Whether it is a prestigious formal event such as the Royal Norfolk Show Ball, the spectacle of the massed pipes and drums at the Colchester Military Tournament and Berlin Tattoo, or one of the many locally organised popular events throughout East Anglia, the City of Norwich Pipe Band has been delighting audiences for over 41 years. From the stirring sound of the full pipes and drums to mini bands and solo pipers, we provide that special element in any event that adds an extra sense of occasion. Our pipers and drummers come from all walks of life, some with military backgrounds and others who have learned to play with the band. All are equally used to performing alongside military bands such as the Brigade of Ghurkas, the Royal Anglian Regiment and the Band of the RAF College Cranwell in addition to local musicians such as the Norwich Pops Orchestra at their annual New Year's Day Concert and the renowned Cawston and Taverham Bands.

The band is always in demand and our programme of engagements is always a busy affair with local, national and international engagements providing an interesting range of events for us to participate in. The band is entirely self funded with fees going towards running costs and our resplendent uniforms based on the Prince Charles Edward Stuart Tartan. It costs over £2000 to kit out each musician. The drums belong to the band but pipers own their own instruments.

We hold our weekly practice sessions at the Wymondham & District Ex-services Social Club, 9 Friarscroft Lane, Wymondham, NR18 0AT. 

These are held every Thursday from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm, with the night split into two parts to give everyone, from learners to experienced players, a chance to improve their skills:

First Hour (7:30 - 8:30 pm):

Learners receive individual tuition on practice chanters and drum pads. This focused time is perfect for mastering the basics or refining your technique.

Second Hour (8:30 - 9:30 pm):

We usually move on to playing the full pipes and drums as a group. If the weather allows, we take our practice outside to get the feel of performing in open spaces.