The Unlikley

Gigs · Ashburton

The Unlikley

Saturday 12 December 2026 · Doors 19:00

Arts Centre, Ashburton

About this event

The Unlikley is on Saturday 12 December 2026 at Arts Centre, Ashburton, with doors at 19:00. Entry is free, booked through the official seller.

Fresh from a string of gigs in the South West, The Unlikely is a dynamic new 6-piece country-rock band, playing original songs and some classic covers with great energy, rhythm and sweet harmony vocals. Come tap your toes before Christmas.. Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See https://ashburtonarts.org.uk/access-booking-tickets-parking-finding-us/ for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre. Level access from street – please contact us on [email protected] if a wheelchair space is needed, or if you have any other special requirements.

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