Grateful Fred’s have been pioneering Americana and Roots music in Formby, Southport and Liverpool since 2010 and during that time have presented some of the best US, Canadian and World artists.
On the first Wednesday of every month, join the Fredhead’s at The Atkinson for a wonderful night of live acoustic music.
Max and Veronica with full supporting programme.
Once again we are absolutely delighted to welcome back to Grateful Fred’s the utterly amazing duo of Max De Bernardi & Veronica Sbergia. These two passionately play country blues, ragtime, hokum, jug band, and rural music from the 1920s and ‘30s, keeping this precious musical heritage alive while giving it a modern twist. Max is a brilliant guitarist and singer, while Veronica plays washboard (with hairbrushes!), ukulele, and brings her own beautiful vocal styling to the mix. Their trio “The Red Wine Serenaders” won the European Blues Challenge in 2013, and they’ve performed everywhere from Memphis to the Caribbean. Folk & Roots Magazine calls them “good time blues… a band with a mission,” and their shows are hip, cool, and highly entertaining. This will be pure musical joy!
Please note: Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up.
‘Cake & Classical Music’ takes place on the first Monday of each month, with a different ensembles, individuals and musicians performing 45 minute, lunchtime concerts.
Perello Duo comprises Mike Hughes, vibraphonist, and Eleanor Kelly, classical guitarist, a unique duo performing to great acclaim throughout the UK. Their programme will feature delicious arrangements of music by Erik Satie, Laurie Randolph, Carmen Guzmán, and more.
£13 tickets include a hot drink and a piece of cake served at tables on the lower level.
Refreshments are served from 12:30pm.
£10 tickets for upper level balcony seating will only be released for sale once the lower level has sold out. The balcony ticket price does not include a hot drink and a piece of cake.
Performance starts at 1pm.
Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up, customers are entitled to a ticket exchange, credit note, or can donate the cost to The Atkinson Development Trust.
‘Cake & Classical Music’ takes place on the first Monday of each month, with a different ensembles, individuals and musicians performing 45 minute, lunchtime concerts.
A solo harp recital by Jess Hughes, featuring works by Jacques Ibert, Caroline Lizotte and Marcel Tournier.
£13 tickets include a hot drink and a piece of cake served at tables on the lower level. Refreshments are served from 12:30pm.
£10 tickets for upper level balcony seating will only be released for sale once the lower level has sold out. The balcony ticket price does not include a hot drink and a piece of cake.
Performance starts at 1pm.
Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up, customers are entitled to a ticket exchange, credit note, or can donate the cost to The Atkinson Development Trust.
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees!
In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin’ performed live on Heart FM with The Bee Gees and received great compliments from both Maurice & Barry Gibb. As with the original Bee Gees, Jive Talkin’ is very much a family affair. Brothers Gary & Darren Simmons take the roles of Barry & Maurice Gibb, with Darren’s son Jack joining the group in 2014 and taking on the role of Robin Gibb. The guys are supported musically by a four piece band with Lead Guitar, Violin, Cello and Drums, ensuring that every note in every song is just right!
A truly amazing experience and an opportunity to hear all the great Bee Gees hits including Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive and more. Jive Talkin’ is a 2 hour explosion of music and vocal harmony – a night not to be missed!
“The soundalike quality is quite sensational” – The Stage
“Amazing similarity to the real Bee Gees” – Wakefield Express
“Absolutely Brilliant” – Maurice Gibb
“WOW” – Barry Gibb
Grateful Fred’s have been pioneering Americana and Roots music in Formby, Southport and Liverpool since 2010 and during that time have presented some of the best US, Canadian and World artists.
On the first Wednesday of every month, join the Fredhead’s at The Atkinson for a wonderful night of live acoustic music.
Old Baby Mackerel with full supporting programme.
Get ready for some seriously high-energy, foot-stomping fun! Old Baby Mackerel are one of the UK’s finest bluegrass outfits, featuring a dizzying line-up of renowned musicians from some of the country’s best folk and Americana bands. Founded by banjo player Sam Garrard in 2016, the band quickly gathered a devoted following on the UK festival circuit before touring internationally across Thailand, Germany, Portugal, Italy, and Austria. They’ve headlined the Northern-Irish, Cornish, and Swiss Bluegrass festivals, and graced the stages of Glastonbury, Shambala, and countless other major festivals. Their music uses the rhythmic sounds of fiddle, banjo, mandolin, guitar, and double bass to create what’s been described as “furiously fast, knee-slapping bluegrass with five-part harmonies and raucous, over-the-top hillbilly antics.” BBC Radio Bristol’s Adam Crowther raved: “That’s the first Bluegrass track I’ve played on Upload and I love it, so, so good!” Be prepared to be transported back to early 20th century North America with songs about locomotion, whisky, and bootleg liquor – all played with blistering solos, sweet harmonies, and the kind of virtuosic musicianship that’ll have you yee-hawing harder than a nine-pound hammer!
Please note: Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up.
Grateful Fred’s have been pioneering Americana and Roots music in Formby, Southport and Liverpool since 2010 and during that time have presented some of the best US, Canadian and World artists.
On the first Wednesday of every month, join the Fredhead’s at The Atkinson for a wonderful night of live acoustic music.
Tim Edey with full supporting programme. We’re closing out the year with the phenomenal Tim Edey – and what a way to end 2026! Tim is BBC Radio Two’s Musician of the Year (2012) and BBC ALBA Scotland’s Best Traditional Musician (2020). This multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire plays guitar, accordion, melodeon, banjo, piano, ukulele, mandolin, bass, bouzouki, and whistles – all to concert standard! He’s toured and recorded with The Chieftains, Sharon Shannon, Natalie MacMaster, Lúnasa, Altan, and countless other Celtic music legends. His live solo shows are a stunning mix of world music-inspired instrumental virtuosity with a strong Celtic theme, delivered with passion and above all, highly entertaining musical genius. Sharon Shannon calls him “an incredibly talented and gifted musician,” while Mike Harding describes him as “one of the greatest melodeon players in the world.” This will be a spectacular way to close out what I think will be a truly memorable year! Please note: Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up.
Superbly original, hilariously festive, and bursting with seasonal cheer, The Crooners Christmas Special is the ultimate Christmas comedy music show to get you in the festive mood.
This unforgettable evening is a glittering blend of laugh-out-loud antics, razor-sharp one-liners, and the sensational sounds of Big Band swing. From side-splitting comedy routines to the iconic festive classics of the greatest crooners, it’s a celebration of everything you love about Christmas—wrapped up in one dazzling performance.
Brought to you by the creators of the smash-hit UK show Crooners, this festive spin-off comes with even more outrageous fun and is accompanied by their phenomenal live Big Band. Expect timeless Christmas crooner favourites from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing Cosby and Michael Buble, alongside the quick wit and charm that have made Crooners a fan-favourite.
Whether you’re looking to laugh until your sides hurt, tap your feet to the classics, or immerse yourself in the ultimate holiday atmosphere, The Crooners Christmas Special delivers on all fronts. Gather your loved ones, warm your hearts with festive joy, and join us for a Christmas experience that’s truly unforgettable.
With a perfect mix of superb musicianship and comedy, the Unravelling Wilburys are brothers ‘Sticky’ Willy, Walter, Thumper, Blind Melon and Honky Tonk, who tell their unique story on how they became a tribute band.
Now so popular that they were even a question on TV show “The Chase”, the boys spend their time travelling all over the UK, from the Orkney Islands to the Isle of Wight; from Penzance to Perth; from Southwold to South Wales; getting rave reviews and packing out theatres along the way in towns whose names they’ve never heard of and can’t pronounce.
The show features the best of the Wilbury albums (‘Handle With Care’; ‘The End of The Line’; ‘The Devil’s Been Busy’; ‘Tweeter & The Monkeyman’) alongside back-catalogue numbers such as ‘Refugee’ (Tom Petty); ‘While my Guitar Gently Weeps’ (George Harrison); ‘Like a Rollin Stone’ (Bob Dylan); ‘Only the Lonely’ (Roy Orbison) and ‘Mr. Blue Sky’ (Jeff Lynne).
The act also contains the kind of comedy only a band spending far too many nights in Travelodge hotels could dream up.
So turn off your hearing aid, put your Zimmer frame to one side and prepare for a great night out.
It’s a journey you ain’t gonna forget in a hurry!
Grateful Fred’s have been pioneering Americana and Roots music in Formby, Southport and Liverpool since 2010 and during that time have presented some of the best US, Canadian and World artists.
On the first Wednesday of every month, join the Fredhead’s at The Atkinson for a wonderful night of live acoustic music.
More information about the artist and the evening schedule will be available shortly.
Rodney Branigan with full supporting programme.
Prepare to have your mind blown! Texas-born, London-based Rodney Branigan is a multi-instrumentalist like no other – he masterfully plays two guitars simultaneously, or guitar and piano together, all while singing with a rich, soulful voice. His music is what he calls “progressive folk fusion,” blending rock, folk, flamenco, classical, bluegrass, and jazz in a way that’s been described as “impossibly talented.” Rodney has supported the likes of Jack Johnson, Billy Bragg, and Bob Diddley, and has played everywhere from Glastonbury to festivals across China, India, France, and beyond. Music Connection Magazine wrote: “Rodney Branigan is one of the most amazing artists you will ever see. Not simply because he is unique, but rather because he is impossibly talented.” This is a show you really do need to see to believe!
Please note: Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up.
‘Cake & Classical Music’ takes place on the first Monday of each month, with a different ensembles, individuals and musicians performing 45 minute, lunchtime concerts.
Bach, Vivaldi and more played by our Trio of two violins and piano.
£13 tickets include a hot drink and a piece of cake served at tables on the lower level. Refreshments are served from 12:30pm.
£10 tickets for upper level balcony seating will only be released for sale once the lower level has sold out. The balcony ticket price does not include a hot drink and a piece of cake.
Performance starts at 1pm.
Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up, customers are entitled to a ticket exchange, credit note, or can donate the cost to The Atkinson Development Trust.
