– Family visits increase by more than 50% over the past decade – – 18 sites enjoy record-breaking year, including Tintagel Castle and Lindisfarne Priory, as well as lesser-known gems such as Wroxeter and Stokesay Castle – English Heritage welcomed more families to its historic sites last year than ever before, the charity announced today (7 […]
ViewA breath of Spring is in the air. The Angel Gallery Broseley will re-open Wednesday, the 27th March ready for a new season. Lined up are the flamboyant works of Penelope Timmis, The intricate Embroidery of Debbie Wainright and the strange sculptures of Viv Russell. All depicting in art, the Diversity of Nature. The Angel […]
ViewThe Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust is pleased to announce that the Museum of the Gorge in Ironbridge is now open following essential conservation work. Visitors to the museum, a former warehouse used to transport goods by river during the Industrial Revolution, are able to see the building’s architecture, enjoy new displays and learn more about […]
ViewLudlow Brewery’s ever-popular annual beer festival, Valentine’s Ale Massacre, returns for 2024, featuring 20 plus ales and ciders. The beer festival, which is running for its 12th year, is being held over three days from Friday 9th February to Sunday 11th February. The event is extremely popular with local beer aficionados and visitors. Craft beers […]
ViewDate of the Event: 5th & 6th July 2024 Location: Alderford Lake, Tilstock Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 3JQ Contact Number: 01948665914 Contact Email for PR: [email protected] Timings: Friday- 5-11pm. Saturday 12-11pm Website: www.alderfest.com Join us for a weekend of summer fun, with the perfect event to start your summer in the right way! After an […]
View· The 21st DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival celebrates Charles Darwin’s legacy in his birthplace, Shrewsbury, with a month-long programme throughout February · About forty events are scheduled, including guided tours, music, lectures, art exhibitions, and interactive activities · Music and talks: Extensive programme of music and talks highlighting Darwin’s life story, home and garden, impact on […]
ViewThe Gruffalo celebrates its 25th birthday this year! To celebrate Forestry England have launched a brand new family activity trail at Haughmond Hill. Its been 25 years since the award-winning picture book was published, and so we invite you to join us in the deep dark woods for an adventure you won’t forget. Join in […]
ViewThis February half term, from Saturday 10 to Sunday 18 February, the museums at Ironbridge Valley of Invention will be transporting visitors to outer space with cosmos-themed events and activities for the whole family. The story of the Industrial Revolution and the Ironbridge Gorge begins in space, where iron comes from. From handling meteorites to […]
ViewRead the full article here in Runner’s World The Oswestry 10k brings together an active community of people taking part in sporting events for reasons ranging from fitness, competition, charity, health, fun or to simply finish. The participants vary from nervous first-timers of all ages through to competitive runners. The Oswestry 10k will take place […]
ViewLove Oswestry – Oswestry’s Winter Arts and Culture Festival – 10th to 18th February 2024 A winter celebration of Oswestry arts, culture and heritage Some key events not to miss: Lantern Making Workshops – Every saturday from 20th January – 17th January Designs in Mind host lantern making workshops at their shop in Cross Street […]
ViewCelebrated light and sound artist Andy McKeown will be illuminating the historic Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings buildings on Friday 9th February. The evening will also be spent recording voices for Andy’s forthcoming work ‘Flaxmill Voices’. The project commemorates the thousands of workers who toiled here when it was a Flax Mill, at its height in the […]
ViewEvery year, 16 million ewes give birth in the UK and at Park Hall Countryside Experience you have the chance to witness a lamb being born at their Lambing Live event. Park Hall will host the lambing event during the February half term, from February 10th – 18th. “At Lambing Live you can come and […]
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Embark on a journey through Ludlow`s enchanting streets on a sunny Saturday market day! 🌞✨
Witness the lively atmosphere as local traders bring colors and flavors to the scene. Explore quaint independent shops, bask in the aromatic charm of cafes, and savor culinary delights at local restaurants.
Ludlow`s picturesque streets are a canvas of culture waiting to be explored! 🛍️🍽️
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🌸✨ Mark your calendars for a bloomin` good time at Frankly Alpacas – it`s Springtime Fun on the Farm! 🦙💐
Join Frankly Alpacas Monday 12th - Sunday 18th and Monday 25th of March - Sunday 7th of April for an unforgettable experience with alpacas, lambs, and adorable Dexter cows. Get up close and personal with these furry friends through farm tours and hands-on encounters. It`s a day filled with smiles, laughter, and the joy of Spring in the air. Don`t miss out on this farmtastic adventure!
Check all the details and secure your spot! @frankly_alpacas
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"🏰✨ Dive into the heart of Shrewsbury`s Castle Quarter – the epicenter of history and grandeur! 🏰 Home to four of the town`s largest historic treasures – Shrewsbury Castle, Library, Prison, and Train Station.
Did you know Shrewsbury Castle`s foundations were laid in 1083 by the 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, Roger de Montgomery?
Montgomery, a cousin of William the Conqueror, earned this castle and more as a thank-you for his aid during the Norman conquest.
From royal stronghold to a 16th-century transformation, Shrewsbury Castle has quite the story. Now, it stands majestically, housing the Shropshire Regimental Museum. 👑🏰 Ready to step into the pages of history?
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Embark on an extraordinary half-term adventure at the enchanting Hawkstone Park Follies! 🌲✨
This hidden gem invites you to explore a sprawling landscape filled with magical surprises. Hawskstone Park Follies are offering 50% off general admission from February 9th to 18th, making it the perfect opportunity to uncover the mysteries that await.
Set in 100 acres of Parkland The Follies is a range of dramatic and rugged natural sandstone hills that were developed to include gullies, caves, towers and bridges, becoming one of the most visited landscapes in Britain during the 19th Century. However, throughout the 20th Century this romantic landscape became forgotten, overgrown and ruinous, unvisited by all but the locals.
Now recognised as a Masterpiece of the School of Naturalistic Landscape and designated as a Grade I listed landscape by English Heritage, this magical and exhilarating landscape had a new lease of life with a multi-million pound restoration project enabling it to reopen to visitors in 1993. Overgrown but never fully forgotten, pathways were cleared, gullies reopened and handrails reinstalled to allow visitors to enjoy the spectacular views and surprises that The Follies reveals around every corner.
Friends of the Follies can also enjoy special annual pass upgrade offers available at the gate, ensuring that the magic doesn`t end after one visit!
Ready for an immersive experience where you can adventure, explore, and discover?
Secure your spot now at @hawkstoneparkfollies
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🌲✨ Join The Gruffalo on a birthday adventure at Haughmond Hill! 🎉🎈
Celebrating 25 years of magical tales, Forestry England presents a brand new family trail for an unforgettable experience in the deep dark woods.
Follow the path from the visitor car park, embark on a quest to find party items, and help choose the perfect present for the Gruffalo. 🐭🎁
Enjoy fun, games, and discover the wonders of forest life along the way. Don`t forget your activity pack for just £4 at Haughmond Hill Café—it`s packed with party-ready surprises! 🎂🌳
Warm up, bundle up, and make this winter a Gruffalo birthday celebration to remember! ❄️
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