Jazz by the Sea on the English Riviera

DEVON: Livermead Cliff Hotel - Torquay calendar_today 18 Sep 2026 place Torquay, Devon £320 per person 3 Night Break - Half Board | Contact Maria 01884 35563 or 07917 353374

A Legacy of Rhythm:
Jazz By The Sea on the English Riviera

Join us for a heartfelt and high-swinging celebration at the Livermead Cliff Hotel in Torquay from Friday 18th to Monday 21st September 2026.

This year, we mark a special milestone: the Jazz Falcons 1st Anniversary Weekend. While we gather in the shadow of Jeremy Huggett’s passing, his spirit remains the heartbeat of this festival. Hosted by Maria Huggett, this weekend is a tribute to Jeremy’s enduring passion for jazz and the community he built over many wonderful years.

For £320 per person (3-Night Half Board Break), come together with friends old and new to keep the music playing on the beautiful Torbay coast.

The 2026 Lineup: A Musical Tribute

Kevin Grenfell’s Jazz Falcons: Taking center stage for their first anniversary, the Falcons - led by the incomparable Kevin Grenfell -carry the torch for world-class musicianship. Expect an uplifting, high-energy performance that honors the traditional and mainstream jazz roots Jeremy championed.

The Jake Leg Jug Band: Bringing the "good-time" spirit of the 1920s and 30s, this band blends blues, ragtime, and gospel into a vintage cocktail of sound. Their infectious energy is the perfect way to celebrate the joy that jazz brings to us all.

The Liam Ward Band:  A powerhouse of modern rhythm and blues, led by award-winning harmonica virtuoso Liam Ward. Their soulful, melodic sets offer a dynamic contemporary edge to our weekend of music.

The Drat Pack:  Capturing the suave sophistication of the Rat Pack era, this ensemble brings the glamour of Las Vegas to the English Riviera. Enjoy the timeless hits that have soundtracked our lives, delivered with impeccable style.

Jeremy’s Saturday Afternoon Request Show: In a moving tribute to the tradition Jeremy started, we invite you to participate in his signature request show. It is a time to share the songs he loved and the melodies that mean the most to you, ensuring his musical voice continues to resonate.

✨ Special Weekend Highlights

  • The Legacy Request Show: A Saturday afternoon dedicated to the music Jeremy loved and the requests of our guests.

  • The Grand Sunday Night Prize Brolly Parade: We keep the tradition alive! Bring your best-decorated umbrella and join the Grand Marshal for a colorful, joyous parade to celebrate the vibrancy of the jazz community.

  • 🏨 Seaside Comfort at the Livermead Cliff Hotel

    Relax at our stunning waterfront venue, where the sound of the waves meets the sound of the sax. Your stay includes comfortable accommodation and half-board dining, all set against the backdrop of the English Riviera.

    📅 Join Us in Torquay

    We invite you to be part of this delicate and wonderful continuation of Jeremy’s work.

     

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