CHRIS DIFFORD

Gigs · Bude

CHRIS DIFFORD

Sunday 16 May 2027 · Doors 18:30

The Parkhouse Centre, Bude

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CHRIS DIFFORD is on Sunday 16 May 2027 at The Parkhouse Centre, Bude, with doors at 18:30. Tickets start at £32.94, including the booking fee.

As co-founder of Squeeze, Chris Difford is behind some of the smartest, sharpest lyrics in British pop. He co-wrote the band’s defining hits — Cool for Cats, Up the Junction, Labelled with Love, Tempted and Black Coffee in Bed — with long-time collaborator Glenn Tilbrook. Beyond Squeeze, Difford’s songwriting credits include collaborations with Elton John, Jools Holland and Bryan Ferry, alongside more than three decades hosting acclaimed songwriting workshops. Touring in Spring 2027 with a brand-new book, Difford brings an evening of classic songs, candid stories, dry humour, and readings from his latest work — stripped back, up close, and personal. Standard tickets are Unreserved Seating Premium and Meet n Greet tickets are reserved on the front rows. Bar and delicious Serendip Street Food available from 6pm Bring cash for a raffle to support Bude Lit Fest and Read For Good

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