Bomber County Pipes & Drums lined up with their crested bass drum at a showground

The people
behind the thunder.

Musicians of all ages and backgrounds, united by traditional music, community and our local aviation heritage.

Our leadership

Guiding tradition.
Inspiring the future.

Our leadership team keeps Bomber County Pipes & Drums moving forward, honouring our heritage while creating opportunities for new generations to learn, perform and be part of something special.

  • Paul Pearson, co-founder and chairperson, in pipe band uniform holding a drum major’s mace

    Paul Pearson

    Co-founder & Chairperson

    Paul co-founded Bomber County Pipes & Drums and continues to lead with a deep passion for piping, our community and the aviation heritage that inspires us.

  • Gary Sansby in drum major uniform with red sash and mace

    Gary Sansby

    Co-founder & Secretary

    Gary co-founded the band and plays a vital role in keeping us organised, inclusive and focused on our mission to share our music across Lincolnshire and beyond.

Our musicians

Pipes. Drums. One band.

Two sections. One sound. A shared purpose.

From the powerful beat of the drums to the stirring sound of the pipes, our musicians work together to create something greater — unforgettable performances that honour our heritage and bring our community together.

BCPD Drummers

Rhythm Discipline Togetherness

Our drummers provide the heartbeat of the band, from snare and tenor drums to the commanding bass drum. Through precision, energy and teamwork, they drive our performances and lift every occasion.

Young drummers at the front of the band with sunlight behind
Two young cadet drummers in light-blue band shirts playing snare drums
Young drummers and pipers playing together on a showground
Young drummers and pipers performing for residents in a care-home lounge

BCPD Pipers

Heritage Skill Belonging

Our pipers carry the timeless sound of the Highlands, from experienced players to those just starting their journey. United in tradition, they create the bold and uplifting sound that defines Bomber County.

Pipers playing alongside air cadets at a town event
Close-up of a piper’s hands playing the bagpipe chanter
Pipers at a war memorial cross in front of a cathedral

Member profiles

Meet the members.

The faces behind the pipes and drums — their instruments, favourite tunes and the performances they’ll never forget.

Leading the band 4 members

  • Cameron Brownlie, Pipe Major

    Pipe Major

    Cameron Brownlie

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Coffee
    Favourite tunes
    Scotland The Brave, Green Hills of Tyrol & Rowan Tree
    Most memorable performance
    International Bomber Command Day
    Sponsor Cameron
  • Gary Sansby, Drum Major

    Drum Major

    Gary Sansby

    Instrument
    Drum Major’s Mace
    Post-parade refreshment
    0% Cider
    Favourite tunes
    Rose of Kelvingrove, Sands of Kuwait & Highland Cathedral
    Most memorable performance
    Stamford Armed Forces Day
    Sponsor Gary
  • Georgia Sansby, Drum Sergeant

    Drum Sergeant

    Georgia Sansby

    Instrument
    Side Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Caramel Frappe
    Favourite tunes
    Highland Cathedral, Heights of Dargai & Country Roads
    Most memorable performance
    International Bomber Command Day
    Sponsor Georgia
  • Bomber, Mascot

    Mascot

    Bomber

    Instrument
    Hooves
    Post-parade refreshment
    Water & Hay
    Favourite tunes
    Hay Jude
    Most memorable performance
    Anywhere people give me a polo

BCPD Drummers 10 members

  • Mike Carr, Drummer

    Drummer

    Mike Carr

    Instrument
    Side Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Good Whiskey
    Favourite tunes
    Killicrankie & Flowers of the Forest
    Most memorable performance
    International Bomber Command Day
    Sponsor Mike
  • Photo coming soon

    Drummer

    Paul Pearson

    Instrument
    Side Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Coffee
    Favourite tunes
    Cockney Jocks, Black Bear & Highland Laddie
    Most memorable performance
    Stamford Armed Forces Day
    Sponsor Paul
  • Adam Donovan, Bass Drummer

    Bass Drummer

    Adam Donovan

    Instrument
    Bass Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Coffee
    Favourite tunes
    Black Bear, Highland Cathedral & Scotland the Brave
    Sponsor Adam
  • Florence Sansby, Drummer

    Drummer

    Florence Sansby

    Instrument
    Tenor Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Orange Fanta
    Favourite tunes
    Highland Cathedral, Black Bear & Country Roads
    Most memorable performance
    Hunstanton Band Stand
    Sponsor Florence
  • Photo coming soon

    Drummer

    Chelsea Pearson

    Instrument
    Tenor Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Milkshake
    Favourite tunes
    Rowan Tree & Scotland The Brave
    Most memorable performance
    Hunstanton Band Stand
    Sponsor Chelsea
  • Photo coming soon

    Bass Drummer

    Callum Pearson

    Instrument
    Bass Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Coca-Cola
    Sponsor Callum
  • Photo coming soon

    Learner Drummer

    Matt Bielik

    Instrument
    Side Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Iced Coffee
    Sponsor Matt
  • Photo coming soon

    Learner Drummer

    Shane Baird

    Instrument
    Side Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Ice Cold Beer
    Sponsor Shane
  • Photo coming soon

    Learner Drummer

    Kate Flanagan

    Instrument
    Tenor Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Irn-Bru
    Sponsor Kate
  • Photo coming soon

    Learner Drummer

    Pauline Baird

    Instrument
    Tenor Drum
    Post-parade refreshment
    Diet Coke
    Sponsor Pauline

BCPD Pipers 8 members

  • Dot Markland, Piper

    Piper

    Dot Markland

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Caramel Latte
    Favourite tunes
    Amazing Grace, Black Bear & Scottish Soldier
    Most memorable performance
    International Bomber Command Day
    Sponsor Dot
  • Roger Scholes, Piper

    Piper

    Roger Scholes

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Cold Pint of Ale
    Favourite tunes
    The Gael
    Most memorable performance
    International Bomber Command Day
    Sponsor Roger
  • Phil Belcher, Piper

    Piper

    Phil Belcher

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Ice Cold Beer
    Favourite tunes
    Castle Dangerous, My Land & I See Mull
    Most memorable performance
    Stamford Armed Forces Day
    Sponsor Phil
  • Carolyn Belcher, Piper

    Piper

    Carolyn Belcher

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Ice Cold Beer
    Favourite tunes
    51st Highland Division, Crags of Tumbledown & Hills of Argyle
    Most memorable performance
    March Armed Forces Fair
    Sponsor Carolyn
  • Sarah Cobo, Piper

    Piper

    Sarah Cobo

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Ice Cold Beer
    Favourite tunes
    51st Highland Division, Crags of Tumbledown & Hills of Argyle
    Most memorable performance
    March Armed Forces Fair
    Sponsor Sarah
  • Photo coming soon

    Piper

    Jim Torrance

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Builders Brew
    Favourite tunes
    Amazing Grace, Black Bear & Scottish Soldier
    Sponsor Jim
  • Photo coming soon

    Learner Piper

    Eve Millar-Davison

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Ice Cold Beer
    Favourite tunes
    Amazing Grace & Highland Cathedral
    Sponsor Eve
  • Photo coming soon

    Learner Piper

    Jon Davison

    Instrument
    Bagpipes
    Post-parade refreshment
    Ice Cold Beer
    Favourite tunes
    Amazing Grace & Highland Cathedral
    Sponsor Jon
Two young cadet drummers in light-blue band shirts playing snare drums

All ages. All abilities. One band.

Whether you’re a complete beginner, a returning musician or an experienced player, there’s a place for you at Bomber County Pipes & Drums. We welcome members of all ages and abilities, united by a love of music, history and community.

Join the band
  • Learn
  • Make friends
  • Perform
  • Be part of
    something bigger

A band for our community

More than performances.

We perform at community events, remembrance services, ceremonies and celebrations across Lincolnshire and beyond — bringing people together through music, heritage and shared pride.

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