Simon Brodkin

Consett Comedy Festival 2026: A Laugh-Filled Extravaganza!
Get ready to laugh until it hurts as the Consett Comedy Festival returns for its fourth year, promising more fun, more acts, and more surprises! Set in County Durham, at Consett Rugby Club, this year's festival runs from Thursday, 30th April to Sunday, 3rd May and brings a brand-new format to ensure there's something for everyone—from comedy connoisseurs to families looking for a fun show!

CAMPING/LIVE IN VEHICLE PASSES NOW ON SALE FOR 2026! For full details regading camping and live in vehicles go to our FAQs page at Consettcomedy.co.uk 

VIP tickets include -
- Reserved seating in first 3 rows.
- One drink token.
- Table service at start and in breaks.
- Small table between every few seats.
- VIP Wristband.

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Thursday 30th April 
(Doors 7pm, Show 8pm, Ends 10:30pm approx, 16+)

Burning Love (Work in progress) - Kelly Rickard 



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Friday 1st May
(Doors 7pm, Show 8pm, Ends 10:30pm approx, 16+)
Don't miss this stellar lineup. This mixed-bill night will showcase some of the best stand-up in the business, ensuring you start the weekend in the best way possible—with tears of laughter.
 LINE UP

GAVIN WEBSTER - Award winning comedian!
ROBERT WHITE - As seen on Britian's Got Talent
AL STEVENSON - As seen on our new act night!
LOUISE YOUNG - As seen on BBC’S Live at the apollo!
MATT REED - HOST



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Saturday 2nd May - That's Ridiculous Live
(Doors 1:30pm, Show starts 2:30pm, Ends 4:20pm Approx, 14+)
 Join South Shields superstar Joe McElderry and his unstoppable 90-year-old Grandma Hilda as they bring their smash-hit podcast “That’s Ridiculous” to Consett Comedy Festival 2026 for a one-off live show bursting with laughter, cheek, and pure Geordie charm. 
Meet & Greet Doors 1pm -- General Admission Doors 1:30pm -- Starts 2:30pm


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Saturday 2nd May - SAY SOMETHING IMPROVISED COMEDY SHOW!
(Doors 5:30pm, Show starts 6pm, Ends 7pm Approx, 14+)

Say Something Improv are a high-energy comedy group that have delighted audiences with fast, funny, and friendly improv comedy shows, crafted on the spot from YOUR suggestions!Completely unscripted sketches, jokes and chaos; moments that range from brilliantly clever to gloriously unhinged. No two shows are ever the same and the audience are the centre of the show. Yep, the show is all about what you throw at us!Blending quick wit with playful silliness, Say Something turn your ideas into big laughs; part stand-up, part sketch show, part beautiful mess.



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Saturday 2nd May 
(Doors 7pm, Show 8pm, Ends 10:30pm approx, 16+)
The fun continues Saturday evening with another mixed-bill comedy lineup. Expect a fantastic evening of varied comedic styles that will keep you entertained and laughing all night long.
LINE UP

SIMON BRODKIN aka Lee Nelson, As seen on Live At The Apollo, Lee Nelsons well good show and many more
WILL BURNS - Ant & Dec's Golden Buzzer on Britians Got Talent 2025!
ALUN COCHRANE- As seen on McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Russell Howard’s Good News, Mock The Week, Dave’s One Night Stand, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Have I Got News For You and 8 Out Of 10 Cats
HANNAH MARGARET - The Yorkshire Comedy Awards (Breakthrough act of the year 2025)
MATT REED - Host




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Stay On-Site: Make a Weekend of It!
Why not make a whole weekend of comedy and fun by staying right on-site? Bring your camper van, tent, or motorhome and immerse yourself fully in the festival atmosphere! With plenty of space at Consett Rugby Club, you'll be able to park up, set up, and enjoy everything the festival has to offer—without the hassle of going back and forth. Gather your friends, stay the whole weekend, and make unforgettable memories as you laugh your way through the Consett Comedy Festival!--- ONLY ONE PASS NEEDED PER TENT OR MOTORHOME/CAMPERVAN. ONE PASS GIVES YOU ACCESS ALL WEEKEND.

This year's Consett Comedy Festival promises to be our biggest and best yet! We’re bringing back the much-loved mixed-bill club nights on Friday and Saturday, our raucous Family Show is ready to entertain on Saturday afternoon. Ensuring the laughs keep rolling all weekend long.Join us for a weekend of comedy that’s packed with laughs, entertainment, and surprises—get your tickets early and bring your camping gear to secure your spot at the funniest event of the year! 

 Tickets are non refundable unless event cancelled. For frequent asked questions please go to consettcomedy.co.uk 

Line up subject to change without notice. No refunds at any time

- Main Club: +44 (0)1207 503 337
- Event Bookings: +44 (0)7XXX XXX XXX

- Collect tickets from main clubhouse reception
- Identification required for ticket pickup
- Available 1 hour before event start time

- On-site parking available
- Free parking for club members
- Limited disabled parking near clubhouse entrance
- Street parking on adjacent roads

- Wheelchair accessible viewing areas
- Designated spaces for mobility-impaired guests
- Ground level entry to main clubhouse
- Accessible restroom facilities

- No outside food or beverages
- Respectful behavior expected
- No smoking inside clubhouse
- Proper sports attire recommended

- Children under 12 must be accompanied by adult
- Family-friendly environment
- Supervised areas available
- No unaccompanied minors after 8:00 PM