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Radio Leeds,23 Mar 2026,3 mins

Todmorden's unique bandstand

Hidden West Yorkshire

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The Todmorden Bandstand, located in Centre Vale Park, is a historic Grade II listed, open-fronted theatre-style structure built in 1914. It has undergone significant restoration as part of a £17.5 million Town Deal project. What makes it so special? Dixie speaks to Derek B. Scott, Professor Emeritus, School of Music at the University of Leeds and chair of the Todmorden Bandstand.

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