Win a PAIR of tickets for the Skids Absolute Weekend
Skids are currently touring the UK to mark the anniversary of the bands third album The Absolute Game which was released via Virgin Records back in 1980; the album was the last to feature Stuart Adamson, and resulted in three singles entering the UK Official Chart, with Circus Games peaking at #32 and the band making two Top Of The Pops appearances.
As part of the celebrations the band have curated their own boutique event; The Absolute Weekend.
The Absolute Weekend takes place Friday 13th – Sunday 15th March and sees the band take control of the magnificent Portmeirion Village in North Wales, which many of you will know as the setting for the late 60’s TV series The Prisoner starring Patrick McGoohan a nameless British intelligence agent.
Over the course of the weekend Skids will perform a full set, in addition they will perform a one off set of the Strength Through Joy album that was a bonus disc with the first pressing of the Absolute Game. The Armory Show will also perform a full set, there will be a showing of Richard Jobson’s 2003 film 16 Years of Alcohol. Comedian Stewart Lee will be present and will interview Richard, as well as performing a short set of his own material. All attendees will also be presented with a commemorative T-Shirt, which will not be re-printed. In addition attendees will be able to access the Village during all opening hours.
Advance tickets are on sale now at the Skids Shop.
However, Louder Than War has secured a PAIR of tickets (Value £250) to offer as a prize, so if you are feeling lucky – just answer this question, then send your answer to shop(at)louderthanwar(dot)com
You will need to use a real email address (that’s how we notify the winners), and you will need to supply your T-shirt size requirements. Entries should be marked Skids in the Subject line or they will automatically be directed to the bin.
Q. Whist Patrick McGoohan was unnamed in the TV show he was known by a number; was it?
A. 36
B. 6
C. 16
Terms & Conditions:
Closing date is noon on Sunday 15th February 2026.
The prize is for two tickets (As per venue age restrictions).
The prize does not include travel or hotel, food, refreshments etc.
Please make 100% sure you can attend before entering.
There is no cash alternative to the prizes offered.
Editor’s decision is final.
Multiple entries will be disqualified.
Competition is open to all Louder Than War readers.
For Accessibility / Venue Info head to the Portmeirion Village website
Win a PAIR of tickets for the Skids Absolute Weekend
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