1893
Formation
Jackfield was formed as a fife and drum band.
1895
Brass band
The band converted to brass.
1901
George Aston
Appointed Bandmaster; the band began winning prizes under his guidance.
1906
Jackfield Prize Band
The name changed to Jackfield Prize Band.
1923
Jackfield Silver Band
A full set of silver-plated instruments was purchased.
1980s
A successful period
Under Musical Director Wayne Ruston, the band progressed from the Fourth Section to the First Section and represented the Midlands at the National Championships on four occasions.
2003
Championship Section
Jackfield was promoted to the Championship Section for the first time.
2015–16
Regional success
The supplied history records a period of Midlands Area First Section success and progression at the Spring Festival.
2018
A new chapter
In the band's 125th year, Simon Platford stepped down and David Maplestone took over.
2023
New Musical Director
Ryan Richards became Musical Director; Simon Platford also worked with the band.
2024
National Championship success
3rd place at the National First Section Championship — an important milestone in the band's history.
2025
A new chapter
Ryan Richards departed; Simon Platford subsequently stepped back because of work commitments. The band began a new chapter in finding its next Musical Director.
Dec 2025
Craig Stevens appointed Musical Director
Craig Stevens was appointed Musical Director and led the band at the Christmas Concert.
2026
First Section
Jackfield continues in the First Section, with Craig Stevens as MD. The band placed 5th at the 2026 Midlands Area gaining Promotion to the Championship Section in 2027.
ConsTest 4
A 5th At the 2026 ConsTest Contest under a brief return of Ryan Richards to conduct the Eric Ball Test Piece Spectrum..
