Cumbria Branch

Cumbria SRP meet on the third Saturday of the month, with a break in August and December.

All meetings are at Witherslack Parish Hall, Witherslack LA11 6RW 
https://www.witherslack.org/parish-hall.htm

Afternoon meetings are 2pm-5pm.  We have several full day playing sessions in the year.  These can be attended for the full day or half-day.  Visitors are welcome but please email to book before travelling.  We send a reminder email to our mailing list three weeks before each meeting for booking in.  If you would like to be on our mailing list please email

Our current director, Terry Smurthwaite, is retiring from his role as Music Director for
Cumbria Recorder Society after 5 successful years, from January 2027.

We are looking for a new Music Director/ Conductor from January 2027 to lead and
develop the Recorder Society.

Based in Witherslack, Grange over Sands , Cumbria Recorder Society is an active
branch with a large catchment area, attracting regular members and visitors from
across the north-west. We meet monthly on the third Saturday afternoon of the
month at Witherslack Parish Hall, with a break in August and September, with an
average of 30 players attending. Our programme usually includes 2 playing days,
and we also host workshops supported by the SRP.

We are looking for a Musical Director / Conductor to work with the committee and to
develop the group. It is a mixed ability group. We aim to provide a supportive
environment for all, while having a stimulating programme for experienced players.
We hold a music library, which can be used as a resource. We are happy to discuss
financial arrangements with candidates.

We also wish to develop a panel of visiting conductors to conduct on an occasional
basis.

For more information or to express an interest, please contact Sue Gill, Branch
Chair, or Rona Courtney, Secretary, on