British title for Cheshire band

A 124-year-old brass band known for being one of the best in the world has won its 14th British title.

Foden's Band came out on top at the 172nd British Open Brass Band Championship, held at the Symphony Hall in Birmingham on Saturday.

It was the latest accolade won by the group, from Sandbach, Cheshire, which has often been at the top of the world rankings since it formed in 1902.

"We're over the moon; the band played fantastic," said Mark Wilkinson, the manager and principal cornet player.

The win added another trophy to Foden's collection, which includes 16 National Championships of Great Britain titles and seven Brass in Concert victories.