Introduction

Welcome! Thanks checking out the Ballygowan Pipe Band site – for those of you who may not know us, we are based in Ballygowan Co. Down and were formed in 1946.

We differ from other pipe bands you may be used to due to the Brian Boru Chanter on our pipes.  This chanter has wider range of notes than the great highland chanter and gives us the ability to play a wider range of tunes with a very distinct sound.  For More details on Brian Boru chanter click  the "History of the Brian Boru pipes" section at the top of our page.  


Don't Be Shy!! 

We are always on the lookout for new members and old alike to help keep the tradition of this wonderful instrument.  If you would like to learn how to play the Brian Boru pipes or are an ex member looking to re ignite your love for the band we would love to hear from you!!


*Latest News*

The clocks have went forward and the weather (Generally) is getting a bit better..... this means one thing.... Marching season is getting close!!! We cannot wait to see you all when we are out and about over the coming months!  If you would like to be part of it then feel free to drop into one of our practice nights or drop us an email via our contact section of the site!

Ballygowan Pipe Band, Co. Down, Northern Ireland 2011