A Blue Plaque in John Henry's memory is being installed in BristolThe City of Bristol Brass Band are to perform at the unveiling of a blue plaque in honour of one of the most significant figures in brass band history. John Henry Iles was born in Bristol and the band will be playing at the ceremony outside his matrimonial home on Sunday 29th April. A colourful and diverse entrepreneur, Iles was one time owner of the British Bandsman, R. Smith & Co. and the founder of the National Brass Band Championships. He was also highly successful in the Amusement Park business and became owner of Belle Vue Gardens and Zoo, Manchester and also the British Open Brass Band Championships.
The event takes place on Sun, 29th April at 3pm in St Andrews Park, Sommerville Road, Bishopston. More information about John Henry Iles can be found here: http://www.wcomarchive.org.uk/--jh-iles
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