The Last Kingdom cast visit Tamworth in tribute to AethelflaedActors from TV’s The Last Kingdom were among the hundreds of civic dignitaries, historians, clergy and member of the royal family who came together in Tamworth to mark the 1100th anniversary of the death of one of the most influential people in the town’s history.
New brochure reveals four-day Aethelfest activitiesPlans have now been finalised for an exciting programme of activities which take place across four days next month to celebrate the life of Tamworth’s Lady of the Mercians, Aethelflaed.
Dragon bravery coming to Dosthill Park next weekDon’t forget to grab your tickets for a roaring adventure at Dosthill Park in Tamworth on June 23, when outdoor theatre returns for another exciting show.
Tamworth in Bloom judging route is revealed A year of hard work, planning and planting will soon reach its climax when the Heart of England in Bloom judges take a tour of the borough on Tuesday July 17.
Media descend on Tamworth as striking statue is unveiledThe region’s media descended on Tamworth this week as the town’s impressive statue of Anglo-Saxon warrior queen Aethelflaed was finally brought home and unveiled to her people for the first time.
#DotheAethel goes up a gear with Mercedes prize for best poseA social media campaign encouraging people to #DotheAethel has gone up a gear this week with Mercedes Benz of Tamworth offering a fantastic prize for the best picture shared on Facebook.
Visit Tamworth for half-term holiday funThere’s plenty to keep families entertained in Tamworth during the half-term, from castle questing and outdoor theatre, to free craft activities and sports.