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Sun 1 NovDoors 12:00

Ricky Tomlinson - Retirement My Ar*e!

Werneth Cricket, Bowling & Table Tennis Club · Oldham

*RICKY TOMLINSON - RETIREMENT MY AR*E!!! OLDHAM - SUNDAY 1ST NOV 2026 Ricky Tomlinson brings his 2026 tour show to Werneth Cricket Club in Oldham. Hosted by Asa Murphy In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and also the world famous Ronnie Scott’s London. Doors...

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Fri 20 NovDoors 19:15

Ricky Tomlinson - Retirement My Ar*e Tour!

and Goosnargh Sports and Social Club · Whittingham

FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2026 - Ricky Tomlinson & Asa Murphy come back to The Whittingham Club for a fantastic event: An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson hosted by Asa Murphy as part of Ricky’s 2026 Retirement My Ar*e! Tour. In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. After the show there will be chance to meet Ricky. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire...

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Sat 21 NovDoors 19:15

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Highfield Community Hall · Wigan

SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER 2026 - Ricky Tomlinson & Asa Murphy come back to Highfield Community Hall in Wigan for a fantastic event: An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson hosted by Asa Murphy as part of Ricky’s 2026 Retirement My Ar*e! Tour. In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. After the show there will be chance to meet Ricky. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold...

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Fri 4 DecDoors 19:15

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Town FC · Kendal

FRIDAY 4TH DECEMBER 2026 - Ricky Tomlinson & Asa Murphy come to Kendal Town FC with the fantastic tour show: Ricky Tomlinson - Retirement My Ar*e Tour! In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. After the show there will be chance to meet Ricky. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and also the world fa...

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Sun 6 DecDoors 13:00

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Fox Lane Sports Club · Leyland

SUNDAY 6TH DECEMBER 2026 - Ricky Tomlinson & Asa Murphy come to Fox Lane Sports Bar & Function Room for a fantastic event: An Afternoon With Ricky Tomlinson hosted by Asa Murphy as part of Ricky’s 2026 Retirement My Ar*e! Tour. In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. After the show there will be chance to meet Ricky. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out...

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Wed 23 DecDoors 18:45

Ricky Tomlinson - Retirement My Ar*e! Christmas Special

Marine FC · Liverpool

WEDNESDAY 23RD DECEMBER 2026 - Ricky Tomlinson & Asa Murphy come to Marine FC with the fantastic tour show: Ricky Tomlinson - Retirement My Ar*e Tour Christmas Special! In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. After the show there will be chance to meet Ricky. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and...

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Sun 21 Mar 2027Doors 13:00

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The Monaco Ballroom · Wigan

*RICKY TOMLINSON - RETIREMENT MY AR*E!!! HINDLEY - SUNDAY 21ST MARCH 2027 Ricky Tomlinson brings his 2027 tour show to The Monaco in HIndley Hosted by Asa Murphy In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and also the world famous Ronnie Scott’s London. Doors 1pm S...

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Sun 4 Apr 2027Doors 13:00

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Astley Community Club · Manchester

*RICKY TOMLINSON - RETIREMENT MY AR*E!!! ASTLEY - SUNDAY 4TH APRIL 2027 Ricky Tomlinson brings his 2027 tour show to Astley Community Centre in Astley. Hosted by Asa Murphy In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and also the world famous Ronnie Scott’s London....

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Sun 23 May 2027Doors 12:00

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Rixton With Glazebrook Community Hall · Warrington

*RICKY TOMLINSON - RETIREMENT MY AR*E!!! RIXTON - SUNDAY 23RD MAY 2027 Ricky Tomlinson brings his 2027 tour show to RIxton with Glazebrook Community Hall. Hosted by Asa Murphy In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. Host Asa Murphy The afternoon is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and also the world famous Ronnie Scott’s Lon...

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Sun 6 Jun 2027Doors 13:00

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Conservative Club · Fleetwood

*RICKY TOMLINSON - RETIREMENT MY AR*E!!! FLEETWOOD - SUNDAY 6TH JUNE 2027 Ricky Tomlinson brings his 2027 tour show to Fleetwood Conservative Club in Fleetwood. Hosted by Asa Murphy In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and also the world famous Ronnie Scott’s...

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Sun 25 Jul 2027Doors 13:00

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Culcheth Village Club · Warrington

RICKY TOMLINSON - RETIREMENT MY AR*E!!! WARRINGTON - SUNDAY 25TH JULY 2027 Ricky Tomlinson brings his 2026 tour show to Culcheth Village Club in Warrington. Hosted by Asa Murphy In conversation about his life and career, Eric “Ricky” Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby Grant in the soap opera Brookside(1982-1988), DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker(1993-2006) andJim Royle In The Royle Family (1998-2012). He also played the tie character in mockumentary Mike Bassett: England Manager. He has also started in the BBC series Nice Guy Eddie and Clocking Off aswell as the film Nativity with Martin Freeman and 51st state with Samuel L Jackson. Host Asa Murphy The evening is hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Asa Murphy. As well as an interviewer and presenter, Asa is an established singer and entertainer. At home with either his swing style big band show or his energetic Rock n Roll performances. Asa has performed all over the world including theatre shows in Rome and America. In his home town of Liverpool, Asa has sold out The Empire Theatre and Philharmonic Hall many times over and also the world famous Ronnie Scott’s Lon...

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