Memorial concert paying tribute to much loved figure on Peterborough music scene Clare Ratcliffe raises £2,000 for Cancer Research UK

The Met Lounge played host to a special concert to pay tribute to Clare Ratcliffe. Clare was well-known across the city and was a loyal supporter of the music scene in Peterborough; becoming close personal friends with most of its prominent acts.

These acts had no hesitation in agreeing to put on a concert in her memory following her sad passing in June; having bravely fought breast cancer since 2022.

Between 12pm and 7pm, ticket holders were treated to performances from Austin Gold, The Dizzy Miss Lizzys, Blagstreet, Club Brat and 2012.

The concert was taking place in support of Cancer Research UK and over £2,000 was raised.

Clare’s husband Mark, who organised the event, said: “It was an incredible day.

"We rocked, we laughed, we cried but most importantly we all came together to remember Clare and what a special person she is.

"I’d like to thank every single person that took the time to buy a ticket and attend such a special occasion.

"Every band that Clare loved put on an awesome performance and Steve Jason and his team at the Met have been incredibly supportive helping me make this happen,

“Clare would have absolutely loved it!”

Paying tribute to Clare, Mark added: “"It was something I need to do for Clare and I want something good to come out of a really horrible situation.

“Clare was a massive music fan, we used to go to every gig going; whether it would be international or supporting local grassroots music venues.

"We met in 2010 and were together for 16 years. She had this smile that lit up every room she walked into. That’s what she was known for.

"She loved photography and nature but music most of all.

"She was such a lovely person, she was mild-mannered and calm. She didn’t like fuss or attention so when I spoke at her funeral at the Cathedral, I started off by saying she’d have hated this but today is all about her!

"My job now is to keep her memory alive.”