Brighouse and Rastrick Band Crowned Champions at 171st British Open Brass Band Championships
Symphony Hall, Birmingham – 6 September 2025
Brighouse and Rastrick Band have triumphed at the prestigious 171st British Open Brass Band Championships, securing first place under the exceptional leadership of Professor David King. Their performance of Stephen Roberts’ Star Crossed Lovers captivated adjudicators and audiences alike, earning unanimous praise and marking a defining moment in the band’s illustrious history.
This victory not only adds another title to their legacy but also qualifies Brighouse and Rastrick as the top English band for the European Brass Band Championships 2027 in Montreux.
Individual excellence also shone through, with Ashley Marsden receiving the Brian Evans Memorial Trophy for Best Soprano Cornet, and Chris Robertson awarded the Geoffrey Whitham Memorial Trophy for Best Euphonium.
Professor David King’s visionary direction continues to elevate the band to new heights, reaffirming their status as one of the finest ensembles in the brass band world.
Brighouse and Rastrick Band extend their gratitude to supporters, adjudicators, and fellow competitors for making this year’s British Open a truly memorable event.
Long may the purple reign.
