The Pogues Announce Farewell Christmas UK Tour

The Pogues have announced details of their annual Christmas tour.

The band, famed for their festive hit 'Fairytale Of New York', will play seven dates.

The Farewell Christmas Tour includes two nights at London's Brixton Academy on December 20 and 21.

Tickets go on sale on Friday (September 3) at 9am.

The Pogues' UK tour dates are:

• Glasgow, Academy – December 13
• Newcastle, Academy – 14
• Sheffield, Academy – 16
• Manchester, Apollo – 17
• Birmingham, Academy – 20
• London, Brixton Academy 20/21

(by Jason Gregory)

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