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What
is the Midland Banjo Fest (MBF)
The MBF is a gathering of all styles of banjo music from the
amateur to professional, with enthusiasts & players meeting up,
chatting, buying, selling, relaxing & enjoying good company. A mid –
afternoon ‘Community Jam Session,’ followed by a Concert in which anyone
can play, with the conclusion in the evening of the ‘Free Prize
Banjo Draw,’ and our ‘Grande Finale’ community swing session.
History
of the MBF
Originally created in 1999 by Cliff Atkin
& Roger Bower at the Bass Museum, followed by the Queens Hotel in Burton
on Trent, success determined that more space was required and in 2001
the MBF moved to it’s home in Bretby Conference Centre. In 2005 the
MBF
was transferred into the hands of Reg Stranks, who is the current
Organizer of the Fest.
Reg Stranks Organiser.
Bretby Conference Centre &
location
The Bretby Conference Centre is of a very comfortable 4star
standard with a full service of hot & cold snacks, hot meals, licensed
bar, hot & cold soft drinks all prepared by quality Chef’s. In addition
there is adjoining accommodation, £45 single, £54 (double or twin) room
cost (£27 each for those prepared to share inclusive of full English
breakfast & VAT.
The Conference Centre is situated 3 miles South of Burton on Trent,Staffordshire within the Bretby Business Park in the village of Bretby,on the A511 Ashby Road, a short taxi ride from Burton on Trent railway station. Hull Ferry docks approx., 108 miles (170 km) with good motorway connections. East Midlands airport approx., 15 miles (24 km)
Bretby Conference Centre
Disabled Facilities Bretby Conference Centre is fully equipped to cater for people with Disabilities, having disabled toilets on each floor, lift & disabled bedrooms.
Children
Admission for children 12 years of age & below is free. Whilst we are
keen to introduce & promote the banjo to all children, for safety
reasons children are only admitted under the supervision of a
responsible adult on a 4:1 ratio.
Admission above this ratio can only be by prior written consent by the Organiser.
