Hardraw Force, near Hawes in Wensleydale is the venue for the Brass Band Competition.

Yorkshire and Humberside Brass Band Association present the
Hardraw Scar Brass Band Contest

*** 2011 Hardraw Scar Brass Band Contest Sunday 11th September ***
Starts 10.00 am

Now in its 130th year the world famous Hardraw Scar Brass Band Festival is Britain's second oldest outdoor contest and takes place annually the second Sunday of September. Starting time is 10 am although it is advisable to arrive earlier as seats are limited.