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Thousands expected in Staffordshire for Midlands Grand National
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AS Staffordshire prepares to host The Marston's 61 Deep Midlands Grand National over the weekend, people are being reminded to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys. This Saturday (16 March) will see...
Exciting festival of drama starts next week in Tamworth
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AN exciting five-night run of theatre gets underway next week with the 2019 Tamworth Hastilow Drama Festival, featuring a series of one-act plays by the region’s best amateur dramatic groups. Adult and youth theatre companies...
Specsavers is pumped for charity bike ride at Ankerside
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THE team at the Ankerside branch of Specsavers are this week gearing up for charity cycle event in aid of Comic Relief. This Friday from 8am, staff from the popular optical retailer will be donning...
Countdown is on to this year’s medieval-themed St George’s Day fun
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TAMWORTH’S popular St George’s Day extravaganza is back for 2019 with an exciting new line-up of entertainment set to take over the Castle Grounds. There will be medieval-themed fun for the whole family on Saturday...
Exciting new season of events revealed for Tamworth
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LIVE musical shows, theatre performances, St George’s Day extravaganza, Tamworth in Bloom celebrations, outdoor cinema and We Love Tamworth festival – these are just some of the highlights lined up in Tamworth’s exciting new season...
Assems touring exhibition moves to new town centre location
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A TOURING digital exhibition showcasing the past, present and future of Tamworth Assembly Rooms has moved to its next location in the town. The exhibition features old photographs, memories, press cuttings, flyers and historic architect...
Exciting festival of drama starts later this month in Tamworth
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AN exciting five-night run of theatre gets underway next month with the 2019 Tamworth Hastilow Drama Festival, featuring a series of one-act plays by the region’s best amateur dramatic groups. Adult and youth theatre companies...
Local theme park gears up for a fun-filled 2019 – with tickets on sale now!
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TAMWORTH'S local theme park is gearing up for a fun-filled season, as it announces its 2019 tickets are on sale now. Day tickets, family passes and new and improved season tickets for Drayton Manor Park...
World Book Day at Ankerside’s Stay & Play
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IN celebration of World Book Day on Thursday 7 March, children visiting Ankerside’s Stay & Play this week are invited to come along to the activities dressed as their favourite, fictional character. From 9...
BBC Presenter Lined Up for Media Student Awards
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A TALENTED young radio presenter will be a guest speaker at the Midlands Media Student Awards, being held in Birmingham on Wednesday, 10 April. Alex Noble (pictured), a graduate from the University of Nottingham, showcases...
Hundred’s vote for this year’s Outdoor Cinema film choices – these are the chosen films…
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ALMOST 1,000 movie lovers have voted to decide the two films that are shown at this year’s popular Outdoor Cinema in Tamworth Castle Grounds. Votes were cast online and via social media after...
WIN TICKETS to see Charlie James Tennant in Concert
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ON Saturday 21 September, enter the mesmerising world of Charlie James Tennant, pianist and synth player, joined with a blissful string quartet and special guest Rory Cannon for a night of enchanting cinematic soundscapes. The...
Visit Tamworth for half-term holiday fun
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THERE’S plenty to keep families entertained in Tamworth during the February half-term, from dragon hunting and adventure golf, to farm visits and sports. If you’re looking for things to keep the children entertained next week...
Which films do you want to watch at 2019 Outdoor Cinema?
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MOVIE lovers are being invited to choose the films that are shown at this year’s popular Outdoor Cinema, in the picturesque Castle Grounds. More than 700 movie lovers took to social media and online last...
Tamworth up for three awards in Midlands-wide competition
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TAMWORTH has been shortlisted for three top awards in a Midlands-wide competition recognising the best of the best in arts and entertainment – and your votes are now needed to bring the titles home. Tamworth...
Enjoy more special events at Tamworth Castle
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HUNT for dragons, seek out their eggs and step back in time to learn about medieval life, in a variety of fun-packed family activities this season at Tamworth Castle. Half-term fun begins on February 16...
Families urged to Staycation in Staffordshire for half term
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FAMILIES in Staffordshire are being encouraged to get out and explore their local attractions during the February half term holiday. Whether it’s thrilling theme parks, pirate treasure hunts, visits to fun farms or captivating countryside walks...
Ankerside is whipping up a treat at Stay and Play
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ANKERSIDE Shopping Centre is prepping for its first Stay & Play activity of the year, which will have a culinary theme where youngsters can make a tasty teddy bear snack. From 9.30am to 11...
Overwhelming response to ‘call for friends’ leads to new business venture
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WHEN a Tamworth woman turned to social media to help find new friends, little did she know that within two months she’d be busier than ever and launching a brand new business venture. After struggling...
Put an end to the January blues with Twycross Zoo’s ticket sale!​
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LOOKING for a great value family day out? Twycross Zoo is inviting families to enjoy an amazing and affordable day out. The zoo is tempting guests with admission for just £11 per person this...
Save the dates – popular outdoor events return for 2019
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DRAGONS, jousting, cinema under the stars, family fun, live music and fireworks are all back as part of Tamworth Borough Council’s 2019 programme of outdoor events. The council’s Arts & Events team has...
Exciting new route revealed for Rotary Cathedral to Castle Run
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THE hugely popular Lichfield Cathedral to Tamworth Castle 10-mile charity run is back for the third year – and organisers have revealed an exciting change to the route. For the first time, the route will...
Tamworth shoppers raise hundreds for charity during Christmas
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VISITORS to Ankerside Shopping Centre have helped raise more than £400 for charity, as well as donating hundreds of presents to the ‘Operation Christmas’ gift appeal.A portion of the entry fee families paid to...
Christmas comes early for local arts group and helps secure 2019 event
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CHRISTMAS has come early for local arts group New urban era after being awarded a substantial grant from Arts Council England to develop the organisation and host the annual Tamworth urban arts and sports festival...
Housebuilder welcomes new neighbours with festive get-together
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A HOUSEBUILDER in Tamworth has been bringing locals together for the Christmas season by hosting a Meet the Neighbours event at its development in the town. New and existing residents joined together at Ashberry Homes’...
Thigh slapping puns and innuendos galore at Tamworth Panto
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TAMWORTH Pantomime Company bring a performance to the town every year, and this year it is the tale of Dick Whittington.  We went along to see how good it was - oh yes we...
Housebuilder spreads Christmas cheer in Tamworth
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A HOUSEBUILDER in Tamworth invited the local community to meet Santa and his real-life reindeer at its Christmas party. Redrow Homes Midlands, Amington Garden Village arranged an evening of festive family fun to give back...
Mercian singers bringing Christmas cheer
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IF you are looking for a festive treat, then join the Mercian Singers for an evening of popular Christmas songs this Saturday, December 15, at Wilnecote Parish Hall. The Mercian Singers concert will offer an...