The Hunter Club Arts Centre

28/01/2025

Washing Machine Presents: Live Music at The Hunter Club – Saturday 19th April

🎶 Lineup:

OLI HARRIS
MANIC STANLEY
ZIGGARETTES
FORTUNATE FOOLS
BEAT ME OUTTA ME

Join us on Saturday 19th April for an unforgettable night of live music as Washing Machine brings an explosive lineup to The Hunter Club as part of Independent Venue Week!

Headliner: Oli Harris
Hailing from Cambridge, Oli Harris has captivated audiences with his powerful voice and heartfelt songwriting. His tracks explore themes of individuality and isolation, resonating deeply with music lovers and critics alike. With high-energy performances, Oli has earned recognition from BBC Introducing, an NMG Award (Best Alternative Artist), and headline shows across the UK.

Supporting Acts:

Manic Stanley – Riff-heavy future rock stars with a sound you won’t forget.
Ziggarettes – Norwich’s jazz-inflected, post-punk/indie geniuses.
Fortunate Fools – Fresh brilliance from Bury St Edmunds’ newest talent.
Beat Me Outta Me – Peterborough’s grunge gods delivering raw energy.

Event Details:
Time: 6–11pm (main bar open until 1am)
Tickets: £5 (available now!)

All Ages Welcome: Under-14s must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
Licensed Bar: No ID, no alcohol.

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27/01/2025

As part of Independent Venue Week, Washing Machine proudly presents:

MAGNOLIA
SPLINTERS
OI NAH
LAVA PIGEON
FRANKIE

As part of the UK’s Independent Venue Week celebrations, on Saturday 1st February at The Hunter Club in Bury St Edmunds we’re summoning an armada of awesomeness to showcase how flippin’ brilliant the East Anglian music scene is right now. Headlining the show are Norwich’s ultra fast-rising experimental post-rock heroes MAGNOLIA, described by Shake Shake Records as “a supercharged fusion of both new and old… An exquisite woven tapestry of avant-garde rock… wild and gritty yet joyful and uplifting… bursting with method, spirit and feeling.” (So in summary: they are everything you want.)

Support comes from Bury’s own masters of ultra-catchy Dinosaur Jr/Melvins-inflected skronk-rock SPLINTERS, riding high on the release of their utterly brillliant ‘Cabin’ EP; Norwich’s doyens of hardcore destruction OI NAH; future punk prophets LAVA PIGEON; and BurySOUND breakout superstar FRANKIE FREEMAN.

Find out more about Independent Venue Week here:
www.independentvenueweek.com/uk/

Washing Machine Independent Venue Week

25/01/2025

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO THIS EVENING ‽

Hunter Comedy Club Presents Alex Freimuller – Saturday, January 25

🎉 Join Us for a Night of Laughter!
Hunter Comedy Club is thrilled to welcome the incredible Alex Freimuller to our monthly comedy night. Don’t miss your chance to see one of the most exciting names in alternative comedy live!

🎤 Featuring:

Alex Freimuller: Hailed as the future of alternative comedy, Alex is known for his unforgettable performances at top comedy venues like Glass Eye Comedy and Big Cheese Comedy. He’s also made appearances in short films and TV productions, including Once Upon a Time in Suffolk and The Grandest Wedding of Royals.
Your MC for the Night: Joel Walker
📅 Event Details:

Date: Saturday, January 25
Location: Hunter Comedy Club
Bar Opens: 6:00 PM
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Show Starts: 7:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets:

Advance: £5
On the Door: £7
Get your tickets now on Eventbrite or via the Hunter Club website.

22/01/2025

🎶🔥 Bury Sound 2025 Lineup Announced! 🔥🎶

The wait is over – the lineup for Bury Sound is finally here, and it’s packed with talent! 🌟 This year, we’re thrilled to welcome lots of exciting new bands alongside fan favourites!

🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to support these incredible up-and-coming artists! Grab your tickets now!

Here’s what’s coming:

🎤 Saturday, 1st March – The Hunter Club
👉 Headliner: Head Check
✨ With: Blaaze, Grace Wells, Helix, Krumpets, Sub-Liminal

🎤 Saturday, 8th March – The Hunter Club
👉 Headliner: Bi-Neural
✨ With: Drop Dead Sally, Jackism, Manic Stanley, Serena Grant

🎤 Saturday, 15th March – The Hunter Club
👉 Headliner: Punching
✨ With: The Dutch House, Jorts, Lava Pigeon, Splinters, The 07s

🎤 Saturday, 22nd March – The Hunter Club
👉 Headliner: Flat Venus
✨ With: Bella Ross, Catalyst, Doll Face, Hear Me Out, H!TheRealist

🎤 Saturday, 29th March – The Hunter Club
👉 Headliner: Final Transmission
✨ With: The Fifth Flaw, Frankie Freeman, H*llo K*tty Fun Land, In Cairo, Mackzwell

🎤 The Grand Final – Saturday, 12th April – The Apex
👉 Headliner: Jaded Teeth
✨ With more acts to be announced!

🎟️ All events are just £5.00 and all ages welcome (+14s with a parent). Get your tickets NOW at whatsonwestsuffolk.co.uk!

Tag your friends, spread the word, and let’s celebrate the future of the Bury St Edmunds music scene! 🎸🎤

22/01/2025

🎤✨ Open Mic Night at The Hunter Club – Tomorrow! ✨🎤

🎶 The stage is set, and we’ve got an amazing lineup ready to perform – but there’s still room for YOU!
Whether you’re a singer, poet, comedian, or musician, this is your chance to share your talent with a supportive crowd. 🌟

📅 Date: Tomorrow!
🕖 Time: Performances start at 7 PM ish (Venue opens at 6 PM)
📍 Location: The Hunter Club

🎟️ Come early to grab a seat, sign up, or just soak in the creative energy. Let’s make it a night of unforgettable performances and good vibes!

👉 Bring your talent and enthusiasm.

Tag your friends, and let’s make the first open mic of 2025 one for the books! 🎸🎤

19/01/2025

🎶 WHAT A NIGHT! 🎶 The first Washing Machine of 2025 was absolutely incredible! Amazing performances from the bands and an audience that truly made the atmosphere electric. 🎸🎤

You were all amazing .bse .uk .0fficial — your energy and support made it an unforgettable start to gig season. This is just the start to the 2025 gig season!

📍Thank you to everyone who came along and made it such a special night. Let’s keep the momentum going! "

18/01/2025

🎤 SEYMOUR IS SCREAMING HIS HEART OUT! What’s he shouting about? You decide! Drop your wild guesses in the comments below. Best comment get free entry to a Washing Machine Gig and £20.00 bar tab! (Keep it clean) 👇🔥
📍Captured live at The Hunter Club Arts Centre!

18/01/2025

ANNELIUK

£6 early bird – £12.50 per ticket thereafter

Do not miss this! ANNELIUK is based in central Cambridge and on the way ‘up’ in her musical career. Anneli is a dance vocalist working with top level producers including Stonebridge and Nick Halkes (The Prodigy/Positiva).

This brand new high energy show is a celebration of dance smash records 1990’s to current day. Anneli also performs her original records that are currently on release. Anneli has been nominated for 4 years running for best solo female at the NMG Awards run by Tim Willett of Cambridge 105FM. Her musical output is increasing and she is now achieving good results on streaming platforms.

Expect to hear covers of the likes of: Calvin Harris, David Guetta, Swedish House Mafia, DJ Sammy, ATB, Loreen and Billie Gillies to name a few. It’s definitely time to get up and dance!

Anneli performs alongside a backing vocalist and backing dancers.

Anneli has always been very ambitious and has only ever wanted to chart with her music, especially she desires a top 40 in the UK official charts! (yes THAT ambitious!)

Book early to avoid disappointment! LETS DANCE!

18/01/2025

Here are the stage times for tonight’s Washing Machine fandango at The Hunter Club in Bury St Edmunds Rock City!

6.30-7.00 - CATALYST
7.15-7.45 - PERMANENT DAYLIGHT
8.00-8.30 - DOLL FACE
8.45-9.15 - SUB-LIMINAL 
9.30 - DAMP MATCHES

6-11pm, bar open until 1am, all ages (u-14s with a parent/carer), £5 via WeGotTickets.com/washingmachineclubnight

Uh, look out!

17/01/2025

🌟 It’s been a productive week at HC! 🌿 Our outdoor space is looking better than ever, and the MEGA Bench is back by popular demand! 🙌

🔥 Exciting news: heaters are on the way, so you can enjoy the courtyard no matter the weather. Stay tuned!

15/01/2025

GIG ANNOUNCEMENT

Friday 4th April

“If you’re looking for something punchy, neoclassical, and semi-abstract, and that leans toward strong musical flavours, you can’t go amiss with the avant-garde duo BEAU BOWEN.

If you’re a fan of Sparks, perhaps with some of the supernatural essence of Björk you’ll be a little closer to embracing the beauty & variety of the BEAU BOWEN sound.

It is a sound that you will want to hear again and again – this music invites intimacy. These Auteur-Rockers have even created an ingenious visual package, which delivers a multi-dimensional live show that is a spectacle to behold.

How do audiences react to Beau Bowen’s music? They are mesmerised. They are transported. They are warmed, and they are inspired. The Beau Bowen melodies are beautiful, catchy and strong, and the lyrics are charming with a delicate and childlike nature. The themes are innocent. There is nothing to fear! You might choose to describe their music as art-pop, but that’s not the point, because it is certainly not grandiose and it is not toplofty, or judgemental. Their thoughts are straightforward and lucid (even though they often deliver highly skilful, multi-dimensional complexities).

Just one listen will let you in on all you need to know: they love music, they love performance, they love one another.

BEAU BOWEN are today’s missing link with the eternal heartbeat within artistic performance and musical expression!”

15/01/2025

🎶 We were thrilled to have working with in for a full-on, 12-hour recording session! 🙌🔥 The energy was incredible, and we can’t wait for you to hear the results.

🎧 Want to record with Barney or Alec? Get in touch for more info! And stay tuned—DIY hire and podcasting sessions will be available soon! 🎙️

13/01/2025

Turbo-charged thrill-seekers rejoice, for this Saturday, 18th January , punk prophets DOLL FACE (formerly The Strays) are returning to The Hunter Club in Bury St Edmunds to support the mighty DAMP MATCHES alongside SUB-LIMINAL, DOLL FACE and CATALYST! 6-11pm, all ages (u-14s with a parent/carer), £5 via WeGotTickets.com/washingmachineclubnight

09/01/2025

🎥✨ Explore the Soul of Russian Cinema with Us! ✨🎥

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the rich, emotional, and visually stunning world of Russian film! Our upcoming screenings showcase masterpieces that dive deep into human resilience, cultural heritage, and the poetry of everyday life.

From thought-provoking dramas to breathtaking cinematography, these films promise to leave you inspired and engaged. Whether you’re a seasoned cinephile or simply curious about the artistic brilliance of Russian storytelling, this is an experience not to be missed.

📅 Dates: Sunday Feb 2nd 2025

📍 Location: Hunter Club

🎟️ Tickets: Suggested donation of £7 at the door-free for members

Let’s celebrate the art of international cinema together—come for the stories, stay for the conversation!

💬 Tag your film-loving friends and share your favorite Russian films in the comments.

Mark your calendar and let the magic of Russian cinema captivate you!

09/01/2025

Great Write-Up in the Bury Free Press!

"The event is co-hosted by Knuckle Sandwich and Will Power, an East Anglia drag duo who have been producing the show across the East of England since early 2022, first debuting at The Hunter Club in April of the same year."

It's an absolute privilege to host "Now That's What I Call Drag"! 🎭✨ Knuckle Sandwich and Will Power make it look effortless every time. Every drag night has been a perfect mix of chaos and pure entertainment. We can't wait to see what they bring next!

https://www.hunterclub.org.uk/events/drag-bingo-2/

NOW! That's What I Call...DRAG! The Birthday Show with Victoria Scone!

https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/a-night-like-no-other-special-drag-birthday-show-to-hit-t-9399178/

February 8, 2025 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm Do you love all things drag?! Are you ready to have your bingo bongo’d with a DRAG twist?! Well shantay this way because “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG!” is BACK in Bury St Edmunds and this time, they’re BACK with East Anglia’s most fabulous, campest ...