Bedford Esquires

A welcome return for this female fronted rock and pop covers band

Castles in Space presents our annual festival of electronic music and ideas. 2024 Line up: A'Bear, Field Lines Cartographer, Graham Dunning & DJ Food, James Adrian Brown, James Holden, Jo Johnson, Loula Yorke, The Mistys, Nik Colk Void, Paul Cousins, Polypores, The Soundcarriers, Stone Anthem, System 7 , Twilight Sequence, Warrington-Runcorn New …

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SWIFTIES! The London residency may have just finished, but the party continues, with the return of Swiftogeddon! A night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all …

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SNAYX + Alien Chicks7:30pm Friday 4th October, Bedford Esquires SNAYX were formed from a mosh pit. Sure, the Brighton & Sheffield based trio have been in other bands before, dabbling in everything from indie rock to ska, but those groups never …

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TOM VEK + Max Taylor 7:30pm, Thursday 3rd October, Bedford Esquires We are extremely excited to announce that we have secured a date with the incredible Tom Vek in October! Anyone who came to our weekly ‘Loaded’ club night at …

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A Place to Bury Strangers + Stella Rose 7:30pm, Monday 30th September, Bedford Esquires Fans all over the globe know: Oliver Ackermann always brings surprises. The singer and guitarist of New York City’s A Place To Bury Strangers has been …

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The King Bees: Marc Patching Steve Pagano Stuart Noakes Tony Morton Play their own blues style originals plus some classic covers  

CODA - a Tribute to Led Zeppelin Live at Bedford Esquires, 7:30pm Sat 28th September 2024 Following their previous 2 sell out shows at Bedford Esquires in February ‘Coda’ A Tribute To Led Zeppelin are back by popular demand. CODA …

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Innsmouth Literary festival is coming to Esquires on Saturday 28th September! Headline act, Byronic Sex & Exile, is a one-man gothic rock project from Leeds that combines literary and musical traditions with a dash of the theatrical. https://gothcity.co.uk CJ Hooper presents his Urban Horror Fairy …

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The Future Sessions brings four of the regions best new and emerging young bands to Esquires on Friday, September 27. We have pulled together a lively lineup of youngsters, who have all been showcasing their original music across the regions …

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The Pad Presents... THE ORB + Violeta Vicci 7:30pm, Friday 27th September, Bedford Esquires Very pleased to announce we are bringing THE ORB back to Bedford Esquires for an intimate show on Friday 27th September.. Thirty-five years since Alex Paterson …

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Legendary psyche rock shoegaze noise merchants The Telescopes will be playing Esquires, for quite possibly the 1st time, on the 25th September 2024. One for fans of band like The Stooges, The Velvet Underground, Spaceman 3 and Loop. Since forming …

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FLOYD UK – 7:30pm, Sunday 22nd September, Bedford Esquires **Please note that this show has been moved from Friday 14th June 2024, all tickets remain valid for the new date** Floyd UK have brought together some of the best musicians …

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Female fronted band playing classic rock covers. Looking forward to their return to the Sunday session in the bar

BEDFORD - We're back at Esquires with a night of 90s pop gems, anthems and floor fillers! Performing to thousands of partygoers across the country over the past 10 years and also guested with the infamous Guilty Pleasures clubnight at …

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Emerging from the same art/design cauldron that produced fellow Leeds legends Soft Cell, Scritti Politti, The Wedding Present and The Mekons, CUD were the pre-Britpop answer to doleful shoegazing bands – fun-loving, light-hearted, romantic and downright groovy. CUD are indie …

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Gemma Rogers is a London based singer-songwriter. Having released her debut LP ‘No Place Like Home’ to critical acclaim in 2022. (In Steve Lamacq’s Top Ten LP’s of the year), her Single ‘My Idea Of Fun’ won the BBC 6 …

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THE TOTAL STONE ROSES + Bowfinger 7:30pm, Friday 20th September, Esquires, Bedford. The UK’s BEST Stone Roses Tribute return to the Esquires stage to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the eponymous Stone Roses Debut Album! If you love I Am …

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MELT BANANA + Burning Ships 7:30pm Thursday 19th September, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce that MELT-BANANA the two-piece Tokyo based band are coming to Bedford Esquires on Thursday 19th September. To date, the band has released seven studio albums, two …

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Always a great afternoon,Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out, The Workshop Boys have fast become one of Bedford's most loved bar bands.

Peter Bruntnell has a remarkable knack for turning out big, dreamy, melodic, memorable songs" - MOJO His songs are warm and beautifully radiant" Uncut "One of the finest songwriters in Britain" The Independent "One of England's best kept musical secrets" Rolling …

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CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIEW 7:30pm Saturday 14th September 2024, Bedford Esquires. Very pleased to welcome back to Bedford Esquires CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIEW on Sat 14th September 2024 following a packed out show in 2023. "The UK #1 Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute …

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***NEW SHOW*** Dynamic Post-Punk Synth alchemists AK/DK will be making their debut at Bedford Esquires on Friday the 13th September 2024 in support of their brilliant new album 'Strange Loops'. Influenced by their love of analogue synthesisers and acts like …

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LEBROCK + WOLF CLUB | Thursday 12th September | Esquires Bedford We're very pleased to be bringing retro, synthwave-rockers, LEBROCK to Bedford for the very first time in September, when they visit the venue as part of their UK tour. …

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We are delighted to announce that Three Quarter Skies, the new project from Slowdive drummer Simon Scott, we will playing a very special live event at Esquires to mark the release of their new album. The album, 'Fade In', was …

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THE LIFE OF RILEY ‘35th Anniversary Show’7.30pm, Saturday 7th September, Bedford Esquires Having formed in Bedford in 1991, The Life Of Riley are one of Bedford's best loved bands and are still going strong after over 35 years and in …

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BIG 10 ‘The Ultimate Ska / 2 Tone tribute band’ 7:30pm Saturday 7th September - Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce Cambridge Ska legends BIG 10 are back at Bedford Esquires on Saturday 7th September following their packed show last summer. …

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The 900 - The Tony Hawk Pro Skater Cover Band19:30, Friday 6th September 2024Esquires, Bedford Picture this… It’s August 1999, people are getting excited about Red and Blue Pills, Star Wars have embarked on the first of their many prequel …

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GAYE BYKERS ON ACID + Daemonik Fonce 7:30pm Friday 6th September, Esquires, Bedford GBOA , the psychedelic electro punk pop 'grebo' combo from LA & the Leicester Area are coming to Bedford Esquires for the very first time on Friday …

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Join us for our monthly music quizMusic from the 50's to the presentTeams of up to 6 people£2 per person to enterCash prize for the winning team

It's that time of year again,when our Sunday afternoon session pays tribute to John,Paul,George and Ringo. Many of our top local acts will be lined up to perform. If you'd like to take part, e-mail Mat Roberts on matrobertsmusic@aol.com

Our 3rd party of the year brings Shogun Audio heavy weights Pola & Bryson performing live in Bedford with Duskee on hosting duties! DJ LINE UP...POLA & BRYSON FT DUSKEE7EVEN b2b MAZY DMILOCHARLESTONHOSTS:DUSKEEGOLDDAN-E P-------------------------------------TicketsEarly Birds Tickets £10 + BFStandard Advanced …

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The Heavy Metal Syndicate Presents HMS FEST A new one day festival featuring: FIREFALL PLANET FATALE SKARLET ENVY ..OF CONCRETE GODS TEMPEST SAINT WAR TOEN WINGS INVICAT MILLSTONE Tickets online priced £10 / £12 on the door

Tragedy: All Metal Tribute to the Bee Gees & Beyond + Guests 7:30pm Friday 30th August, Bedford Esquires Turn it up to number 11, TRAGEDY are calling into Bedford Esquires on Friday 30th August. Tragedy takes disco, soft-rock and pop …

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Chameleons + Heavy Salad 7:30pm, Wednesday 28th August, Bedford Esquires The Chameleons are back.! Original members Mark Burgess and Reg Smithie reunited as The Chameleons in 2022. Known for their atmospheric, guitar-based sound and passionate lyrics, The Chameleons are regarded …

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THE POLECATS + The Kopy Katz 7:30pm Bank Holiday Sunday, 25th August, Bedford Esquires The Polecats began life in the late 1970’s as The Cult Heroes, playing youth clubs in the Mill Hill area of north London with Tim Polecat …

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GUNS 2 ROSES + Guests(THE ULTIMATE GUNS & ROSES TRIBUTE BAND)7.30pm, Bank Holiday Sunday 25th August 2024Esquires, Bedford If you’re a GN’R fan then this is the night for you!! One of the only tribute bands to have actually played …

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GOODTIMES - THE REUNION9pm, Sat 24th August, Bedford Esquires A Spine tingling journey through the 90s dance music explosion, SLIPMATT returns to GoodTimes alongside DAVE BERGIN & DJ KC playing the cream of 90s House, Garage, Ibiza bangers, Trance anthems …

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Sounds of Seattle (Live) + DJ Ben Woodfine'90s Reading Festival Celebration'7:30pm, Saturday 24th August, Esquires, Bedford SOUNDS OF SEATTLE brings you hits from some of the biggest bands to perform out of Seattle. The set includes the greatest hits from …

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Boombastic Presents: DAYTIME DISCO - For the Over 30s Crowd - All the fun of a night out but in the afternoon! Bedford EsquiresSaturday 24th August - 2pm-6pm Dance and singalong to some of the Greatest Hits ever as we …

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Our favourite boozy-food get together, FoodDrunk is returning to the outdoor and indoor spaces on Bank Holiday Saturday 24th August for the 10th instalment! Roll Your Own Records are back curating the vinyl only sessions on the patio, with 5 …

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We're super excited to be welcoming US Hip Hop royalty, Souls Of Mischief to Esquires this summer, as part of the groups 30th anniversary celebration of arguably one of the greatest tunes of all time, '93 'til infinity'.Yo, whassup? This is …

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NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests 7.30pm, Saturday 17th January – Bedford Esquires Following x4 SOLD OUT shows in 2023 and 2 SOLD OUT show in January Noasis return to Bedford Esquires on Saturday 17th August for one …

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NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests 7.30pm, Friday 16th August – Bedford Esquires *Saturday now SOLD OUT – Extra date added by public demand* Following x4 SOLD OUT shows in 2023 and 2 SOLD OUT show in January, …

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We’re very excited to announce the return of one of our favourite days of the year - The Patio Party! On Saturday 10th August we’ll be opening up the doors for a day in celebration of a tiny island that …

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Tom Hingley is the former lead singer of Manchester band Inspiral Carpets. He sang on all the bands major label albums and hit singles (This is How it Feels, Saturn Five , Dragging Me Down, She Comes in the Fall …

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The Black Charade x Fell Out Boy 7pm, Friday 9th August, Bedford Esquires The ultimate Emo Night is coming with headline shows from The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy) who got an endorsement …

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Esquires and The Jesterlarf Comedy Club present... ROB BECKETT - Work In progressThursday 8th August - Esquires Bedford The Jesterlarf Comedy Club is back! We are extremely excited to be welcoming one of our favourite comedians, Rob Beckett to Esquires …

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The Pad Presents HIGH FADE + Guests 6:30pm, Sunday 4th August, Bedford Esquires On a three man crusade to set dance floors alight with their inimitable brand of razor-sharp funk and disco, High Fade can already count Jack Black, Cypress …

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The ever brilliant, annual MATTFEST returns on Saturday 3rd August, raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Matt Esposito. This year's lineup includes: Female Tsunami, Dois Padres, FaceDown and Green 182.

MÖRDERSTEIN 'The Ultimate RAMMSTEIN Tribute' 7:30pm Sat 3rd August, Bedford Esquires Yorkshire based rockers MÖRDERSTEIN are the ultimate tribute make their third visit to Bedford Esquires in Saturday 3rd August. The six-piece band led by Brüno Stahl are a fusion …

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Following their previous sell out appearances at Bedford Esquires, The Smyths will return to Bedford Esquires in August 2024. More than a mere tribute band, The Smyths are a joyous celebration of arguably the greatest band of all time. Thrillingly …

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Happy to announce this Headcharge event of the summer we’ll be moving over to Bedford town for the first time ever on August 2nd People of Bedfordshire we’re coming too you! Taking place at Bedford Esquires with this amazing 6 …

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Now in their third decade, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Thin Lizzy alive, bringing the inimitable, unique and irresistible rock and pop greatest hits homage to Philip Lynott and his band, Thin Lizzy.

UK FLEETWOOD MAC 7:30pm Saturday 27th July, Bedford Esquires UK Fleetwood Mac The UK's top, and some say most authentic, Fleetwood Mac tribute show mac and the call into Bedford Esquires as part of their UK Tour on Saturday 27th …

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THE LOTTERY WINNERS + ESSIE - 2 shows in one day - Friday 26th July, Bedford Esquires Come in, take your shoes off and get comfy, you’re invited to the Esquires Lottery Winners House Warming shows! Esquires favourites The Lottery …

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River Festival | Aftershow PartySaturday 20 July We're pleased to once again be running the River Festival afterparty right here at Esquires. Throughout the weekend, you can catch all of the Esquires-curated artists on the main stage of the festival …

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BRUISES make a welcome return to the live fold, as they join us on Friday 19th July, with support from SPACE PISTOL, KING'S DIVISION & a secret, special guest. Tickets £10 from Seetickets

Well, we did it! Now, it's time for the final and Spain await. We are ticketing this game to keep control of numbers - tickets include your first drink, essentially making it FOC. We have the amazing Cibo deli bringing …

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Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, this gig has been cancelled. Refunds available from point of purchase. Mega 3 band line-up alert Adult DVD Max Fulcrum & The Win Jaws the Shark Following a string of shows alongside PVA and Warmduscher …

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LINK N PARK ( The UK's Leading Tribute to Linkin Park) + Green 182 7pm Saturday 13th July, Esquires, Bedford Following a sell out show in 2023 LINK N PARK are back with a summer show on Sat 13th July. …

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Calling all Cowboys and Cowgirls! ?? Strap on your boots and dust off the Stetson, because Country Night is coming to Bedford! Hosted by the Heavy Metal Cowboy himself, Harv Lake will be playing all your favourite Country pickinz for …

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AMY - A TRIBUTE 7:30pm, Friday 12th July, Bedford Esquires.    Formed in 2016, Amy - a Tribute is an 8-piece band with the goal of paying an authentic homage to the music of the late Amy Winehouse.    Complete …

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RUTS DC 2 SETS + DJ playlist curated by RUTS DC 7:30Ppm, Thursday 11th July, Bedford Esquires Tickets priced £20 are online from Seetickets and available in person from Slide Record Shop & Bedford Esquires Bar from the 8th May …

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Probably the biggest ever indie line up to hit Bedford is taking place on Saturday 6th July at Bedford Park, where James will be joined by Johnny Marr, Inspiral Carpets, Magic Numbers and Tom A Smith. After the park, we …

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SACK SABBATH - Black Sabbath Tribute 7.45pm, Saturday 6th July, Bedford Esquires Sack Sabbath are Europe's best known, longest serving and most authentic tribute to the masters of metal, Black Sabbath. Sack Sabbath were formed in 2002, and in the …

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England really know how to put us through the ringer... Hopefully the Slovakia match will have re-invigorated the players! As well as hosting the official aftershow party, we're having a pre-James meet up before the park. Having visited the park …

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Roni Size + Dread MC 9pm - 1:30am, Friday 5th July, Bedford Esquires We're very pleased to be welcoming a true pioneer and dance music legend, Roni Size back to Esquires for the first time in 7 years. Roni Size’s …

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Join us for our monthly music quizMusic from the 50's to the presentTeams of up to 6 people£2 per person to enterCash prize for the winning team

Dust off your converse, because 'Wish You Were Here' - The Avril Lavigne aftershow party is taking place at Esquires, after the huge gig in the park! It's not every day an international mega -star comes to our little ol' …

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Mark Chadwick (Levellers) + B-Sydes 7:30pm Friday 28th June, Bedford Esquires One of the UK’s most successful songwriters, Mark Chadwick, has co-written 20 chart singles and 6 Top 40 albums (including a Number 1) as part of the Levellers, the …

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Electric Six + Balter 19.30, Wednesday 26th June 2024, Esquires, Bedford. Detroit legends, Electric Six are heading back to the UK for some intimate summer shows! Mixing garage rock, disco, punk, new wave, and metal into cleverly dumb, in-your-face songs …

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ENGLAND vs SLOVENIA - TUESDAY 25th JUNE It's Euros time! We're wacking out the huge projector screen and the brand new, 4K laser projector, pumping the Euros straight at you through our huge sound-system! Is it England's year? There hasn't …

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Founded by Matt Hegarty, Matthew and the Atlas was borne of the late 00’s folk rock movement as he became a regular in the West London scene. Since then, he has released four albums, traversing a range of musical territories …

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FOOTLOOSE 80s BEDFORD SAT 22ND JUNE | ESQUIRES After a SELL OUT return, Footloose 80s is back at Esquires with a Most Excellent 80s Party!! A night of the biggest pop hits and anthems from the decade that brought you …

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A pixie-esque howl atop a grungey bass infused rumble that emanates from the shadows. This three-piece from Bristol are are pure aphotic aural gratification. Aligning menace to melody, desire to (their beguiling din) and spooky curiosity to their lyrics - …

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THE DEKKERTONES + Dr Ska7.30pm, Friday 21st June, Bedford Esquires THE DEKKERTONES are back at Bedford Esquires on Friday 21st June for some 'MIDSUMMER MADNESS' on the longest day of the year! The DekkerTones are a 9 piece ska / …

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ROSALIE CUNNINGHAM + Bobbie Dazzle 7:30pm Friday 21st June, Bedford Esquires. Pleased to announce the welcome return of Rosalie Cunningham to Bedford Esquires on Friday 21st June Released in July 2019 to immediate widespread acclaim, former Purson singer, songwriter and …

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ENGLAND vs DENMARK - THURSDAY 20th JUNE It's Euros time! We're wacking out the huge projector screen and the brand new, 4K laser projector, pumping the Euros straight at you through our huge soundsystem! Is it England's year? There hasn't …

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ENGLAND vs SERBIA - SUNDAY 16th JUNE It's Euros time! We're wacking out the huge projector screen and the brand new, 4K laser projector, pumping the Euros straight at you through our huge sound-system! Is it England's year? There hasn't …

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PARAMORE GB 'Paramore tribute Band' 7.30pm Sat 15th June, Bedford Esquires Paramore GB are the UK's leading tribute to Paramore. With an energetic, action-packed performance, Paramore GB perform songs from Paramore's entire back catalogue, spanning 5 albums including hits such …

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999 +  Eastfield + Cold Caller 7:30pm, Saturday 15th June, Esquires, Bedford. Last seen at Esquires in 2009 we are pleased to welcome back punk originals 999 to the venue on Saturday 15th June 2024 some 15 years later, 48 …

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PARTY POLICE ESSIE SUNDAY BEST And DJ SET FROM FRANKIE! Tickets £8 from Seetickets or pay on the door.

Sambroso All Stars + Duckworth & Duprez Is there a more iconic Cuban album than Buena Vista Social Club’s eponymous debut? Winning the Grammy for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album, it remains a high watermark not just for Cuban music but …

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THE LUKE COMBS EXPERIENCE 7:30pm, Thursday 13th June, Bedford Esquires. Embark on a journey through heartland melodies and raw country storytelling with 'The Luke Combs Experience' – an electrifying tribute to one of country music's brightest stars. Join us for …

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PEARL SCAM – THE UK’S PREMIER PEARL JAM TRIBUTE 7:30pm, Saturday 8th June, Bedford Esquires PEARL SCAM - They play Pearl Jams songs and play them damn well! Close your eyes and you will think your there , Seattle 1991 …

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The Bedford stop of Outrage's tour, alongside O.G. Digital, Function Records head honcho and local drum and bass talents, pays homage to his roots in the genre. Celebrating "Behind the Eyes," it showcases over 25 years of Outrage's influence in …

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ARE WE NOT MEN?! WE ARE (NOT) DEVO! Ahoy, spuds! We Are Not Devo are coming to Bedford on Friday 7th June, performing choice cuts of gonzo mutato classics from throughout the career of DEVO, Ohio’s finest sons; a labour …

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ESQUIRES MUSIC QUIZ  Join us for our monthly Music quiz.Music from the 50’s to the present.Teams of up to 6 people£2 per person to enter Cash prize for the winning team.

We are absolutely THRILLED that Alfie Templeman will be coming to home, to Bedford Esquires to launch his new album Radiosoul. We are teaming up with legendary record shop, Slide to offer album/ticket bundles for this exclusive event. To support …

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UUHAI + Guests19:30, Wednesday 5th JuneEsquires, Bedford UUHAI is much more than just a music group - they are a complete experience, a captivating fusion of Mongolian Folk and Metal sounds that transcend cultural boundaries. Their indelible imprint on all …

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Our new music alldayer, Ceremony will be taking place for the fourth time on Saturday 1st June 2024! We are delighted to be able to finally announce the full line up for CEREMONY, our gender balanced multi-room, new music festival, …

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Ceremony Festival Warm Up ShowPORIJ + Sam Girling 7:30pm Friday 31st May - Esquires, Bedford We are very excited to be bringing one of the hottest new artists around, Porij to Esquires for an exclusive, one off show to warm …

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A FOREIGNERS JOURNEY (Tribute to Foreigner & Journey) 7:30pm, Friday 31st May, Bedford Esquires. Legendary bands Foreigner and Journey are giants of the AOR (Adult Orientated Rock) and Classic Rock genres, attracting huge audiences as live acts since forming in …

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Pip Blom + Guests 7:30pm, Tuesday 28th May, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce the return of the Dutch Indie trio PIP BLOM to Bedford Esquires on Tuesday 28th May.  Last seen in Bedford headlining the Ceremony Festival in 2022 the …

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The Beatles Dub Club + Guests8pm - Midnight, Sunday 26th MayEsquires, Bedford A special DJ set showcasing The Fab Four like you’ve never heard before! DJ Chris Arnold takes you on a magical mystery tour of his collection of covers, …

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A fresh four-piece playing a selection of reggae and ska classics, plus a few 'converted' songs.

Our legendary Silent Disco returns for a bank holiday weekend party! We’ve been running these events now for over 15 years in Bedford, but this is the first time three decades battle it out for your finest dance moves and …

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MORETALLICA - 7:30pm, Saturday 25th May, Bedford Esquires Following a fully sold out show in 2023 we are pleased to announce the return of Moretallica to Esquires on Sat 25th May. 2024 is Moretallica's 11th year of touring. To celebrate …

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We are very pleased to be bringing our kids and adults party back to Esquires on Saturday 25th May with a bank holiday Silent Disco! If you’re anything like the Esquires team, filling time over the holidays can become a …

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Verra Cruz return to Esquires for their annual homecoming headline show. Support from the wonderful Emma Mould.

SPRINTS + Guests 7:30pm, Friday 24th May, Bedford Esquires Hot off the back of the release of their stunning debut album ‘Letter To Self’, we’re super excited to be welcoming back Sprints to Esquires on Friday 24th May, as they …

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A welcome return to the Bedford based Rock and Blues Band that refuse to grow old.

MOTION Motion is an up and coming indie rock band with a fresh new sound coming out of Luton. If you like bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Catfish and the Bottlemen and Oasis you’re going to love Motion. Support from …

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ION MAIDEN – A fully Charged Tribute to Iron Maiden - 7:30pm, Saturday 18th May, Bedford Esquires Ion Maiden Formed in August 2018, Ion Maiden was built around the core of four ex-members of some of the best Maiden tribute …

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MAD MODS & ENGLISHMEN 7:30pm, Friday 17th May, Bedford Esquires Following 2 packed out shows earlier in 2023 it's time to 'save the date' as we welcome Mad Mods back for another show at Esquires on Fri 17th May. . …

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THE MEN THEY COULDN’T HANG + Skimmington Ride 7:30pm Friday 17th May, Bedford Esquires  Pleased to announce English-Folk-Punk Group THE MEN THEY COULDN’T HANG will be making their debut at Bedford Esquires as part of their 40th Anniversary Tour  - …

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It’s Fat Dog baby! Fat Dog take their apocalyptic live show round the regions this May. Fat Dog, fronted by ring master Joe Love, backed by Chris Hughes on keys, Morgan Wallce on sax, Johnny Hutchinson on drums and Ben …

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Pale Blue Eyes + Guests  7:30pm, Weds 5th May, Bedford Esquires We're super pleased to announce that we've (finally!) secured a date with one of our favourite bands, PALE BLUE EYES on Wednesday 15th May at Esquires, Bedford. We recently …

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A warm welcome back to The King Bees to Esquires for the Sunday Session. Marc Patching – Guitar/Vocal Tony Morton – Drums Stewart Noakes – Keys Stephen Pagano – Bass

The Wonder Stuff’s Miles Hunt is back on the road to perform songs from his latest album Things Can Change, alongside classics from his 36-year career. For the new album, Miles did what he’s always done and wrote about things …

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Hailing from Bedford now based in Nashville, USA, Danni Nicholls returns for another hometown show. Featuring a local all star band (Sam Barrett, Luke Tuchscherer and Dave Banks) With new songs, some classic covers and originals from her extensive catalogue, …

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IZO FITROY + Guests Friday 10th May 2024 Esquires - Bedford We are extremely excited to be bring Izo Fitroy to Bedford on Friday 10th May! This is a show of the highest quality - if you haven't heard of …

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Chalk is the three-piece project of award winning musicians and filmmakers Ross Cullen, Benedict Goddard, and Luke Niblock. Inspired by the ferocity and live performance of Dublins Guitar Band scene, and informed by the sweaty hardcore dance scenes of their …

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The Orielles + Thick Drizzle 7:30pm, Sunday 5th May, Bedford Esquires We are pleased to welcome The Orielles back to Bedford Esquires on Bank Holiday Sunday 5th May. Since forming in the West Yorkshire town of Halifax, over a decade …

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The Hillbilly Moon Explosion 7:30pm Sunday 5th May, Esquires, Bedford We're very excited to be bringing The Hillbilly Moon Explosion to town for the very first time! This is a band we have been trying to book for many years, …

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Bruce Murray.. Pete Bonas.. Mark Ayles and Richard and Tim Winter are the A Band. One of Bedford's longest running bar bands. Join us this Sunday afternoon for their mix of classic rock and soul covers, with a few of …

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Unfortunately City Parking are unable to perform due to illness so Max Fulcrum and the Win will be taking their place on the evening. Please join us in wishing City Parking well. They were so good at Ceremony Festival recently …

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CASH – PAYIN’ RESPECT TO THE MAN IN BLACK 7:30pm Saturday 4th May, Bedford Esquires (show starts 8:15pm) The mighty CASH (Johnny Cash Tribute) returns to Bedford Esquires for his first show in 7 years at Bedford Esquires on Sat …

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The Craufurd Arms and The Pad Presents..... A CERTAIN RATIO + Special Guests - 7:30pm FRIDAY 3rd MAY 2024 A CERTAIN RATIO - IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS - Live 2024 A CERTAIN RATIO have announced details of a …

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ESQUIRES MUSIC QUIZ  Join us for our monthly Music quiz. Music from the 50’s to the present. Teams of up to 6 people £2 per person to enter Cash prize for the winning team.

Split Whiskers have their roots firmly planted in Chicago blues, crossing boundaries into rock, Americana and more than a hint of the Delta. The band’s fame is spreading and they are becoming one of the busiest bands at blues venues …

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We launch popular night GET READY in Bedford featuring the BIGGEST hits of 60s/70s Motown Soul and Disco! SATURDAY 27th APRIL - 20:00-00:00 GET READY - 60s/70s MOTOWN SOUL & DISCO NIGHT LAUNCHES IN BEDFORD! Featuring the BIGGEST hits of …

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Saturday 27th April 2024 Esquires - Bedford Almost nothing is a new band from Scottish musician and writer Roddy Woomble. Deviating from his indie and folk roots, this exciting new project ploughs into a more synth-pop direction. We've been hammering …

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The ROAR Club and The Pad Presents HOUSE Of ALL (Ex-The Fall Supergroup) + Dog Race 7:30pm, Friday 26th April, Esquires Bedford We're very pleased to welcome HOUSE OF ALL to Bedford Esquires on Friday 26th April. The band continue …

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FDE 5th Anniversary Bash ! Killa P Illaman & Pitch 92 Dotz Ffsy tho + special guests

Glam Rampage are another band joining us for the first time on a Sunday afternoon at Esquires. They are a 5 piece 70's glam rock band, taking us through all the hits of the era.

'Give 'Em Enough Rope' 45th Anniversary Tour 1978-2023 London Calling play the 1978 album by The Clash in full to celebrate it's 45th anniversary. The Clash released their acclaimed second album Give 'Em Enough Rope in 1978. It went to #2 in the UK Charts and …

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