An Afternoon of music
Sunday 14th June 2026
manchester cathedral
An Afternoon of Music: Fundraiser for The ABF
Date: Sun 14th June 2026
Time: 2pm–4pm
Venue: Manchester Cathedral
Tickets: £12–£15 (depending on seating)
Performances by:
- Rossendale Male Voice Choir (as seen on Britain’s Got Talent)
- The Duke of Lancaster’s Regimental Band
- The Lancashire Artillery Volunteer Band
Dress Code: Smart casual
All proceeds from the event will support The ABF (The Army Benevolent Fund)
Join us this June inside the magnificent Manchester Cathedral for an inspiring afternoon concert in support of the Army Benevolent Fund.
Enjoy stirring live performances from The Rossendale Male Voice Choir — as seen on TV’s Britain’s Got Talent — alongside the exceptional Duke of Lancaster’s Regimental Band and the Lancashire Artillery Volunteer Band. Together, these celebrated ensembles will fill the Cathedral’s breathtaking acoustic space with a powerful blend of choral harmony and military musical tradition.
Guests can look forward to a warm, uplifting atmosphere in one of Manchester’s most iconic historic venues, coming together to celebrate community, music and the vital work of the Army Benevolent Fund.
A charity raffle will also take place during the afternoon, with prizes generously donated by supporters and further contributions to be announced.
This promises to be a memorable, feel‑good event while raising essential funds for soldiers, veterans and their families.
Ticketing & Seating Information
Our Cathedral concert offers a range of seating options, allowing you to choose the experience that best suits you.
Seating Areas & Prices
The Cathedral is divided into several seating blocks, with views of the performance varying across the space:
- Red Blocks – £12
- Green Blocks – £13
- Teal Blocks (rear third) – £14
- Teal Blocks (front two‑thirds) – £15
- Wheelchair Spaces (12 available)- £12
Seating Information
- Seats are not individually allocated.
- On arrival, you may sit anywhere within the seating area you have booked.
- Seating in each area is available on a first come, first served basis.
- The front two rows are reserved for VIP guests.
Accessibility & Wheelchair Seating
A limited number of wheelchair spaces are available to book.
If you have wheelchair, mobility, or other accessibility requirements, or are unsure which ticket to book, please contact us in advance at northwest@armybenevolentfund.org and we’ll be happy to help.
Location: Victoria St, Manchester M3 1SX
Manchester Cathedral is centrally located and very easy to reach—whether you’re walking through the city centre or arriving by tram, train, or bus, with several car parks located nearby.
Seating: Seating around the Cathedral offers a varied viewpoint, with ticket prices reflecting this. For the best seats we recommend booking early.
Extras: Tickets include light refreshments
Raffle: We’ll be running a charity raffle during the interval. Donations from local businessESS around Manchester with full list announced on the night.
