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Free concert woos the audience at Wisbech Bandstand with first of a series of summer performances

John Elworthy

Published: 2:05 PM May 21, 2019

Updated: 6:26 AM November 4, 2020

Wisbech Bandstand: First of a series of free concerts staged by volunteers took place on Sunday. Next event will be in June with a military themed concert. Picture; KIM TAYLOR - Credit: Archant

First of the season afternoon concerts in the park took place at Wisbech Bandstand on Sunday.

Wisbech Bandstand: First of a series of free concerts staged by volunteers took place on Sunday. Next event will be in June with a military themed concert. Picture; KIM TAYLOR - Credit: Archant

A beautiful sunny day saw a good crowd come and listen to the first of a free series of concerts planned by volunteers throughout the summer.

One happy visitor reported: "It was special for me because after a lengthy stay in hospital and more time spent convalescing at home, it was nice to get out and meet and catch up with old friends.

Wisbech Bandstand: First of a series of free concerts staged by volunteers took place on Sunday. Next event will be in June with a military themed concert. Picture; KIM TAYLOR - Credit: Archant

"Meeting old friends in a great relaxed atmosphere with some good music make these events really worthwhile."

She added: "I looked around and saw so many people obviously enjoying themselves, I then realised that bringing people together is what these events are all about and I am so proud to be part of the team who are making this happen"

Wisbech Bandstand: First of a series of free concerts staged by volunteers took place on Sunday. Next event will be in June with a military themed concert. Picture; KIM TAYLOR - Credit: Archant

Event organisers said they were grateful for sponsors who had helped allow the event to happen.

Magpas air ambulance got a boost, too, with £172 raised from a bucket collection.

Wisbech Bandstand: First of a series of free concerts staged by volunteers took place on Sunday. Next event will be in June with a military themed concert. Picture; KIM TAYLOR - Credit: Archant

Next month, and in recognition of the World War 2 invasion of Normandy in June 1944 (Operation Overlord). Friends of Wisbech Bandstand are to present a military themed event on June 16 from 2pm. It will include a performance from Marham Military Wives choir.

Wisbech Bandstand: First of a series of free concerts staged by volunteers took place on Sunday. Next event will be in June with a military themed concert. Picture; KIM TAYLOR - Credit: Archant