The Morecambe Central Pier 40th Anniversary

Latest news - Follow the steps on the reverse of the flyer (posted below) for a chance to win 2 free VIP entries to the venue for the 40th Anniversary 

For any of you wanting to remind yourselves of the magic from the Morcambe years (or even discover it for the first time) this show from the man himself (Richard Searling) is a musical tribute the the fabulous Morecambe Pier All-Nighters, 1983-1986.

After Wigan Casino closed, these events kept the Northern Soul flag flying high in the North-West with an amazing mix of classic Northern and high-quality Modern Soul sounds.

You can catch up with many more of Richards radio shows by following him at: www.mixcloud.com/spurs1961.

Hey Shaun can’t wait for this night had some great times at the pier and carleton allnighters cheers mark

Get there early this night wii be busy gonna be a great night 

A look back on Gene Chandlers appearance at the Morecambe all-nighter in 1983

Yeah looking forward to this it, bet it gonna be a fun night .

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Following the sad news of the loss of Chuck Jackson Shaun Gibbons has asked me to post this memory on his behalf:

So looking forward to this event!

it’s been a long time coming so let’s see some of you’re Morecambe memories & music from that great era posted here

Great memories of Brian Rae spinning this at the Pier

And Richard Searling pushing this one
 

just loved this nighter   big yorkie contingent there  this tune reminds me so much of the pier    ahh great days x

An interesting piece of video on the Morecambe Pier all-nighter from 1984 with commentary from resident DJs Richard Searling, John Vincent and Soul Promotions Shaun Gibbons................well worth 5 mins of your time 

We're going to take the opportunity to post some memorabilia from Morecambe, hopefully interesting and also might bring back some memories from those who attended:

This is one of Richard Searling in the spotlight behind the decks

Mr Soul Promotions himself Shaun Gibbons taking requests 

Remember ike strong your love keeps me dancing on mable 

Seventh Avenue aviators you should of held on spun by Marc Farley RIP 

19 hours ago, Soulmark said:

Seventh Avenue aviators you should of held on spun by Marc Farley RIP 

Hi mark 

I remember the week he bought it ,

white congress demo £40 , he love it 

he got it , before it went massive, ahead

of the game ️

He was always breaking new records before they went big he knew his stuff he was a great lad aswell 

1 hour ago, Soulmark said:

He was always breaking new records before they went big he knew his stuff he was a great lad aswell 

100%  the best of times ️

Myself and Jane are really looking forward to this event been too long be great to meet up with mates not seen for a long time gonna be some great music played 

Be good to see you Ian on the 15th April gonna be a good one get there early

Looks like it’s going to be busy Missed very few at the Pier then Carlton as a youth; great memories. Remember one night down at the Dome on the front which I seem to recall Adey C playing at. (Melba Moore magic touch era I think it was)

The rare soul room will be absolutely buzzing on the night too, 100%

A note from Shaun Gibbons following the sad loss of Chris King:

I was shocked to hear the news that Chris King had sadly passed away.  Chris and I were not close friends but I always respected him as a fellow promoter.  Chris always put his money where his mouth was and brought over some fantastic artists like the Ric Tic review at Hinckley, which was fantastic.  My thoughts and prayers at this time are with his family and friends.  

RIP Chris from Shaun Gibbons and all the team at Soul Promotions

On 26/03/2023 at 13:49, Iancsloft said:

Myself and Jane are really looking forward to this event been too long be great to meet up with mates not seen for a long time gonna be some great music played 

Be good to see you mate. Hope Jane's shoulders is getting better, you at morecambe If not before. All the best Pete.