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Posted By: Ross
21-May-09 - 02:11 AM
Thread Name: Hitchin, Herts CEILIDH - end of month (UK)
Subject: RE: Hitchin, Herts CEILIDH - end of month
UNICORN CEILIDHS

-HIGH ENERGY PUBLIC CEILIDHS FOR DISCERNING DANCERS OF ALL AGES-

Present on


FRIDAY 29th MAY 2009 – THE AARDVARK CEILIDH BAND


The regular monthly ceilidh season continues into its eighth year in the Ballroom at Hitchin Town Hall on Friday 29th May 2009 with THE AARDVARK CEILIDH BAND, who are, without a doubt, one of the most energetic and exciting bands on the English barn-dance circuit.

The dances are called by melodeon and (hammered) dulcimer-player Pete Grassby, with Colin Halliwell on drums, Martin Trewinnard on bass guitar and Pete Laity on that most traditional of folk instruments - the Fender Stratocaster.

'If Led Zeppelin had decided to go into playing ceilidhs in the early '70s this is what they would have sounded like. It warmed the cockles of an old folk-rockers heart!' (Chester Folk Festival, May 2005)

Firmly enjoyed by beginner or seasoned dancer alike, The Aardvarks bring ceilidh dancing into the 21st century with their gutsy, energetic music, that drives your feet, your legs and your body to new extremes.

Unicorn Ceilidhs take place on the last Friday of the month at Hitchin Town Hall, Brand Street, Hitchin, Herts SG5 1HX. Doors open at 7.30 for an 8.00 p.m. start, with an 11.30 p.m. finish – entry is only £8.00 for adults and £4 for children under 14. Students, Senior Citizens and Unwaged are £5, and a Family Ticket ( 2 Adults and up to 3 Children is only £20.

Tickets are available at the door, or in advance from 01582 733113 / 724261


There's also a real ale bar, with a selection of beers from the Potton Brewery, and soft drinks.


For more information, visit http://www.unicornceilidhs.org.uk

We look forward to seeing you all.