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Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out, The Workshop Boys have fast become one of Bedford's most loved bar bands.

The Black Charade and Fell Out Boy return to our main stage on Friday 26th September! This one always sells out, so early tickets highly recommended for a night down (emo) memory lane - on sale now from Seetickets.

An absurdly stellar lineup has emerged for the blender autumn Future Sessions, returning to Esquires on Friday, September 26. Tickets just £12 in advance for this one, with demand expected to be high. Don't dilly dally, hit the see tickets …

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Formed in 2017, the band members span 3 generations, performing music enjoyed by all

Terrorvision + Guests Weds 1st October, Bedford Esquires  

This radical East London duo are known for their intense live shows exploring the raw holler of folk, synths, spoken word and intricate rustic dobro guitar. Full-force reworkings of centuries-old work-songs speak to contemporary issues of class, using multi-layered sonic …

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Join us for our monthly music quizMusic from the 50's to the presentTeams of up to 6 people£2 per person to enterCash prize for the winning team

Professor Elemental + Laurie Black 7:30pm, Friday 8th October, Bedford Esquires Together for the first time! The uniquely brilliant synth powered music of Laurie Black and the wildly inventive, uplifting silliness of Professor Elemental, come together for a once in …

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SPACE COWBOY - A TRIBUTE TO JAMIROQUAI 7:30pm, Saturday 3rd October, Bedford Esquires Space Cowboy are a tribute to Jamiroquai, bringing to life the music you know and love with the same live passion and energy only rivalled by Jamiroquai …

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The Rifles head out on a new UK Tour, calling into Bedford Esquires on Friday 3rd October. Fresh from their UK #1 Independent album ‘LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOUR’ this will be the first full band show at the venue in over …

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The BellRays Esquires, Bedford - Saturday 4th October Blues is the teacher. Punk is the Preacher. It’s all about emotion and energy. Experience and raw talent, spirit and intellect. Exciting things happen when these things collide. Bob Vennum and Lisa …

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.... And they are back.... Marc Patching,Andy Childs and Johnny Carr .. FULL CIRCLE play their first Esquires show for over 2 years

Miki Berenyi Trio are Miki Berenyi on vocals/guitar (Lush), Kevin ‘Moose’ McKillop on guitar (Moose) and Oliver Cherer (Gilroy Mere, Aircooled). The three musicians first worked together during Piroshka’s 2021 tour – Miki and Kevin being founder members, Oliver coming …

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A fantastic blend of Jazz,Funk and Soul.. The Dirty Rhodes Band return to Esquires for a Sunday Afternoon Session

Dog Race are a quintet originally hailing from Bedford and have been building quite the reputation for their gothic tinged electronically enhanced sound. It’s the Squeeze, The Leader and recent release Return the Day (Colours) are all full of horror …

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Fronted by Nigerian singer Eno Williams, Ibibio Sound Machine is a clash of African and electronic elements inspired in equal measure by the golden era of West-African funk and disco and modern post-punk and electro. Ibibio Sound Machine were founded …

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BOLD AS LOVE – ‘The Jimi Hendrix Experience Tribute’ 7:30pm Friday 10th October, Bedford Esquires BOLD AS LOVE are a dynamic 3 piece dedicated to celebrating the legendary music and spirit of Jimi Hendrix. Formed in 2024, we faithfully pay …

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The Pad Presents...PUNKY REGGAE PARTY Ft: POPES OF CHILLITOWN + SHANGHAI TREASON + NEW GROOVE FORMATION + THE BARRYS + BLACK ROOSTER REVIVAL 4pm, Sat 11th October, Bedford Esquires Heading into a new season we are pleased to announce a …

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Legends of the UK live scene, there’s not many festivals or indeed towns that these boys haven’t played in the 34 years they’ve been together. In that time, they have released five albums, sold over 2 million records,been streamed over …

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Relive the sounds of the alternative music scene from '79-'89... 80's New Wave / Synth Pop / Post Punk...

British virtuoso blues-rock guitarist, former pro MMA fighter and hard rock frontman Kris Barras launches an exciting new musical collective that takes him back to his blues rock roots. Once the leading light of the young British blues-rock scene; he's …

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ULTIMATE COLDPLAY + Guests 7.30pm Sat 17th October, Bedford Esquires Following a SOLD OUT show at Esquires in 22, 23 & 2024 we are pleased to welcome back Ultimate Coldplay back to the venue this October. Since launching in 2017 …

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Praying Mantis + Guests 7;30pm, Friday 17th October Praying Mantis are one of the NWOBHM movement's most loved bands. Forming way back in London in 1973, Praying Mantis have since released 12 studio albums over the last 50 years, including …

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LINK N PARK ( The UK’s Leading Tribute to Linkin Park)‘25th Anniversary of Hybrid Theory’ 7:30pm Saturday 18th October, Bedford Esquires Following a sell out show in 2023 & 2024 LINK N PARK are back on Sat 18th October. For …

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Once again around what would have been Chris Robinson’s birthday, we will celebrate the man, the music he’s associated with and especially the music of Pink Floyd that he loved. If you’d like to take and sing or play something …

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Bilk + Guests: Chroma 19:30, 21st Oct 2025Esquires, Bedford Bilk are an exciting rock and roll band hailing from Chelmsford, Essex. Fusing elements of rock and roll, punk, indie and rap, Bilk’s style can never be pigeon holed. Fronted by charismatic …

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Johnny Hates Jazz, comprising Clark Datchler (songwriting, vocals, keyboards) and Mike Nocito (production, engineering, guitars), achieved prominence in the late 1980s with a string of hits, notably "Shattered Dreams." Released in March 1987, the song reached top 5 in the …

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Hue and Cry - Electro Acoustic show 7:30pm, Fri 24th October 2024 – Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce 80’s legends HUE & CRY come to Bedford Esquires Friday 24th October for a special Electro / Acoustic show.  Alongside Wet Wet …

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SWIFTIES - Swiftogeddon returns to the building with their Taylor themed club night on Friday 24th October! With a new album, 'The Life Of A Showgirl' out earlier in the month, this one is a celebration of the new record, …

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Boombastic events are back in the building, with a special, all ages family silent disco. Costumes on, headphones on, big family smiles guaranteed. Dance together while everyone finds their perfect vibe – no dance skills needed, just bring your energy …

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Moretallica - UK Metallica Tribute Band 7:30pm Saturday 25th October, Bedford Esquires Following fully sold out shows in 2023 and 2024 we are pleased to announce the return of Moretallica to Bedford Esquires on Saturday 25th October. 2025 is Moretallica's …

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SPEAR OF DESTINY + Dollface Reunion + Desperate Measures Matinee show - 4:30pm, Sunday 26th October, Bedford Esquires 2025 would not be complete without a visit to Bedford Esquires from Kirk Brandon.  Kirk is back on tour this autumn with …

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Post Punk and New Wave anthems ... Always a packed out show.. We look forward to welcoming the Vinyl Frontier back to Bedford Esquires

Judi Love 'Work In Progress' show 7pm Weds 29th October - Bedford Esquires - show starts 7:30pm We're pleased to announce that the lovely Judi Love is returning to our main stage, courtesy of The Jesterlarf Comedy Club! Judi visits …

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Toby Lee - 7:30pm, Thursday 30th October, Bedford Esquires Dubbed a future superstar of the blues by Joe Bonamassa, 17-year-old Toby Lee boasts an impressive musical CV. Toby’s journey started at just 4-years-old when his grandma bought him a yellow …

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Vinyl Revelations proudly presents: THE CHORDS UK A very rare (possibly first!) visit to BEDFORD from the legendary CHORDS UK. They are doing a small tour to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the classic MOD album SO FAR AWAY The …

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THE CUREHEADS + Siouxsie & The Budgiees 7:30pm Friday 31st October, Bedford Esquires The original tribute to The Cure ‘The Cureheads’ make a very welcome return to Bedford Esquires for a HALLOWEEN SPECIAL on Friday 31st October following their SOLD …

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Halloween on an actual Friday!?!?! Spooky scenes... On Friday 31st October, we bring back our ever popular Halloween Silent Disco, and our first adult SD of the year. As always, the club will be looking frightening, with prizes for the …

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The Herbaliser Band + Guests 7:30pm, Sat 1st November, Bedford Esquires Way back In 1995, Ollie Teeba and Jake Wherry AKA The Herbaliser, a sample-based beatmaking duo from Twickenham, South West London, released their debut 12” single ‘The Real Killer’ …

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The Cinelli Brothers + Guests: Greene  7:30pm, Saturday 1st November, Bedford Esquires Winners of the 2024 UK Blues Band of The Year, The Cinelli Brothers are an award-winning 4 Piece band from London comprised of Marco and Alessandro Cinelli from …

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Always a great  Sunday Afternoon session . Devil's Mojo are an energetic, eclectic , contemporary and rock / pop cover band.

Join us for our monthly music quizMusic from the 50’s to the present Teams of up to 6 people £2 per person to enterCash prize for the winning team

The Birthday Massacre + Lesbian Death Bed 7:30pm, Thurs 7th November, Esquires    The Birthday Massacre is a synth rock band, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The band was officially formed in 1999, known at that time as Imagica. The …

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Ferocious Dog + Guests 7:30pm, Friday 7th November, Bedford Esquires Ferocious Dog are a six-piece band who deal in a vibrant vein of Celtic-folk infused punk rock, comfortably slotting in between Billy Bragg and The Levellers. However, like The Levellers …

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THE 2PM CLUB™ Daytime Disco Bedford80s 90s 00s ANTHEMS ALL.DAY.LONG! Sat 8th Nov |  Bedford Esquires |  2pm - 6pm BEDFORD — YOUR AFTERNOON IS ABOUT TO GET UPGRADED.The ultimate Daytime Disco is back, bigger, brighter, and cheekier than ever. Four hours of …

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GONG + Snorkel  7:30pm, Sat 8th November, Bedford Esquires GONG are coming to Bedford Esquires on Sat 8th November. The ever-metamorphosing entity that is GONG launches, as ever, into unknown – and unknowing – territory with new tours for 2025 …

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World-renowned, critically-acclaimed, electrically-powered, rascally rock 'n' roll www.sohodukes.com

Support from SOUNDS MINT Returning to the venue for the first time since their sold out show back in 2019, Pigs x 7 are guaranteed to bring the noise. I’ve always liked the quote: “Sleep, those little slices of death …

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Beans On Toast + Nuala  7:30pm, Weds 12th November Bedford Esquires Folk legend Beans on Toast is coming to town. A travelling troubadour for the ages, Beans is an entertainer, singer, songwriter, storyteller – and a master of his art. …

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The Style Councillors return to Bedford Esquires

A Pete McKee Celebration is coming to Esquires Music Venue in Bedford Saturday 15th November Artist Pete McKee invites you to attend a special event hosted at one of the UK’s best-loved independent music venues. For the first time, Pete …

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Featuring BOB PETERS on keys and MARKOS on drums. Rock, rhythm and blues covers band. Expect...Tom Petty, Janis Joplin, Led Zep, Santana, Fleetwood Mac, Rollin Stones etc etc..

Benefits + Dan Le Sac 5pm - Sunday 16th November (matinee show) Forming in 2019 and consisting of Kingsley Hall on vocals and Robbie Major on synths, beats and noise, Benefits quickly evolved into a group that aims to merge …

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The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart + Cassie Ramone 7:30pm Weds 19th November, Bedford Esquires Roughly five years after breaking up, New York's indie shoegazey/dream-popppers the Pains of being Pure at Heart have announced a reunion tour celebrating the …

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The Gig Cartel presents... THE DAMN TRUTH Critically acclaimed psychedelic Montreal four-piece rock’n’roll band the Damn Truth return to the UK for an 11-date November 2025 headline tour, stopping off at Esquires on Thursday 20th November. In 2021, the band …

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Bedford singer songwriter Andrew Richardson's writing covers a distinctive range of personal memories to social and political observations that acutely capture modern life. His three studio albums: ‘This Is Me’, ‘Keep the Fight Going’ and the 2025 album release ‘State …

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THE EXPLOITED + Sick On The Bus + The Tendons  45 YEARS OF CHAOS 7.30pm Friday 21st November, Bedford Esquires The Exploited ARE punk rock !! The first wave of British punk was a bust. Sid was dead and the …

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The Pogue Traders - A celebration of The Pogues 7:30pm, Sat 22nd November This November, we celebrate Ireland's second most famous export. Making their Esquires debut - The Pogue Traders, a celebration of The Pogues! Formed back in 2007, The …

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Initially started as a solo project from enigmatic frontwoman Sarah Cosgrove, Low Girl has since expanded to include her sibling Tom Cosgrove (drums), bassist/guitarist Bradley Taylor and keyboardist Toby Morgan, whom she met while studying at Lincoln University. On debut …

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High energy performance of classic Dr. Feelgood, from the 1970s ‘Gypie’ Mayo period. The Feelgood Band! With a seal of approval from Wilko Johnson, Sparko and Figure! “Man, it’s great. It’s just what it would’ve been like to see Dr …

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AGMP Concerts proudly presents MARTIN STEPHENSON & THE DAINTEES 'Boat To Bolivia' 40th Anniversary Tour + special guests: Nicola Madill Martin Stephenson & The Daintees hail from the North East of England. Their debut single 'Roll On Summertime' was released …

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Wolfgang Flür (Ex Kraftwerk) + Pete Duggel 7:30pm, Friday 28th November, Bedford Esquires Member of the classic Kraftwerk line up 1973-1987 and author of “I Was A Robot”. A member of Kraftwerk during the group’s golden era, Wolfgang Flür was …

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A charity event to raise money for a wonderful young dad who was recently diagnosed with a Brain Tumour.Raising money to get ground breaking treatment in Germany. With music from: Poison Justice& The Pride Entry is a charity donation.

CEREMONY Alumni : She's In Parties + Cucamaras + djank + Herbie May (The Lounge Society) 6:30pm, Saturday 29th November, Bedford Esquires Ceremony extra event KLAXON - handful of early bird tickets available - move fast. We thought it would …

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GAZ BROOKFIELD + Thomas Benjamin Wild Esq 7:30pm, Sat 29th November, Bedford Esquires NEW ALBUM! MASSIVE SOLO TOUR! SHORT FULL BAND TOUR!!! Gaz Brookfield is back on the road to promote 'Waiting For Wisdom' his tenth studio album out on …

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The King Bees are a Bedford based blues/funk/RnB/soul bandMarc Patching (Vocals/Gtr)Steve Pagano (Bass)Stewart Noakes (Keys)Tony Morton (Drums)Making a welcome return to Esquires for the Sunday Afternoon Session

Angela Barnes - Angst 7:30pm, Weds 3rd December Angela Barnes presents her brand new tour show called “Angst”, and is stopping off at Esquires as part of her UK tour on Wednesday 3rd December, courtesy if the fine people at …

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The Ogretones - 7:30pm, Thurs 4th December 9-piece Shrek tribute band, playing all your favourites from the Shrek films! One for Shrek fans, Live Sound Promotions are bringing The Ogretones to Esquires in December, and dressing up as Shrek characters …

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Join us for our monthly music quiz. Music from the 50's to the present Teams of up to 6 people £2 per person to enterCash prize for the winning team

Formed in the orbit of a South London pub, the spirit of Mên An Tol’s music can be traced back to frontman Bill Jefferson’s own musical education in his native Cornwall where he’d play folk sessions in and around the …

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A message from Spike "For everyone who's asked why there are no shows down south on this tour, I'm pleased to announce 'The Quireboys Office Christmas Party' on December 6th at Bedford Esquires. So now we can get together and …

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SPECIAL KINDA MADNESS!7:30pm, Sat 6th December, Bedford Esquires Special Kinda Madness are back at Bedford Esquires on Sat 6th December for their annual gig with their classic take on Madness and The Specials. Here's the lowdown; SPECIAL KINDA MADNESS perform …

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A fantastic blend of Jazz,Funk and Soul.. The Dirty Rhodes Band return to Esquires for a Sunday Afternoon Session

*NEW SHOW* It's a biggie ! For the first time in a couple of decades Sham-69 ft Jimmy Pursey, Dave Parsons & Dave Tregunna are back at Esquires courtesy of Vinyl Revelations. This is the smallest venue the band have …

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It's lovely when an artist likes the venue as much as you like them! Just fresh out the door from his headline, full band show, guitar maestro, Toby Lee returns to Esquires on December 12th with his partner in crime, …

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The Devout (Depeche Mode Tribute) 7:30pm Sat 13th December, Bedford Esquires Selling out venues up and down the UK we are very pleased to announce The Devout (Depeche Mode Tribute) return to BEDFORD ESQUIRES on Sat 13th December The Devout …

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The 113 + guests Bedford Esquires - Saturday 13th December The 113’s sound is visceral, spitting emotionally charged melodies that hit hard yet move bodies. Though firmly rooted in punk traditions, the band draws inspiration from hip‑hop’s lyrical approach, blending …

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The x-certs are a Herts-based covers band playing new-wave, power-pop and classic rock from the 60s, 70s and 80s. They play the music they love and it shows.

MAD MODS & ENGLISHMEN 7:30pm, Friday 19th December Following a packed out show earlier in 2025 it's time to 'save the date' as we welcome Mad Mods back for a special Christmas show at Esquires on Friday 19th December. . …

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Get ready for a night of pure energy as we bring the heat back to Esquire Bedford with some of the finest names in the scene 👇 🎧 Lineup Nicky Blackmarket AD HYPNO Dr Lunch HB22 Lost On Mars Briggz …

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A Fresh (ish) four-piece playing a selection of reggae and ska classics plus a few converted songs.Welcome back,Who Stung Sting to the Sunday afternoon session at Esquires

Christmas just wouldn't be the same without The A Band's legendary Christmas Eve Show

The 2tones Ska Band 7.30pm Sat 27th December, Bedford Esquires On Sat 27th December we welcome the return of Northampton’s legendary Ska outfit The 2 Tones to Bedford Esquires. The 8 piece band formed in 2007 have been blowing away …

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POP OFF A brand new club night celebrating your favourite pop queens Bedford - we’re spinning nothing but the icons: Chappell Roan / Addison Rae / Caroline Polachek / Lana Del Rey / Charli XCX / CMAT / Billie Eilish …

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A welcome return to Esquires for Glam Rampage for the last Sunday afternoon session of the yearIt's Pete Burridge's Birthday Bash

ULTIMATE RNB – Live 90’s RnB Band 7:30pm, Sunday 28th December, Bedford Esquires After an incredible, sold out shows at the venue we are very pleased welcoming Ultimate RnB back to Esquires for a very special Christmas party, with the …

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Pearl Handled Revolver return to their home venue of Esquires in Bedford for their annual festive extravaganza. Their December Esquires shows are a highlight of the bands year and enjoyed by fans of PHR from near and far. As with …

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NEW YEARS EVE PARTY! PARTY BANDS AND PARTY DJS! This NYE at Esquires, we're pleased to announce an indie love-in on the main stage, as we take you back to our own Disco 2000, with a double tribute special of …

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The Ouse Valley Singles Club 'Annual First Gig Of The Year' 7.30pm Saturday 3rd January, Bedford Esquires Keeping up traditions of years gone by The Ouse Valley Singles Club return to the main stage at Bedford Esquires to play what …

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Join us on the 79th anniversary of David Bowie’s birth to celebrate his life in music… The very best of Bedford’s local musicians play tribute to the Starman. This is the ONLY way to start the New Year! What is …

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NEW SHOW! The brilliant, Tom Davis returns to Esquires in early January for a special, very intimate 'Work In Progress' show as he warms up for his huge UK tour.Tickets are going to go very quickly, so set those alarms …

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King King + Fran Pegg & Pete Bonas  7:30pm, Thursday 8th January, Bedford Esquires *Due to circumstances beyond our control this show has been moved to Thursday 8th January , ticket holders will be contacted by Seetickets, if you are …

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*EXTRA DATE ADDED* NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests7.30pm, Friday 9th January, Bedford Esquires Following four SOLD OUT shows in 2025 Noasis return to BEDFORD ESQUIRES for one giant party and a celebration of one of the greatest …

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NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests7.30pm, Saturday 10th January, Bedford Esquires Following four SOLD OUT shows in 2025 Noasis return to BEDFORD ESQUIRES for one giant party and a celebration of one of the greatest bands this country …

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DRESSED TO KILL – The KISS tribute band 7:30pm Sat 10th January, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce after many requests we secured the return of legendary KISS tribute band DRESSED TO KILL for Bedford Esquires on Sat 10th January. DRESSED …

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THE MOLOTOVS + The Contenders 7:30pm, Thursday 15th January, Bedford Esquires After a sell out show in Room 2 at Esquires in March we are pleased to announce the return of THE MOLOTOVS to Bedford Esquires on Thurs 15th Jan …

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Wrong Jovi 7.30pm, Friday 16th July, Bedford Esquires Delighted to welcome back to Bedford Esquires Wrong Jovi. No question about it they are the world’s premiere Bon Jovi Tribute band, from greatest hits, to fan favourites, Wrong Jovi are the …

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TTSSFU + guests: Ugly Ozo + Kate Gore & the Screamers Esquires, Bedford - Saturday 17th January TTSSFU — aka Manchester’s Tasmin Nicole Stephens — conjures enormous atmospheric worlds using just GarageBand in their bedroom. The DIY shoegazer deftly combines …

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A big welcome back to the Workshop Boys for their first Sunday Afternoon session 0f 2026

BOOTLEG BLONDIE 'The world’s No.1 official Debbie Harry & Blondie tribute band' 7.30pm, Bedford Esquires, Sat 24th January CBGB's comes to Bedford Esquires with the return of 'Bootleg Blondie' on the 24th January. Expect to hear some of the greatest …

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Fresh from a very successful support with King King on the main stage,The Fran Pegg Band make a welcome return to Esquires for a Sunday Afternoon Session in the bar

Emerging Frequencies - local band showcase for IVW Friday 30th January 2026, Bedford Esquires, 7pm doors Independent Venue Week is all about celebrating the rooms where scenes are born, bands cut their teeth, and communities form. Emerging Frequencies captures that …

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The Roar Club, Club Biscuit and The Pad Presents are delighted to announce the line up for Ceremony 5.5, the ‘mini’ version of our new music all-dayer, which will take place during Independent Venue Week on Saturday the 31st January …

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A five piece Irish band hailing from Bedford,playing the Sunday afternoon session for the first time

The BLENDERFuture Sessions return to Esquires next February, showcasing the finest in new, local talent and featuring: Baby Step Lorea (formally WKTD) The Deities Something 2000.Tickets available now over at seetickets - the perfect Xmas pressie for your new music loving …

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Marquee Square Heroes – A tribute to Fish-Era Marillion – 7:30pm, Friday 6th February, Bedford Esquires Pleased to announce the celebrated Fish era Marillion tribute band, Marquee Square Heroes are coming to Bedford Esquires for the 1st time of Friday …

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The Roar Club and Club Biscuit are delighted to announce that The Boo Radleys will be returning to Esquires on Saturday the 7th February 2026. Sonic adventurers who influenced the likes of Radiohead and Interpol, in the nineties The Boo …

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Devil's Mojo are an energetic, eclectic , contemporary and rock / pop cover band.

GUNS 2 ROSES + Guests(THE ULTIMATE GUNS & ROSES TRIBUTE BAND)7.30pm, Friday 13th February, Bedford Esquires If you’re a GN’R fan then this is the night for you!! One of the only tribute bands to have actually played live on …

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Join us at your favourite venue Bedford Esquires for a Valentines Special   Authentic Reggae, Ska, and Rocksteady.  Tickets just £7 advance, on sale now from Seetickets:https://www.seetickets.com/.../bedford-esquires/3592934

Firmly rooted in British 60's and 70's rock and blues but with influences ranging from old to the more recentThr3e return for a Sunday Afternoon Session

Vinyl Revelations proudly presents: ANTI-NOWHERE LEAGUE + Guests 7pm, Friday 20th February, Bedford Esquires Anti-Nowhere League are back for their annual show at Bedford Esquires. You'll have noticed that the band are doing less shows. So this is a bit …

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One of the best new bands in the area THE GREENSANDS are putting on their own show here in February, in celebration of their new single, Patience. Joining them on the night will be the equally buzzy Mindsigh and Cheap …

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China Crisis + Guests 7.30pm, Saturday 21 February, Bedford Esquires China Crisis are an English pop/rock band formed in 1979 in Kirkby, near Liverpool, Merseyside with a core of vocalist/keyboardist Gary Daly and guitarist Eddie Lundon. China Crisis were originally …

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The 900 - The Tony Hawk Pro Skater Cover Band  19:30, Saturday 21st February, Bedford Esquires Picture this… It’s August 1999, people are getting excited about Red and Blue Pills, Star Wars have embarked on the first of their many …

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It's been 23 long years but Venomous Snake return to Esquires for a Sunday Afternoon of classic rock covers

Club Biscuit Promotions and The ROAR Club are delighted to be bringing Whitelands back to Esquires on the 25th February 2026. The London based dream-poppers, who were last seen at the venue supporting English Teacher at Ceremony 3.5, will be …

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The Pad Presentswww.thepadpresents.com THE HOWLERS + CARPARKThursday 16th February 2026Esquires, Bedford London desert-rockers The Howlers have never strayed from their open and honest approach to musicianship, quickly identifying themselves as one of the UK’s must-see acts. The Howlers debut album …

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Reggae rebels, Easydread have (finally!) recorded their new album "Sound of the Uprising" and will be celebrating its release here on Friday 27th February, with special guests Baldhead, The Tics and Snipit & The Hotrocks! Join the party for just …

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STIFF BIZKIT (A tribute to Limp Bizkit) 7:30pm, Sat 28th February 27th Bedford Esquires The Limp Bizkit Tribute act your Mom told you to stay away from. Stiff Bizkit are the World's #1 Limp Bizkit tribute act. Paying homage to …

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Congratulations + guests 7.30pm, Saturday 28th February, Esquires Welcome return for thew band who got the party started at Ceremony 4.5 Congratulations are a hall of mirrors party troop. they are devils and tarts in equal measure. they lock their …

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Always a pleasure to welcome back The Vinyl Frontier to Esquires A 4 piece New Wave/80's Covers Band from Herts/Bucks

Join us for our monthly music quizMusic from the 50's to the presentTeams of up to 6 people£2 per person to enterCash prize for the winning team

eXTC - 7:30pm, Fri 6th March, Bedford Esquires XTC's legendary drummer, Terry Chambers, is back on the road with his band EXTC (named and approved by XTC frontman, Andy Partridge). Emerging out of the post-punk and new-wave explosion of the …

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Delighted to announce that C86 indiepop sensations The Cords will be appearing at Bedford Esquires on Friday the 6th March 2026.   Tipped for big things in 2026, the teenage sisters released their absolutely ace self-titled debut LP earlier this …

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An International Women’s Day special lands at Esquires on Saturday March 7th courtesy of Blender. Self-styled alt rockers ‘A Void’ will be bringing their DIY punk aesthetic fuelled by Boursin Cheese and pickle juice. Yes, they hail from Paris, France, …

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Formed in 2017,the band members span 3 generations.Performing music enjoyed by all. We welcome back Generation 5pan to the Sunday afternoon session at Bedford Esquires

U2UK – The Ultimate Tribute to U27:30pm, Friday 13th March, Bedford Esquires We are pleased to announce U2UK make their debut appearance at Bedford Esquires on Friday 13th March. Celebrating over 20 years of performances, U2UK are renowned for recreating …

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