BRASS AT THE LAKE
Brassed Off Live!
Sunday 16th August 2026
6.00pm – 9.30pm
Outdoor screening of Brassed Off with live brass score and performance by Grimethorpe Colliery Band, celebrating Yorkshire’s brass band heritage
TICKETS FROM £45
You can book a FREE Under 16s ticket per general admission paying adult ticket. Additional under 16s will be charged at full price.
All members of your party must have a valid ticket.
A powerful closing night rooted in Yorkshire’s brass band legacy
Celebrate the festival finale with a special outdoor screening of Brassed Off, brought vividly to life with a live score from the world-renowned Grimethorpe Colliery Band. Returning to Halifax 30 years after the film was shot here, this is a homecoming moment brimming with Yorkshire pride.
The evening also includes a special live set from Grimethorpe, performing highlights from their award-winning repertoire before the screening begins.
Experience the story in a new way as live brass accompanies the film in real time, adding depth, warmth and unmistakable Yorkshire spirit to every scene.
Laugh, cry and be carried through one of Britain’s most iconic films, reimagined for the open air.
A unique cultural experience you can’t stream at home, and a fitting finale celebrating Calderdale’s place in British film and music history.
About the film:
Released in 1996, this bittersweet comedy-drama from Mark Herman follows Danny, played by Pete Postlethwaite, the devoted leader of the Grimley Colliery Band, determined to prove “we are not defeated.” Featuring standout performances from Ewan McGregor, Stephen Tompkinson and Tara Fitzgerald, it’s a powerful story of resilience, community and pride.
Performed by:
Grimethorpe Colliery Band
In association with the Royal Albert Hall
