Bathgate Band project mentioned in the House of Commons
Earlier this week, Bathgate Band and its work to establish Bathgate Music Hub were mentioned during proceedings in the House of Commons. For everyone involved, this was a proud moment. Not because it was about recognition for its own sake, but because it showed that a local, community‑driven project being led from Bathgate is being…
Momentum Continues for Bathgate Music Hub
Bathgate Band is pleased to share that West Lothian Council has now scheduled the next stage of the Community Asset Transfer process for the Music Hub, which is expected to take place in late February. This is an important milestone, giving us the opportunity to present the community’s vision for a dedicated space that supports learning,…
What Bathgate Band Brings to Bathgate
The Bathgate Procession began in 1844, honouring local philanthropist John Newland, and Bathgate Band proudly led that very first civic celebration. That tradition continues today, with the Band marking each year’s event as a living symbol of community pride and continuity. Since that first Procession, Bathgate Band has stood at the heart of local life,…
What Music Means to Us
The legacy of Bathgate Band is strong, but its future lives in the hands of our youngest musicians. This week, we’re handing the mic to our youngest members. Through short video bios, they’ll share what music means to them and what it feels like to be part of Bathgate Band. Their voices offer a clear…
A Message From Our President
Bathgate Band has always been more than music. It’s heritage, civic pride, and the pulse of a community that’s rallied behind generations of players, families and supporters. In this short video, our President reflects on the legacy we’ve inherited — and the future we’re working to secure. It’s a personal message from our leadership, calling…
Save the Wee Mair Nursery for Music, not Developers!
West Lothian Council has recently announced plans to sell the Bathgate West Nursery building, affectionately known locally as The Wee Mair Nursery, a site steeped in local heritage and cultural potential. We believe this space should remain a community asset, continuing to benefit generations to come. Bathgate Band is today launching an exciting proposal to…
Paul Dornan Memorial Award
In November 2022 our Principal cornet George Docherty won the Paul Dornan Memorial Award at the Scottish Challenge Shield held at Perth Concert Hall. We were immensely proud of George for securing this inaugural prize, prompting us to seek permission to commission a duplicate salver for him to cherish.Last week, during one of our rehearsals,…
Bathgate Community Centre helps send youngsters to NYBBS
Thanks to a very generous donation from the Bathgate Community Centre Management Team, young musicians from our bands will find it much easier to attend this year’s National Youth Brass Band of Scotland (NYBBS) course. NYBBS offers young brass and percussion players aged from 9-22 years old, and varying levels of ability, an opportunity to perform a challenging, exciting…
The Bathgate Band
