Events

The X-Certs are a Herts based covers band playing,New Wave,Power Pop and Classic Rock from the 60's to the 90's

We are very pleased to announce that WACO are coming to Esquires for the very first time, with support from two of our faves, Bruises and Make You Cry! Tickets are £7 adv, on sale now from Seetickets This is …

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The Chameleons + Guests Live at Bedford Esquires, 7.30pm, Thursday 15th December (Re-arranged date) “What Does Anything Mean? Basically” 35th Anniversary Tour 1985-2020 The Chameleons are back.! Original members Mark Burgess and Reg Smithies have reformed The Chameleons in 2022 …

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Revelations proudly present their CHRISTMAS KNEES-UP! Featuring THE RAMAONAS Special guests TBA

Elijah Miller returns for his final show of the year at Bedford Esquires with support from very special guests Hutch! Tickets are £10 (+ £1 booking fee) from: http://WWW.GIGANTIC.COM/ELIJAH-MILLER-TICKETS

Foo Fighters GB Live at Bedford Esquires, 8pm, Saturday 17th December We are excited to announce the return of Foo Fighters GB, following numerous sold out shows at Bedford Esquires. Five musicians at the top of their game, bringing to …

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We are pleased to announce the last Sunday afternoon session of the year features the welcome return of Cherry Lee Mewis and her Blues Gems .. Always a big event in the Esquires Christmas calendar.Also the return of the Christmas …

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The Old School Christmas Cracker Friday, December 23, 2022 - 9pm - 3am Taking place at one of Bedford's most iconic music venues 'ESQUIRES', specifically selected for its quality sound system and rich history, GIVE ME GARAGE presents THE OLD SCHOOL …

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LOADED CLUB NIGHT Friday 23rd December Bedford Esquires We are very pleased to be getting the crew back together for a LOADED Xmas special on Friday 23rd December. Expect to hear dancefloor destroyers from the past to the future from …

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Christmas wouldn't be the same at Esquires without the A Band Christmas show. Bruce,Mark,Pete,Richard and Tim will be starting off at the Sunday afternoon session times 🎄

Silent Disco: Boxing Day Edition The time has once again come to dance off the turkey bellies with the legendary Boxing Day Silent Disco! We've missed the last two years for very obvious reasons, but we'll be be bringing the …

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THE DEKKERTONES + Dr Ska Annual Xmas Party - 7.30pm, Weds 28th December, Bedford Esquires. The DekkerTones are a 9 piece ska / reggae / rocksteady / 2tone covers band playing authentic ska and reggae from the late 60's Trojan …

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The last show from one of Bedford's most popular bar bands - Free admission, early arrival advised

SILENT DISCO: FAMILY EDITION 1.30pm - 4pm NYE We are very pleased to be bringing our kids and adults party back to Esquires on Saturday 31st December with a festive Silent Disco to tire out the little ones before the …

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One of Bedford's best loved bar bands play the New Year's Eve bash in the bar at Esquires £7 in advance from Slide Records and Esquires Bar

2022? Well that was fun wasn’t it? When the best thing to happen to a year is that it is coming to an end what else can you do but wave it off in style? As for 2023, what do …

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The Ouse Valley Singles Club 'Traditional First Gig Of The Year' + Duzzy Avocado Fri 6th Jan, Bedford Esquires Keeping up traditions of years gone by The Ouse Valley Singles Club return to the main stage at Bedford Esquires to …

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With an amazing percussion set-up and a finely tuned set, this show has the crowd dancing to some of the greatest dance anthems while watching one of the U.K.’s busiest and in-demand percussionists playing drums and percussion instruments from around …

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Join us on the 76th 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. We will also be raising money for Bedford Daycare Hospice in his …

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Due to overwhelming demand Noasis have added a second show following their SELL OUT on Sat 14th Jan - Tickets on sale now. NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests: Bowfinger 8pm, Friday 13th January, Bedford Esquires. *Save the …

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NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests 8pm Sat 14th January, Bedford Esquires *Save the date* The mighty Noasis touch down again at Bedford Esquires on Saturday 14th Janauary for one giant party and a celebration of one of …

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Firefall + Peril + Spacejunkie Fire Fall brings the Metal and their brand new EP to Bedford Esquires for there EP Launch Show. Fire Fall push the boundaries bringing a mixture of Hard Rock/Metal with groovy riff & powerful vocals. …

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"I'm Beat Down, Dude" album launch full of original material written by Pete Bonas, Fran Pegg and Flynn Stone produced by multi Grammy award winner John Porter. it's Fran's birthday and she will be joined by Chris Heilman on Bass, …

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The Roar Club and Club Biscuit are delighted to welcome FRANCIS OF DELIRIUM to Bedford Esquires. The project Francis of Delirium was created by 21 year old Jana Bahrich (Vancouver) who invited drummer/producer, Chris Hewett (Seattle) to form an indie …

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Local legends The Stilettos are back for one night only for this charity fundraiser in aid of Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum. Formed in 1960, The Stilettos were spotted by the Barron Knights' manager Tony Avern. After touring extensively with …

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The Quireboys + The A Band 7.30pm - Saturday 28.01.23 - Bedford Esquires We are very pleased to welcome The Quireboys back home to Esquires for a very special annual January show to celebrate Griff's birthday! Support on the night …

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We are very excited to have Huey Morgan coming to Esquires to present his NYC Block Party! DJ, raconteur, author, producer, broadcaster and fun lovin’ criminal, Huey Morgan - a modern day rock’n’roll Renaissance man - is many things to …

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We are delighted to announce Welsh alt-rockers Trampolene will be appearing at Bedford Esquires as part of Independent Venue Week. Fresh from tours with The Libertines, Pete Doherty and Liam Gallagher, the Swansea three piece have garnered a reputation for …

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Independent Venue Week 2023 The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com SPRINTS + Guests Thursday 2nd February Bedford Esquires We are very excited to have finally (after some extended persuasion) managed to secure a date with one of the fastest raising, most exciting …

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Esquires Monthly Music Quiz 8.30pm – 10.30pm Join us for our monthly music quiz taking place on the 1st Thursday of each month. Hosted by Pete Burridge the quiz features music from the 1950's to the present day. Teams of …

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Revelations proudly presents the return of: ANTI NOWHERE LEAGUE Live in concert at Esquires Music Venuie in Bedford Very special guests: 16 GUNS Finally back after a few years. Making very rare appearances A gig not to miss!! Online tickets …

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In tough times, music can be the way through. With an expertise in fuzzy riffs, melodic heaviness, high energy and sharp lyrics, Sick Joy are not only one of British rock’s most promising young bands, they know a lot about …

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A Big welcome back to Hurricane Fly at this weeks Sunday afternoon session at Esquires

LARGE PLANTS  + guests 7.30pm, Sunday 5th Feb A night of fuzzy psych folk rock from ex-Wolf People member Jack Sharp's new project. Event will be downstairs in Holy Moly's.   Tickets from Eventbright  

Simon Munnery: Trials and Tribulations 7.30pm, Wednesday 8th February – Bedford Esquires  The multi award-winning Simon Munnery takes his new stand-up show on tour in 2023, including a London date at Leicester Square Theatre and we are very pleased to …

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Ben Ottewell + Guests 8pm, Friday 10th February, Bedford Esquires Very pleased to announce the return to Bedford Esquires of of Ben Ottewell. As a singer and lead guitarist in rock band Gomez, Ben Ottewell is well known for his …

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CODA - a Tribute to Led Zeppelin – Live at Bedford Esquires, Sat 11th February 2023 Following their sell out show at Esquires in February ‘Coda’ return to the venue 1 year on by popular demand. CODA are Europe's most …

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Independent record label Castles in Space curate an evening of brilliant contemporary electronica featuring... Warrington-Runcorn New Town Development Plan. The brainchild of Gordon Chapman-Fox, the brilliantly named Warrington-Runcorn New Town Development Plan have to date released three albums of that …

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Dr Feelgood + Guests 8pm, Saturday 18th February – Bedford Esquires Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The …

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Hutch are Brighton based soft-psychers who have been creating excitement around the south coast with their energetic live shows for the last 6 months. After storming on to the live scene in August 2021 Hutch have bagged some impressive support …

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The Zipheads return to Bedford with their high-energy manic punk'n'roll. Harrows' own hard rock heroes Meansteed join as well as The Broadway Twisters with their stylish rockabilly-noir. 19:30- Doors 20:00-20:30 The Broadway Twisters 20:45-21:45 Meansteed 21:45- close The Zipheads Ages …

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BOOTLEG BLONDIE 'The world’s No.1 official Debbie Harry & Blondie tribute band' 7.30pm, Bedford Esquires, Sat 25th Feb CBGB's comes to Bedford Esquires with 'Bootleg Blondie' on the 25th Feb. Expect to hear some of the greatest hits across a …

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SECOND THOUGHTS SARAH CARTON LADYBYRD KATIE ANN TICKETS: £8 Adv / £10 Door Ages 16+ (Under 16s to be accompanied by a guardian)

  POPES OF CHILLITOWN + Easydread + The Tics 7.30pm Friday 3rd March – Bedford Esquires Very pleased after an absence of 3 years to announce Popes of Chillitown are finally returning back to Bedford Esquires. Popes of Chillitown play …

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ULTIMATE RnB: LIVE Saturday 4th March Bedford Esquires We are very pleased to announce a show with a brand new, highest of the high quality tribute to some of the greatest music ever made. Ultimate RnB are a full 7 …

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SOLD OUT...SOLD OUT...SOLD OUT Jesterlarf Comedy Club comes to Esquires, with first guest, Judi Love! Wednesday 8th March 2023 – Esquires, Bedford The team at Esquires have partnered up with award winning comedy club, Jesterlarf to bring some exciting, new …

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DUB WAR + Guests 7.30pm Thursday 9th March – Bedford Esquires Originally formed in 1993 in Newport, Wales, DUB WAR were a band that tore into the atmosphere with a unique, head- turning fusion of rock, punk, hip-hop and reggae …

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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 enter Cash prize for the winning team

FUNKE AND THE TWO TONE BABY + Guests 7.30pm, Friday 10th March Bedford Esquires Go to any gig and you get the acoustic opener, the big main band and the afterparty DJ. Fuse them together and you’re starting to get …

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LTJ BUKEM + Ruthless MC Optimum – Wes B – Dave RYOR 10pm – 2.30am Friday 10th March 2023 – Esquires, Bedford We are very excited to be bringing a true pioneer of Drum & Bass to Esquires on Friday …

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The 2tones Ska Band 7.30pm Sat 11th March Room 2 - Bedford Esquires On sat 11th March we finally get to bring the Northampton legendary Ska outfit The 2 Tones to Bedford Esquires. The 8 piece band formed in 2007 …

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Revelations proudly presents: For the first time EVER at Esquires: CONFLICT Conflict is an English anarcho-punk band originally based in Eltham in South London. Formed in 1981, the band's original line up consisted of: Colin Jerwood (vocals), Francisco 'Paco' Carreno …

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PVA + Guests – Sunday 12th March – Esquires, Bedford Today, GRAMMY-nominated, South London trio PVA have announced a new run of headline UK tour dates to take place across Feb / Mar calling in at Bedford Esquires on Sunday …

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Unfortunately this show has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Refunds available from point of purchase. Lande Hekt’s voice in music is one that’s socially aware yet often introspective, drawing awareness to serious issues but at the same time baring …

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Having recently relocated to Nashville, award nominated singer/songwriter and Bedford native Danni Nicholls returns for a hometown show with a full band. With songs to make you move, weep and smile there's something for everyone...her powerful self penned songs span …

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THE LIFE OF RILEY  ‘Annual St Patricks Day Gig’ 7.30pn, Friday 17th March, Bedford Esquires - Having formed in Bedford in 1991, The Life Of Riley are one of Bedford's best loved bands and are still going strong after over …

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SPACE "Spiders & Tin Planet 25th anniversary tour" Friday 17th March Bedford Esquires We are very pleased to announce that one of the UKs best loved alt-pop/indie bands, Space will be returning to Bedford Esquires for the first time in …

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THE EXPLOITED + The Backstreet Abortions  43 YEARS OF CHAOS 7.30pm Saturday 18th March - Bedford Esquires The Exploited ARE punk rock !! The first wave of British punk was a bust. Sid was dead and the Pistols signed Ronnie …

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Who's Next - Europe's #1 Tribute to The Who - QUAD50+hits tour 7.30pm, Saturday 18th March, 2023 - Room 2, Bedford Esquires Who's Next - Europe's #1 Tribute to The Who are a hard working live tribute to The Who, …

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Jesterlarf Comedy Club presents - Tom Davis! Tuesday 21st March 2023 – Esquires, Bedford The team at Esquires have partnered up with award winning comedy club, Jesterlarf to bring some exciting, new events to Bedford’s only independent music venue. The …

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The Pad & The Roar Club presents… BLACK HONEY + Guests TBA Friday 24th March 2023 Esquires, Bedford We are very excited to announce that noir-rock legends, Black Honey return to Esquires for the first time in an age as …

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Castlefest UK presents.. OUT OF LOVE at Bedford Esquires, on Friday 24th March. With Support From Bruises and Club Dread. Tickets on sale via Eventbrite

Collision Day Fest @Bedford Esquires - 11am Sat 25th March  Castlefest Uk, Anti-Mind and Black Orange Music are hitting you with Collision Day Fest. We are taking over Bedford Esquires for the whole day on the 25th of March with …

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The Pad and The Hip Hop Lounge presents... THE PHARCYDE! 7.30pm Thursday 30th March We are extremely excited to be bringing one of the most influential Hip Hop groups in history to our little ol' town at the end of …

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PS Promotions & Deadfall present Sex Gang Children + Twin Noir SEX GANG CHILDREN BRING THEIR INTENSELY UNIQUE JAGGED ART ROCK STYLE FOR AN INTIMATE SHOW SGC released their first single 'Beasts' in 1982, topping the UK indie chart, where …

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AGMP presents THE BLOW MONKEYS + special guests Friday 31st March 2023 With hits like Digging Your Scene and It Doesn’t Have To Be This Way, The Blow Monkeys epitomised the glamour of mid-80s pop at its most graceful and sophisticated. In the band’s frontman Robert Howard (aka Dr. …

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Mista Trick Collective + Guests 8pm Friday 31st Mar, Bedford Esquires Mista Trick Collective, a high-energy 7-piece swing & bass band, are excited to announce their debut UK tour. The band is founded by Bristol based DJ, Mista Trick, who …

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Drag, burlesque and performance art show! EXTRAVAGANZA BEDFORD are back with their 9th show. We present CRYSTAL (As seen on RuPaul's Drag Race UK) Plus a full cabaret show starring: Ginger Snaps Edgar Allen Hoe Bootsy Bonafontè Our legendary Best …

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The Wonder Stuff’s Miles Hunt is back on the road to perform songs from his latest album Things Can Change, alongside classics from his 36-year career. For the new album, Miles did what he’s always done and wrote about things …

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The Jesterlarf Comedy Club present ‘Fringe’ This month’s edition of the Club’s residency at Esquires is called “Comedy Connoisseurs” and it cooks up a taste of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with a show packed with stand-up, cabaret and left-field surreal…strap …

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Esquires Monthly Music Quiz 8.30pm – 10.30pm Join us for our monthly music quiz taking place on the 1st Thursday of each month. Hosted by Pete Burridge the quiz features music from the 1950’s to the present day. Teams of up …

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GUNS 2 ROSES (THE ULTIMATE GUNS & ROSES TRIBUTE BAND) 7.30pm, Good Friday 7th April 2023, 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 …

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This date has been rescheduled to Friday 7th April . Danni Nicholls Band w/Luke Tuchsherer Esquires, Bedford 60A Bromham Rd, Bedford MK40 2QG 7.30pm Doors 8pm Music £10 advance £12 on the door Seated and standing TICKETS: purchase in store …

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The Bluetones (Acoustic) + Alicia Edelweiss 7.30pm, Saturday 8th April. Esquires, Bedford Kicking off 2023 The Bluetones frontman Mark Morriss and his partner in crime Adam Devlin are taking their ‘Bluetones Acoustic’ show back out on the road this spring and …

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Joe Bygraves + Guests - 8pm Sat 8th April  Local Singer Songwriter Joe Bygraves returns to Esquires for his headline show!! With his guitar driven pop anthems, Joe has been making waves in the music industry in the last few …

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A Big welcome back to The Workshop Boys.. Formed by original members of Los Marbles and Cuttin' Out,they have become one of Bedford's most popular bar bands

OCTOBER DRIFT + Guests 7.30pm Thursday 13th April, Esquires, Bedford Very pleased to announce the return of October Drift to Bedford Esquires on Thursday 13th April. An immersive wall of distortion envelopes the powerful fragility of frontman Kiran Roy's vocals, …

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The HomeGrown are launching their first album with a bang! Get ready for a party with some exceptional talent supporting - this one is going to go off!!! Advance booking recomended

Silent Disco: 80s vs 90s vs 00s Edition FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 2023 AT 10 PM – 2:30 AM Our legendary Silent Disco returns for an Easter party! We've been running these events now for over 15 years in Bedford, but …

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SILENT DISCO: FAMILY EDITION SATURDAY, APRIL 15, 2023 AT 1 PM – 3:30 PM We are very pleased to be bringing our kids and adults party back to Esquires on Saturday 15th April with an Easter Silent Disco! If you're …

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AGMP presents LONDON CALLING PLAY 'THE CLASH' The Seminal Debut LP 45th Anniversary Tour 1977-2022 London Calling are the world's premiere tribute to The Clash. Released in April 1977, the self-titled debut LP by The Clash reached #12 in the UK charts and is regarded …

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Portsmouth upstarts Hallan announce second EP ‘The Noise Of A Firing Gun’, set for release March 31st via Nice Swan Records (English Teacher, Sports Team, Courting), and share lead single ‘Unwomanly Face Of War’, out today (February 16th). Partnering with …

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Skimmington Ride return to Bedford Esquires for a Sunday afternoon session with special guests The Tenbags

The Oozes + Guests 7.30pm, Sat 16th April. The Oozes are a loud, queer, political punk band that take inspiration from everywhere between Britney Spears to Bikini Kill. Our sound is most comparable to classic punk and riot grrrll bands …

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JOHN ROBB – In Conversation & Book Signing  – ‘The Art of Darkness – The History Of Goth’ 7:30pm Thursday 20th April – Bedford Esquires Author/Music Scribe/TV Presenter and Bass Player for perennial post-punk survivors The Membranes, John Robb is a …

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FURY  + Electric Black + Guests 7.30pm Friday 21st April - Esquires, Bedford Fury are a Heavy Metal band from the West Midlands, UK. Their love of the old school metal of Iron Maiden and Metallica are clear, but the …

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The Pad Presents: GENERAL LEVY - LIVE Gravity - Kyx - Dave RYOR B2B Midas We are very pleased to be bringing the one and only 'Incredible' General Levy to Esquires on Friday 21st April. One of the most in …

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An Acoustic evening with Sleeper – Unplugged Saturday 22nd April – Esquires, Bedford “Join Sleeper for a fabulous evening of acoustic songs. Classics, rarities and conversation. Unique opportunity to hear your favourite tunes up close, in intimate surroundings.” The show …

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MSTRPLN PRES. Daft Funk 'Live' - A retrospective celebration of Daft Punk 8pm Saturday 22nd April 2023 - Bedford Esquires I love Daft Punk, you love Daft Punk. We're never gonna get to be able to book Daft Punk, so …

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What better way to spend St George's day? The welcome return of The Feelgood Band to Bedford Esquires

AUTUMN FIRES LIVE AT ESQUIRES, BEDFORD (23/4/23). Milton Keynes pop punkers Autumn Fires are performing a headline set at Esquires as part of their UK tour this spring with Royals. Joined by special guests Royals and Diversion. ⸺⸺⸺⸺ DOORS 7PM …

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THE BUG CLUB + guests Wednesday 26th April 2023 Esquires Bedford We are delighted to welcome one of our absolute faves, The Bug Club to Esquires in April, following their sold out Room 2 show earlier in 2022. This time …

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Saul Adamczewski (Fat White Family, Insecure Men) is coming to Bedford Esquires on Thursday 27th April in support of the future cult classic ‘Adventures in Limbo’. A strict limited edition of 500 black vinyl copies of his debut solo album …

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GHOST DANCE + Venus Fly Trap 8pm Friday 28th April, Bedford Esquires On Friday 28th April we welcome back to Bedford Esquires the sounds of the almighty GHOST DANCE. Anne Marie Hurst was the backing vocalist for the Goth Rock …

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MYME Events Presents Indie Night Out! With sets from FELLA FELLA, Daybreak, The Tarrows and exclusive DJ set from Hannah Wills! Tickets on sale now from www.seetickets.com

The Craufurd Arms (Live Music Venue) Presents..... SATURDAY 29th APRIL 2023 ANTARCTIC MONKEYS + Guests £12 adv Doors 7:30pm 14+ 60A Bromham Rd, Bedford MK40 2QG

The Leylines + Guests Room 2, Bedford Esquires - Saturday 29th April THE LEYLINES - Heart-Pounding Revelry from a high-energy folk rock band from the West Country. The Leylines mix raucous violin dynamic quitar riffs and acerbic lyrics all of …

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In Memory of our Friend Dan Cohen At this Sunday afternoon session we pay tribute to one of Esquires regulars Dan Cohen who died last December after a short illness.He had been a regular gig goer here since the late …

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The Pride - 7.30pm Sunday 30th April We are very pleased to welcome The Pride back to Esquires for the first time since the band headlined The Patio Party in August 2022. Expect the finest in Reggae and Ska, with …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com SHONEN KNIFE - 40th Anniversary Tour + Guests Sunday 30th April 2023 - Bedford Esquires We are very pleased to be welcoming back the simply brilliant, power-pop force of Shonen Knife in 2022 as part of …

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This month’s edition of the Club’s residency continues the “Comedy Connoisseurs” series with two of the country’s finest stand-up comedians…yeah they’ve both got loads of TV appearances credits in their back pocket but that’s immaterial…what they have got is critical …

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Esquires Monthly Music Quiz 8.30pm – 10.30pm Join us for our monthly music quiz taking place on the 1st Thursday of each month. Hosted by Pete Burridge the quiz features music from the 1950’s to the present day. Teams of up …

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The Dirt Road Band are 3 well-known and highly-rated musicians... STEVE WALWYN (Guitar/Voc) Dr Feelgood, The DTs, Chevy, The Mosquitos, Steve Marriott, Roger Chapman, Eddie and The Hot Rods, Red on Red HORACE PANTER (Bass) The Specials - Number One …

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Friday 5th May | FOOTLOOSE 80s BEDFORD The region's most excellent 80s night Footloose makes its long awaited return to Bedford! A night of the biggest pop hits and anthems from the decade that brought you Pacman, Mr T and …

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Moretallica - Celebrating 40 years of ‘Kill 'Em All’ 7.30pm, Saturday 6th May, Bedford Esquires Moretallica are the most exciting new Metallica tribute in the UK, delivering the most authentic musical performance and the most energetic show! They formed in …

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BUZZARD BUZZARD BUZZARD + Guests - Saturday 6th May Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard return in 2023, announcing a series of gigs to showcase brand new material. Their show was a recent highlight at Esquires and we're very pleased to see them …

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It's that time of year when we keep a Sunday session to pay tribute to Bedford's Mr Music 'Sid Worth' Sid's old band 'The A Band' will be hosting and introducing some special guests  Rock On Sid  

Black Tom Promotions Presents A Right Royal Racket Come and get your alternative coronation at Esquires as local indie pop legends Bowfinger roll into town. Bowfinger: Bowfinger formed in 2000 from the ashes of our old bands, Brilliant Things and …

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THE DREAM MACHINE + Special Guests 7.30pm Wednesday 10th May, Esquires, Bedford We're very excited to be hosting a show with one of the most hotly tipped bands in the country, when The Dream Machine visit Esquires in May. THE …

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Bristolian troupe Langkamer serve up a heady mix of indie, country and punk and were most recently seen at Esquires after being hand-picked to support Sprints.

Pearl Handled Revolver return to Esquires in Bedford, the band's spiritual home venue. The PHR Esquires shows are always special, a chance for the band to pull out all the stops. Expect a great sound, psychedelic light-show and a performance …

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British alt-rock trio Verra Cruz headline show at Room 2, Bedford Esquires. Support TBC.

Strictly UB40! 7.30pm Saturday 13th May 2023 We are very pleased to be bringing the finest tribute to the UK's biggest ever reggae band, UB40 back to Bedford Esquires on Sat 13th May 23 following their sell out show at …

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Mad Mods & Englishmen 8pm Sat 13th May, Bedford Esquires ***Please note new date. Original tickets still valid or refunds available from point of purchase*** Anyone that has seen the 'Mad Mods' live will tell you that they are no …

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The Bedford Rock/Blues Band that refuse to grow old play the Sunday afternoon session

The Jesterlarf Comedy Club presents... JO BRAND - Monday 15th May - Bedford Esquires Another coup for The Jesterlarf Comedy Club series at Esquires, as the legendary, Jo Brand visits the venue to play an intimate Work-In-Progress show on Monday …

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Miki Berenyi is a singer, songwriter and guitarist, formerly of Lush and Piroshka. Described as ‘an extraordinary life story’ by MOJO Magazine, her critically acclaimed autobiography, Fingers Crossed: How Music Saved Me from Success, tracks the trials and tribulations of …

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KING KURT + Graveyard Rats 7.30pm Friday 19th May, Bedford Esquires UK Psychobilly Rock Band KING KURT make  welcome return the Bedford Esquires on Friday 19th May Unless you really don’t know or have been sleeping under a rock for decades King …

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This event has unfortunately been cancelled. Refunds are available from your point of purchase. Please see message from Earl below. Dear all, Due to ongoing health complications and financial uncertainty we have taken the unfortunate decision to cancel the 2023 …

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Aurelio Voltaire is often described as a modern day renaissance man. He is a singer/ performer, author, creator of comic books, films, animation, toys and home decor. An internationally touring musician, he is at the forefront of the Gothic, Steampunk …

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Creedence Clearwater Review 7:30pm - Sat 20th May - Live at Bedford Esquires Creedence Clearwater Review are the UK’s premier tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival, one of America’s greatest bands who, despite their relatively short career, left an enduring legacy …

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**THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, SEETICKETS WILL BE IN TOUCH TO REFUND TICKET HOLDERS SHORTLY** ALGIERS + Guests 7.30pm Saturday 20th May – Esquires Bedford We are very excited to be bringing American-English four piece, Algiers …

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Forever Indie Club Night is coming to Esquires on Saturday 20th May, celebrating the 00s golden age, with nothing but wall to wall bangers for 4 hours and all wrapped up by 1am. You’re Not Nineteen Forever… And neither are …

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Dead Shady make a welcome return to the Sunday afternoon session at Bedford Esquires

VISTAS + Guests 7.30pm Sunday 21 May, Esquires Bedford Scottish band Vistas consists of vocalist Prentice Robertson, guitarist Dylan Rush and bassist Jamie Law. They’ve made their name gigging tirelessly across the UK, with word of mouth praise of their …

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JOHN + Guests 7.30pm Wednesday 24th May – Bedford Esquires We’re super excited to be welcoming the return of JOHN to Bedford Esquires on Wednesday 24th May Four arms, four legs, two heads, wood, metal and plastic. A band of …

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Triumphant return to Bedford for the Isle of Wight four-piece who have received bundles of support from the likes of 6 Music’s Steve Lamacq, Jack Saunders on BBC Radio 1, and Radio X’s John Kennedy. The band have been Ones …

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Prima Queen + Oscar Browne  7.30pm, Friday 26th May, Esquires, Bedford  Prima Queen’s love story is one which cinema could only aspire to. An instant connection that was nearly missed. A divide of 4,000 miles and an Atlantic Ocean. An …

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