day and the pickup point will be clearly marked on the main Limavady Road at each location.
Additional parking is available at city centre carparks. Please adhere to the directional signage around the town and be aware of any charges for specific car parks. Derry City & Strabane – Carparks Derry City Area

Accessible Parking:

This is now fully booked and parking passes for Zone P2 (TEO carpark on Hill Avenue, Ebrington) have been issued via email.

Band Coach Parking:

Band Coach parking passes have been issued via email and are allocated to Zone P2 (TEO carpark on Hill Avenue, Ebrington)

Motorhomes:

Daily Motorhomes and campervans can use General Parking at Foyle College and Wilton Park. (No overnight)
Overnight motorhome parking is available at Foyle Railway Museum.
(see: Foyle Valley Railway Museum Car Park | United Kingdom|searchforsites.co.uk)

Officials’ Parking:

Parking passes for event officials and adjudicators will be issued to email and are allocated at Zone P3 (Oakgrove Integrated Primary School, 19 Limavady Rd, Londonderry BT47 6JY)

Band Guidance
Band Gazebos:

Gazebos must only be erected within the designated band tuning/practice area. Parking for gazebo transport vehicles is pre-booked and passes have been issued by email. Allocated parking is adjacent to the tuning park at Zone P1 (St Columb’s Road carpark). Limited to 1 vehicle per band – Gate Stewards will direct you.
You must have valid Public Liability Insurance schedule when applying online. If you have previously provided evidence you do not need to reupload. *If event organisers request gazebos to be taken down during the event for safety reasons, this must be complied with.

Practice / Tuning:

When your band is practicing/tuning, you must be aware of your proximity to any band and/or drum major contest arenas and must ensure that you do not get too close as to cause interference with them.
Final Tuning for both band arenas will be clearly identifiable. Bands should only sound within the final tuning area to ensure there is no interference with any contest arenas for bands or Drum Majors.
Bands should follow any requests from RSPBA/RSPBANI/IPBA Officials and Event Stewards regarding this and must comply.

Finale:

The finale will start at 18:00hrs and will be a massed band advancing playing “The Battle’s O’er”.
All bands should start preparing at 17:45hrs.
All bands and Drum Majors should be in place no later than 17:55hrs to ensure that the massed band finale commences promptly at 18:00hrs.
Nominated lead bands are: Bready Ulster Scots, Letterkenny & District, Middletown (CT) Police Benefit Association, Riverside Alliance, Raphoe Ulster Scots, Thiepval Memorial, Kildoag, Uddingston Strathclyde, Manorcunningham and will be informed by email in advance.

General Information
Programmes:

Will be available to purchase from the Registration Tent at a cost of £5.00. Cash, card and contactless is accepted.

Food/Drink:

There will be a selection of food and drink vendors on the day around the main arena site -please note, some may only take cash.
There is also a wide selection of cafes and bars around the Ebrington site and more eateries are a short walk over the Peace Bridge to city centre.

Barbeques:

Fixed and disposable barbeques are not permitted within the Ebrington site and this includes the band tuning area

Toilet Facilities:

Portaloos will be available at the event and will be detailed on the map within the programme. Please show respect to users of Accessible facilities as not all disabilities are visible.

First Aid:

Accredited First Aid from St John Ambulance will be available at the contest area and will be detailed on the map within the programme.

Lost Persons:

Please report any lost persons immediately to any Event officials on duty or at the RSPBANI van.

Drones:

Drones are not permitted to be flown above any crowd or public event. This restriction applies to all drones, regardless of size and weight. This is to ensure public safety and to minimise the risk of accidents or injuries.

Litter:

Please dispose of all litter in the bins provided around the contest area and band practice/tuning area. Bands are responsible for clearing any practice space they occupy at the end of the event.

Dogs:

Assistance dogs are welcome at this event. Other well-behaved dogs are also welcome but must be kept on a short lead and must be able to cope with large crowds and loud noises.
Please ensure any dogs barking does not interfere with performances.
Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of the waste in the appropriate bins.

Unacceptable Behaviour:

This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you – please demonstrate respect to them always.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Recording & Photographs:

Video recordings, audio recordings or photographs are not permitted without written permission from The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch and/or Irish Pipe Band Association prior to the commencement of the Championships.

What’s On Derry & Visit Derry

For things to see and do around Derry City & Strabane District Area, please visit Derry City & Strabane – Derry City & Strabane District Council and Events | Whats On | Visit Derry

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For any general event queries, please email contests@rspbani.org.
For specific Band/Drum Major queries, please email secretary@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1:
‘Big’ MSR (Minimum 4-parted tunes) + Medley (5-7 mins)

Grade 2:
MSR (Submit 2 – own choice)

Grade 3a:
Medley (3-5 mins)

Grade 3b:
Medley (3-5 mins)

Grade 4a:
March, Strathspey and Reel.

Grade 4b:
March Selection.

Closing date for entries: Monday 9th June 2025
Draw
Band Draw is available here
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Drum Major Draw is available here
2025-All-Ireland-DM-Draw
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Results
Results summaries will be available here after the contest ends

Ards & North Down Pipe Band Championships 2025
2025-07-19 11:00 - 18:00 | Regent House Playing Fields, 3 Comber Rd, Newtownards, BT23 4JS, United Kingdom
Attending Ards & North Down Championships 2025
Admission & Parking
Event Admission: Free

General Parking:

Parking is available at Regent House School campus (Circular Road, BT23 4AQ) which is 5 minute’s walk along the canal path. Parking is also available at town centre car parks, charges/restrictions may apply. Click here to see Council carpark information for Newtownards

Accessible Parking:

Limited car parking for Blue Badge holders is available at designated accessible car parking zone within the main venue. You must reserve a space in advance and you must have a valid blue badge for an occupant of the vehicle on the day. Motorhomes with blue badges can also book for this area.
Please pre-book using Parking Pass Application Form.

Band Coach Parking:

Band Coaches must only park at designated coach parking zone which is located at Regent House school campus.
Please pre-book using Parking Pass Application Form.

Motorhomes:

No overnight motorhome parking is available at the venue or at Regent House school campus. Please see Caravan and Camping – Ards & North Down for information.
Daily motorhome parking for the event will be at General Parking. Pre-booked Accessible Parking (see above) for motorhomes is available if an occupant of the vehicle holds a valid blue badge which must be presented at the gate.

Band Guidance
Band Gazebos:

Gazebos must only be erected within the designated band tuning/practice areas
Parking for gazebo transport is limited to 1 vehicle per band
Please pre-book gazebo parking using Parking Pass Application Form.
You must have valid Public Liability Insurance schedule when applying online. If you have previously provided evidence you do not need to reupload. *If event organisers request gazebos to be taken down during the event for safety reasons, this must be complied with.

Practice / Tuning:

When your band is practicing/tuning, you must be aware of your proximity to any band and/or drum major contest arenas and must ensure that you do not get too close as to cause interference with them.
Final Tuning will be clearly identifiable. Bands should only sound within the final tuning area to ensure there is no interference with any contest arenas for bands or Drum Majors. Bands should follow any requests from RSPBA Directors or Branch Stewards regarding this and must comply.

Finale:

The finale will start at 17:00hrs and will be a massed band advancing playing “The Battle’s O’er”.
Bands should start preparing at 16:40hrs
All bands and Drum Majors should be in place no later than 16:45hrs to ensure that the Massed Band Finale commences promptly.
Nominated lead bands are Cleland Memorial, Kirkistown, Drumlough, and Gransha and will be informed by email in advance.

General Information
Programmes:

Will be available to purchase from the Registration Tent at a cost of £3.00. Cash, card and contactless is accepted.

Food/Drink:

There will be a selection of food and drink vendors on the day. Please note, some may only take cash.
There is also a large selection of eateries within the town centre which is 8mins walk down South Street from the contest venue.

Barbeques:

Fixed and disposable barbeques are not permitted within Regent House Playing Fields or within Regent House school campus.

Toilet Facilities:

Portaloos will be available at the event and will be detailed on the map within the programme.
Please show respect to users of Accessible facilities as not all disabilities are visible.

First Aid:

Accredited First Aid will be available at the contest area and will be detailed on the map within the programme.

Lost Persons:

Please report any lost persons immediately to any Branch officials on duty or at the RSPBANI van.

Drones:

Drones are not permitted to be flown above any crowd or public event. This restriction applies to all drones, regardless of size and weight. This is to ensure public safety and to minimise the risk of accidents or injuries.

Litter:

Please dispose of all litter in the bins provided around the contest area and band practice/tuning area.
Bands are responsible for clearing any practice space they occupy at the end of the event.

Dogs:

No dogs except for Assistance dogs are allowed at this event.

Unacceptable Behaviour:

This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you – please demonstrate respect to them always. There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Recording & Photographs:

Video recordings, audio recordings or photographs are not permitted without written permission from The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch prior to the commencement of the Championships.

Visit Ards & North Down:

For things to see and do around the Ards and North Down borough area click here

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For any general event queries, please email contests@rspbani.org.
For specific Band/Drum Major queries, please email secretary@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1:
Medley (5-7 mins)

Grade 2:
MSR (Submit 2 – own choice)

Grade 3a:
Medley (3-5 mins)

Grade 3b:
Medley (3-5 mins)

Grade 4a:
March, Strathspey and Reel.

Grade 4b:
March Selection.

Closing date for entries: Monday 30th June 2025
Draw
Band Draw is available here
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Drum Major Draw is available here
2025-Ards-DM-Draw
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Results
Results summaries will be available here after the contest ends

Ulster Pipe Band Championships 2025
2025-08-02 10:00 - 18:00 | West Strand, Eglinton St, Portrush, BT56 8DY
Attending the 72nd Ulster Championships
Venue: West Strand Bay, Portrush
[click here for location map]
Admission & Parking
Event Admission: Free

General Parking:

Parking is available at various town centre car parks – charges/restrictions may apply.

Accessible Parking:

Limited car parking for Blue Badge holders was available to be pre-booked w/c 21 July – however, full capacity has been reached with all available spaces now allocated. Please use alternative parking around the town centre.
A reminder that you will only gain entry to the accessible parking area if you present a unique accessible parking pass together with a valid blue badge. This blue badge must be for an occupant of the vehicle on the day.
Entry will be denied if you do not present both pass and blue badge.

Band Coach Parking:

Band Coaches must only park at designated coach parking zone.
Please pre-book using Parking Pass Application Form.
Passes will be issued on Friday 1 August before 7pm.

Motorhomes:

No overnight parking is available at West Strand Bay. Daily motorhome parking is available close to the venue – please see Sandhill Drive Motorhome Park | Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council for information.

Band Guidance
Band Gazebos:

Gazebos must only be erected within the designated band tuning/practice areas
Parking for gazebo transport is limited to 1 vehicle per band
Please pre-book gazebo parking using Parking Pass Application Form.
Passes will be issued on Friday 1 August before 7pm.
You must have valid Public Liability Insurance schedule when applying online. If you have previously provided evidence you do not need to reupload.
If event organisers request gazebos to be taken down during the event for safety reasons, this must be complied with.

Practice / Tuning:

When your band is practicing/tuning, you must be aware of your proximity to any band and/or drum major contest arenas and must ensure that you do not get too close as to cause interference with them.
Final Tuning will be clearly identifiable.
Bands should only sound within the final tuning area to ensure there is no interference with any contest arenas for bands or Drum Majors.
Bands should follow any requests from RSPBA Directors or Branch Stewards regarding this and must comply.

Finale:

The finale will be a massed band, advancing playing “The Battle’s O’er”.
Bands should start preparing at the conclusion of Grade 1 competition and all bands and Drum Majors must be in place no later than 17:25hrs to ensure that the Massed Band Finale commences promptly.
Nominated lead bands are: Closkelt, Irvine Memorial, Gransha, McDonald Memorial and Joseph Forde Memorial and will be informed by email in advance.

Parade:

At the conclusion of the Finale and prizegiving, a parade along the Promenade will commence at 6.15pm.
The parade will start at the event area at West Strand Bay, parading along to South Pier and up to the grass area adjacent to Kerr Street.
Pipe Majors please note, the Promenade narrows for a short distance and Bands will have to go 3-abreast through this area.

General Information
Programmes:

Will be available to purchase from the Registration Tent at a cost of £3.00. Cash, card and contactless is accepted.

Food/Drink:

There will be a selection of food and drink vendors on the day. Please note, some may only take cash. There is also a large selection of eateries within the Town centre.

Barbeques:

Fixed and disposable barbeques are not permitted at this event.

Toilet Facilities:

Toilets and Portaloos will be available at the event and will be detailed on the map within the programme.
Please show respect to users of Accessible facilities as not all disabilities are visible.

First Aid:

Accredited First Aid will be available at the contest area and will be detailed on the map within the programme.

Lost Persons:

Please report any lost persons immediately to any Branch officials on duty or at the RSPBANI van.

Drones:

Drones are not permitted to be flown above any crowd or public event. This restriction applies to all drones, regardless of size and weight. This is to ensure public safety and to minimise the risk of accidents or injuries.

Litter:

Please dispose of all litter in the bins provided around the contest area and band practice/tuning area. Bands are responsible for clearing any practice space they occupy at the end of the event.

Dogs:

Assistance dogs are welcome at this event.
Well-behaved dogs are also welcome but must be kept on a short lead and must be able to cope with large crowds and loud noises.
Please ensure any dogs barking does not interfere with performances.
Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of the waste in the appropriate bins.

Unacceptable Behaviour:

This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you – please demonstrate respect to them always.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Recording & Photographs:

Video recordings, audio recordings or photographs are not permitted without written permission from The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch prior to the commencement of the Championships.

Visit Causeway Coasts & Glens

For things to see and do around Portrush and the wider borough area click here

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For any general event queries, please email contests@rspbani.org.
For specific Band/Drum Major queries, please email secretary@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1:
‘Small’ MSR (Maximum 4-parted tunes) + Medley (5-7 mins)

Grade 2:
Medley (4-6 mins)

Grade 3a:
MSR

Grade 3b:
MSR

Grade 4a:
March, Strathspey and Reel.

Grade 4b:
March Selection.

Closing date for entries: Monday 14th July 2025
Draw
Band Draw is available here
2025-Ulsters-Bands-Draw
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Drum Major Draw is available here
2025-Ulsters-DM-Draw
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Results
Results summaries will be available here after the contest ends

Heart O' Down Pipe Band Championships 2025
2025-08-09 10:00 - 18:00 | Donard Park, Donard Park, Newcastle, BT33 0WR
Attending the Heart o’ Down Championships 2025
This event is kindly supported by Newry, Mourne & Down District Council.
Traffic in and around Newcastle town centre and Donard Park can be very congested at times and as this is a popular Championships we expect it to be very busy. Please leave plenty of time for your journey and adhere to all instructions/guidance from Event Officials, Security-Traffic Personnel and Police.
Dundrum Village Festival is also taking place on Saturday 9 August with parts of Main Street closed. Diversions around Dundrum village will be in place but this may cause some delays, again please leave plenty of time for your journey.

Admission & Parking

Admission: Free
General Parking:

Parking is available at Donard Park car park and the hillside area (as per previous years). This is on a first come, first serve basis and is not pre-bookable.
Please park considerately and legally. Any vehicles parked wrongly or illegally will be asked to move by Police.
If parking capacity is reached at Donard Park and the hillside area, you will need to seek alternative parking around the town centre car parks where charges/restrictions may apply.
The hillside area will be closed at 7pm – it is your responsibility to ensure you have vacated this area before closing or your vehicle may be locked in.
There is a one way system in operation on the hillside – You must only exit via Shan Slieve Drive.

Accessible Parking

Limited car parking for Blue Badge holders is available to be pre-booked from 24 July using Parking Pass Application Form – when full capacity is reached you will have to use general parking.
A reminder that you will only gain entry to the accessible parking area if you present both a unique accessible parking pass together with a valid blue badge. This blue badge must be for an occupant of the vehicle on the day.
Entry to this area will be denied if you do not present both pass and blue badge.
Passes will be issued at least 24hrs before the event.
There is a vehicle height restriction to this area of the carpark.

Band Coach parking

Band Coaches must only park at designated area.
Please pre-book using Parking Pass Application Form.
Passes will be issued at least 24hrs before the event.

Motorhome Parking:

Unfortunately, no overnight parking is available in Donard Park.
General public parking for motorhomes will be available on the day at the bottom of the hillside.
Overnight accommodation information is available here.

Band Guidance

Band Gazebos:

Gazebos must only be erected within the designated band tuning/practice areas.
Parking for gazebo transport is limited to 1 vehicle per band and you must pre-book gazebo parking using Parking Pass Application Form.
Passes will be issued at least 24hrs before the event.
You must have valid Public Liability Insurance schedule when applying online. If you have previously provided evidence you do not need to reupload.
If event organisers request gazebos to be taken down during the event for safety reasons, this must be complied with.

Practice / Tuning:

When your band is practicing/tuning, you must be aware of your proximity to any band and/or drum major contest arenas and must ensure that you do not get too close as to cause interference with them.
Final Tuning will be clearly identifiable.
Bands should only sound within the final tuning area to ensure there is no interference with any contest arenas for bands or Drum Majors.
Bands should follow any requests from RSPBA Directors or Branch Stewards regarding this and must comply.

Finale:

The finale will be a massed band, advancing playing “The Battle’s O’er”.
Bands should start preparing at the conclusion of Grade 1 competition and all bands and Drum Majors must be in place no later than 16:45 to ensure that the Massed Band Finale commences promptly.
Nominated lead bands are: Ravara, Moneygore, Hollymount, Altnaveigh Memorial, Upper Crossgare and Down Academy and will be informed by email in advance.
All bands should follow direction from Stewards and Senior Drum Major Charlotte Ruddock.
As per local competition rules: Failure to attend the finale at the given time shall result in a fine, the amount of which to be determined annually by the Executive Committee. All competing bands must take part in the grand finale, unless permission to be excused has been granted by the Contest Secretary.

Parade:

At the conclusion of the Finale and prizegiving, there will be a short parade for bands, drum majors and trophy carriers. This will commence from Donard Car Park Main Entrance at approximately 6pm and will progress on to Bryansford Road against the traffic, left on to Central Promenade and then onto Beach Footpath and concluding at Donard Car Park Rear Entrance
Drum Majors must ensure safety when flourishing. Flourishing including throws should only be carried out when there is adequate space and the conditions allow.
The Branch does not accept any liability and bands must have their own relevant public liability insurance to cover themselves.
All bands and Drum Majors, and other participants must take direction and instructions from Parade Marshals and Branch Officials at all times .

GENERAL INFORMATION

Programmes:

Will be available to purchase from the Registration Tent at a cost of £3.00. Cash, card and contactless is accepted.

Food/Drink:

There will be a selection of food and drink vendors on the day. Please note, some may only take cash. There is also a large selection of eateries within the Town centre.

Barbeques:

Fixed and disposable barbeques are not permitted at this event.

Toilet Facilities:

Portaloos will be available at the event and will be detailed on the map within the programme.
Please show respect to users of Accessible facilities as not all disabilities are visible.

First Aid:

Accredited First Aid will be available at the contest area and will be detailed on the map within the programme.

Lost Persons:

Please report any lost persons immediately to any Branch officials on duty or at the RSPBANI van.

Drones:

Drones are not permitted to be flown above any crowd or public event. This restriction applies to all drones, regardless of size and weight. This is to ensure public safety and to minimise the risk of accidents or injuries.

Litter:

Please dispose of all litter in the bins provided around the contest area and band practice/tuning area.
Bands are responsible for clearing any practice space they occupy at the end of the event.

Dogs:

Assistance dogs are welcome at this event.
Well-behaved dogs are also welcome but must be kept on a short lead and must be able to cope with large crowds and loud noises.
Please ensure any dogs barking do not interfere with band and Drum Major performances.
Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of the waste in the appropriate bins.

Unacceptable Behaviour:

This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you – please demonstrate respect to them always.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Recording & Photographs:

Video recordings, audio recordings or photographs are not permitted without written permission from The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch prior to the commencement of the Championships.

Visit Mourne Mountains and Ring of Gullion:

For things to see and do around Newcastle click here.

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For any general event queries, please email contests@rspbani.org.
For specific Band/Drum Major queries, please email secretary@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1:
‘Small’ MSR (Maximum 4-parted tunes) + Medley (5-7 mins)

Grade 2:
MSR (Submit 2) & Medley (4-6 mins)

Grade 3a:
MSR & Medley (3-5 mins)

Grade 3b:
MSR & Medley (3-5 mins)

Grade 4a:
March, Strathspey and Reel.

Grade 4b:
March Selection.

Closing date for entries: Monday 21st July 2025
Draw
Band Draw is available here
2025-Newcastle-Bands-Draw
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Drum Major Draw is available here
2025-Newcastle-DM-Draw
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Results
Results summaries will be available here after the contest ends

UK Solo Drumming Championships 2025
2025-09-06 11:00 - 17:00 | Co. Tyrone
RSPBA UK Solo Snare Drumming Championships 2025
The RPSBA United Kingdom Solo Drumming hosted by RSPBA Northern Ireland Branch will take place on Saturday 6th September – venue tbc.In addition to the Adult Grade, where competitors play for the Bobby Rea cup and one of six coveted semi-final spots in the upcoming World Solo Drumming championships, there will be 5 Juvenile grades – in line with the grades at the World Solo Drumming
Playing Requirements

JUVENILESECTION
CRITERIA
PLAYING REQUIREMENTS

1
Aged under 14 years on the 1st November 2024 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile or Grade 4.
8 Parts of Quick March tempo in 2/4 time signature, tunes from the RSPBA Approved List

2
Aged 14 years and over and under 18 years on the 1st November 2024 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile or Grade 4.
8 Parts of Quick March tempo in 2/4 time signature, tunes from the RSPBA Approved List

3
Aged under 14 years on the 1st November 2024 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile, Grade 4, Juvenile, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1.
March, Strathspey and Reel, to be played without stopping in between tunes. Minimum of FOUR parts each tune.

4
Aged 14 years and over and under 16 years on the 1st November 2024 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile, Grade 4, Juvenile, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1.
March, Strathspey and Reel, to be played without stopping in between tunes. Minimum of FOUR parts each tune.

5
Aged 16 years and over and under 18 years on the 1st November 2024 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile, Grade 4, Juvenile, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1.
March, Strathspey and Reel, to be played without stopping in between tunes. Minimum of FOUR parts each tune.

For further details on playing requirements click here.
Adult Snare

Open to those Aged 18 years or over on the 1st November 2024 and registered with a Band Graded; Grade 4, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1.
Each competitor must Submit two March, Strathspey and Reel sets, each tune minimum of four parts.
In the MSR, each tune is to have minimum of four parts, and the set is to be played without stopping in between tunes.
Set to play will be drawn “on the line” by the responsible Director.

Rules

Contest run under RSPBA rules.
All competitors must be registered members of an RSPBA Pipe Band or Overseas Pipe Band Association that is affiliated to the RSPBA.
All competitors must wear band uniform.
Contests to be adjudicated by RSPBA approved drumming adjudicators.
SIX places for the World Solo Drumming Semi-Final event will be awarded at this qualifying event
The highest placed players who have not already pre-qualified for the 2025 Adult World Solo Drumming Championship shall be granted a semi-final place.
Entry fee for this event is £10 (Adult grade) and £5 (Juvenile grades), which is non-refundable.
Closing Date – Wednesday 27th August 2025
No late entries will be accepted.
Further entry fee payable for World Solo Drumming Event 2025.
Draw is available here
Entries via branch website (below)
Results available here after the event has completed

All Ireland and JAC Piping & Drumming Solo Championships 2025
2025-09-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Lusk National School, Lusk, Dublin, K45CX43, Ireland
All Ireland Syllabus is available here
JAC Syllabus is available here
Draw
Download
2025-All-Ireland-JAC-Solos_order-of-play_1
Piping Entry Form
Drumming Entry Form

Branch Meeting - Feb 2026
2026-02-04 19:30 | via Zoom, United Kingdom
🗓️ 4th February
7:30pm
📍online via Zoom
The next Branch Meeting will be held via zoom on Wednesday 4 February 2026 at 7:30pm.

Zoom meeting login details, agenda and previous minutes will be sent to all band secretaries’ emails next week.

We encourage all our band secretaries to attend or to send another band representative to hear latest updates and to have their opportunity to raise any present queries or issues.

If your band did not receive notification of this meeting, or if you have changed your registered band secretary email address, please contact secretary@rspbani.org to update.

RSPBANI75 - Gala Dinner
2026-02-21 18:30 - 2026-02-22 01:00 | La Mon Hotel and Country Club, 41 Gransha Rd,, Comber, Newtownards, Co Down, BT23 5RF, United Kingdom
🎟️Tickets now on sale!
🗓️21st February
🕰️ 6:30pm
📍La Mon Hotel & Country Club
As part of our RSPBANI75 celebrations, we are hosting a Formal Gala Dinner to celebrate the proud history of the organisation we’ve built together, the partnerships formed, the music, the community and the progress driven by our bandspeople.
This event will be a formal black-tie dinner, with dancing and live entertainment.
We will also be running a charity raffle on the evening with some fantastic prizes up for grabs! Proceeds will go to Pipe Band College Northern Ireland to support our future pipers, drummers and Drum Majors!
Let’s come together to honour the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future.
🎟️ Book your tickets here
Event Information

Ticket price:
£60.00 per person – discounted to £55.00 per person when booking 10 or more tickets.
Tables seat:
10 people max
Drinks reception on arrival with three-courses.
-Starter: Cream of Vegetable Soup
-Main: Supreme of Co. Down Chicken with savoury stuffing, honey & thyme sauce, and seasonal vegetables.
-Dessert: Raspberry & White Chocolate Cheesecake
-Tea and Coffee
Special Dietary requirements can be specified when booking tickets
Live Music
from The Merchants live six-piece band.
Charity Raffle
in aid of the Pipe Band College Northern Ireland, supporting tomorrow’s pipers, drummers and Drum Majors!
Special Room Rate Available
Special Event rates available include full use of the Country Club during stay.
– Single B&B £145
– Double/Twin B&B £165
Guests should contact La Mon Hotel directly on tel. 028 9044 8631 and quote ‘RSPBANI75 21.02.26

For any general queries relating to this event, please email rspbani75@rspbani.org or contact the office daily on tel. 0752 636 3296.

Branch Meeting - Apr 2026
2026-04-01 19:30 | via Zoom, United Kingdom
The next Branch Meeting will be held via zoom on Wednesday 1 April 2026 at 7:30pm.

1st April
7:30pm
online via Zoom

Zoom meeting login details, agenda and previous minutes have be sent to all band secretaries’ emails.

We encourage all our band secretaries to attend or to send another band representative to hear latest updates and to have their opportunity to raise any present queries or issues just ahead of the season starting.

If your band did not receive notification of this meeting, or if you have changed your registered band secretary email address, please contact secretary@rspbani.org to update.

UK Solo Drumming Championships 2026
2026-04-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Cookstown High School, Coolnafranky Demesne, Cookstown, Co. Tyrone, BT80 8PQ
RSPBA United Kingdom Solo Snare Drumming Championships 2026
The RPSBA United Kingdom Solo Drumming hosted by The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch will take place on Friday 17th April in Cookstown High School. Start time will be 5pm.
In addition to the Adult Grade, where competitors play for the Bobby Rea cup and one of six coveted semi-final spots in the World Solo Drumming Championships later in the year, there will be five Juvenile section grades – in line with the grades at the World Solo Drumming.
Event Info
Event times

Doors open: 4:15pm.
First competitor performances: 5:00pm.

Competitor Registration:

On arrival, please proceed to Boys’ Gym.
Through the main doors of Coolnafranky Building and turn right.

Admission for spectators:

£5.00 for all non-competitors.
Cash, card and contactless accepted.
Competitors and their accompanying pipers do not need to pay admission.

Parking

Please park considerately within the school grounds.
Any cars parked inappropriately will be asked to move.

Food & Drink

There will be no catering available on-site at this event.

Unacceptable Behaviour

Please demonstrate respect at all times.
This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Results
Results will be published after the solos on the main 2026 results page.
Playing Requirements

JUVENILE
SECTION
CRITERIA
PLAYING REQUIREMENTS

1
Aged under 14 years on the 1st November 2025 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile or Grade 4.
8 Parts of Quick March tempo in 2/4 time signature, tunes from the RSPBA Approved List

2
Aged 14 years and over and under 18 years on the 1st November 2025 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile or Grade 4.
8 Parts of Quick March tempo in 2/4 time signature, tunes from the RSPBA Approved List

3
Aged under 14 years on the 1st November 2025 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile, Grade 4, Juvenile, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1.
March, Strathspey and Reel, to be played without stopping in between tunes. Minimum of FOUR parts each tune.

4
Aged 14 years and over and under 16 years on the 1st November 2025 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile, Grade 4, Juvenile, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1.
March, Strathspey and Reel, to be played without stopping in between tunes. Minimum of FOUR parts each tune.

5
Aged 16 years and over and under 18 years on the 1st November 2025 and registered with a Band Graded; Novice Juvenile, Grade 4, Juvenile, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1.
March, Strathspey and Reel, to be played without stopping in between tunes. Minimum of FOUR parts each tune.

Adult
Snare
Open to those Aged 18 years or over on the 1st November and registered with a Band Graded; Grade 4, Grade 3, Grade 2 or Grade 1
March, Strathspey and Reel, to be played without stopping in between tunes. Minimum of FOUR parts each tune.
Two MSRs to be submitted and will be drawn on the line.

For further details on playing requirements click here.
Rules

Contest run under RSPBA rules.
All competitors must be registered members of an RSPBA Pipe Band or Overseas Pipe Band Association that is affiliated to the RSPBA.
All competitors must wear band uniform.
Contests to be adjudicated by RSPBA approved drumming adjudicators.
SIX places for the World Solo Drumming Semi-Final event will be awarded at this qualifying event
The highest placed players who have not already pre-qualified for the 2026 Adult World Solo Drumming Championship shall be granted a semi-final place.
Entry fee for this event is £10 (Adult grade) and £5 (Juvenile grades), which is non-refundable.
Closing Date – Wednesday 25th March 2026
No late entries will be accepted.
Further entry fee payable for World Solo Drumming Event 2026.
Draw will be published on RSPBANI branch website
Entries via RSPBANI branch website (below)
Results available here after the event has completed

Ulster Piping & Drumming Solo Championships 2026
2026-04-18 10:00 - 18:00 | Cookstown High School, Coolnafranky Demesne, Cookstown, Co. Tyrone, BT80 8PQ
Event Info
Times and Locations

Doors open: 9:00am.
First competitor performances: 10:00am.
All practice rooms are located in Coolnafranky Building.
Piping & Bass/Tenor competitions will take place in the Coolnafranky Building.
Snare competitions will take place in Block 2 (same as last year).
Novice prizes will be announced in the Boys’ Gym (Coolnafranky Building) at approx 1:00pm.
Main prizes will be announced in the Millar Hall (Coolnafranky Building) at the end of the day, when both A Grade Piping and A Grade Drumming have concluded.

Competitor Registration

On arrival, please proceed to Boys’ Gym (Coolnafranky Building)
Through the main doors and turn right.
All solo trophies should be taken to this area also.
A reminder that no band / drum major trophies should be brought to this event. (See here)

Admission for spectators

£5.00 for all non-competitors. An event programme will be included.
Cash, card and contactless accepted.
Competitors and their accompanying pipers do not need to pay admission.

Parking

Please park considerately within the school grounds.
Any cars parked inappropriately will be asked to move.

Food & Drink

Catering will be available on-site, provided by Glaze & Roll.

Unacceptable Behaviour

Please demonstrate respect at all times.
This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Syllabus is available here
Entry forms are below
Entries close: Monday 23rd March 2026
Email secretary@rspbani.org with any queries or issues
Results
Results will be published after the solos on the main 2026 results page.

Co. Down Section Indoor Pipe Band Competition
2026-04-25 11:00 - 18:00 | Dromore High School, 31 Banbridge Road, Dromore, BT25 1ND
Admission & Carparking

Admission for spectators:

Admission is free.
Programmes are available for £1 – cash only

Car Parking information

See the images below for information on car parking

Draw
Co. Down Section Indoor Contest Draw is available here.
Click on the document to view the controls.
Indoor-Draw-2026
Syllabus
Syllabus is available here
Email codownsection@hotmail.com with any queries or issues
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
Medley (5 to 7 minutes) [submit 1]

Grade 2
MSR [submit 1]

Grades 3B & 3A
Medley (3 to 5 minutes)

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels
from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

General Information
Catering will be available onsite from Glaze & Roll.
Results
Results will be published after the indoors on the main 2026 results page.

Mid Ulster Piping Quartet Contest
2026-05-09 11:00 - 18:00 | Cookstown Primary School, Molesworth St, Cookstown, BT80 8NX
Event Info
Times and Locations

Doors open: 9:30am.
First competitor performances: 11:00am.
Cookstown Primary School
This is the building at the bottom of the grounds, on your right when you come through the gates from the main road

Band Registration

Please register on arrival at Cookstown Primary School
Each band has been allocated a practice room

Admission for spectators

£5.00 for all non-competitors. An event programme will be included.
Cash, card and contactless accepted.

Parking

Please park considerately within the school grounds.
Please do not park on the grass.
Any cars parked inappropriately will be asked to move.

Food & Drink

Catering will be available on-site, provided by Kitty’s Kitchen

Safeguarding

Safeguarding Information can be found here

Unacceptable Behaviour

Please demonstrate respect at all times.
This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Syllabus
Syllabus is available here
Email secretary@rspbani.org with any queries or issues
Draw
Mid Ulster Piping Quartet Contest Draw is available here.
Click on the document to view the controls.
RSPBANI_Mid_Ulster_Quartets_Draw_v4
Results
Results will be published after the contest on the main 2026 results page.

Co. Fermanagh Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships 2026
2026-05-23 11:00 - 18:00 | Necarne Estate, Irvinestown, County Fermanagh, BT94 1EB
Directions
Google Maps ref: maps.app.goo.gl/DzHrkHFFUphZtKws5

Directions from Belfast

Take the M1 south towards Dungannon
Continue on the A4 towards Ballygawley roundabout
Take 3rd exit for Ballygawley and head for Omagh
After a few miles, take left towards Fintona
Continue west towards Dromore
From Dromore, head south west towards Irvinestown
When in Irvinestown, turn left into Main Street, at the bottom, cross the roundabout down between Necarne Arms and clocktown into Castle Street.
At the end of Castle Street you will come to the entrance to Necarne Estate.
Note: Castle Street is narrow with two-way traffic and has two speed ramps.

Directions from Enniskillen

Take the A32 towards Irvinestown
When in Irvinestown, turn left into Mill Street.
At the end of Mill Street, at the roundabout, you will see Mahon’s Hotel on your right and clocktower on left.
Turn left into Castle Street.
At the end of Castle Street you will come to the entrance to Necarne Estate.
Note: Castle Street is narrow with two-way traffic and has two speed ramps.

Directions from Omagh

Take the A32 Clanabogan Road towards Dromore
From Dromore, head south west towards Irvinestown
When in Irvinestown, turn left into Main Street, at the bottom, cross the roundabout down between Necarne Arms and clocktown into Castle Street.
At the end of Castle Street you will come to the entrance to Necarne Estate.
Note: Castle Street is narrow with two-way traffic and has two speed ramps.

Castle Street
Necarne entrance
Admission & Carparking
Event Admission

£5.00 per car
Card, Contactless & Cash accepted

General Parking

Parking is available on site – please adhere to all instructions from event staff at the entrance gate.

Accessible Parking

Provision for a reasonable amount of accessible car parking for Blue Badge holders is available.
This is allocated on a first come, first served basis.
When full capacity for this area has been reached, you will have to use general parking.
Please present your blue badge at the entrance and you will be directed to the accessible car parking zone.
This blue badge must be for an occupant of the vehicle on the day.
Entry to this zone will be denied if you do not present a valid blue badge.

Band Coach Parking

Band coaches must only park at the designated coach parking zone
Please contact neilstronge@hotmail.com to arrange
Passes will be issued 48hrs before the event

Motorhomes

Motorhomes are permitted but must park in the designated Motorhome parking zone
Please contact neilstronge@hotmail.com to arrange
Overnight parking must be arranged with Castle Irvine directly.

Information for Bands
Band Gazebos

Gazebos must only be erected within the designated area.
Gazebos must not be erected outside of this area or they will be asked to move.
You may only erect a band gazebo at this event if you have applied for a Season2026 Gazebo Permit.
If you still need to apply, please see 🔗Gazebo Application Form
If you have already applied for a Season2026 Gazebo Permit for this event, and your band is entered, a gazebo parking pass will be emailed out to you 48hrs before the event.
You must provide evidence of Public Liability Insurance schedule when applying for your permit online
If event organisers request gazebos to be taken down during the event for safety reasons, this must be complied with

Practice/Tuning

When your band is practising/tuning, you must be aware of your proximity to any band and/or drum major contest arenas and must ensure that you do not get too close as to cause interference with them
Final Tuning will be clearly identifiable
Bands should only sound within the final tuning area to ensure there is no interference with any contest arenas for bands or Drum Majors
Bands should follow any requests from RSPBA Directors, Branch Stewards or Section Representatives regarding this and this must complied with

Finale

The finale will be a massed band, advancing playing “The Battle’s O’er”.
Bands should start preparing at the conclusion of Grade 1 competition.
(The last band plays at 16:20hrs)
All bands and Drum Majors must be in place no later than 16:55hrs to ensure that the massed band finale commences promptly at 17:00hrs.
Drum majors must not flourish during the preparation of the massed band.
Nominated lead bands are: Irvine Memorial, Matt Boyd Memorial, and Syerla & District. These bands should be centre of the front row and aim to be in place no later than 16:50hrs.
Bands and drum majors should follow all instructions from the Senior Drum Major Charlotte Ruddock and Branch/Section Stewards.

General Information
Programmes

Will be available to purchase from the Registration Tent at a cost of £3.00. Cash, card and contactless is accepted.

Food/Drink

There will be a selection of food and drink vendors on the day. Please note, some may only take cash.

Barbeques

Fixed and disposable barbeques are not permitted at this event.

Toilet Facilities

Toilets and Portaloos will be available at the event and will be detailed on the map within the programme.
Please show respect to users of Accessible facilities as not all disabilities are visible.

First Aid

Accredited First Aid will be available at the contest area and will be detailed on the map within the programme.

Lost Persons

Please report any lost persons immediately to any Branch/Section officials on duty.

Drones

Drones are not permitted to be flown above any crowd or public event. This restriction applies to all drones, regardless of size and weight. This is to ensure public safety and to minimise the risk of accidents or injuries.

Litter

Please dispose of all litter in the bins provided around the contest area and band practice/tuning area. Bands are responsible for clearing any practice space they occupy at the end of the event.

Dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome at this event.
Well-behaved dogs are also welcome but must be kept on a short lead and must be able to cope with large crowds and loud noises.
Please ensure any dogs barking do not interfere with performances.
Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of the waste in the appropriate bins.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding Information can be found here

Unacceptable Behaviour

This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you – please demonstrate respect to them always.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Recording & Photographs

Video recordings, audio recordings or photographs are not permitted without written permission from The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch prior to the commencement of the Championships.

Tourist Information

For things to see and do around the area and the wider Fermanagh & Omagh District area, please see:
🔗www.fermanaghlakelands.com and 🔗www.exploreomaghsperrins.com
For information regarding Castle Irvine Necarne Estate, please see 🔗www.castleirvine.com

Band Draw
Band Draw is available here.
Click on the document to view the controls.
RSPBANI-Co.-Fermanagh-2026_Draw_v3
Drum Major Draw
Drum Major Dress time is 11:00
Drum Major Draw is available here.
Click on the document to view the controls.
RSPBANI-Co.-Fermanagh-2026_DM_Draw_v2
Syllabus
Syllabus is available here
This event is organised by the County Fermanagh Section. If you have any queries, please e-mail neilstronge@hotmail.co.uk.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
Medley (5 to 7 minutes)

Grade 2
MSR

Grades 3B & 3A
Medley (3 to 5 minutes)

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,

1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and

1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR

2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.

Mid Ulster Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships 2026
2026-06-06 11:00 - 18:00 | Cookstown High School, Coolnafranky Demesne, Cookstown, Co. Tyrone, BT80 8PQ
Admission & Carparking
Event Admission

£5.00 per car
Card, Contactless & Cash accepted

General Parking

Parking is available on site – please adhere to all instructions from event staff at the entrance gate.

Accessible Parking

Provision for a limited amount of accessible car parking for Blue Badge holders is available.
Please pre-book this by using the Parking Pass Application Form 🔗Click Here
When full capacity for this area has been reached, the application system will close and you will have to use general parking.
A reminder that you will only gain entry to the accessible parking zone if you present the unique accessible parking pass together with a valid blue badge.
This blue badge must be for an occupant of the vehicle on the day.
Entry to this zone will be denied if you do not present both parking pass & blue badge

Band Coach Parking

Band coaches must only park at the designated coach parking zone
Please pre-book this by using the Parking Pass Application Form 🔗Click Here
Passes will be issues 48hrs before the event

Motorhomes

Motorhomes are permitted but must park in the designated Motorhome parking zone
Overnight parking is not available on site

Information for Bands
Band Gazebos

Gazebos must only be erected within the designated area (on the hill)
Gazebos must not be erected on the football pitches where the arenas are located
You may only erect a band gazebo at this event if you have applied for a Season2026 Gazebo Permit
If you still need to apply, please see 🔗Gazebo Application Form
If you have already applied for a Season2026 Gazebo Permit for this event, and your band is entered, a gazebo parking pass will be emailed out to you 48hrs before the event
You must provide evidence of Public Liability Insurance schedule when applying for your permit online
If event organisers request gazebos to be taken down during the event for safety reasons, this must be complied with

Practice/Tuning

When your band is practising/tuning, you must be aware of your proximity to any band and/or drum major contest arenas and must ensure that you do not get too close as to cause interference with them
Final Tuning will be clearly identifiable
Bands should only sound within the final tuning area to ensure there is no interference with any contest arenas for bands or Drum Majors
Bands should follow any requests from RSPBA Directors, Branch Stewards or Section Representatives regarding this and this must complied with

Finale

The finale will be a massed band, advancing playing “The Battle’s O’er”
Bands should start preparing at the conclusion of Grade 1 competition and all bands and Drum Majors must be in place no later than 16:00hrs to ensure that the Massed Band Finale commences promptly.
Nominated lead bands will be informed by email in advance

General Information
Programmes

Will be available to purchase from the Registration Tent at a cost of £3.00. Cash, card and contactless is accepted.

Food/Drink

There will be a selection of food and drink vendors on the day. Please note, some may only take cash.

Barbeques

Fixed and disposable barbeques are not permitted at this event.

Toilet Facilities

Toilets and Portaloos will be available at the event and will be detailed on the map within the programme.
Please show respect to users of Accessible facilities as not all disabilities are visible.

First Aid

Accredited First Aid will be available at the contest area and will be detailed on the map within the programme.

Lost Persons

Please report any lost persons immediately to any Branch/Section officials on duty.

Drones

Drones are not permitted to be flown above any crowd or public event. This restriction applies to all drones, regardless of size and weight. This is to ensure public safety and to minimise the risk of accidents or injuries.

Litter

Please dispose of all litter in the bins provided around the contest area and band practice/tuning area. Bands are responsible for clearing any practice space they occupy at the end of the event.

Dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome at this event.
Well-behaved dogs are also welcome but must be kept on a short lead and must be able to cope with large crowds and loud noises.
Please ensure any dogs barking do not interfere with performances.
Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of the waste in the appropriate bins.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding Information can be found here

Unacceptable Behaviour

This event is made possible with the help of our volunteers who are on duty to help and assist you – please demonstrate respect to them always.
There is a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse of our volunteers and event officials.

Recording & Photographs

Video recordings, audio recordings or photographs are not permitted without written permission from The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch prior to the commencement of the Championships.

Tourist Information

For things to see and do around the area and the wider Mid Ulster area, please see 🔗 Visit Mid Ulster

Syllabus
Syllabus is available here.
This event is organised by the Mid Ulster Section. If you have any queries, please e-mail midulster@rspbani.org.
Band Draw
Band Draw is available here.
Click on the document to view the controls.
RSPBANI-Mid-Ulster-2026_Band_Draw_v2
Drum Major Draw
Drum Major Dress time is 10:00
Drum Major Draw is available here.
Click on the document to view the controls.
RSPBANI-Mid-Ulster-2026_DM_Draw
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
‘Big’ MSR (Minimum 4-parted tunes)

Grade 2
Medley (4 to 6 mins)

Grades 3B & 3A
MSR

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.

Lisburn & Castlereagh Championships 2026
2026-06-20 11:00 - 18:00 | Moira Demesne, 110 Main St, Moira, Craigavon, Moira, BT67 0DS, United Kingdom
Syllabus
This event run under RSPBANI Local Rules. If you have any queries, please e-mail secretary@rspbani.org.
Band Entries
You can submit entries for all 2026 Branch and Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests, play up, or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Drum Major Entries
Submit entries for all 2026 Branch & Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
Medley (5 to 7 mins) [Submit 2 – own choice]

Grade 2
MSR [Submit 2 – own choice]

Grades 3B & 3A
Medley (3 to 5 mins)

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.

All Ireland Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships 2026
2026-07-04 11:00 - 18:00 | St Catherine’s Park, Lucan, Dublin, Ireland
Syllabus
This event run under Joint Association Council (JAC) Rules. If you have any queries, please e-mail secretary@rspbani.org
Syllabus is available here
Band Entries
You can submit entries for the All Ireland Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry, please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Drum Major Entries
Submit entries for the All Ireland Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry, please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
‘Small’ MSR (Maximum 4-parted tunes) & Medley (5-7 Minutes) [Submit 2]

Grade 2
Medley (4 to 6 mins)

Grades 3B & 3A
MSR

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.

Antrim & Newtownabbey Championships 2026
2026-07-18 11:00 - 18:00 | Antrim Castle Gardens, Randalstown Rd, BT41 4LH
Syllabus
This event run under RSPBANI Local Rules. If you have any queries, please e-mail secretary@rspbani.org.
Band Entries
You can submit entries for all 2026 Branch and Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests, play up, or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Drum Major Entries
Submit entries for all 2026 Branch & Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
‘Small’ MSR (Maximum 4-parted tunes)

Grade 2
Medley (4 to 6 mins)

Grades 3B & 3A
MSR

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.

73rd Ulster Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships
2026-08-01 11:00 - 18:00 | Ward Park, Bangor, 4-10 Gransha Road, Bangor, BT204TG, United Kingdom
Syllabus
This event run under RSPBANI Local Rules. If you have any queries, please e-mail secretary@rspbani.org.
Band Entries
You can submit entries for all 2026 Branch and Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests, play up, or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Drum Major Entries
Submit entries for all 2026 Branch & Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
‘Big’ MSR (Minimum 4-parted tunes)
& Medley (5 to 7 mins) [Submit 2 – own choice]

Grade 2
MSR [Submit 2 – own choice]

Grades 3B & 3A
Medley (3 to 5 mins)

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.

Branch Contest August
2026-08-08 11:00 - 18:00 | Co. Tyrone
Syllabus
This event run under RSPBANI Local Rules. If you have any queries, please e-mail secretary@rspbani.org.
Band Entries
You can submit entries for all 2026 Branch and Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests, play up, or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Drum Major Entries
Submit entries for all 2026 Branch & Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
‘Small’ MSR (Maximum 4-parted tunes)
& Medley (5 to 7 mins) [Submit 2 – own choice]

Grade 2
MSR [Submit 2 – own choice]
& Medley (4 to 6 mins)

Grades 3B & 3A
MSR
& Medley (3 to 5 mins)

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.

Champion of Champions Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships
2026-08-22 11:00 - 18:00 | Co. Tyrone
Syllabus
This event run under RSPBANI Local Rules. If you have any queries, please e-mail secretary@rspbani.org.
Band Entries
You can submit entries for all 2026 Branch and Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests, play up, or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Drum Major Entries
Submit entries for all 2026 Branch & Section contests using this form.
If you wish to amend an entry (e.g. add additional contests or withdraw), please contact contests@rspbani.org.
Playing Requirements

Grade 1
Medley (5 to 7 mins) [Submit 2 – own choice]

Grade 2
Medley (4 to 6 mins)

Grades 3B & 3A
Medley (3 to 5 mins)

Grade 4A
1 x 4 parted Marches or 2 x 2 parted Marches,
1 x 4 Parted Strathspey or 2 x 2 parted Strathspeys and
1 x 4 Parted Reel or 2 x 2 Parted Reels

from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes

Grade 4B
4 x 2 parted Marches from the RSPBA list of prescribed tunes OR
2½ – 4½ mins in Quick March (any time signature)

Results
Results will be published after the finale on the main 2026 results page.
