Walnut Tree Inn, Northampton

Chris McCausland + Jeff Innocent
2020-01-30 20:00 - 23:30 UTC | Walnut Tree Inn, 21 Station Road, Blisworth, Northants, NN7 3DS, United Kingdom
CHRIS McCAUSLAND is a British stand-up comedian and actor from Liverpool.
Chris is blind, has been performing stand-up since 2003, and has long been firmly established at the very top of the UK’s live comedy circuit. He performs all over the country, including regularly at the world famous Comedy Store in the heart of London’s West End.
He has performed all over the world, including India, Singapore, Malaysia, across the Middle East, and throughout Europe.
Chris has taken seven different stand-up shows to the Edinburgh Festival for full runs, and has just completed a national tour in the summer of 2019.
He has many TV and Radio performances including: “Have I Got News For You”, “Would I Lie To You?”, “Live at the Apollo” and “Loose Ends”.
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JEFF INNOCENT is a popular and experienced stand up comedian, actor, writer and cultural commentator. As a stand up comedian he has reached near legendary status among his peers and audience alike by staying at the top of his game for over 15 years. He was voted Best Live Club Comedian 2016 AT the UK Comedy Awards and was Runner Up for 2013, 2014 and 2015, won Best In Fest at the Norwich Comedy Festival 2014 and was nominated in the 2015 Chortle Awards Best Live Club Act category.
His unique appeal lies in the contrast between his East End ‘Geezer’ appearance and demeanour, and his educated, philosophical delivery and subject matter.
His recent acting credits include appearances in the children’s TV programme, ‘Little Howards Big Question’ and BBC’s extremely popular historical drama series, ‘Call The Midwife’.
As a writer he has contributed to a number of publications and websites such The Independent, The Ecologist and London Is Funny, on a wide range of topics including environmental issues, history and music. He also lectures on stand up comedy at The London Comedy School.
“Extremely talented cockney philosopher”
Time Out
“Clever, honest, funny. Not only hugely likable comedy but fabulously subversive”
The Scotsman
“The body of a nightclub bouncer and the brain of a university boffin”
The Guardian
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Dave Harmer's New Orleans Hotshots
2020-01-26 12:00 - 14:30
Tickets £10 on the door.
For reservations and enquiries call Tad Newton on 01604 858549.

Burn's Night Supper
2020-01-24 19:15 - 22:00
Our chef’s have produced an authentic Scottish Burn’s Supper menu for your delectation. For only £23 per person you can enjoy a delicious three-course meal with an optional whisky flight of four exceptional single malts for just £14.
7.15pm for 7.45pm, to book please call 01604 859551 or book online using the button at the top of the next column.

MENU
To Start
Cullen Skink
a traditional soup made from Smoked Haddock, Potato and Onion

Main Course
Haggis with Neeps and Tatties
served with a Whisky sauce

To Finish
Cranachan
a Scottish trifle made with mixed berries, whipped cream, toasted oats, honey and whisky

The Fenny Stompers
2020-01-12 12:00 - 14:30

The LPs
2020-01-11 21:30 - 2020-01-12 00:00
The LP’s are a 4 piece powerhouse band based in Beds/MK. Re-vamped, Re-energized and ready to get you dancing with their blend of classic 80s rock & synthpop nostalgia, with tracks from Tears for Fears, Duran Duran, Santana, Madness, Paul Simon and many others.

Not Yer Standard Jazz Band!
2020-01-05 12:00 - 14:30
this will be different..with Boysey Battrum (sax legend), Richard Baker (trombone), Stewart Russell (drums), Tom Purr (bass), Jamie Osborne (guitar..director of The County Youth Big Band) and Krystel Morrison (vocals, from Jazz Colossus).
Tickets £10 on the door.
For reservations and enquiries call Tad Newton on 01604 858549.

Soul'd
2020-01-04 21:00 - 23:50
Five piece band covering funk, jazz and soul party hits. Based in Northants and fronted by professional singer/songwriter Leanne Golding. Their repertoire includes songs by Womack & Womack, Sister Sledge, Candi Staton, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, Jackie Wilson, Rose Royce, The Trammps, Al Green, Doobie Brothers, James Brown, Wild Cherry, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Earth Wind & Fire, Chic, Jamiroquai, Luther Vandross, Bill Withers, Michael Jackson, Knarls Barclay, Moloko, Amy Winehouse, Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams.

The Rides
2020-01-04 21:00 - 23:50
Milton Keynes based four-piece pop & rock covers function band covering songs from the 60’s to current chart hits. Their repertoire of artists includes Bruce Springsteen, Bryan Adams, Van Morrison, Doobie Brothers, Stones, The Monkees, The Doors, Fleetwood Mac, Cockney Rebel, Wild Cherry, Stevie Wonder, U2, Free, Prince, Elton John, Oasis, Kings of Leon, Stereophonics, Robbie Williams, Gnarls Barcley, Toploader, Erasure, Cee Lo Green, Walk The Moon, The Killers, The Fratellis, The Undertones, James, Ricky Martin, The Proclaimers and Rag ’n’ Bone Man.

Bootleg Zoo
2020-01-01 21:00 - 23:50
Four-piece rock and indie covers band from Northants that has been established for 10 years. Fronted by a female singer guitarist and featuring their new female drummer, this band has a lot of high energy! They cover rock and indie artists which include Kings of Leon, Queen, Fleetwood Mac, AC/DC, Guns & Roses, Stereophonics, Foo Fighters, Muse, Coldplay, Bruno Mars and Red Hot Chili Peppers.

New Year's Eve Party
2019-12-31 21:00 - 2020-01-01 03:00
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with us this year! We offer a competitively priced event with a hot buffet with dessert or cheese and biscuits. Followed by dancing to the tunes of DJ Shacks into the wee hours. 9pm-3am. Vegetarian option available.
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Quiz Night
2019-12-29 20:00 - 22:00, 2019-11-24 20:00 - 22:00, 2019-10-27 20:00 - 22:00
Last Sunday of the month.
Come and join in our quiz on the last Sunday of every month @ 8pm with Chris and Debbie.
Entry is £1 per person and teams of up to 4 people are welcome. There is a cash prize for the winner and a round of drinks for the winner of the Landlord’s Round.

Graham Smith's Jazz Allsorts
2019-12-29 12:00 - 14:30
A welcome return of this fine band featuring many of the top jazz musicians from the Midlands including young rising star Alex Clarke (clarinet/sax).
Tickets £10 on the door.
For reservations and enquiries call Tad Newton on 01604 858549.

Mid Sensation
2019-12-28 21:00 - 2019-12-29 00:00
An exciting 6 piece soul and Tamla Motown band that get everyone on their feet! Covering material by James Brown, Sam & Dave, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Elvis, Bob Marley and others.

Andy Askins + Sean Collins
2019-12-27 20:00 - 23:30
ANDY ASKINS is a diminutive figure who exudes an air of vulnerability as he steps up to the microphone armed with a guitar and a cheeky grin. It’s an overwhelmingly misleading demeanour which serves to heighten the impact of the killer lines that he delivers.
Andy has an expertly crafted routine littered with an eclectic mix of offbeat original comic songs and parodies. A talented musician with a captivating voice, popular songs have been re-written and given a perverse twist to tremendous comic effect. With a wickedly dry sense of humour, Andy’s darker material is sweetened by his innocent and impish demeanour which never fails to leave audiences in the palm of his hand. With impeccable timing, the inventive and quirky songs are peppered with inspired patter – the material is as strong as the songs and delivered in an inimitable modest and self-deprecating style.
On TV screens, Andy was recently invited to appear on The John Bishop Show, performing a storming set at the Hackney Empire, alongside a stellar line-up from the worlds of comedy and music.
“Brilliant and unique”
John Bishop
“Dark humour with faultless timing.”
The Stage
“Packs a wry, cheeky wit. There is, most definitely, something warmly alluring about him. His winning persona goes a long way.”
www.chortle.co.uk Visit website Canadian SEAN COLLINS has 25 years’ experience in stand up comedy, with initial success leading to ‘Best Male Stand Up’ nominations at the Canadian Comedy Awards, a Just For Laughs Gala set at Montreal and his own hour long special on Canadian television.
Since residing in the UK, Sean quickly established himself as a strong performer. His appearance on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow on BBC 1 proved a portentous gig for Sean, affording him the opportunity to perform at The Real Variety Showcase for Jeremy Lee Associates, the UK’s biggest specialist agency for after dinner speakers, awards hosts and cabaret for corporate, industry and public sector events.
“A pleasure to indulge”
The Scotsman
“Expert comedy done effortlessly … a veteran of comedy, Collins is long overdue a major break”
Edinburgh Evening News
“He has perfected the art of entertaining digression without ever losing a thread … first class”
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Rhythm and Roots
2019-12-14 21:00 - 2019-12-15 00:00
A four-piece band from Northants performing mainly reggae plus some classic soul and Motown songs.
Their repertoire includes Bob Marley, Gregory Isaacs, Desmond Decker, Jimmy Cliff, Toots & the Maytals, Sam Cooke, The Drifters, Bill Withers, Wilson Pickett, Ben E King, UB40, The Specials, Sting and The Zutons.

FUN.K
2019-12-07 21:00 - 2019-12-08 00:00
Northants based six-piece function band performing 70’s and beyond soul, disco and funk music. Lead vocals and harmonies are shared by two female singers. Artists covered include Martha & The Vandellas, Stevie Wonder, Sister Sledge, Rose Royce, Candi Staton, Heatwave, Earth Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, Chic, The Trammps, Average White Band and Brother Strut.

Amy Roberts/Rachael Johnson New Generation Band
2019-12-01 12:00 - 14:30

8 Foot Under
2019-11-30 21:00 - 2019-12-01 00:00
8 Foot Under are an established 70s Rock Tribute power trio, playing the best album tracks and classics from the great 1970’s hard rock monsters including: Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, ZZ Top, AC/DC, Thin Lizzy, Black Sabbath, Status Quo and The Who.
Also included, are a large selection of classics from bands that should have been bigger: Montrose, Budgie, UFO & Rory Gallagher to name but a few.

Patrick Monahan + V. Special Guest!! - SOLD OUT
2019-11-28 20:00 - 23:30
CELBRATING 10 YEAR’S OF COMEDY AT THE WALNUT TREE INN
PATRICK MONHAN: Audience favourite Patrick Monahan blends a high energy comedy style with hilarious and engaging topical and observational material. Known for working a room, Patrick is adored by his audiences with whom he makes an effortless connection!
Early in 2014 Patrick took part in the hit family entertainment series ‘Splash!’ (ITV) and appeared on the brand new series of ‘Celebrity Squares’ (ITV). He was also seen on ‘Fake Reaction’ (ITV) and on ‘Man Up’ (Fox) and was a regular 2014 guest on ‘Not The One Show’ (London Live). Last year Patrick could be seen as host of ‘Jongleurs Live!’ (Sky) and on ‘12 Again’ (CBBC/BBC2).
Winner of the 2011 ITV1 series ‘Show Me The Funny’ which led to the release of his debut DVD ‘Patrick Monahan Live’ (2 Entertain).
‘Twinkle-toed, mischievous…Monahan raised the roof’.
The Sun
‘Bright young talent…high energy and conviction, his material is great; he’s going to go far’.
Sunday Times
‘This gifted livewire commands the stage with a mix of wit and force of personality’.
Evening Standard Visit website That would be telling!

Hot Club 42
2019-11-24 12:00 - 14:30
Much requested return of this fine Django gypsy style ban – with guitars, bass, clarinet and vocals.
Tickets £10 on the door.
For reservations and enquiries call Tad Newton on 01604 858549.

The Jazz Colossus Big Band
2019-11-17 12:00 - 14:30

Oktoberfest 2019
2019-11-08 19:30 - 23:30
Always a popular night at The Walnut Tree Inn featuring The Munich Bierkellermen (from Birmingham!). The band lead the audience in a variety of thigh slapping silly games with lots of riotous singing.
Ticket price includes a meal of bratwurst, sauerkraut and fries. Aubergine shnitzel is available for vegetarians, please mention at time of booking.
Fancy dress • German beers

Acoustic Sessions
2019-11-07 20:00 - 23:00
Come and listen to some exciting live acoustic music featuring various artists with a changing line-up each month. The monthly sessions feature musicians performing cover songs as well as original compositions.
Hosted by Hannah Faulkner. Admission free.

Jim's Jam for Roy
2019-11-03 12:00 - 14:30
A special benefit for Roy Williams, who has been very ill, led and organised by guitarist Jim Douglas, featuring many jazz stars.
Tickets £10 on the door.
For reservations and enquiries call Tad Newton on 01604 858549.

Game Menu Evening
2019-11-01 19:00 - 22:00
Our chefs have produced a seasonal 4-course game menu for only £27.00 for you to enjoy for one night only.
Limited places available, Book online here or call us on 01604 859551.
Menu
Venison Carpaccio, pickled salsify and beets
*****
Rabbit Broth with a herb pancake
*****
Poached Pheasant Breast and Leg Meat BonBon with
dauphinoise potatoes, savoy cabbage, baby parsnips and Madeira soaked prunes
*****
Dessert

Kevin Grenfell's Jazz Giants
2019-10-31 20:00 - 22:30
with special guests from Denmark: Paul Harrison (clarinet/sax) and Phil Nice (piano).
Tickets £10 on the door.
For reservations and enquiries call Tad Newton on 01604 858549.

Divinity
2019-10-26 21:00 - 2019-10-27 00:00
Northamptonshire based Divinity perform the whole spectrum of dance music from the 50’s through to present day chart hits as well as classic soul/motown. This has earned them the reputation as an exciting live show with a powerful vocalist and a superb rhythm section. Tracks across their vast and varied repertoire include tunes from Bob Marley and the Wailers, Stevie Wonder, Chic, Jackie Wilson, Jamiroquai and Amy Winehouse.

Simply Floyd - a tribute to Pink Floyd
2019-10-25 20:00 - 23:00
Local Pink Floyd tribute band – Simply Floyd playing the best of Pink Floyd with superb musicianship. Tracks from classic albums including Dark Side of The Moon, Wish You Were Here, The Wall and others.
