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Worthing's Premier Folk-Rock Band

A unique blend of folk-rock, traditional, international, pop and cover music featuring the ultra-modern electric Viper violin. 16 years of high-energy performances across Sussex and beyond.

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Buckler's Reel band members

Meet The Band

Sue Buckler

Sue Buckler

Electric Violin & Vocals

Paul Vaughan

Paul Vaughan

Guitar & Vocals

Chris Phare

Chris Phare

Bass & Vocals

Jules Smith

Jules Smith

Drums, Percussion & Vocals

Buckler's Reel offers a unique blend of folk-rock, traditional, international, pop and cover music, all featuring the ultra-modern electric Viper violin. We are based in Sussex and focus on live events, whether it be in a pub, open-air, stage, or hall, celebrating and enhancing all kinds of special occasions.

We cater to a wide range of music styles and tastes - from traditional Irish to pop classics down the years. All our musicians are highly experienced and talented, mixing 4-part harmonies with instrumental excellence and our live performances are always a hit with our audiences.

đŸŽĩ Buckler's Reel - The Band

The full-on 4 piece rockin' sensation when you want your evening hi-energy, fast and loud.

đŸŽļ Buckler's Lite

When space is at a premium and a lighter sound is required, Sue and Paul will delight you with their own special quirky set and witty banter.

Upcoming Events

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Buckler's Reel @ The Selden Arms
Selden Arms
Sat 07 Feb
Traditional meets modern, folk meets rock
Event
Buckler's Lite @ The Avenue
Peacehaven
Sat 21 Feb
Folky February fun....
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Plough & Harrow
Litlington
Fri 27 Feb
If you know the band, you'll want to be there
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Club @ Danehill
Danehill & Chelwood Gate Social Club Ltd
Sat 07 Mar
A new venue for us
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Smuggler's Return
Worthing
Sat 14 Mar
Join us to celebrate St. Patrick's in Buckler's Reel style....
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Dog and Duck @ The Claremont
The Claremont Inn
Sun 15 Mar
With St Patrick's Day just around the corner, come join with us to discover some of your inner Irishness....
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Fynn
The Fynn
Tue 17 Mar
First time in this lively micro pub in Goring for a St. Patricks Day celebration!
Event
Buckler's Reel @ Savannah Cafe Bar
Savannah Cafe Bar
Thu 19 Mar
Why should the Irish have all the good music
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Boot
Seaford
Sat 21 Mar
It's the Irish month....
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Blue Anchor
Brighton and Hove
Sat 11 Apr
Springtime shenanigans with Worthing's top folk-rockers
Event
Private Function
Private
Sat 18 Apr
Event
Buckler's Lite @ The Avenue
Peacehaven
Sat 25 Apr
By popular demand....
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The King's Head
Billingshurst
Sat 23 May
Bringing back the craic...
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Plough & Harrow
The Plough & Harrow
Sun 24 May
Worthing's folk-rockers return
Event
Buckler's Reel @ High Weald Steam Weekend
Freshfield Mill Farm
Sat 13 Jun
Providing the saturday night entertainment for this festival of steam.
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Royal Oak
Newick
Sat 20 Jun
A summer visit to this cracking village pub.
Event
Buckler's Reel @ West's Wood Fair
West's Wood Fair
Sun 21 Jun
Celebrating wood craft and folk-rock...
Event
Buckler's Reel @ Felpham Sailing Club
Felpham Sailing Club
Fri 26 Jun
Contact the sailing club for more details.
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Bear
The Bear
Sat 27 Jun
Definitely not what you expect...
Event
Buckler's Lite @ The Avenue
Peacehaven
Sat 18 Jul
You just can't get enough...
Event
Buckler's Reel @ Mac's Farm
The Mac's Farm
Sat 08 Aug
Folk-rock and the Farm - perfect partnership
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Volunteer
The Volunteer
Fri 21 Aug
Look out Lewes, the Viper's in town
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Smuggler's Return
Worthing
Sat 22 Aug
Musical summer sunshine from yours truly
Event
Buckler's Reel @ Southwick Sports & Social Club
Southwick
Sat 29 Aug
Non members welcome for ÂŖ2 admission fee.
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Bear
The Bear
Fri 04 Sep
A folk-rockin Friday...
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Dolphin
Littlehampton
Sat 19 Sep
Autumn awesomeness with Worthing's top folk-rockers
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Boot
Seaford
Sat 24 Oct
Autumn viper vibes....
Event
Private Function
Private
Sat 07 Nov
Event
Buckler's Reel @ The Blue Anchor
Brighton and Hove
Sat 05 Dec
Our Christmas Show hits Portslade
Event
The Buckler's Reel Christmas Party @ The King's Head
Billingshurst
Sat 12 Dec
The Christmas Show returns
Event
The Buckler's Reel Christmas Party @ The Royal Oak
Newick
Fri 18 Dec
More festive fun at this friendly village pub.
Event
The Buckler's Reel Christmas Party @ The Smuggler's Return
Worthing
Sat 19 Dec
The Christmas Show is here...
Event
The Buckler's Reel Boxing Day Party @ The Dolphin
Littlehampton
Sat 26 Dec
It's what Boxing Day is for
Event
The Buckler's Reel Christmas Party at The Dog & Duck @ The Claremont
The Claremont Inn
Thu 31 Dec
New Year just around the corner...

Get In Touch

If you are looking for a live band full of fun, energy and providing great music, Bucklers Reel is the band for you.

purpleviolinsue@hotmail.com 07530 432628