With an eye on gaining qualification for the British Open, Friary is busy putting the final touches to its preparation of the test piece Fraternity for the Grand Shield contest, to be held in Blackpool’s Winter Gardens on Saturday 18th May. As part of this, the Band is having an open rehearsal from 8.00pm to 10.00pm on Wednesday 15th May at All Saints Church, 564 Woodham Lane, Woking, GU21 5SH to which everyone is welcome. Do please join us to gain an insight into how the Band prepares for a contest!