Aldbourne

Rank: 14th

Conductor: Glyn Williams

Conductor Rank: 58th

In 2024 Aldbourne were placed 15th, 2023 12th, and 2022 3rd.

Since the last British Open, Aldbourne have come 1st at the West of England Area Championships (Championship Section), 7th at the Brass in Concert, and 9th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

According to our records, this is Glyn Williams's debut performance at the British Open.

Since the last British Open, Glyn Williams has come 1st at the Australian Championships (A Grade), and 1st at the West of England Area Championships (Championship Section).

Amersham

Rank: 50th

Conductor: Paul Fisher

Conductor Rank: 43rd

According to our records, this is Amersham's debut performance at the British Open.

Since the last British Open, Amersham have come 2nd at the Grand Shield, and 6th at the London and Southern Counties Area Championships (Championship Section).

According to our records, this is Paul Fisher's debut performance at the British Open.

Since the last British Open, Paul Fisher has come 2nd at the Grand Shield, and 6th at the London and Southern Counties Area Championships (Championship Section).

Black Dyke

Rank: 7th

Conductor: Nicholas Childs

Conductor Rank: 2nd

In 2024 Black Dyke were placed 3rd, 2023 5th, and 2022 8th.

Since the last British Open, Black Dyke have come 1st at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), and 3rd at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Nicholas Childs was placed 3rd, 2023 5th, and 2022 8th.

Since the last British Open, Nicholas Childs has come 11th at the Grand Shield, 1st at the North of England Area Championships (Championship Section), 1st at the Scottish Championships (Championship Section), 1st at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), 2nd at the Scottish Open, and 3rd at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

Brass Band Treize Etoiles

Rank: 1st

Conductor: Frédéric Théodoloz

Conductor Rank: 4th

In 2024 Brass Band Treize Etoiles were placed 1st.

Since the last British Open, Brass Band Treize Etoiles have come 6th at the European Championships (Championship Section), and 4th at the Swiss National Championships (Excellence Division).

In 2024 Frédéric Théodoloz was placed 1st.

Since the last British Open, Frédéric Théodoloz has come 6th at the European Championships (Championship Section), and 4th at the Swiss National Championships (Excellence Division).

Brighouse & Rastrick

Rank: 10th

Conductor: David King

Conductor Rank: 14th

In 2024 Brighouse & Rastrick were placed 12th, 2023 7th, and 2022 1st.

Since the last British Open, Brighouse & Rastrick have come 3rd at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), 2nd at the Brass in Concert, and 10th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 David King was placed 12th, 2023 7th, and 2022 1st.

Since the last British Open, David King has come 3rd at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), 2nd at the Brass in Concert, and 10th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

Carlton Main Frickley Colliery

Rank: 25th

Conductor: Allan Withington

Conductor Rank: 7th

In 2024 Carlton Main Frickley Colliery were placed 10th, and 2022 16th.

Since the last British Open, Carlton Main Frickley Colliery have come 5th at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), 10th at the Brass in Concert, and 7th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Allan Withington was placed 10th, 2023 13th, and 2022 16th.

Since the last British Open, Allan Withington has come 3rd at the North of England Area Championships (Championship Section), 4th at the Midlands Area Championships (Championship Section), 5th at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), 1st at the Norwegian National Championships (Elite Division), 10th at the Brass in Concert, 2nd at the Siddis Brass Entertainment Contest (Elite Section), and 7th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

Cooperation Band

Rank: 9th

Conductor: Katrina Marzella-Wheeler

Conductor Rank: 47th

In 2024 Cooperation Band were placed 8th, 2023 14th, and 2022 7th.

Since the last British Open, Cooperation Band have come 5th at the European Championships (Championship Section), 2nd at the Scottish Championships (Championship Section), 6th at the Scottish Open, 8th at the Brass in Concert, and 5th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

According to our records, this is Katrina Marzella-Wheeler's debut performance at the British Open.

Since the last British Open, Katrina Marzella-Wheeler has come 5th at the European Championships (Championship Section), 3rd at the Scottish Championships (Championship Section), 10th at the Scottish Open, and 7th at the Brass in Concert.

Cory Band

Rank: 2nd

Conductor: Philip Harper

Conductor Rank: 9th

In 2024 Cory Band were placed 11th, 2023 6th, and 2022 4th.

Since the last British Open, Cory Band have come 4th at the European Championships (Championship Section), 3rd at the Welsh Championships (Championship Section), 1st at the Brass in Concert, and 4th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Philip Harper was placed 11th, 2023 6th, and 2022 4th.

Since the last British Open, Philip Harper has come 4th at the European Championships (Championship Section), 3rd at the Welsh Championships (Championship Section), 1st at the Brass in Concert, and 4th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

Fairey

Rank: 17th

Conductor: Philip Chalk

Conductor Rank: 23rd

In 2024 Fairey were placed 6th, 2023 10th, and 2022 15th.

Since the last British Open, Fairey have come 6th at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section), and 20th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Philip Chalk was placed 6th, and 2023 10th.

Since the last British Open, Philip Chalk has come 7th at the Scottish Championships (Championship Section), 6th at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section), and 20th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

Flowers

Rank: 11th

Conductor: Paul Holland

Conductor Rank: 5th

In 2024 Flowers were placed 2nd, 2023 8th, and 2022 12th.

Since the last British Open, Flowers have come 2nd at the West of England Area Championships (Championship Section), 3rd at the Brass in Concert, and 1st at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Paul Holland was placed 2nd, 2023 8th, and 2022 12th.

Since the last British Open, Paul Holland has come 11th at the European Championships (Championship Section), 2nd at the West of England Area Championships (Championship Section), 8th at the Norwegian National Championships (Elite Division), 9th at the Scottish Open, 3rd at the Brass in Concert, 3rd at the Dutch National Championships (Championship Section), and 1st at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

Fodens

Rank: 4th

Conductor: Russell Gray

Conductor Rank: 1st

In 2024 Fodens were placed 5th, 2023 1st, and 2022 2nd.

Since the last British Open, Fodens have come 12th at the European Championships (Championship Section), 1st at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section), 4th at the Brass in Concert, and 2nd at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Russell Gray was placed 5th, 2023 1st, and 2022 2nd.

Since the last British Open, Russell Gray has come 12th at the European Championships (Championship Section), 6th at the North American Championships (Championship Section), 6th at the West of England Area Championships (Championship Section), 1st at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section), 5th at the Norwegian National Championships (Division 2), 1st at the Swedish National Championships (First Division), 2nd at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section), and 8th at the Swiss Open.

Grimethorpe Colliery Band

Rank: 23rd

Conductor: Michael Bach

Conductor Rank: 8th

In 2024 Grimethorpe Colliery Band were placed 4th, 2023 4th, and 2022 6th.

Since the last British Open, Grimethorpe Colliery Band have come 9th at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section).

In 2024 Michael Bach was placed 4th, 2023 4th, and 2022 6th.

Since the last British Open, Michael Bach has come 9th at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), 3rd at the Swiss National Championships (Excellence Division), and 2nd at the Swiss Open.

Hammonds Band

Rank: 20th

Conductor: Morgan Griffiths

Conductor Rank: 20th

In 2024 Hammonds Band were placed 13th, 2023 9th, and 2022 10th.

Since the last British Open, Hammonds Band have come 4th at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), and 11th at the Brass in Concert.

In 2024 Morgan Griffiths was placed 13th, 2023 9th, and 2022 10th.

Since the last British Open, Morgan Griffiths has come 4th at the Yorkshire Area Championships (Championship Section), and 11th at the Brass in Concert.

Leyland

Rank: 22nd

Conductor: Danny Brooks

Conductor Rank: 32nd

In 2024 Leyland were placed 9th, 2023 17th, and 2022 11th.

Since the last British Open, Leyland have come 2nd at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section).

In 2024 Danny Brooks was placed 9th.

Since the last British Open, Danny Brooks has come 18th at the Senior Cup, and 2nd at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section).

Oldham (Lees)

Rank: 35th

Conductor: John Collins

Conductor Rank: 33rd

In 2024 Oldham (Lees) were placed 18th.

Since the last British Open, Oldham (Lees) have come 3rd at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section).

In 2024 John Collins was placed 18th.

Since the last British Open, John Collins has come 3rd at the North West Area Championships (Championship Section).

Reg Vardy

Rank: 29th

Conductor: Stephen Roberts

Conductor Rank: 93rd

This is the first time Reg Vardy have played at this contest since 2013 where they were placed 16th

Since the last British Open, Reg Vardy have come 1st at the Grand Shield, and 4th at the North of England Area Championships (Championship Section).

This is the first time Stephen Roberts have played at this contest since 1993 where they were placed 13th

Since the last British Open, Stephen Roberts has come 1st at the Grand Shield, and 4th at the North of England Area Championships (Championship Section).

Tredegar

Rank: 3rd

Conductor: Ian Porthouse

Conductor Rank: 3rd

In 2024 Tredegar were placed 7th, 2023 3rd, and 2022 5th.

Since the last British Open, Tredegar have come 1st at the Welsh Championships (Championship Section), 6th at the Brass in Concert, and 6th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Ian Porthouse was placed 7th, 2023 3rd, and 2022 5th.

Since the last British Open, Ian Porthouse has come 4th at the Grand Shield, 1st at the Welsh Championships (Championship Section), 2nd at the Midlands Area Championships (Championship Section), 3rd at the Norwegian National Championships (Division 1), 6th at the Brass in Concert, and 6th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

Whitburn Band

Rank: 12th

Conductor: Michael Fowles

Conductor Rank: 15th

In 2024 Whitburn Band were placed 17th, and 2023 11th.

Since the last British Open, Whitburn Band have come 1st at the Scottish Championships (Championship Section), 2nd at the Scottish Open, and 13th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

In 2024 Michael Fowles was placed 17th, and 2022 17th.

Since the last British Open, Michael Fowles has come 5th at the Senior Trophy, 1st at the North American Championships (Championship Section), 7th at the Midlands Area Championships (Championship Section), 6th at the Scottish Open, 4th at the Brass in Concert, and 13th at the National Championships of Great Britain (Championship Section).

BrassedOn Predictions

1. Brass Band Treize Etoiles - Frédéric Théodoloz
2. Fodens - Russell Gray
3. Cory Band - Philip Harper
4. Black Dyke - Nicholas Childs
5. Flowers - Paul Holland
6. Tredegar - Ian Porthouse
7. Cooperation Band - Katrina Marzella-Wheeler
8. Grimethorpe Colliery Band - Michael Bach
9. Brighouse & Rastrick - David King
10. Fairey - Philip Chalk
11. Carlton Main Frickley Colliery - Allan Withington
12. Aldbourne - Glyn Williams
13. Whitburn Band - Michael Fowles
14. Hammonds Band - Morgan Griffiths
15. Leyland - Danny Brooks
16. Reg Vardy - Stephen Roberts
17. Amersham - Paul Fisher
18. Oldham (Lees) - John Collins

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