The Managers Big Band
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The Managers Big Band will perform a big band and swing event at The Continental in Blackburn. The performance is scheduled for 4 October 2026 at 13:30. Pricing information is available via the website.
ANOTHER GREAT SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIG BAND EVENT AT THE CONTINENTAL
The Regeneration Big Band is a formation of the North West's finest old and new jazz musicians. The band thrives on its reputation of incredible players led by Nigel Ashworth of the Syd Lawrence Orchestra. Nigel brings together many of his own incredible compositions and arrangements, showing his mastering of the true swing thing!
"played exactly how a big band should sound" Ian Darrington-Director of Wigan Jazz Festival
*This replaces the previously advertised show with The Managers.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
The Managers Big Band takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 13:30.
The Managers Big Band is held at The Continental in Preston (South Meadow Lane, Preston, PR1 8JP).
The forecast for The Managers Big Band is Overcast · 14°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Continental can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Managers Big Band can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial Summary
The Managers Big Band will perform a big band and swing event at The Continental in Blackburn. The performance is scheduled for 4 October 2026 at 13:30. Pricing information is available via the website.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
ANOTHER GREAT SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIG BAND EVENT AT THE CONTINENTAL
The Regeneration Big Band is a formation of the North West's finest old and new jazz musicians. The band thrives on its reputation of incredible players led by Nigel Ashworth of the Syd Lawrence Orchestra. Nigel brings together many of his own incredible compositions and arrangements, showing his mastering of the true swing thing!
"played exactly how a big band should sound" Ian Darrington-Director of Wigan Jazz Festival
*This replaces the previously advertised show with The Managers.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is The Managers Big Band?
The Managers Big Band takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 13:30.
Where is The Managers Big Band taking place?
The Managers Big Band is held at The Continental in Preston (South Meadow Lane, Preston, PR1 8JP).
What will the weather be like at The Managers Big Band?
The forecast for The Managers Big Band is Overcast · 14°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Managers Big Band?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Continental can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Managers Big Band?
Tickets for The Managers Big Band can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The Continental
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Price
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Date
Until Sunday, 4 October 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 13°C · chance of rain 2% · wind 12 km/h
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