Please see below for all of the information with regards to our contest on 13th June, 2026. We’re really excited for what will be a fantastic day of entertainment and socialising, and ask for your patience during this busy time for us. If you have any further questions, requests or wish to support the event, please contact our Event Director, Ben Smith, here: EastMidMarchHymn@outlook.com
If your band are interested in entering, please detail your interest by contacting the same email address. Entries formally open on Wednesday, 4th February, 2026.
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EMMHC
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Baybrooke Brewery
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13th June, 2026
🎺 EMMHC 🎺 Baybrooke Brewery 🎺 13th June, 2026
Prize List:
British Bandsman East Midlands March and Hymn Champions - £500
Overall 2nd Place - £300
Overall 3rd Place - £150
Best 1st Section (Outside Top 3) - £100
Best 2nd Section (Outside Top 3) - £100
Best 3rd Section (Outside Top 3) - £100
Best 4th Section (Outside Top 4) - £100
Best March - £50
Best Hymn - £50
Best Instrumentalist - £25
How can bands enter East Midlands March & Hymn Contest 2026?
Bands can enter EMMHC on 4th February, 2026. The entry form is available to download below. Please be advised, early applications will not be accepted and we kindly ask that interest is shown through an early email, with entry submissions from the above date. Entry is limited to 4 bands per section with a first-come first-serve non-section limited wait list.
How much is the entry fee?
The entry fee is £50, for any section/band.
Here are the Rules, Regulations and Entry Form for EMMHC 2026.
Who will be adjudicating the contest?
Leigh Baker.
How much are tickets?
The event will have free admission for spectators!
How will the draw work?
The contest will be pre-drawn on April 17th, 2026.
Where is the contest?
The contest will be held at Baybrooke Beer Co. Brewery & Taproom.
Is there a road march?
No, there is no road march as part of EMMHC.
“I’m very excited to bring this idea to life and I’m really looking forward to a brilliant day of banding at an incredible venue.”
Event Director, Ben Smith