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Comedy @ Lion & Swan, Congleton July 2026
2026-07-01 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | The Lion & Swan, Swan Bank, Congleton, CW12 1AH, United Kingdom
Comedy in Congleton in July 2026 with two, full length, works in progress shows from Geoff Norcott (Have I Got News For You, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, The Mash Report, The News Quiz etc) and Have A Word podcast’s Dan Nightingale (‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle ★★★★★ Three Weeks) at Radley & Co, beneath The Lion & Swan, Congleton. Please scroll down for comedians’ details.
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Acts subject to change. Proper sweary, swearing. Fully seated. 18+ We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. Sorry, but we can only refund or reallocate if the show is cancelled. Thanks!
What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.
Geoff Norcott – Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke Without Fire (Work In Progress) is the latest tour from comedian, author, pod caster and radio host Geoff Norcott and Geoff’s first under a Labour government, so he’s got plenty to get off his chest! Not least because there’s nothing quite so British as being promised a brave new dawn then realising it’s as crap as the last one.

Star of Have I Got News For You, Is University Really Worth It?, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan, The Mash Report, The News Quiz, Geoff Norcott’s Working Men’s Club and many more!

‘The laughs roll in like waves’ Evening Standard

Dan Nightingale – Stands Up (Work In Progress) Another brilliant hour of stand-up from the host of the massive Have A Word Podcast. Getting ready for his Autumn Tour, Dan combines story telling and observations with his usual high energy mayhem.‘Funny as hell’ Leicester Mercury ‘Enthusiastically charming albeit self-deprecating storyteller’ ★★★★★ Three Weeks

“It is his powers of observation that make him so entertaining. Outrageously funny! Keeping Up With NZ
“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle
Comedy in Congleton in July 2026 is booked by Comedy In A Van

Comedy in Congleton on Wednesday 1 July 2026 with Geoff Norcott and Dan Nightingale’s work in progress shows.C (C) Comedy In A Van

First Thursday Comedy @ The Met, Bury July 2026
2026-07-02 20:00 - 22:00 | The Met, Market St, Bury, BL9 0BW, United Kingdom
First Thursday comedy at Bury Met in July 2026 with two, full length, works in progress shows from Geoff Norcott (Have I Got News For You, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, The Mash Report, The News Quiz etc) and Have A Word podcast’s Dan Nightingale (‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle ★★★★★ Three Weeks) at The Met, Bury Please scroll down for comedians’ details.
Acts subject to change. Proper sweary, swearing. Fully seated. 18+ We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. Sorry, but we can only refund or reallocate if the show is cancelled. Thanks!
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What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.
Geoff Norcott – Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke Without Fire (Work In Progress) is the latest tour from comedian, author, pod caster and radio host Geoff Norcott and Geoff’s first under a Labour government, so he’s got plenty to get off his chest! Not least because there’s nothing quite so British as being promised a brave new dawn then realising it’s as crap as the last one.
Star of Have I Got News For You, Is University Really Worth It?, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan, The Mash Report, The News Quiz, Geoff Norcott’s Working Men’s Club and many more!

‘The laughs roll in like waves’ Evening Standard

Dan Nightingale – Stands Up (Work In Progress) Another brilliant hour of stand-up from the host of the massive Have A Word Podcast. Getting ready for his Autumn Tour, Dan combines story telling and observations with his usual high energy mayhem.‘Funny as hell’ Leicester Mercury ‘Enthusiastically charming albeit self-deprecating storyteller’ ★★★★★ Three Weeks

“It is his powers of observation that make him so entertaining. Outrageously funny! Keeping Up With NZ
“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle

Comedy at The Met Bury in July 2026 is booked by Comedy In A Van
Comedy at The Met, Bury on Thursday 2 July 2026 with two ‘work in progress’ shows from Geoff Norcott & Dan Nightingale (C) Comedy In A Van

Copmanthorpe Carnival Comedy Night
2026-07-02 20:00 - 22:30 | Copmanthorpe Sports & Recreation Centre, Barons Crescent, Copmanthorpe, YO23 3YR, United Kingdom
Copmanthorpe Carnival comedy night with Tom Wrigglesworth (“The ultimate crowd pleaser” Guardian ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★★ Scotsman), Live At The Apollo’s Liam Farrelly (‘Impressive stuff!‘ Beyond The Joke ★★★★★ Entertainment Now), Elaine Roberston (★★★★ Chortle ★★★★ The List) and MC Phil Chapman (‘An instant hit‘ Liverpool Echo) at Copmanthorpe Carnival‘s Comedy Night 2026! Scroll down for comedians details.
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Acts subject to change. Fully seated. 18+ Proper swearing. We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. Thanks!
Tom Wrigglesworth is best known for his live storytelling shows and Sony Award winning BBC Radio comedy programmes which take a comical and emotional look at family relationships. Alongside his comedy work, he’s used his engineering background to become a natural and engaging presenter for BBC Television and The Discovery Channel.
“The ultimate crowd pleaser” Guardian ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★★ Scotsman ★★★★ Times
★★★★ Telegraph ★★★★ Evening Standard ★★★★ Sunday Times ★★★★ Metro ★★★★ The Guardian
Former Scottish Comedian of the Year, Liam Farrelly started performing stand up while he was still at school! His meteoric rise through the comedy ranks has seen him attracting a lot of media and public attention including appearances on BBC’s Live At The Apollo in January 2023. An already powerful and original new comedic voice, he is clearly destined for big things so catch him working live and up close – while you still can!
‘Impressive stuff!‘ Beyond The Joke ★★★★★ Entertainment Now
Phil Chapman‘s playful brand of comedy both charms and engages. Phil blends anecdotes and observations with a healthy dose of banter. A happy-go-lucky style, occasionally bordering on the mischievous has won over delights audiences across the nation.A prolific gag smith, Phil’s material is both fresh and topical and he has written for both BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz and BBC Radio 4 Extra’s Newsjack. His smash hit single Slogans (in collaboration with DJ Hans Face Space), was released to great fanfare during the pandemic.
‘An instant hit‘ Liverpool Echo
Your show comes complete with Elaine Roberston. Comedy @ Copmanthorpe Carnival is booked by Comedy In A Van
Copmanthorpe Carnival Comedy Night 2026 with Tom Wrigglesworth,Liam Farrelly, Elaine Robertson, & Phil Chapman. Thursday 2 July 2026

Chorlton Comedy Club, Manchester July 2026
2026-07-03 20:30 - 23:00 | Chorlton Comedy Club, Anderton Suite, Hough End Centre, Mauldeth Rd W, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, M21 7SX, United Kingdom
Chorlton Comedy Club in July 2026 with two, full length, works in progres shows from Have A Word podcast’s Dan Nightingale (‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle ★★★★★ Three Weeks) and All Killa No Filla’s Rachel Fairburn (★★★★★ Broadway World ★★★★★ Opening Night ) at Hough End Centre, Chorlton, Manchester. Scroll down for details on the comedians. INVITE YOUR FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK
Please arrive in plenty of time. The bar temporarily closes at 8.30pm until the first interval. Doors open at 7.30pm Acts subject to change. 18+ Fully seated. We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. Sorry but we can only refund or reallocate in event of the show being cancelled . Thanks!

What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.
Dan Nightingale – Stands Up (Work In Progress) Another brilliant hour of stand-up from the host of the massive Have A Word Podcast. Getting ready for his Autumn Tour, Dan combines story telling and observations with his usual high energy mayhem.

‘Funny as hell’ Leicester Mercury ‘Enthusiastically charming albeit self-deprecating storyteller’ ★★★★★ Three Weeks
“It is his powers of observation that make him so entertaining. Outrageously funny! Keeping Up With NZ
“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle
Rachel Fairburn – Vexy Beasts (Work In Progress) Hot off the heels of her acclaimed 2024 character show Side Eye, Rachel (Live At The Apollo, All Killa No Filla) brings you a brand new bunch of characters to love and hate.

‘Very much the rock ‘n’ roll star of British comedy” Rolling Stone UK ‘A skilled impressionist…incredible’ The Guardian
“Fairburn is a razor-sharp observational comic who pulls no punches with her material…a meticulous hour of comedy…wickedly hilarious” ★★★★★ Broadway World ★★★★★ Opening Night ★★★★ Chortle ★★★★ The Skinny ★★★★ The List ★★★★ Ed Fringe Review
Chorlton Comedy Club, Manchester Friday 3 July 2026 with Dan Nightingale and Rachel Fairburn previewing their new shows (C) Comedy In A Van
Chorlton Comedy Club is booked, marketed and produced by Comedy In A Van

Off The Rails Comedy Club, Saddleworth 4 July 2026
2026-07-04 20:00 - 22:15 | Off The Rails Comedy Club, Saddleworth, Royal George, Manchester Road, Greenfield, OL3 7HX, United Kingdom
Comedy in Saddleworth in July 2026 with Have A Word podcast’s Dan Nightingale (“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle) and Glenn Wool (“Why aren’t you in a queue somewhere buying a ticket?” Scotsman “Absolutely hilarious” Independent) preview their brand new shows at Off The Rails Comedy Club Saddleworth in June 2026 Scroll down for comedians details.
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Acts subject to change. Fully seated. 18+ Proper sweary, swearing. We want everyone to have a great night so please pop your phone on silent and don’t chat whilst the show is in progress. Thanks! Sorry, but we can only reallocate or refund if the show is cancelled.

What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.

Dan Nightingale – Stands Up (Work In Progress) Another brilliant hour of stand-up from the host of the massive Have A Word Podcast. Getting ready for his Autumn Tour, Dan combines story telling and observations with his usual high energy mayhem.
‘Funny as hell’ Leicester Mercury ‘Enthusiastically charming albeit self-deprecating storyteller’ ★★★★★ Three Weeks
“It is his powers of observation that make him so entertaining. Outrageously funny! Keeping Up With NZ
“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle
Glenn Wool – Luv(SIC) (Work In Progress) is the latest offering from Vancouver’s Glenn Wool‘ Glenn reached these shores in the mid-Nineties and, much to the disdain of lesser comedians, it looks like he’s here to stay. When not at home in his adopted Essex, Wool consistently sells out shows at the world’s biggest comedy festivals and has appeared on numerous TV shows. Topical, engaging, opinionated but never preachy and, of course, downright hysterically funny, Glenn is a surefire hit in front of any audience.
“Why aren’t you in a queue somewhere buying a ticket?” Scotsman
“Effortlessly funny” Guardian “Absolutely hilarious” Independent

Off The Rails Comedy Club is programmed, promoted and produced by Comedy In A Van and held at The Royal George, Greenfield. Comedy Saddleworth July 2026
Comedy in Saddleworth on Saturday 4 July 2026 with Dan Nightingale and Glenn Wool previewing their brand new shows (C) Comedy In A Van

Didsbury Comedy Club, Manchester July 2026
2026-07-05 19:45 - 22:00 | Didsbury Comedy Club, St Catherine’s Community Centre, School Ln, Manchester, M20 6HS, United Kingdom
Didsbury Comedy Club in July 2026 with two, full length, works in progress shows from Have A Word podcast’s Dan Nightingale (‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle ★★★★★ Three Weeks) and Brennan Reece (The Stand Up Sketch Show, Live At The Comedy Store, Top Gear etc) at Didsbury Comedy Club, Manchester in July 2026 Scroll down for comedians’ details.
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The bar temporarily closes at 7.45pm so we can start on time. Please get here before 7.15pm (doors open at 7pm) so we can get you served and seated in plenty of time. Acts subject to change. Fully seated. 18+ Proper sweary swearing. We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. We can only refund or reallocate if the show is cancelled. Thanks!
What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.

Dan Nightingale – Stands Up (Work In Progress) Another brilliant hour of stand-up from the host of the massive Have A Word Podcast. Getting ready for his Autumn Tour, Dan combines story telling and observations with his usual high energy mayhem.
‘Funny as hell’ Leicester Mercury ‘Enthusiastically charming albeit self-deprecating storyteller’ ★★★★★ Three Weeks
“It is his powers of observation that make him so entertaining. Outrageously funny! Keeping Up With NZ
“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle
Brennan Reece – Live (Work In Progress) Brennan Reece is a working class wordsmith, a stand up, a storyteller and a self-confessed mummy’s boy. His boyish cheeks have recently cropped up on ‘Survival Of The Fittest’, ‘The Stand Up Sketch Show’ and ‘Live At The Comedy Store‘. His stint on ‘Top Gear‘ has now racked up six million views. A true Northern voice with family close to his heart. Your mum is going to love him! Not like that, you dirty little perv.
“Absolutely incredible” Phoebe Waller-Bridge ‘Beautiful, raucous and touching‘ The Independent

Didsbury Comedy Club July 2026 is booked, marketed and produced by Comedy In A Van and held at St Catherine’s Community Centre
Didsbury Comedy Club, Manchester Sunday 5 July 2026 with Dan Nightingale and Brennan Reece previewing their new shows (C) Comedy In A Van

Heatons Comedy Club, Stockport July 2026
2026-07-05 19:45 - 22:00 | Heatons Sports Club, Green Lane, Heaton Moor, Stockport, SK4 2NF, United Kingdom
Heatons Comedy Club, Stockport in July 2026 with Have A Word podcast’s Dan Nightingale (“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle) and Andrew Bird, (‘Brilliantly funny’ Russell Howard “Funny as hell” Rhod Gilbert).Both coming to the best Stockport comedy club in July 2026. Scroll down for comedians’ details.
Acts subject to change. Fully seated. 18+ Proper sweary swearing. We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. We can only refund or reallocate if the show is cancelled. Thanks!
INVITE YOUR FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK
What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.

Dan Nightingale – Stands Up (Work In Progress) Another brilliant hour of stand-up from the host of the massive Have A Word Podcast. Getting ready for his Autumn Tour, Dan combines story telling and observations with his usual high energy mayhem.
‘Funny as hell’ Leicester Mercury ‘Enthusiastically charming albeit self-deprecating storyteller’ ★★★★★ Three Weeks
“It is his powers of observation that make him so entertaining. Outrageously funny! Keeping Up With NZ
“Exciting and imaginative” Edinburgh Evening News ‘Genuinely hilarious’ Chortle
Andrew Bird – On Edge (Work In Progress) Andrew is always worried or stressed about something. From global events to finding free parking. From a wife hitting the perimenopause combined with two teenage kids, to hanging a wine-rack. How can he not be “on edge”?
Having previously supported Russell at Bristol's Ashton Gate Football stadium he’s also supported Rob Brydon, America’s Brian Regan and Michelle Wolfe on their only London shows and Michael McIntyre at Wembley and the O2.
He was only 1 of 7 comedians to perform in front of Banksy at Dismal Land and he’s written on the recent series of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. He was voted ‘Best Comedian’ by his peers in the 2023 UK Comedy Awards
‘A brilliantly funny comedian’ Russell Howard “Funny as hell” Rhod Gilbert
“Birdie supported me on my arena tour and made me laugh every night. Truly an excellent
comedian.” Michael McIntyre

The Heatons Comedy Club is booked, marketed and produced by Comedy In A Van and held at Heatons Sports Club Comedy Stockport July 2026
Comedy in Stockport Sunday 7 July 2026 Dan Nightingale and Andrew Bird preview their brand new shows. Heatons Comedy Club (C) Comedy In A Van

Elvington Comedy Evening, York July 2026
2026-07-11 20:00 - 22:30 | Elvington Village Hall, Main St, Elvington, York, YO41 4AA, United Kingdom
Elvington Comedy Evening in July 2026 with two, work in progress shows from Carl Hutchinson (‘Must See!” Prime Video ★★★★★ Three Weeks ★★★★★ One4Review) Tez Ilyas (Man Like Mobeen, Live at the Apollo, Fighting Talk etc) at the Elvington Comedy Evening! Please scroll down for comedians’ details.
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Acts subject to change. Fully seated. Advanced swearing. 18+ We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. Thanks! Sorry but we can only refund or reallocate if the show is cancelled.
What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.
Carl Hutchinson – Fine Whine (Work In Progress) Carl has a unique blend of storytelling and physical comedy, with a dash of down-to-earth banter. He’s known for his sharp characterisations, impeccable timing, and energetic delivery, which has earned him a reputation as a “powerhouse comedian” on the UK circuit
‘Fine Whine’ is a brand new show and is Hutchinson’s biggest and best tour yet! The show centres around Carl’s demands of being a modern-day dad & finding his place in society. He’s a must-see act for anyone who loves laughter and good storytelling. As seen on Prime Video, BBC One, Comedy Central and ITV2.
“Amazing…Brilliant…An Absolute Gem…Must See!” Prime Video ★★★★★ Three Weeks ★★★★★ One4Review

Tez Ilyas: Preview (Work In Progress) The grumpiest uncle in showbiz is back with a brand-new show. See Tez Ilyas work out fresh jokes, furious rants, and ridiculous stories, ahead of his massive Nationwide tour this Autumn.
Star of: Man Like Mobeen (BBC Three), Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), Fighting Talk (BBC Radio 5 Live) and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Secret Diary of a British Muslim Aged 13 3⁄4.
★★★★ The Times ★★★★ The Guardian

Elvington Comedy July 2026 is booked and teched by Comedy In A Van
Elvington Comedy Evening on Saturday 11 July 2026 with Tez Ilyas and Carl Hutchinson previewing their brand new shows!

Off The Rails Comedy Club, Saddleworth 26 July 2026
2026-07-26 20:00 - 22:15 | Off The Rails Comedy Club, Saddleworth, Royal George, Manchester Road, Greenfield, OL3 7HX, United Kingdom
Comedy in Saddleworth in July 2026 with TV’s Tez Ilyas (Man Like Mobeen, Live at the Apollo, Fighting Talk etc) and Phil Nichol (“Shows that actually exert g-force” ★★★★★ The Scotsman ‘Comedy majesty‘ ★★★★★ Fringe Guru) preview their brand new shows at Off The Rails Comedy Club Saddleworth in July 2026 Scroll down for comedians details.
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Acts subject to change. Fully seated. 18+ Proper sweary, swearing. We want everyone to have a great night so please pop your phone on silent and don’t chat whilst the show is in progress. Thanks! Sorry, but we can only reallocate or refund if the show is cancelled.
What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.
Tez Ilyas: Preview (Work In Progress) The grumpiest uncle in showbiz is back with a brand-new show. See Tez Ilyas work out fresh jokes, furious rants, and ridiculous stories, ahead of his massive Nationwide tour this Autumn.

Star of: Man Like Mobeen (BBC Three), Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), Fighting Talk (BBC Radio 5 Live) and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Secret Diary of a British Muslim Aged 13 3⁄4.
★★★★ The Times ★★★★ The Guardian
Phil Nichol: Aren’t We Lucky (Work In Progress) First brand new show in 7 years. Lou Reed. The Lottery. Ecstasy. Crisps. Prince Andrew. Sunshine. Punk. Terry Jones. Leukaemia. Butterflies. Chance. Dizzy Gillespie’s Cheeks. Wasps. Double helix. Dennis Hopper. Scrotums. Life.
Phil’s previous show ‘Your Wrong‘ toured internationally, performing 130+ shows in 13 countries, ending with a 10 day sold-out SoHo Theatre run. This is a new beginning… From Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, Phil Nichol.
“You won’t see many comedy shows that actually exert g-force. But if you’re a passion junkie like me, there is no better place to get your fix than from Phil Nichol…exhilarating, incredibly funny and clever” ★★★★★ The Scotsman
“A ‘simple’ hour with Phil Nichol is a veritable comedy goldmine…riotously funny…the audience demand more of the crazed comedy majesty that is Phil Nichol” ★★★★★ Fringe Guru
Off The Rails Comedy Club is programmed, promoted and produced by Comedy In A Van and held at The Royal George, Greenfield. Comedy Saddleworth July 2026

Comedy in Saddleworth on Saturday 26 July 2026 with Tez Ilyas and Phil Nichol previewing their brand new shows (C) Comedy In A Van

Glossop Comedy Club July 2026
2026-07-26 20:00 - 22:15 | The Crystal Ballroom, 22 Norfolk Street, High Peak, Glossop, SK13 8BS, United Kingdom
Glossop Comedy Club in July with two, work in progress shows from All Killa No Filla’s Rachel Fairburn (★★★★★ Broadway World ★★★★★ Opening Night) and Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner Phil Nichol (★★★★★ Scotsman ★★★★★ Fringe Guru ) at the Crystal Ballroom, Glossop. Scroll down for comedians’ details.
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Acts subject to change. Fully seated. 18+ Proper sweary, swearing. We want everyone to have a great night so please pop your phone on silent and don’t chat whilst the show is in progress. Thanks! Sorry, but we can only reallocate or refund if the show is cancelled.
What do we mean by ‘Work In Progress’? These shows aren’t the finished product. The comedians will be fine tuning them before they take them out on tour. You may see them occasionally referring to notes and there may well be the odd gag that doesn’t make the final edit. The advantage for our customers is you get two shows (roughly 50 to 60 minutes each) for less thatn it would cost you to see one. You also get to hear the brand new gags and routines long before anyone else.
Rachel Fairburn – Vexy Beasts (Work In Progress) Hot off the heels of her acclaimed 2024 character show Side Eye, Rachel (Live At The Apollo, All Killa No Filla) brings you a brand new bunch of characters to love and hate.

‘Very much the rock ‘n’ roll star of British comedy” Rolling Stone UK ‘A skilled impressionist…incredible’ The Guardian
“Fairburn is a razor-sharp observational comic who pulls no punches with her material…a meticulous hour of comedy…wickedly hilarious” ★★★★★ Broadway World ★★★★★ Opening Night ★★★★ Chortle ★★★★ The Skinny ★★★★ The List ★★★★ Ed Fringe Review
Phil Nichol: Aren’t We Lucky (Work In Progress) First brand new show in 7 years. Lou Reed. The Lottery. Ecstasy. Crisps. Prince Andrew. Sunshine. Punk. Terry Jones. Leukaemia. Butterflies. Chance. Dizzy Gillespie’s Cheeks. Wasps. Double helix. Dennis Hopper. Scrotums. Life.
Phil’s previous show ‘Your Wrong‘ toured internationally, performing 130+ shows in 13 countries, ending with a 10 day sold-out SoHo Theatre run. This is a new beginning… From Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, Phil Nichol.
“You won’t see many comedy shows that actually exert g-force. But if you’re a passion junkie like me, there is no better place to get your fix than from Phil Nichol…ehilarating, incredibly funny and clever” ★★★★★ The Scotsman
“A ‘simple’ hour with Phil Nichol is a veritable comedy goldmine…riotously funny…the audience demand more of the crazed comedy majesty that is Phil Nichol” ★★★★★ Fringe Guru

The comedians you see at Glossop Comedy Club are booked by Comedy In A Van Glossop Comedy Club July 2026
Glossop Comedy Club on Sunday 26 July 2026 with Rachel Fairburn & Phil Nichol’s work in progress shows (C) Comedy In A Van
