Join us for an evening of laughter with award winning comedians!
Hosted by Howard Walker, we have an exciting line up of acts joining us including:
Oliver Bowler
Hailing from the mean cobbles of Bolton, Oliver Bowler is a talented rising star of the UK comedy scene. A natural born storyteller, Oliver is one of the most exciting stand-ups to hit the circuit in recent years and is marked as one to watch after winning over audiences across the UK. Oliver mixes hilarious physicality, dry wit and cheeky charm to his relatable experiences through his well-crafted jokes. Watch this space…!
“I’ve been telling everyone, the lads got it!”
Scott Bennett
Alex Boardman
Known for his quick wit, natural charm, and effortless audience interaction. His free-flowing style blends sharp improvisation with punchy material, creating a performance that is both engaging and unpredictable. A highly regarded compere, Alex’s trademark mix of humour and crowd work strikes the perfect balance between playful edge and good-natured fun. Alex has performed as the warm-up act for An Evening with Eric Cantona at the London Palladium and The Lowry, and toured the UK and Dublin with Paul Hollywood’s Bake Off Tour, appearing in more than 40 theatre shows.
“Alex started stand up the year before me at the same dodgy backrooms and pubs in Manchester. He has gone on to be one of the most assured confident stand ups on the circuit and regularly plays all the top comedy clubs here and abroad. I employed him as a writer when I was on 8 Out of 10 cats, he is quality” – Jason Manford
“Very Funny, a rare mixture of wit and charm.” – The Guardian
“A great comic and a skilled writer”- Sarah Millican
Pete Otway
A former dairy farmer, Pete Otway is a multi-award nominated comedian and presenter. Pete’s first solo show was nominated for Best Debut at the Leicester Comedy Festival and played to sell out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe as well as being a BBC New Comedy Award finalist. Pete has hosted shows on BBC Radio 4 Extra and performed stand-up on BBC Radio 2 and Radio 4.
“Excellent anecdotes and a huge heart!” Broadway World
“An audacious comedian…few have the deftness of Otway” Voice Magazine
As usual, there’s a fully stocked bar, plus a huge range of sweets, crisps and snacks available. This event is for over 18’s only.
Tickets are still just £12 and they’re sure to sell out fast. So grab yours while you can.
Date: Friday 9th October 2026
Doors and bar open: 7.00pm
Show starts: 8.00pm
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