Thornton Hough Comedy Club returns with another sensational line-up on Friday, September 10 with food available on the night too.
Thornton Hough Village Club & Bar’s venture into comedy have proved a runaway success since they were launched in 2024 by DBN Events headed up by Dean Boodaghians-Nolan.
Headlining our September 10 night is the amazing and award-winning HAYLEY ELLIS.
Tour support for Sarah Millican, John Bishop, Jason Manford and Russel Kan, her TV credits include Russel Howard's Good News - Series 9 Writer (Additional Material); MTV’s “Why aye love Geordie Shore and Virgin TV - Comedy Set Lists.
Her comedy is sharp, clever and very funny, and her warmth, quick wit and ability to ad lib means she is one of the fastest rising women in comedy. Her wealth of material has also led her to contributing to Russell Howard’s Good News, Radio 4 Newsjack, Absolute radio and XFM’s breakfast show to name a few.
Her accolades include: nominated best mc - Chortle Awards 2025, winner best mc - Comics Comics Award 2025, nominated best show - Buxton Fringe 2025, winner best mc - NW comedy awards 2024, nominated best act - NW comedy awards 2024, nominated best show - NW comedy awards 2024,nominated best show - Buxton fringe 2023, winner best show - NW comedy awards 2023, winner best mc - NW comedy awards 2023, Leicester Mercury comedian of the year finalist.
“Brilliantly funny and a joy to watch" - Sarah Millican
​“Hayley is a proper comic, funny, relatable & one to watch" - Jason Manford
​"Sharp, clever, and very funny" - The Sunday Post
​​​​​The opening act is the magnificent MANDY MCCARTHY.
Mandy is a highly regarded stand-up comedian and compère known for her engaging, fearless stage presence and ability to captivate any audience, whether in intimate venues or larger events. Her comedic style blends sharp wit with relatable stories about family life and the humorous side of getting older. As a northern comic, she brings warmth and authenticity to her performances, excelling in audience interaction.
Mandy described as bringing “a natural commanding presence in any room" has been the go-to act for numerous comedy clubs and events across the UK, praised for her energy and command of the room. She has been nominated for "Best MC" at the Yorkshire Comedy Awards, Whether it's smaller comedy nights or major festivals, Mandy's experience and charm make her a standout performer​.
Also on the bill is the immense JACK WILSON
Jack is a sharp, hilarious and intelligent comedian, delivering beautifully crafted jokes with plenty of laughs. A regular on the professional circuit, he’s quickly making a name for himself.
“One to watch” - News and Star
The show will be hosted by quick-fire gag merchant BEN TURNER, a World One Liner Championship and Comedy Cellar Yorkshire New Act of the Year finalist.
"Razor wit. Funny enough to text your ex about.”' - Manchester Comedy Club
'Performs with the intensity of a dancing crab' - Noel James
‘The kind of comic you’ll be quoting on the way home’- The Guide

Doors 6.30pm. Comedy 8pm.Food will be available on the night. Our nights tend to sell out so early booking is recommended.