This was The Beatles’ third performance at the Merseyside Civil Service Club, on Lower Castle Street, Liverpool.
The club was situated in a city centre basement. It was normally open only to members, but guests could be admitted with permission for a charge of three shillings.
The Beatles played at the Merseyside Civil Service Club on five occasions. The other dates were 7 February, and 7, 21 and 28 November 1961.
This was the second of four consecutive Tuesday night shows at the club by The Beatles.
Last updated: 7 September 2012
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- 1969: Recording: Stardust, Dream by Ringo Starr
- 1969: UK album release: Wedding Album by John & Yoko
- 1964: Television: Thank Your Lucky Stars
- 1963: Live: ABC Cinema, Exeter
- 1962: Live: Star-Club, Hamburg
- 1961: Live: Cavern Club, Liverpool (evening)
- 1960: Live: Kaiserkeller, Hamburg
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