George Formby fans from across the British Isles are to retrace the entertainer's steps to mark the 90th anniversary of his Isle of Man TT film No Limit. Directed by Monty Banks, the film shot in 1935 ...

The Society is pleased to return to the Isle of Man to mark this milestone and welcomes all those who wish to take part’ ...

George Formby (1904-1961) was an English actor, singer-songwriter and comedian. He became globally famous for his films in the 1930s and 1940s and was best known for his uplifting songs in which ...

Born in Wigan as George Hoy Booth, Formby was the son of music hall comedian James Booth who performed with the stage name George Formby. Formby Jr. took up his father's act after his early death, and ...

The George Formby Society was created by fans of the well-known entertainer after he died in 1961. The society has more than 1,200 members worldwide and four conventions continue to be held in ...

And she said, ‘I can do George Formby’. “And there and then, the Queen picked up an imaginary ukulele and she sang to me, When I’m Cleaning Windows.” Lancastrian Formby gained fame for ...

Two ukuleles once belonging by comedy legend George Formby, and formerly owned by one of the entertainer's most devoted fans are set to go under the hammer The instruments belonged to the late ...

Highlights from the exhibition include a ukulele signed by George Formby, the original back bib worn by Manxman and film extra Jack Cannell, and a selection of 1930s TT racing artefacts.

George Formby died in 1961 Two of legendary entertainer George Formby's banjo ukuleles have sold for more than £20,000 at auction. The instruments, which were synonymous with Wigan-born Formby ...

Early in 1917 George Formby, Senior, appeared at the Empire Theatre in Preston and earned a rave review from the local theatre critic describing his performance thus: “George Formby, quaint as ...

A MAN’S incredible collection of George Formby ukuleles, including one used in the star’s first film in 1934, are to fall under the hammer at… ...

And she said, ‘I can do George Formby’. “And there and then, the Queen picked up an imaginary ukulele and she sang to me, When I’m Cleaning Windows.” Lancastrian Formby gained fame for ...