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Lyndene Legends Week: ‘That unmistakable Irish charm!’ 150 150 mhamer

Lyndene Legends Week: ‘That unmistakable Irish charm!’

Jimmy Cricket completes his ninth season at his favourite Blackpool hotel next week.

It’s season number 11 at the Lyndene Hotel for Jimmy Cricket as he returns to the popular Blackpool hotel in time for Legends Week. 

Northern Ireland’s famous funnyman has been gracing the seafront venue for more than a decade and he’s back there again on Wednesday (4 March).

The Lyndene sits proudly at the heart of the famous Lancashire seaside resort.
Its nightly entertainment every day of the year is a major part of its ongoing success.

The hotel starred as the Le Ponderosa in the second series of Peter Kay’s TV hit comedy Phoenix Nights.

A true favourite!

A social media post by the Lyndene said:

🎭✨ LYNDENE LEGENDS WEEK ✨🎭
📍 At the fabulous Lyndene Hotel
📅 Monday 2nd – Friday 6th March
Get ready for a full week of fantastic live entertainment at the Lyndene Hotel!
With 3–4 different cabaret acts every night, plus your favourite resident performers, it’s set to be a week to remember! 🌟
🎹 Every night from 7pm – Enjoy our resident keyboard player to start your evening in style, followed by TWO games of CASH prize bingo with your brilliant Host & Compere! 💷💷
Here’s what’s in store…
🔥 Monday 2nd March
The sensational Diane Lee Carol brings her breathtaking Tina Turner Tribute to the Lyndene stage! Get ready for classics like “Proud Mary”, “Simply The Best”, “River Deep – Mountain High” and “What’s Love Got To Do With It” 🎤✨
🎉 Tuesday 3rd March
The brilliant UpHighs Personality Duo take over with all your favourite party pleasers and singalong hits! Expect floor-fillers, feel-good vibes and a fantastic atmosphere all night long! 🕺🎶
🍀 Wednesday 4th March
Back for his 11th season at the Lyndene – a true favourite!
TV’s Irish Comedy Legend Jimmy Cricket 🍀😂🍀
Get ready for a night of laughter, classic comedy and that unmistakable Irish charm! 🍀🍀
🎸 Thursday 5th March
Rock ‘n’ Roll sensation Ricky Aron brings you the electrifying Ricky Aron Show!
Dance along to hits like “Johnny B. Goode”, “Great Balls of Fire”, “Rock Around the Clock” and “Blue Suede Shoes” 🎸🕺💃🎶
Non-residents welcome
PLUS throughout the week enjoy amazing performances from:
🌟 The fantastic Kearra Bethany
🎷 Multi-talented Andy Eastwood
…and many more incredible cabaret stars!
🍽️ NON-RESIDENTS WELCOME! 🍽️
Why not book a Meal & Show and enjoy a delicious 5-course dinner followed by a full evening of outstanding live entertainment!
📞 To book call our Reservations Team on 01253 346779
🎟️ Limited places available – early booking recommended!
There’s nowhere better to be this March than the Lyndene Hotel for a week packed with music, laughter, dancing and non-stop entertainment! 🌟
📞 01253 346779
📧 reservations@lyndenehotel.co.uk
Various packages available including Half Board, Hotel Credit & All Inclusive. lyndenehotel.co.uk/packages
Fitz of Laughter night: ‘My childhood was revisited, Jimmy’ 150 150 mhamer

Fitz of Laughter night: ‘My childhood was revisited, Jimmy’

Tonight we welcomed the legendary Jimmy Cricket "Come'ere There's More" to Katie Fitzgerald's - and a great night was had by all!

Jimmy Cricket was “on top form” when he headlined a great night of entertainment at the Fitz of Laughter Comedy Club.
It all took place at Katie Fitgerald’s in Stourbridge, West Midlands, on Saturday (21 February).
Afterwards, Funny Beeseness and Wayne Beese (the host and MC) said on social media: “Tonight we welcomed the legendary Jimmy Cricket “Come’ere There’s More” to Katie Fitzgerald’s – and a great night was had by all!
“The great man was on top form, ably supported by the superb Ian Crawford – Cutlery Safety Expert and Dominic Woodward.
“Wayne Beese was your host and MC.
“Were you here tonight? What did you think?
“Book for our shows at www.funnybeeseness.co.uk/whats-on.”
Here are some of the comments on Facebook after the event:
Lynn Grice: “Brilliant night! So funny. My face aches from laughing so much!”
Donna Chaloner: “Brilliant venue and night.”
Sharon Fairfax: “Fab night thanks. My childhood was revisited 🤩 Jimmy.”
The Jimmy Cricket Story is the famous comedian's official autobiography
A reminder that Jimmy’s official autobiography is still on sale.
Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian tells the heart-warming story of Jimmy’s illustrious life and 50-year career.

The paperback costs £10 and can be bought at online retailer Amazon here, also being available in eBook and audio formats.

Signed copies (£13.99 including postage and packing) can be purchased on this website here.

It is also available at Jimmy’s live gigs for £10 where he will sign it.

One pound from the sale of every book goes to Mary’s Meals.

The charity supports feeding projects in some of the world’s poorest communities.

 
‘Wonderful fun-filled evening’ watching Tim Vine’s Plastic Elvis film 150 150 mhamer

‘Wonderful fun-filled evening’ watching Tim Vine’s Plastic Elvis film

Jimmy Cricket and a group of fellow comedians watched Tim Vine’s rocking new film about Plastic Elvis.

Rocker ’Brella Fella was screened at Home, Manchester’s premier arts centre and a registered charity.

Home features two theatres, five cinemas, an art gallery and a restaurant.

It has welcomed more than seven million visitors since opening.

Tim Vine himself and Jimmy’s son, ex-comedian-turned-Roman Catholic priest Fr Frankie Mulgrew, attended the latest screening of Rocker ’Brella Fella.

Northern Irish entertainer Jimmy said: “What a wonderful fun-filled evening meeting up with fellow comics Tim Key, Dominic Larkin, Tony Vino, ex-comic/Catholic priest Fr Frankie, while watching the very funny Tim Vine in the movie, which was directed/produced by Tim alongside his co-producer Andrew Jobbins at this new fabulous venue in Manchester called Home.”

The screening took place on 9 February and included a quesion-and-answer session with Tim.

The Home website says: “It’s Tim Vine in a brand-new, rocking Plastic Elvis feature film!

“Featuring 26 original new songs and a silly toe-tapping tale that’ll send your spirits soaring.

Jimmy Cricket and a group of fellow comedians watched Tim Vine's rocking new film, Plastic Elvis.

“Sam Salono returns home to Widestairs because the family umbrella business is in trouble, and he’s got some big news to share.

“It’s one catchy tune after another as Sam rocks his way through every situation; a boat trip, a crazy golf course, and a chance meeting with a local comedian – nothing can stop him.

“‘Are you in a party mood?’ He shouts to the Beach bar audience.

“‘Yes, I am!”’they all shout back, and you will be too after you’ve watched Rocker ’Brella Fella!”

Also read: Bullseye: ‘Happy warm memories’ of charity appearance

Bullseye: ‘Happy warm memories’ of charity appearance 150 150 mhamer

Bullseye: ‘Happy warm memories’ of charity appearance

Jimmy Cricket was reminded recently of his appearance on popular TV gameshow Bullseye in the mid-1980s.

Jimmy Cricket was reminded recently of his appearance on popular TV gameshow Bullseye in the mid-1980s.

The Northern Irish comedian appeared on the darts-based programme for charity, scoring 125 with nine throws.

He told co-host and sports commentator Tony Green at the oche “and there’s more”, saying there should have been another 60.

Tony pretended he had forgot to include it and added the 60 to give a total of 185.

Facebook poster John Sidebotham published the photo above of Jimmy with presenter Jim Bowen, having just seen a repeat of the programme on television.

John told Jimmy it was “nice to see you just now on Bullseye”. Jimmy replied: “Happy warm memories John!”

Broadcaster and comedian Jim Bowen, who died in 2018 aged 80, hosted the original version of the Sunday tea-time show, which ran for 14 years.

It has since been revived, with former England cricketer Freddie Flintoff at the helm.

Click here to watch Jimmy’s appearance on Bullseye.

Jimmy’s autobiography

If you haven’t yet bought it, Jimmy’s official autobiography is still on sale.

Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian tells the heart-warming story of Jimmy’s illustrious life and 50-year career.

The paperback costs £10 and can be purchased at online retailer Amazon here. It is also available via eBook and audio.

Jimmy Cricket with his autobiography

It can be bought at Jimmy’s live gigs for £10 where Jimmy will also sign it.

One pound from the sale of every book goes to Mary’s Meals.

The charity supports feeding projects in some of the world’s poorest communities.

More details on the book and Jimmy’s DVD, Pull Your Seats Forward, can be found on his website here.

Also read: Jimmy Cricket’s signed autobiographies now available by post!

New Feb event: Fitz of Laughter Comedy Club 150 150 mhamer

New Feb event: Fitz of Laughter Comedy Club

Comedy legend Jimmy Cricket headlines Fitz of Laughter Comedy Club in Stourbridge

Another event has just been added to Jimmy Cricket’s schedule next month.
The Northern Irish entertainer will now be performing in Stourbridge on Saturday 21 February.
The venue, Katie Fitzgerald’s, and comedy club Funny Beeseness, revealed the details on social media.
They posted: “JUST ANNOUNCED: Comedy legend JIMMY CRICKET headlines Fitz of Laughter Comedy Club in Stourbridge next month!
“And there’s more… top support from Ian Crawford – Cutlery Safety Expert and Dominic Woodward, with Wayne Beese as host and MC.
“Tickets selling fast for this one at Katie Fitzgerald’s, so get in quick! Jimmy Cricket “Come’ere There’s More”

Also read: And there’s more… yet another season at the Lyndene!

A reminder that Jimmy’s official autobiography is still on sale.

Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian tells the heart-warming story of Jimmy’s illustrious life and 50-year career.

The paperback costs £10 and can be bought at online retailer Amazon here, also being available in eBook and audio formats.

Signed copies (£13.99 including postage and packing) can be purchased on this website here.

It is also available at Jimmy’s live gigs for £10 where he will sign it.

One pound from the sale of every book goes to Mary’s Meals.

The charity supports feeding projects in some of the world’s poorest communities.

The Jimmy Cricket Story is the famous comedian's official autobiography
‘Going back to one of my favourite staff-run theatres’ 150 150 mhamer

‘Going back to one of my favourite staff-run theatres’

Hi friends, I’m getting spoilt, going back to one of my favourite staff run theatres, where we did lots of shows and summer seasons, the #bridlingtonspa with the very talented multi-instrumentalist #andyeastwoodand the great vocals of #helenfarrell on Sunday 15th March 2026 at 1.30pm. You’re very welcome to join us for lots of #LaughterAndMusic

Jimmy Cricket returns to a very familiar setting on the East Yorkshire coast this spring.

The ever-popular comedian is performing at the Bridlington Spa Theatre on Sunday 15 March (1.30pm).

Also playing are musician Andy Eastwood and singer Helen Farrell.

Said Jimmy: “I’m getting spoilt, going back to one of my favourite staff-run theatres, where we did lots of shows and summer seasons, the #bridlingtonspa,” Jimmy posted on social media.

“With the very talented multi-instrumentalist #andyeastwood and the great vocals of #helenfarrell.

“You’re very welcome to join us for lots of #LaughterAndMusic.”

Book your tickets here.

The theatre’s website says: “Bridlington Spa stands proudly overlooking the bay, beaches and harbour and offers unbeatable views from its function suites.

“With a long and spectacular history, it is the venue of choice for many artists and touring shows and a versatile place to host meetings, conferences and training.

“First class in house catering combined with a range of rooms including The Royal Hall, a magnificent Art Deco ballroom, and the Theatre, an ornate Edwardian two tier theatre with proscenium arch, makes the Bridlington Spa the perfect location for any celebration or event.”

Also read: New concrete wellies arrive – in Bridlington!

Stand Up On The Pier will be ‘rip-roaring show of big laughs’ 150 150 mhamer

Stand Up On The Pier will be ‘rip-roaring show of big laughs’

Happy New Year’ my friends!! Looking forward to returning to the wonderful Cromer Pier in 2026 for a night of comedy with my fellow comedians!

Jimmy Cricket returns to Cromer this year to headline a comedy night which “guarantees non-stop laughter from start to finish”.

The famous funnyman tops the bill for Stand Up On the Pier at the Pavilion Theatre on Thursday 23 April.

Cromer is a coastal resort in north Norfolk and there has been a pier or jetty there since 1391.

Also appearing in the April show are Tony Vino, Kevin Daniel and Stephen Owen.

Jimmy said on social media: “Happy New Year my friends!!

“Looking forward to returning to the wonderful Cromer Pier in 2026 for a night of comedy with my fellow comedians!”

The pier’s website stated: “Stand Up On The Pier comedy night guarantees non-stop laughter from start to finish, presenting the finest UK comedians on the comedy circuit.

“Have your funny bone well and truly tickled at this great value and unpredictable evening that promises to be packed with quality comedy.

“Everyone’s favourite Irish comedian, Jimmy Cricket, is returning to Cromer Pier to headline the night.
“Tony Vino has been touring the comedy scene since early 2005.
“From his witty take on everyday life to his quick-fire humour, Tony knows exactly how to get a crowd roaring.
“Kevin Daniel is an award-winning comedian who has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting and sought-after acts on the UK comedy circuit.
“(Host) Stephen Owen is an established and respected comedian and comedy impressionist.
“A natural performer with vast experience.
“His ability to communicate with audiences and create an innocent sense of fun and laughter.
“Get buckled up and ready for a rip-roaring show of big laughs at the funniest night in Cromer.”