SkullFest

SkullFest SKULLFEST is a community run music festival raising money for national and local charities.

11/06/2026

Morning SKULLFESTERS. Now that the dust has almost settled on another fantastic SKULLFEST event I would just like to thank everyone who made a contribution in whatever way. All performers were superb and gave their all putting everything into their 20, 30, 40 50 or 60 minutes and I couldn't ask for anymore from them. All punters that came through the door and anyone who donated something for the raffle table and all those who bought raffle tickets. The staff played their part too and the sound guy, Adam, really showed his worth in discussions with all performers before their slots and sorting out any issues that arose. On the raffle & walk-ins we took £567, we have a just giving page open and currently that's at £120 so a big thank you to all those who have made a contribution that way. I'm awaiting a figure from the venue regarding advance ticket sales which I should have in a couple of days before we can give you the final total raised.
In the meantime I can't thank you all enough and no doubt I'll be in touch when I've decided what to do regarding SKULLFEST²⁷ as its very close to a significant birthday and I may combine the two, not 100% sure yet but you'll be the second to know. That's about it for now, thank you once again, we couldn't do it without you lot. Cheers for now-Dave

07/06/2026

Morning SKULLFESTERS. Just a quick thank you to everyone who came to The Ramp yesterday. All 7 acts were superb and gave their all from the 14 Yr old who did her first proper gig, all singers & musicians all the way to Joy, a 70 yr old battle rapper. It was brilliant to see all those happy faces enjoying our little fundraising event. It was going to be the last one earlier in the week but after receiving loads of lovely comments yesterday from both friends and strangers I think we can wring another one out. June 5th 2027. What do you think?

05/06/2026

Morning all SKULLFESTERS, just one more sleep now before this year's event, SKULLFEST²⁶. Not too late to get yourselves a ticket or two if you've been undecided. You can also pay on the door if you wish. I've just seen the weather forecast for the weekend and that barbecue you were planning could be rather cold & soggy. Why don't you scrap that idea and come along to sit in a nice environment listen to great music, meet some lovely people, nice food & drink and have a bloody good time.
The pile of raffle prizes is growing with lots and lots of various things, bottles of Gin, Wine, Ales Prosecco, plenty of Soreen, T-shirts, Skull ornaments, Plaques, Smelly Beauty stuff, Jigsaws, Bags and of course the pair of Bar Stools etc etc.
Bands & performers are all really keen to showcase what they do best, the venue is ready to have us take over their place again and Sharon and myself are really looking forward to welcoming you all to our fundraising Music Festival in a Day which is raising money this year for Parkinsons UK . I know a number of people with the condition and have an understanding of the difficulties that they face on a daily basis.
Our efforts and your continued generosity will hopefully raise an amount of money that the charity can put to good use in a variety of projects and assistance to those in need.
Right, that's about it for now, enjoy your Friday and I will see you tomorrow but bring your friends with you too. You can't get in before 4.45 so don't turn too early.
Cheers for now-Dave xx

03/06/2026

Evening all. Bit of an update regarding Saturdays SKULLFEST²⁶. A band has had to pull out for a couple of reasons which is a bit of a shame and I've had to swap a couple of acts around due to a couple of members needing to be somewhere else in the evening. Please see enclosed revised running order. Doors are open from 4.30 with the first act starting at 5.00pm on the dot.

5.00/5.45. Redeyed Jedi- 6 piece Ska band so have your dancing shoes on.

6.00/6.40. The Dove & The Dragon acoustic singer/songwriter with a fantastic voice.

6.45/7.05. Tilley Coffey- Teenage Singer.

7.10/7.30. The Joy & Skully Equation 70yr old lady & a 20 something fella and they battle rap!

7.50/8.35. Tommy P and The Crew- 4 piece authentic 50's Rock n Roll band that are well worth a watch.

9.00/9.50- The Heavy Souls, a 5 piece Southern rock/blues band from Sheffield.

10.20/11.30 Captain Sack Blabbath. 6 piece Rock Party band. Expect thunderous riffage & 3 singers along with Fancy Dress & costume changes and a Theremin no less!! You can't wait can you?

03/06/2026

Got some SKULLFEST²⁶ news for you this morning. As well as Pasties being available from The Ramp, there is now the option of pizzas too so you can stuff your faces with both. Woohoo! Had a meeting with Paul at The venue last night & we discussed a few things. Sadly ticket sales are still p**s poor at 54 and we're hoping for a good number of walk-ins on the day. I know of a few extra people that are coming after the conversations I had yesterday while at a funeral yesterday and a friend who dropped some raffle prizes off last night said they will be along later on. A band has left the running order, The Gekko can't make the event and Craig was ever so apologetic but these things happen. It frees up a bit of time without having to curtail each performers set. That's about it for now, unless you guys want to say something? See you all on Saturday.

A few memories from SKULLFEST²⁴ in our garden. Can't wait to do it again this Saturday at The Ramp in Horwich.
02/06/2026

A few memories from SKULLFEST²⁴ in our garden. Can't wait to do it again this Saturday at The Ramp in Horwich.

26/05/2026

Running order for SKULLFEST²⁶ as follows.

5.00-5.40 The Dove & The Dragon
5.50-6.10 Tilly Coffey
6.15-6.35 The Joy & The Skully Equation
6.45-7.30 Red Eyed Jedi
7.45- 8.30 Tommy P & The Crew
8.45-9.30 The Gekko
9.45-10.30 The Heavy Souls
10.45-12.00 Captain Sack Blabbath.

These are approximate stage times & things may vary as the evening rolls on but that's the general idea.
11 more sleeps so get your tickets now, and something for the raffle and bring cash to buy raffle tickets. Cheers for now everyone xx

25/05/2026

Afternoon everyone on this absolutely beautiful Monday. Im just putting the running order together for SKULLFEST²⁶. It's less than 2 weeks now so tell all your pals to get themselves some tickets & book that taxi or train. Speaking of trains, the closest station to The Ramp is Blackrod station and its around a mile & a half away. There is another station, Horwich Pakway but that's a 3 or 4 mile walk/taxi ride away. We do have a couple of additional performers to what the poster says, a school pal of Isabelle's has asked if she can sing a few songs so she has a 20 minute slot and another lady who got in contact with me last week after seeing details of SKULLFEST on social media and I've given them a similar amount of time. Any questions from anyone please get in touch & I will endeavour to answer them for you. Enjoy the rest of your day & I'll see you all a week on Saturday. Cheers for now-Dave xx

16/05/2026

Evening SKULLFESTERS, hope you're all doing something worthwhile on this damp Saturday evening. SKULLFEST²⁶ is just 3 weeks away. We're looking for items that we can put into the raffle as prizes. It doesn't need to be expensive or cost you a fortune but if you have something in the back of the cupboard that you've never used and its still in its wrapper then bring it along with you on the 6th June. If you want me to collect it then let me know. If any performers have anything, T-shirts, CD'S etc etc and are willing to donate it then fabulous. Ticket sales have increased a little since my plea on Tuesday night so thank you for that, we still need to sell more so tell all of you family, work colleagues, folks down the gym, in the pub or wherever. Thank everyone, cheers for now-Dave.

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