What's On
 | Christmas has Arrived at Discovery CentreAs we come to the end of November, the staff at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre are looking forward to December and all the fun that is planned for visitors over the festive period. Read more |
 | 2020 HRCR -- 60th Anniversary2020 HRCR to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the RAC rally’s use of forest stages! Read more |
 | Escape Winter at Stratford Butterfly FarmThe Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm is the perfect tropical place to escape the cold and extremely wet weather this Christmas! With constant temperatures of over 25°C, the popular attraction is the ideal place to take family and friends during the festive holidays. Read more |
 | Ensemble La Notte at Weston ParkCritically acclaimed ‘Ensemble La Notte’ will be performing at Weston Park, the stately home on the Staffordshire/ Shropshire border this November. Read more |
 | Santa Pays a Visit to the PenguinsSanta has been spotted meeting the residents of West Midland Safari Park, ahead of their Christmas event, which starts this weekend. Read more |
 | Christmas Cheer at Weston ParkFestive cheer will be in the air across the estate at Weston Park, the stately home on the Staffordshire/ Shropshire border this December. Read more |
 | Enchanted Weston this ChristmasEnchanted Weston is returning for Christmas 2019, bringing magical lights, festive food and seasonal spirit to Shropshire. Read more |
 | Birmingham to light up BullringWorld Premiere of festive pop-up turns on in Birmingham • Installation to feature 88,000 fairy lights, more than 9km in length, enough to reach the top of Everest • More festive lights per square foot than any site in Britain • Tea parlour to serve the world’s first crystal clear Christmas puddings Read more |
 | Magical Christmas at Hatton Adventure World!Celebrate a magical Christmas at Hatton Adventure World when the popular ‘Enchanted Christmas Kingdom’ returns from 30 November – 24 December. Children can visit Father Christmas in his twinkling Grotto where they will receive a Golden Key to unlock his magical workshop and then choose a present of their choice. Read more |
 | Shropshire Hills December EventsWhat’s on at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre this December. Read more |
 | Aircraft Conservation work goes on Show.This month, the Michael Beetham Conservation Centre at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford will open its doors, allowing Museum visitors behind the scenes access to aircraft conservation projects and the chance to speak with the teams who carry out this vital work. Read more |
 | Christmas Markets at Hatton Shopping VillageHatton Shopping Village, the quintessentially English Victorian shopping village and home to a host of independent retailers, is hosting several festive events in the run up to Christmas. The popular Christmas Markets will take place on 16 & 17, 23 & 24 & 30 November and 1, 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22 December from 10am – 5pm. On the 16 & 17 November there will also be a festive fashion show. For those after a unique and special Christmas gift, there will be a diverse range of stalls from local suppliers selling a multitude of gifts. Visitors can also enjoy festive singing, mulled punch and mince pies! Read more |
 | CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE 2020 OPENSSALARIYA/STRATFORD LITERARY FESTIVAL CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE 2020 OPENS FOR ENTRIES. The Stratford-upon-Avon Literary Festival and the Salariya Book Company have opened their 2020 Children’s Picture Book Prize for submissions. Read more |
 | Weston Park Bonfire & FireworksWeston Park, the stately home on the Staffordshire/ Shropshire border will be lighting up the skies this November with their renowned annual bonfire and firework display. Read more |
 | Christmas at British Motor MuseumGet your Christmas season into gear at the British Motor Museum! Families are invited to get their Christmas season into gear with plenty of festive fun at the British Motor Museum! Read more |
 | RAF Museum - Remembrance ServiceThe Royal Air Force Museum Cosford will hold a Service of Remembrance on Sunday 10 November, paying respect to members of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice during their tours of duty. Read more |
 | Tech Week is Ready for Take-OffWing your way to the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford this October half term and take part in drone racing, robot football and virtual reality flights, all part of the Tech Week activities on offer during the school break. Read more |
 | RAF Stories - Big WeekendThe Royal Air Force Museum is teaming up with venues across the country for the ‘RAF Stories Big Weekend’, a national story collecting event capturing local stories relating to the Royal Air Force. Taking place on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 November, the RAF Museum aims to capture hundreds of stories with the help of participating venues and events at both its Cosford and London sites. Read more |
 | Discovery Centre Bonfire - Selling Out Fast.Following on from the success of the event for the last two years, the staff at the centre are staging their bonfire and firework display again this year on Saturday 26th October. With children’s rides and entertainment, there will be plenty to do before the firework spectacular! There will be glow sticks, a hog roast and full bar from Wood’s Brewery as well as a catering from the Centre’s award winning café team. Read more |
 | British Motor Museum - Corporate Open DayThe British Motor Museum is celebrating its return to the conference market with two Open Days. Following a four-year absence from the conference market and a £2million refurbishment of its MICE facilities, the Conference Team are inviting businesses that have a requirement for meetings, exhibitions, corporate dinners or outdoor events to come and look at what’s new. Corporate clients are invited on Friday 1 November, whilst Event Booking Agents are invited on Saturday 2 November. Read more |
 | Half Term Fun at Stratford Literary FestThe Stratford Literary Festival will host a packed programme of activities including storytelling and craft workshops for children of all ages from 1 – 3 November at Stratford Play House. Read more |
 | Spiders this Halloween at Butterfly FarmVisitors can discover an assortment of creepy crawly spiders at the Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm during half term from 26 October – 3 November. Read more |
 | Plane Marvellous Weekend Ahead!The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford will be opening the doors to thirteen aircraft during a two day Open Cockpits Weekend on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October. Aviation fans and families with budding young pilots can enjoy a closer look inside some of the unique and historic aircraft from the Museum’s collection, including one of the RAF’s iconic V-Bombers. Read more |
 | Whats on this Autumn in the Shropshire HillsShropshire Hills Discovery Centre - Events this October & November in our Gallery. Read more |
 | Pumpkin Spooktacular -Hatton Adventure WorldOctober half term is set to be a scream when “Pumpkin Spooktacular” returns to Hatton Adventure World from 26 - 31 October. The popular Warwickshire family attraction will once again be awash with ghosts, ghouls, cobwebs and pumpkins! Read more |
 | Safari Park Spooky SpectacularWest Midland Safari Park is getting ready to charm guests this Halloween season with its annual Spooky Spectacular event and this year, there’s magic in the air! Read more |
 | The Great British Model Railway ShowThe British Motor Museum is to host a brand-new family friendly show which is expected to attract hundreds of enthusiasts. The Great British Model Railway Show, which will take place on Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 November, is sponsored by Hornby who will have an exhibition stand as well as an exclusive Members Lounge for Hornby Collector Club members. Read more |
 | Book Launch - Procrastination to Power!On Sunday 13th October, from 1pm to 4pm, join Craven Arms author, Paul Marriott-Lodge at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre for a signing of his new book, Procrastination to Power! Local man, Paul, has lived in Craven Arms for most of his life and says he is “thrilled” to be launching his first ever book in the heart of the community at the Discovery Centre. Read more |
 | Stratford Literary Festival Line-up.The Stratford Literary Festival will be packing some of the most respected writers and veteran broadcasters into a weekend of events this November Read more |
 | Halloween Half Term at Weston ParkWeston Park, the stately home on the Staffordshire/ Shropshire border will be home to half term Halloween fun this October. Read more |
 | Hatton Sopping Village - Vintage WeekendHatton Shopping Village, the quintessentially English shopping village near Warwick, is to host a Vintage Themed weekend for the first time on 5 & 6 October from 10am – 5pm. Read more |
 | Model Aircraft Fans are in for a Treat at the British Motor Museum!The British Motor Museum hosts the 11th ‘Large Model Aircraft Show’ on Sunday 27 October. Visitors can see over 100 large static radio controlled model aircraft at the annual indoor show. Organised by the Large Model Association, this popular family event offers visitors the chance to see the models ‘up close’ without the restriction of flight line fencing. Read more |
 | Thump of the Tale at Weston ParkThump of the Tale in the Granary Art Gallery at Weston Park 28th September – 30th October 2019 Thump of the Tale is a snapshot of works which seek, not to illustrate the stories, but to use themes and elements and connect them to memories as prompts. The exhibition also features some of the artists’ earlier animal studies, published works and sketchbooks. Read more |
 | Discover Gather GiveStratford’s popular and free to enter Arts Fair Discover:Gather:Give returns to the historic Stratford-upon-Avon Town Hall over the weekend of 2 & 3 November. Alongside the 40 exceptional artists with an exciting and eclectic mix of paintings, illustrations, ceramics, jewellery, glasswork, decoupage, textiles, wood turning, digital art, sculpture, upcycling steampunk and book binding, visitors will also be able to vote to name a Shakespeare’s Puppy Guide Dog. Read more |
 | Museums at Night at BMMFor the first time the British Motor Museum is taking part in ‘Museums at Night’, a bi-annual national festival funded by Arts Council England. The Museum will be hosting an exclusive 1970s themed throwback evening on 31 October from 5:30pm – 9pm showcasing archive material from that era from both the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust’s collection as well as guest motoring archives including the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust. This special evening offers visitors a fantastic range of activities and displays along with supper, outside of normal opening hours and is also an ideal way to avoid trick or treaters on Halloween! Read more |
 | RAF Flight Simulation ShowAviation fans can experience the best that desktop flying has to offer when Flight Sim 2019 takes place at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford next month. Read more |
 | Stratford Butterfly Farm to Host Charity EventThe Stratford Butterfly Farm are hosting a charity coffee and cake morning on Monday 30 September at 10:00am in memory of a beloved employee who passed away from cancer last month. Read more |
 | The Stratford Literary FestivalThe Stratford Literary Festival will be packing some of the most respected writers and veteran broadcasters into a weekend of events this November. In a programme of events running from 1 to 3 November, the Festival will transport you from the world’s newsrooms to India of the Raj and even fair Verona, over three days of events for all ages. Read more |
