Fri 13th Feb 2026 at 7:00pm ends 9:00pm
Newton Aycliffe Sports Club, Moore Lane, Newton Aycliffe, UK - Map
Gobful Promotions presents:
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MC: Aidan Ryans
Aidan opens the night. He’s the host with the most (or at least the most banter). He’ll warm you up, get the crowd going, toss a bit of local colour in—“where you from, mate?”, “who’s having a pint if diesel?”—that kind of thing. He knows how to keep things moving so you’re not sat waiting for ages. According to his IG bio: “Actually quite funny” — modest, but fair. Expect him to riff off the crowd, tease you gently, and set the scene for the headliners.
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Headliner James Kilvington
“The guy’s a knockout”
- Simon Brodkin
“James Kilvington is very funny very likeable and in total control of his audience. An absolute blast.”
- Alex Lowe (Clinton Baptiste)
“James Kilvington is just a joy. His life observations are so spot on I feel im living his life too!”
- Terry Alderton
“Completely owns the stage with disarming charisma, proper good comic” -
- Jamie Hutchinson
James is a brilliant comic, top Mc, as well as a very funny bloke on and off the stage, he’s a safe pair of hands for any comedy show!
- Patrick Monohan
NEWS ARTICLES
High-energy, raucous act (Narc Magazine)
“James Kilvington is one of the funniest upcoming comics we have had at The Comedy Office.
(The Comedy Office Runcorn)
“We have had a lot of comedians but hands down James is the best we have had”
(Nor-Lait Sporting Events)
“Talented, Professional and Hilarious!
James is the up and coming star of comedy a must watch”
(Cardiff Vale Sports Arena)
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What to Expect
Arrive, find a seat (the club’s welcoming, you’ll feel right at home)
MC gets things rolling, maybe 15-20 mins of warm-up
Loads of great acts
Short interval (grab another drink)
James Kilvington finishes strong: stand-up with a story, laughs and maybe a moment of “yeah, we’ve been there”
The whole thing run by Gobful—professional, but still local, still friendly.
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Why It’s Worth It
Because it’s local. Big names, but not so far you feel removed. You’re with people who speak your language, who know Northern life. You’ll laugh at the familiar, you’ll think just a bit, and you’ll come away saying “that was a good night out
Age Restrictions:
Over 18s
Venue opens at:
5:00pm
Venue closes at:
11:00pm
Wheelchair accessible
Travel & Parking:
Free parking on site
Absolutely brilliant evening from start to finish. It was mine and my husband's first time and what a great laugh it was. The comedy, venue and atmosphere were well worth the price. Looking forward to the next, we will definitely be coming back. Thanks to everyone for a fantastic night, full of belly laughs and aching jaws from laughing.
Review left at 3:09pm on Sat 14th Feb 2026
Great night can't wait till next one on a Friday night
Review left at 9:12pm on Tue 17th Feb 2026