Midlands Glory Concert at IronbridgeWenlock Olympian Society and Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust are proud to support this spectacular concert taking place on Saturday 7th July 2012 celebrating the startling achievements in sport, industry and the arts across the Midlands.
Much Wenlock Museum to Re-OpenThe Museum has been refurbished with financial assistance from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Shropshire Council and is due to re-open to the public in February.
Much Ado About Nothing to Headline at Ludlow FestivalSet in the heart of one of the most beautiful towns in Britain, Ludlow Festival has been thrilling summer audiences for over fifty years.
New Budapest Cafe Orchestra at Cross HousesThe New Budapest Café Orchestra is performing at Cross Houses Old Chapel Centre on Sat 18th February 2012 at 7.30pm
Dick Whittington at BroseleyDirector of Broseley panto promises ‘a chorus of 15, a rap routine, dancing girls and an underwater special effects scene’ in forthcoming panto.
More from the Royal Opera House in LudlowOn Thursday 9 February, at 2pm, (take your seats for 1.45) Ludlow Assembly Rooms will be screening Puccini’s work
Ill Trittico.
Benthall Hall Opens EarlyThe National Trust property Benthall Hall will be open from Saturday 4th February through to the end of October; so for the first time visitors will be able to see the famous crocuses that grow in the spring and autumn in the gardens.
Half-term Fun at Blists Hill Victorian TownVisit Blists Hill Victorian Town during February half-term week and take part in two fantastic hands-on workshops.
Valentine’s Dining at Weston ParkWeston Park, the stately home on the Shropshire / Staffordshire border has a treat lined up for true romantics with an evening to remember on either Tuesday 14th or Saturday 18th February.
Ironbridge Gorge Museum wins Arts Council GrantThe Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust is celebrating the news that it has secured a share of a £20 million per annum Major Grants funding stream from Arts Council England, to cover the period 2012-15.
Free Walks at Ironbridge Gorge Walking FestivalLarger than ever before, the 2012 Ironbridge Gorge Walking Festival, which runs from Saturday 5th to Sunday 13th May, features around 30 free guided walks covering a range of interests and abilities
Borderlines Film Festival 2012The UK’s largest rural film festival, Borderlines Film Festival, celebrates ten years of refreshing the parts of the country others don’t reach with a double slice of movie heaven, a series of open-air and site specific screenings during May (4 - 20,) to complement its regular programme (24 February – 11 March).
Coalbrookdale 300 Project Receives Funding BoostThe Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust has received a £150,000 funding boost from the DCMS/Wolfson Museums and Galleries Fund towards the second phase of its exciting Coalbrookdale 300 Project.
Have your London 2012 Moment at the Ironbridge GorgeThis year the Ironbridge Gorge Museum will be hosting a magnificent digital art exhibition as part of the London 2012 Festival, and the World Heritage Site will be welcoming the Olympic Flame when the Torch Relay passes over the Iron Bridge in May.
Take a Look Back at OswestryA popular exhibition is back by demand at Qube gallery. Oswestry Heritage exhibition runs from Friday 27 January to Saturday 25 February and takes a look back at the history of Oswestry with photographs and local stories.
Chinese New Year at Coalport China MuseumGo along to the Coalport China Museum, near Ironbridge during half-term between Monday 13th and Friday 17th February to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Dragon, which began on 23rd January. The museum will be taking on an oriental flavour with a series of hands-on family activities.
Abseiling for Midlands Air AmbulanceFancy climbing down a sheer drop to raise funds? The perfect way to add a few nerves to your challenge!
Whalebone at Marton Village HallCritically acclaimed folk trio and local favourites Whalebone are bringing their brand new tour to Marton Village Hall on Friday 10th February.
Local heritage inspires Shrewsbury youngstersAttingham Park inspired five year-old Lauren Monk, from Shrewsbury, to beat over 170 other entries to the National Trust’s Picture Yourself in the Midlands photography competition.
Hive Joins in Darwin Festival CelebrationsThe Hive Music and Media Centre is joining forces with Shropshire Wildlife Trust and KinoKulture, to host a screening of award-winning film Beetle Queen Conquers Tokyo in February.
ShropshireLink Welcomes WalkersShropshire’s rural public transport service, ShropshireLink, is now taking group bookings.
First signs of Spring at Attingham ParkThe first signs of spring have been spotted at Attingham Park, the popular National Trust Property on the outskirts of Shrewsbury as the first snowdrops begin to emerge around the grounds.
Great value days out at the Ironbridge Gorge MuseumsPeople looking for a great value day out in 2012 need look no further than the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. 2012 promises to be an exciting year for the Museum and its visitors with a variety of free exhibitions and events and a great value Annual Passport Ticket to all ten of the museums.
Tying the Knot Inside or OutGetting married outdoors has been the dream of many brides over the years but only now is it possible in the Ironbridge Gorge.
Spring Wine Tastings at TannersCheer up a dull February and March with a wine tasting at Tanners Wines of Shrewsbury.
The Games and Me at EnginuityCelebrate the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games this February half-term at Enginuity, one of the 10 Ironbridge Gorge Museums, and challenge yourself at the exciting Games and Me event.
Conservation Study Days at Weston ParkWeston Park, renowned for its internationally celebrated art collections will be hosting a series of Conservation Study Days on Tuesday 14th, Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th February.
Shropshire Breweries Win 8 Awards in CAMRA West Mids Beer CompetitionAt the CAMRA West Midlands Beer Award ceremony, held on 27 December 2011, Salopian Brewery based in Shrewsbury and Hobsons Brewery from Cleobury Mortimer came away with eight awards for their beers.
Shropshire Hills Shuttle Bus Service To Include Much WenlockShropshire Hills AONB Partnership has confirms they are to operate a new Shuttle bus service between Much Wenlock, Acton Scott Historic Working Farm and Church Stretton.
New Sculpture For EllesmereA new addition to the sculptures in Ellesmere's Cremorne Gardens is due to be installed on Friday 6 January.
