Exciting New Home for 2026 Course

Brass Band Summer School Announces Exciting New Home for 2026 Course

The Brass Band Summer School is striking up a bold new chapter for its 40th anniversary year, announcing Wycliffe College in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, as the host venue for the 2026 course (2–8 August).

Following an extensive review of schools and universities across the UK, Wycliffe emerged as the standout choice - offering a winning combination of top-tier facilities, exceptional accessibility, and the kind of inspiring setting that makes BBSS such a special week for delegates.

Set within 52 acres on the edge of the Cotswolds, Wycliffe blends modern comfort with historic charm. The campus is effortless to reach, too: Stonehouse railway station is just a two-minute stroll away, providing direct trains to London Paddington in around 90 minutes, and the M5 motorway (Junction 13) is only a couple of miles down the road.

Delegates will enjoy a major upgrade in accommodation, with eight boarding houses offering single and twin rooms - all with private ensuite bathrooms. The College’s superb facilities span both Senior and Preparatory Schools, including a £6 million boarding house opened by the Duchess of Gloucestershire in 2018, extensive sports amenities, and plenty of green space for relaxing between rehearsals.

Sibly Hall will form the heart of the 2026 Summer School, hosting gatherings and performances. Rehearsal and sectional spaces will be supported by the centrally located Music Department, the Prep School Theatre, and the College Chapel, complete with its distinctive Grade II listed tower.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided in partnership with Holroyd Howe, ensuring high-quality meals prepared and served on campus throughout the week.

Beyond the College grounds, the town of Stonehouse offers charm and history in equal measure - dating back to the Domesday Book - and easy access to Gloucester, Stroud, and the wider Cotswolds. A glimpse of the setting can be found here: https://youtu.be/t0wHgu6MZFI

With outstanding facilities, beautiful surroundings, and superb transport links, Wycliffe College promises to provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable 40th anniversary Brass Band Summer School. We look forward to welcoming you there.