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Big news as Shire Horse Show returns to Staffordshire Showground with exciting new programme

The world’s largest gathering of Shire horses is returning to Staffordshire Showground in March 2024 for the first time in five years with a bigger and brighter programme. The National Shire Horse Show will feature even more opportunities to see the gentle giants being put through their paces in all their finery after 12 new …

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‘ERIC’ TO CELEBRATE 25th ANNIVERSARY AT NEW VIC IN 2024 WITH FAVOURITE SHOWS AS VOTED FOR BY AUDIENCES

Next year, New Vic institution ‘Eric’ and his gang will celebrate 25 years of entertaining audiences with their unique blend of comedy and live music at the Basford-based theatre. To mark the anniversary milestone, David Graham Productions will stage two of their most popular productions – as voted for by audiences – alongside a series …

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Tamworth Community Unites at Local Pub for Remembrance Day

Popular neighbourhood hub, The Phoenix in Tamworth, recently hosted an incredible event for local veterans, to mark Remembrance Day and to raise money for The Royal British Legion.    The team at The Phoenix made sure the pub had plenty of Remembrance Day themed decorations on display, including intricately painted artwork, painted directly onto the windows, featuring ‘Lest We Forget’ art, and Remembrance Day flags to show their …

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YOUNGEST THEATREGOERS INVITED TO JOURNEY UP THE CHRISTMAS TREE IN TALE TRAIL TO THE NUTCRACKER

The New Vic’s festive theatrical playground for young audience members and their families, Tale Trail, returns this Christmas themed around the classic story of The Nutcracker. This year’s interactive adventure Tale Trail to The Nutcracker invites three to five-year-olds to experience the magic of storytelling from Wednesday 13 to Saturday 30 December. Using the power …

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Embark on a Primate Winter Wonderland: Trentham Monkey Forest Launches ‘Winter Walks With Monkeys’ Experience

Trentham Monkey Forest is excited to introduce a brand-new and exclusive winter adventure that will leave you in awe of the UK’s captivating hidden gem. The ‘Winter Walks With Monkeys’ experience offers visitors a rare opportunity to venture into the heart of our closed Monkey Forest during the winter season, providing an up-close and personal …

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Smithfield Works Shortlisted for ‘Regeneration Project of the Year’ at Insider West Midlands Property Awards

Smithfield Works, located within the heart of Stoke-on-Trent’s transformative Smithfield development, has been shortlisted for the prestigious ‘Regeneration Project of the Year’ trophy/accolade at the Insider West Midlands Property Awards. Finalist status recognises the significant impact the £200m mixed-use project has made on the local economy and community. Since its opening in 2022, Smithfield Works …

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“A New Day at Paradise Pottery” by Lynn Johnson Book Review

“A New Day at Paradise Pottery” by Lynn Johnson is a delightful and heart-warming historical tale that will captivate readers with its inspiring story based entirely in the Potteries.  It begins just before the start of WW1. This book takes readers on a journey seen through the eyes of Martha on her journey from a …

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Christmas shopping with Dougie Mac

With the festive season fast approaching, Dougie Mac is reminding supporters to browse its Christmas gifts and cards, which are now available online at www.dougiemac.org.uk/shop Featuring a selection of Christmas cards; Dougie Mac branded gifts; gift vouchers and experience days, there are gifts for all ages, with prices from as little £1.50. Dougie Mac’s selection …

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CAST ANNOUNCED FOR NEW VIC’S MAGICAL FAMILY REIMAGINING OF CHRISTMAS CLASSIC THE NUTCRACKER

This Christmas, the New Vic Theatre will put its own magical spin on the classic story of The Nutcracker in a festive family production from Friday 17 November 2023 to Saturday 27 January 2024. Bringing this much-loved tale to life in The Nutcracker: A Christmas Fairytale is a cast that includes Franky Attard (Doctor Who, …

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