ALLO ALLO
We are pleased to welcome to this year’s Welshpool weekend 3 original cast members as
pictured from the hit TV series “Allo Allo”.
JOHNNY VICTORY
Appearing at Evening of Fish n Chips & Knees Up Mother Brown event on Friday 29th
September
Hi, I'm Johnny Victory a singer, actor and entertainer specialising in period music from the 1920s - 1960s along with many other genres of music. I provide high energy shows of song and dance, which will entertain your audience.
Hi, I'm Johnny Victory a singer, actor and entertainer specialising in period music from the 1920s - 1960s along with many other genres of music. I provide high energy shows of song and dance, which will entertain your audience.
CASTLE BELLES
Appearing alongside Johnny Victory as part of the evening of Fish n Chips & Knees Up
Mother Brown, Friday 29th September
Castle Belles were formed in the summer of 2012, led by Elaine Buckland Vocal Coach at Wolverhampton University. Meeting weekly in Llanfair Caereinion.
Castle Belles were formed in the summer of 2012, led by Elaine Buckland Vocal Coach at Wolverhampton University. Meeting weekly in Llanfair Caereinion.
THE RONNIES
Appearing on main stage on Saturday 30th September
The Ronnies are a vocal harmony group from Shropshire, specialising in the sounds of the 1940s. Inspired by the great Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters, The Ronnies perform classic songs such as; In the Mood, Route 66, Don't Fence Me In and Accentuate the Positive at events all over the country.
The Ronnies are a vocal harmony group from Shropshire, specialising in the sounds of the 1940s. Inspired by the great Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters, The Ronnies perform classic songs such as; In the Mood, Route 66, Don't Fence Me In and Accentuate the Positive at events all over the country.
KEVIN MAC
Appearing at the Raven Inn Saturday 30th September
Transporting you back to the 1940's with his repertoire of catchy and nostalgic numbers!
Transporting you back to the 1940's with his repertoire of catchy and nostalgic numbers!
D Day Dawn
Having made her debut 1940s performance lat year Dawn returns to enthral us again on Saturday 30th September on the main stage.
COLIN BOURDIEC
Appearing all weekend – Puzzle Square Saturday, Main Street Sunday
Colin Bourdiec, UK's foremost George Formby Impersonator and ENSAtainer performing on original 1930 ukes, Gibson and Ludwigs. Reliving the music of George Formby and WW2 Variety artists through ENSA in authentic uniforms to compliment fellow re-enactors.
Colin Bourdiec, UK's foremost George Formby Impersonator and ENSAtainer performing on original 1930 ukes, Gibson and Ludwigs. Reliving the music of George Formby and WW2 Variety artists through ENSA in authentic uniforms to compliment fellow re-enactors.
BOOGALOO BABES
Appearing on main stage Sunday 1st October
Vintage local harmony group. A quartet with a passion for glamour and all things vintage! We perform a wide variety of vintage style music from 1920's -1960's to suit any occasion. We sing all the classic numbers from this era, as well as Motown and modern songs with a vintage twist.
Vintage local harmony group. A quartet with a passion for glamour and all things vintage! We perform a wide variety of vintage style music from 1920's -1960's to suit any occasion. We sing all the classic numbers from this era, as well as Motown and modern songs with a vintage twist.
MOONLIGHT SERENADE
Appearing main stage Sunday 1st October
Moonlight Serenade (Glenn Miller Tribute), Band Of Brothers. Dressed in GI uniforms along with suitable & appropriate props. Relive with Moonlight Serenade the golden era of The Glenn Miller Big Band sound, creating a true 1940's ambiance to put you "In The Mood".
Moonlight Serenade (Glenn Miller Tribute), Band Of Brothers. Dressed in GI uniforms along with suitable & appropriate props. Relive with Moonlight Serenade the golden era of The Glenn Miller Big Band sound, creating a true 1940's ambiance to put you "In The Mood".
Hattie Bee
Popular singer Hattie Bee will be joining us on Sunday 1st October performing in the Town
Hall.
Lilli De Carlo
a professional Swing Tribute singer, actress & former professional dancer. A captivating performer, with a mesmerising voice, bringing you the Big Band Swing sound of the 1940’s/30’s, guaranteed to get you foot-tapping, dancing & singing along, to the Swing of those Dance Band Days. A vibrant performer, providing perfect tribute entertainment for 40’s Themed Events. Entertaining in the
Market Hall.
JEEP JOHNSON
Always a popular attraction at Welshpool, Jeep will be performing at numerous sites in and around the town, wherever he can find a spot and drum up an audience.
GUILSFIELD SINGERS
Bringing our 2023 Welshpool 1940s Weekend to a close we have a fantastic mixed choir concert with The Guilsfield Singers.
Ashby Little Big Band
The Big Band was the idea of Ashby-de-la-Zouch trumpeter David Bradford who not only wanted to offer local musicians the chance to play in one of the best big
bands around, but to also give the local community a band they could be proud of. The band is now one of the best
Glenn Miller/1940s tribute bands in the country, with many players living in the Ashby area but also players coming from as far afield as Birmingham, London and
Sheffield.
SPIRIT OF THE BLITZ
At Welshpool Town Hall on Friday 29th September
A heart-warming tribute to the indomitable spirit of war torn Britain. Remembering such stars as Vera Lynn, Arthur Askey, George Formby, Robb Wilton, Gracie Fields, Max Miller, Anne Shelton & many more.
A heart-warming tribute to the indomitable spirit of war torn Britain. Remembering such stars as Vera Lynn, Arthur Askey, George Formby, Robb Wilton, Gracie Fields, Max Miller, Anne Shelton & many more.
BLITZ DANCERS
The Blitz Dancers are husband and wife team Andrew & Sandra Robinson, they will bring a dash of style and pizzazz to any party or event, playing an entertaining and authentic mix of 1930s or 1940s dance music and providing a dazzling display of vintage dance.
SPITFIRE, VALENTINE TANK & other military vehicles
CAR PARK BEHIND THE TOWN HALL
ATTRACTIONS
VISIT NAAFI
CORN EXCHANGE (GROUND FLOOR OF TOWN HALL)
for homemade cakes, teas & coffees plus vintage stalls.
for homemade cakes, teas & coffees plus vintage stalls.
RE-ENACTORS & ENTERTAINERS
As you walk around the town, you will be captivated by Re-Enactors and Entertainers in period costume, vintage vehicle displays, classic cars pre 1950, trade stands, craft stalls, music and dancing. Take a trip on a vintage bus, learn about life in the 1940s with living history displays & exhibitions. Also special activities for children.
ALL ABOARD
WELSHPOOL & LLANFAIR LIGHT RAILWAY
This year there will be displays at the station at Raven Square including encampments, aero engine, field kitchen & more! Special offer 10% discount on those in period costume on our trains this 40s weekend. Discount only applicable to tickets purchased online in advance not for walk-up passenger on the day. The code is ‘WP40’ and is live to use now on our ticket booking system, entering the code into the ‘coupon code’ box.
This year there will be displays at the station at Raven Square including encampments, aero engine, field kitchen & more! Special offer 10% discount on those in period costume on our trains this 40s weekend. Discount only applicable to tickets purchased online in advance not for walk-up passenger on the day. The code is ‘WP40’ and is live to use now on our ticket booking system, entering the code into the ‘coupon code’ box.
VINTAGE HAIRDRESSER
TOWN HALL FIRST FLOOR
Visit the various vintage & antique trade stands. Ladies have your hair styled by our vintage hairdresser.
Visit the various vintage & antique trade stands. Ladies have your hair styled by our vintage hairdresser.