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Have a Selfie with an Elfie is in the Christmas music charts! 150 150 mhamer

Have a Selfie with an Elfie is in the Christmas music charts!

Have a Selfie with an Elfie - a Christmas song for all the family

Jimmy Cricket’s Have a Selfie with an Elfie has made it into the Christmas music charts!
And you can help to get his seasonal song as high up as possible by voting for it here.
It is currently sitting in 49th place in the Heritage Charts, ahead of the likes of Kylie Minogue (Xmas) and The Stereophonics (Colours of October).
The Heritage Charts features new music from legendary artists.
It says on its website: “Each Christmas we receive 4/5 festive and seasonal songs but this year we’ve had an unprecedented 30 plus releases! Incredible.
“Positions this week may reflect that some songs have had a head start while others have appeared in the last few days.
“The chart will be updated every Sunday leading up to Christmas.”
You can listen to the song here.
Comedian Jimmy posted on social media: “Hi folks, so chuffed our Christmas song ‘Selfie with an Elfie’ (whom I wrote with #angusmacgregor and #catherinemacgregor).
“It has reached 49 in the Heritage Charts.
“If you have a moment friends can you vote for the song, (enclosed is a link) and let’s see if we can get it further up on the numbers for Christmas! #ChristmasCheer🌲🎄
Great idea for a Christmas present…

If you’re still looking for  an ideal Christmas gift, then look no further than Jimmy’s official autobiography!

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. It is also available via eBook and audio.

Jimmy Cricket with his autobiography

It is also available 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!

Another busy schedule during a special birthday month! 150 150 mhamer

Another busy schedule during a special birthday month!

Jimmy Cricket performs at the Mansfield Palace Theatre where he appears on stage along wih musician Andy Eastwood. Jimmy Cricket has a rare weekend off before another busy schedule during which he celebrates a very big birthday!

After no fewer than nine shows in September, the famous funnyman will have a run of six performances in just 18 days during October.

And it’s an extra special month for Jimmy who turns 80 on 17 October!

The first event, on Wednesday 8 October, is the latest in a series of variety gigs Jimmy is doing this summer.

He is at the Mansfield Palace Theatre where he appears on stage along with musician Andy Eastwood.

Other performances include at the Talking Pictures Festival of Film & TV roadshow at Hebden Bridge Picture House on Saturday and Sunday, 11 and 12 october.
And on Friday, 24 October, he appears with Tommy Cannon and Mick Miller  in Rule Brit-Ha-nnia at The Joe Longthorne Theatre in Blackpool.
And don’t forget that Jimmy is celebrating his memorable milestone with a Big Birthday Gala Show at The Lowry in Salford.
Tim Vine, Roy Walker, Barbara Nice, Syd Little and Steve Royle are among the entertainers performing on 1 November.
All the proceeds go to Francis House Children’s Hospice.
The Jimmy Cricket Story is the famous comedian's official autobiography

Read all about Jimmy’s life and career

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.

Back to Blackpool hotel for more celebration party performances 150 150 mhamer

Back to Blackpool hotel for more celebration party performances

The Lyndene Hotel is marking Jimmy Cricket's special anniversary with a celebratory drink during dinner.

Jimmy Cricket’s next appearance at the Blackpool hotel where he is celebrating a decade of performances is just around the corner.

The Northern Irish comedian is currently in his 10th year entertaining at the popular Lyndene.

Like other performers, he does two separate shows – one in each of the venue’s two lounges – on the nights he is there.

Rochdale-based Jimmy has dubbed the Lyndene as his “second home” as he has made so many appearances since 2015 at the seafront hotel.

And the Lyndene is marking the special anniversary with a complimentary drink during dinner.

He returns there on Wednesday 3 September for the third of four visits during 2025.

Lyndene Hotel in Blackpool

The Lyndene said on social media: “🥳In celebration for 10 years exclusively at the Lyndene Hotel, during dinner everyone receives a complimentary glass of prosecco to celebrate with him 🥂🍾.

“To help Jimmy and us celebrate this momentous milestone, book in today by contacting us on:
📞 01253 346779
📩 reservations@lyndenehotel.co.uk
Jimmy’s last show of the year at the ywill be on Wednesday, 3 December.

See all Jimmy’s booked events here.

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

 

Lytham show features a comedian, a priest and ‘Elvis’ 150 150 mhamer

Lytham show features a comedian, a priest and ‘Elvis’

Hi folks what a great night at the #StarofTheSea Parish Centre in Lytham with my great friends, organisers, Sharon and Mia and Stef alongside #CannonFrPeter with Elvis impersonator/compere Jim Nicholas and coming out of comedy retirement for the evening, my son, Fr Frankie Mulgrew

Jimmy Cricket teamed up with his son, comedian-turned-priest Fr Frankie Mulgrew, and “Elvis” for a show by the seaside.

The popular entertainer was performing at the parish centre of Our Lady Star of the Sea in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire.

He said on social media after Saturday’s (14 June) event: “Hi folks! Great night in Lytham, with organisers Sharon and Stef and Mia with my great friend Elvis impersonator/compere Jim Nicholas and sharing the stage with my son Fr Frankie Mulgrew who came out of comedy retirement for the night! 😂🎭.”

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

 

Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian now just £10! 150 150 mhamer

Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian now just £10!
The Jimmy Cricket Story is the famous comedian's official autobiographyJimmy Cricket’s autobiography, Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian, is now even better value than ever!

The book tells the heart-warming story of Jimmy’s 50 golden years in showbusiness – in his own words.

It has a high rating on retail platform Amazon, where it is currently available for £10.

One reviewer wrote: “Brings back memories of days gone by. A true comedian & gentleman. Highly recommend.”

Another purchaser reflected: “Jimmy’s story is wonderful.

“It is personal without being egotistical, detailed without being dull, funny in all the right places!”

And one person described it as the “the ultimate feel-good book”.

Additonally, it is available in ebook format on Amazon priced £9.99 (unless you have subscribed to Kindle Unlimited, in which case it is free – Amazon Kindle allows users to read ebooks purchased on Amazon.)

Mary’s Meals

Jimmy will sign copies of the book at his live shows, where they are also available for the discounted price of £10.

And there is also the opportunity for people to purchase a signed copy of Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian on Jimmy’s website.
Go to the Shop section of the site and follow the instructions towards the bottom of the page.
The cost is £10, plus £3.99 for postage and packaging.

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 where hunger and poverty prevent children from gaining an education.

Also read: Jimmy talks about his book here

Mary’s Meals: 20 years serving global communities

From bingo caller to 50 Golden Years in showbiz!

 

Special anniversary marks return to Blackpool hotel 150 150 mhamer

Special anniversary marks return to Blackpool hotel

Jimmy Cricket celebrates a special milestone at the Lyndene Hotel when he returns there next week.

Jimmy Cricket celebrates a special milestone when he performs at the Lyndene Hotel on Wednesday (5 March).

It will be the start of the comedian’s 10th season doing shows at the Blackpool seafront venue.

The Lyndene says it has a “long history of selecting Blackpool and beyond’s top acts for a year-round programme of music, comedy and variety”.

And it posted late last year: “We are delighted to announce that Jimmy will be returning to the Lyndene in 2025 to continue his residency with us here in Blackpool!

“2025 will mark 10 years of Jimmy appearing here at the Lyndene and we couldn’t be more excited to see what he has in store for you all!
“To join us for one of his shows, why not look at the dates below and then give us a call?”
  • Wednesday 5 March ☘️
  • Wednesday 4 June ☘️
  • Wednesday 3 September ☘️
  • Wednesday 3 December ☘️
📞 01253 346779
📧 reservations@lyndenehotel.co.uk

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

The Lyndene sits proudly at the heart of the famous Lancashire seaside resort.

Its nightly entertainment every day of the year is another 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.

Jimmy’s autobiography still on sale

Jimmy can be proudly seen below right showing off a copy of his official autobiography, which 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 £11.99 and can be bought at online retailer Amazon here. It is also available via eBook and audio.

Jimmy Cricket with his autobiography

Signed copies (£15.99 including postage and packing) can be purchased on this website here.

It is also available 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.

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

Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian: Hear chapter one now! 150 150 mhamer

Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian: Hear chapter one now!

Jimmy Cricket with his autobiography

You can listen to the opening chapter of Jimmy Cricket’s autobiography on his website now – for free!

The Northern Irish comedian published Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian in April 2023.

It tells the heart-warming story of Jimmy’s illustrious life and 50-year-plus career.

The paperback costs £11.99 and is for sale at online retailer Amazon here.

It is also available via eBook and audio.

To help give people a flavour of the book, the audio version of chapter one – read by Jimmy – is available on his website.

He said: “Why not have a listen folks! My audio autobiography is available on Amazon Kindle or audiobook!”

Click on the arrow below to listen (the reading of chapter one lasts for just over seven-and-a-half minutes).

Or go to the homepage of Jimmy’s website and see the link towards the top.

Signed copies of the paperback (£15.99 including postage and packing) can be purchased on this website here.

It is also available 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.

It began by feeding 200 children in Malawi.

Today, it feeds 2,279,941 hungry children every school day across 20 countries.

The charity is named in honour of Mary, the mother of Jesus, who brought up her own child in poverty.

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

Five-star ratings for Memoirs Of An Irish Comedian