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The Oval Bandstand and Lawns

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The Oval Bandstand is a large capacity outdoor amphitheatre in Cliftonville and is open throughout the year. The site has over 130 years of history and a lively programme of events. 

The surrounding Oval Lawns are set over 4 acres.

The site is home to a varied programme of events, with more being added frequently. Expect fitness and wellness events, outdoor cinema and theatre productions, and a wide range of music and productions all beside the sea in Cliftonville. 

Fitness classes available

TUESDAY

  • 10am: Pilates with GSL Pilates
  • 6.15pm:Boxercise Training at the bandstand, 45 minutes with NDPT - Nathan Dyas Personal Training

THURSDAY

  • 11am: Kettlebell Training at the bandstand, 45 minutes with NDPT - Nathan Dyas Personal Training
  • 6.30pm: Pilates with GSL Pilates

SATURDAY

  • 7am: Kettlebell Training at the bandstand, 45mins with NDPT - Nathan Dyas Personal Training
  • 10am: Boxing for Adults at the bandstand, 60mins with Matar of Little Champs Boxing Club
  • 11am: Boxing for Children at the bandstand, 60mins with Matar of Little Champs Boxing Club

 

Please check website and social media for latest session times, course length and prices

  • The Three Musketeers

    The Three Musketeers – Cliftonville Outdoor Theatre (23 May)

    23rd May 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Oval Summer Sundays - Sold on Soul

    25th May 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Oval Summer Sundays - Delta Blue (1 June)

    1st June 2025

  • Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    The Lost Boys – Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    6th June 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Oval Summer Sundays - The Dukes of Swing

    8th June 2025

  • Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    Rocketman Sing-a-long – Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema (20 June)

    20th June 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Miss Holiday and the Swingtones: Oval Summer Sundays

    22nd June 2025

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    M.T. Pockets: Oval Summer Sundays

    29th June 2025

  • Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    Moulin Rouge: Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema (4 July)

    4th July 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Canterbury Musical Theatre Society Presents: A Summer Spectacular (5 July)

    5th July 2025

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    Margate Country Music Festival

    12th July 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Smokin Mavericks: Oval Summer Sundays

    13th July 2025

  • Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    Top Gun – Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    18th July 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    The Old Country Crows: Oval Summer Sundays

    20th July 2025

  • Kate Bush Day

    The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever 2025

    27th July 2025

  • Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    Bohemian Rhapsody – Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    1st August 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Lew Lewis and his Allstar Trio: Oval Summer Sundays

    10th August 2025

  • Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema (15 August)

    15th August 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Abigail Cardwell & The Chris Kennedy Trio: Oval Summer Sundays

    17th August 2025

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    Wicked Sing-A-Long- Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    29th August 2025

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    Southern Country Rocks: Oval Summer Sundays

    31st August 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    The SuperMicks: Oval Summer Sundays

    7th September 2025

  • Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema

    Elvis – Cliftonville Outdoor Cinema (12 September)

    12th September 2025

  • Cliftonville Bandstand from GRASS Cliftonville CIC

    Ozzie and The Uglies: Oval Summer Sundays

    28th September 2025

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The Oval Bandstand and Lawns The Oval Bandstand and Lawns, Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, Margate
Cliftonville

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