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In August 2018, dawn m said:

Arrive early if u r a large party to ensure u all sit together no reserved seats
Had a really fun night out with family even the kids enjoyed the show
Great fun night reasonably priced not to long a que for drinks not sure if we would of stayed if it was raining but our night was fine

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In August 2018, butch808 said:

First time at this venue to see The Signatures, great band in a great venue in the open air.Venue is great location with seating. excellent bar with varied range of drinks

Ticket price extremely good value worth a visit and Eastbourne good too

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In August 2018, Mark E said:

Well worth a visit on your stay in Eastbourne. We booked tickets online for the Northern soul tribute and weren't disappointed.

Tickets only 7.95 each for balcony. Would of preferred the seats lower ground but said there were none available.

Great night, great atmosphere and great band withe the fireworks finale the icing on the cake.

Would defo recommend.

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In August 2018, LesleyJ1515 said:

Have been to a few of the tribute nights here and it’s great as you can get up and dance and sing along....also brilliant Christmas Day when usually a silver band is playing Christmas songs...people with their Christmas hats on...and some dogs as well ...and Boxing Day there is dancing and mulled wine..great fun. Various levels with a bar as well

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In August 2018, northants90 said:

This place is located on the promenade so takes centre stage. Built in around the 1930,s it has retained its features. Hired out for private events as well as being an entertainment venue for the town. It is a lovely feature and well worth a visit.

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In August 2018, Tina T said:

The bandstand is situated on the seafront with seating on the same level as the stand as well as a higher platform of seating for when it is really busy.
I went to see the Sevenoaks Band which was visiting in August. I believe many bands from around the country do a stint there. The music was a mix of classical to the Rolling Stone with the finale being the 1812 overture and fireworks displayed from the beach. A really nice evening.
At weekends they have tribute acts and you can dance there. Lucky residents of Eastbourne, wish we had this in my home town.

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In August 2018, JJE60 said:

If you’ve never been to a tribute night at the bandstand, you should go! Few things are as much fun for everyone, of any age, the atmosphere is great and all the bands deliver a great show. The same goes for the 1812 nights - more old school but still a great night out.

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In August 2018, bruce t said:

always enjoy going to the tribute nights at the bandstand,they get some really good acts,recently seen the supremes and cliff Richard and the underground shadows{both very good}the venue itself is brilliant with a great atmosphere and well worth a visit.

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In August 2018, drjohn664 said:

1920 s- 30s style but its all original ...great band stand ,round in style with coloured panels....sunk in a low level ,with seating.....upper tier the same ….great spectacle for wedsdays fireworks ,or Fridays live bands(different each week....tribute bands ) a must GO

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In August 2018, BRESAN27 said:

We saw the Wealden Brass Band. I didn`t know what to expect but it was great. We were served a variety of tunes, compilations and two guest artists. A soprano and a chap who played the bagpipes? The venues was packed out and the seating is on a first come basis. Very relaxing.

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In August 2018, mark c said:

At a loose end Friday evening we decided to purchase 2 tickets (£7.95 each) for this event. What a great decision, excellent tribute act with some 60's favourites thrown in. Lots of people up dancing and jiving and a bar to refresh yourself. All on a perfect summers night.

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In August 2018, Kim C said:

Excellent place free of charge
Loved it sheltered from wind and peaceful place to chill unwind
Very clean tidy area
And all free

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In August 2018, DickieD25 said:

Band music by amateur players clearly enjoying their performance under an energetic band leader. One or two solo players did ok. But somehow playing the 1812 Overture with a band this size doesn't quite 'do it' to fireworks! Also rather than play a couple of well known tunes such as Dam Busters listed in programme last section they chose a quite unknown Yorkshire something or other. So a little disappointing overall.

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In July 2018, 924david said:

First time visit to the bandstand to see Badness. The venue is unique and very British. People were queuing an hour or so to get in but there were enough seats to easily accommodate everyone who had booked. The height of the bandstand stage helps when people get up to dance (I use that term lightly in some cases!) so you still get a decent view.

It was a bit chilly at times but being an open-air venue it’s the chance you take. The band were good with a mixture of ska songs.

like some other reviewers I also have a gripe about charging 20p to use the toilets whilst serving drink in the bar area. There was an attendant there at all times so why not increase the admission a little and let people just show their tickets to use the facilities.

Even allowing for that it is a cracking little venue and one I would return to.

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In July 2018, sheepygold said:

This is titled as the busiest bandstand in the UK and certainly as far as I am aware it is unique. There are shows on every day during peak holiday season and the ticket prices are very reasonable. On Wednesday evenings at 7.30 the doors open for a 2 hour concert with the 1812 overture as the climax accompanied by fireworks. Tickets are cheaper in advance at £7.75 for the full adult price. The musicians are of a high standard. The chairs are comfortable, there is a bar but you have to use the public toilet at 20 pence a go. Most of the seating is open to the elements. The Wednesday concert is great fun.

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In July 2018, Lindylock said:

Wow, yet another fantastic evening at the Bandstand. Last night we went to see Mercury, the Queen tribute band, brilliant. So far this year have seen Lady Gaga, Pink, Phil Collins, Robbie Williams, and many more bands booked to see over the next few months. We have been so impressed that we have become Friends if the Bandstand.A great family event every week.

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In July 2018, angiel1972 said:

I've been to a few of the tribute shows at the bandstand and the calibre of entertainment has always been great, last night's Elton John tribute was overall, very good..my only comment on the show is that just when people were getting up to do the dancing he changed the tempo and mood and candle in the wind is pretty hard to jive to.... my other grumble is that when you buy a ticket to see a show you expect to be able to use the loo without a) leaving the venue and b) having to pay for it. There were quite a few of the towns "characters" hanging around outside the toilets.. i politely declined their offer to use one of their pockets when i couldn't find a 20p piece. I understand that the building is listed and they can't just add a bog, but surely it could be arranged that if you show your ticket to the attendant she should let you use the facilities for free. The bar area is tiny and staffed by 2 or 3 people, which is why the queue never seemed to get any smaller!

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In July 2018, Paul Legate said:

Eastbourne Bandstand is an elegant structure in Neo-Grec style situated along the Grand Parade and was built in 1935 and designed by Leslie Rosevere, a Borough Council Engineer. It has a main arena with upper balconies and originally had seating for over 3,500 people but due to rules and regulations the maximum capacity has been reduced to 1.600 seats. The bandstand is an iconic building in an attractive setting along the seafront.

The Bandstand hosts around 150 concerts a year and has the accolade of being the busiest bandstand in United Kingdom. We booked a Saturday night Tribute Band concert in advance and collected our tickets at the Box Office on the day of the concert. The show was excellent and well organised however if I had a gripe it was that some of the seats had seen better days and some were literally falling apart. It is a place worth seeing whilst in Eastbourne and even better when there for a concert especially on the warm summer's day that we visited.

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In July 2018, Rob G said:

Located right on the seafront a lovely looking bandstand. Can visit it in the day time when empty and just the seats are out or if you are lucky enough to see a performance there then you’re in for a great time.

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In July 2018, Gemmamartin82 said:

The bandstand offers a number of different events and gigs over the summer months , tickets are well priced and hot ,
Cold and alcoholic drinks can be purchased inside along with a selection of snacks . All seats good and a dance floor area means you can get up and dance - only thing is bring a warm jacket when the wind whips up its freezing !

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In July 2018, Pegasus8London said:

Having stayed in The Crescent Hotel, which is just opposite Eastbourne Bandstand, it was quite hard to miss! The acoustics are certainly good, with numerous artists performing while I was there. The music, ranging in type from Classical to "Pop", was pretty good. That said, it can be very loud, and it rightfully stops at around 10pm. Good ambience overlooking the English Channel!

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In July 2018, Gary G said:

Great to walk straight into right on the beach front with no hassel very good price with good services and great shows well worth the visit giving you just what you need to enjoy your day

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In July 2018, NICOLAJAYNE50 said:

Eastbourne's iconic bandstand is said to be the busiest in the UK. .. summer season is in full swing & there are a variety of tribute acts performing here over the season... having never paid to see an act here, I am unsure of the prices, however you can just sit on the beach & listen to the music ( rather than pay for a seat) as I do often... a sad sign of the times is that there are often homeless who sleep here..

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In June 2018, jillbeer18 said:

Bought tickets for Jersey Boys tribute on Friday 22nd June. Advised to get there for 7 p.m. as it would be busy, which it was. Only seats available on the top level. At 8 p.m. when concert was due to start another guest told us that there had been a notice at the entrance that the act had been delayed. We hadn't seen this notice so were unawares. No announcement was made and we sat there until nearly 9.00 before Jersey Boys arrived and then further delay while they set up. Apparently they had been delayed in traffic. Very disappointed as we had to leave at 9.30 because it had turned so cold which I think was the same for many of the more mature audience members. Not a good end to the otherwise enjoyable weeks holiday in Eastbourne.

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In June 2018, nigeldebbie said:

Have been attending events here for several years and recently joined FOB
not only is the entertainment really good and great value.
But the credit here goes to the staff. From box office to front of house.
Professional. Polite. Coerteous. Jovial
In all a credit to the management.
Long may it reign as a jewel in Eastbournes crown

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