From classic elegance to contemporary chic, our team can deliver the perfect floral creation for any special occasion.

The

Holyhead Road, Wellington Tel: 01952 244954 ..........................................................

The winners of numerous CAMRA awards, The Cock boasts a range of real ales and ciders from across the region.

Delicatessen The Market Hall, Wellington

Selection of local, regional & continental cheeses; pickles and preserves; bottled ales, stuffed olives and more…

bar restaurant rooms

Join us for dinner or just drop in for a drink at our contemporary-styled 17th Century coaching inn

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Holyhead Road, Wellington. 01952 255011

Jewellers of Distinction

Goldsmith & Jewellery Designer

Jewellery – Watches – Clocks

2/4 New Street, Wellington, T: 01952 249632

Bell Street, Wellington / 01952 255310

The Sports Specialists

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15 Market Square, Wellington

Tel: 01952 252259

Outside the Market Hall, off Market Street

Tel: 07960 226004

Meets first Wednesday of the month at Wellington Civic Centre, 7.30 – 9.30pm.

Formed in 1978, the Society works to preserve the town’s heritage, record its past & influence its future. To find out more, call Ross Vickers on 01952 254649

Based in Wellington T:01952 223091 www.inspirationalglassbyadgs.com ________________________________

Stained glass windows; repairs & restoration;

Decorative leaded door panels; bespoke pieces;

Tiffany-style lamp shades. Commissions Taken

Outside the Market Hall, off Market Street

Tel: 07960 226004

Four Seasons Florists 4 Market Street, Wellington Telephone: 01952 242951

Outside the Market Hall, off Market Street

Tel: 07960 226004

14 Shawbirch Road, Admaston T: 01952 251989 / www.thepheasantadmaston.co.uk

Enjoy our locally-sourced menu & range of real ales this summer in our beer garden & al fresco dining area

Guitars – Keyboards – Brass & woodwind Mics – PA systems – Amps & accessories Instrument repair

For a free quote call:

01952 249841 or 07716 409381

Jayne’s Fishing Tackle 41 Market Street, Wellington Tel: 01952 257400 / 07976 502377 ___________________________________________

Quality fishing tackle, bait and accessories for all types of fishing. Airguns, air rifles and ammunition also in stock.

Purveyors of high quality menswear Brook Taverner specialists

14b New Street, Wellington Tel: 01952 248632

Breakfasts, lunches & afternoon teas

Tuesday to Friday, 10am – 4pm &

Saturday, 9.30- 4.30pm

Interiors & exteriors

Over 30 years experience

~ A family firm established for over 40 years ~

Peter Jones Carpets & Beds

Top brand carpets fitted by our own experienced tradesmen & large stocks of high quality beds ready for fast delivery

Peter Jones Carpets Ltd, 47 Market Street, Wellington Tel: 01952 242231

FRIDAY 4th MAY

Lunchtime Organ Recital:

Michael Davey of Wellington

12.30 for 1pm start, 40 minutes duration. Admission free, with retiring collection. Refreshments served, bring own lunch. Wellington Methodist Church, New St _______________________________________ SATURDAY 12th MAY

Fabulous Fifties Memory Bank

If you remember the 1950s, come and ‘deposit’ your memories for an exhibition that will mark the Queen’s Jubilee in June. Wellington Library, Larkin Way, 10.30am–12.30pm ----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Rotary Club Charity Concert

Hadley Orpheus Male Voice Choir joins Rotary District Young Musician winners Holly Isherwood & Lucy Burden. Ercall Wood School, Wellington, 7.30pm Tickets: www.homvc.org.uk / 01952 618638 ________________________________________ WEDNESDAY 16th MAY

The Olympic Year Bayley Mile

First run in the 1930s, the Bayley Mile Race brings together children from across Wellington’s primary schools. This year medals will be presented by three former Olympians. Wellington Civic Centre, Larkin Way, 1pm start. ________________________________________ SATURDAY 26th MAY

Cottage Hospital Centenary Tea Party

Enjoy cream teas, live music, stalls & games in celebration of the centenary of Wellington Cottage Hospital and the tenth anniversary of the Cottage Care day centre. Wellington Cottage Care, 79 Haygate Rd 2pm–5pm, free entry: admin@wellingtoncare.org ________________________________________ FRIDAY 1st JUNE Lunchtime Organ Recital: Jubilee Concert

12.30 for 1pm start, 40 minutes duration. Admission free, with retiring collection. Refreshments served, bring own lunch. Wellington Methodist Church, New St ________________________________________ SATURDAY 2nd JUNE

Wellington Jubilee Jive Party!

Rock around the town clock as we mark the Jubilee with a fifties-themed dance party, live music courtesy of The Replays. Market Square, Wellington, 11am – 3pm, free entry

SUNDAY 3rd JUNE

Sunnycroft’s Jubilee ‘Big Lunch’

A special Jubilee garden party on the lawn complete with trestle tables and a big band. Bring along a picnic and join the fun! Free entry to National Trust members. Sunnycroft, 200 Holyhead Rd, Wellington 10.30am – 4pm ______________________________________ MONDAY 4th JUNE (to be confirmed)

Jubilee Beacon on The Wrekin

The Wrekin takes its place in a chain of hilltop bonfires to mark the Queen’s Jubilee – just as it has done at times of celebration and tribulation for centuries. The Wrekin summit, near Wellington, 10pm _____________________________________ SATURDAY 9th JUNE

Wellington Midsummer Fayre

This year’s fayre gets in the Jubilee spirit with appearances from several kings and queens past – including Elizabeth I conducting a male voice choir! Enjoy the best of local food, crafts and performance as Shrewsbury Morris Dancers, Jack the Jester & a host of musicians & craftspeople come together for an event first sanctioned by our market charter in 1244. Market Square / All Saints Church / Market Hall 10am – 3pm (Procession at 1pm); admission free -----------------------------------------------------------Community History Day

Discover what’s on offer at the new Community History Centre, meet a variety of local history groups and see our Fabulous Fifties display, which will be up until mid-June. Wellington Library, Larkin Way, 10am – 3pm ----------------------------------------------------------------- Wrockwardine Sausage & Ale Ceilidh

Local band Odd Socks leads the dancing, plus locally-sourced barbecue (inc. in ticket price) & Wellington real ale bar. Fantastic fun whether you’re nine or ninety, everyone welcome! 7.30pm; Wrockwardine Village Hall, nr Wellington Tickets £10/£5 under 15s, from Ken Francis Butchers or email threeniceslices@hotmail.com ________________________________________ SUNDAY 10th JUNE

The Wrekin Barrel Race

Witness feats of strength, stamina and silliness as athletes race to be the fastest up The Wrekin with a full firkin of ale. The Wrekin (old rifle range to the summit) 11–1pm

WEDNESDAY 20th JUNE (note new date)

The History of Orleton Hall

Allan Frost tells the story of one of Wellington’s great houses as part of Wellington History Group’s series of public talks. Wellington Civic Centre, Larkin Way 7.30pm. Donations invited. ________________________________________ SATURDAY 23rd JUNE

Wellington Carnival

Enjoy a day of family fun and games, with entertainment from Wellington Brass Band, Synergy dance group, Punch and Judy, donkey rides and even a dog display team!

Bowring Park, Wellington, 10am–6pm (parade 12.30); admission free ________________________________________ SATURDAY 30th JUNE & SUNDAY 1st JULY

Sunnycroft Summer Fete

Step back in time and enjoy a traditional garden fete, complete with strawberries & cream and entertainment from Kaleidoscope Theatre. Free entry to National Trust members. Sunnycroft, 200 Holyhead Rd, Wellington 10.30am to 5pm (last entry to the house 4pm) ________________________________________ FRIDAY 6th JULY

Lunchtime Organ Recital:

Richard Walker of St Chad’s, Shrewsbury

12.30 for 1pm start, 40 minutes duration. Admission free, with retiring collection. Refreshments served, bring own lunch. Wellington Methodist Church, New St ________________________________________ FRIDAY 6th – 8th & 13th – 15th JULY

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Wellington Theatre Co performs Shakespeare’s comedy about Falstaff & friends as part of the RSC’s Open Stages project. Belfrey Theatre, Princes St, Wellington Doors open 7pm / 2pm Sunday matinee. For tickets (£6/£5) & info see www.belfreytheatre.com ________________________________________ SATURDAY 7th JULY

Sounds in The Square: Choir & Brass

Wrekin & Telford Choral Society kick off this year’s Sounds in The Square season, followed by the town band at midday (to be confirmed). All performances are organised by Wellington H2A volunteers & funded by donations. Market Square, 11am – 1pm, admission free

SATURDAY 7th JULY (continued)

Wrockwardine Church Fete

Garden fete in aid of St Peters Church. Traditional stalls, games, refreshments, bouncy castle and pony rides, plus the crowning of the Fete Queen. A great afternoon for all the family. Regular visitors – note the new venue. 2–5pm, Church Farm, Wrockwardine. Entry £1. ________________________________________ SUNDAY 8th JULY

Lions Day on Wheels

A great combination of classic vehicles, market stalls, folk singers and a funfair to keep the whole family entertained. Bowring Park, Wellington, 10am-4pm, free entry ________________________________________ SATURDAY 14th JULY

Sounds in The Square: Di & The Guy

Blues, rock, gospel & jazz all fuse together in Diane’s distinctive vocal delivery. And guitarist Jon isn’t bad either! Market Square, 11am – 1pm, free entry ________________________________________ THURSDAY 19th JULY (note new date)

A Tale of Two Churches: guided tour

Wellington History Group leads a tour of Wellington’s All Saints Church & neighbouring St Patrick’s RC Church. The Lytchgate, Church St, 7pm. Donations invited. ________________________________________ SATURDAY 21st JULY

Sounds in The Square: Three in a Bar

Emily Floyd & one of Shropshire’s best jazz ensembles bring us a string of jazz classics from the golden age of Swing. Market Square, 11am – 1pm, free entry ________________________________________

FRIDAY 27th JULY

Robin Hood in the Wood

Boys and girls are invited to try their hand at making bows and arrows, woodland disguises and secret dens as The Ercall nature reserve turns into Sherwood Forest for the day. 1pm-3pm, The Wrekin (meet Forest Glen car park); £1 per person, booking essential. Call 01743 284280 ________________________________________

SATURDAY 28th JULY

Sounds in The Square: Sunny Jam

Sam Newth (guitar) & Jonathan Wysome (keyboards) skip effortlessly through five decades of popular music. Market Square, 11am – 1pm, free entry

THURSDAY 2nd AUGUST

Giants and Woodland Warriors

Hear all about the amazing history of the Wrekin hill fort and the myths and folklore that surrounds the Wrekin forest. 1pm – 2.30pm, meet in the Forest Glen car park. £1 per person, booking essential. Call 01743 284280 ________________________________________ SATURDAY 4th AUGUST (also 19th AUG)

Teddy Bears’ Picnic at Sunnycroft

Enjoy a picnic with your bear & find out how the Lander family used to play. Free entry to National Trust members. Sunnycroft, 200 Holyhead Rd, Wellington, 12-2pm ________________________________________ SUNDAY 5th AUGUST

Ecolympics at The Ercall

Special woodland-themed games to celebrate the London Olympics. Friendly competition for all the family. 1pm – 3pm, meet at the Forest Glen car park. £1 per person, booking essential, call 01743 284 280 ________________________________________ SATURDAY 11th AUGUST Sounds in The Square: Viva la Coldplay

Performing around the UK and in Europe, this Liverpool-based quartet vividly captures the sound & spirit of one of the most successful British bands of recent years. Market Square, 11am – 1pm, free entry ________________________________________ FRIDAY 17th AUGUST

Family bushcraft in The Wrekin Forest

Learn how to make a shelter or a friction fire, and find out if you’d survive in the woods! Suitable for all the family. 2pm – 4pm, meet at the Forest Glen car park. £1 per person, booking essential, call 01743 284 280 ________________________________________ SATURDAY 18th AUGUST

Sounds in The Square: Paul & Sam

Hear top blues guitarist Paul Wallis work his way from Hendrix to Dire Straits, with Sam on acoustic guitar. Market Square, 11am – 1pm, free entry ________________________________________ SATURDAY 25th AUGUST

Sounds in The Square: The New Driftwood

A mix of folk, jazz & blues from this eclectic line-up of guitar, trombone, mandolin, percussion and keyboards. Market Square, 11am – 1pm, free entry

SATURDAY 1st SEPTEMBER Sounds in The Square: The Inn Comes Out

Musicians from the Wrekin Inn’s weekly Open Mic Night take to the Sounds stage for the last performance of the season Market Square, 9.30am – 12.30pm, free entry ________________________________________ SATURDAY 8th SEPTEMBER

The Wrekin Wakes

Join in with the revived annual Wrekin Wakes festival set in the beautiful Ercall Woods. Live music, handmade local crafts, greenwood displays, hot food, refreshments, & more. Entrance opposite Buckatree Hotel, 11am–4pm, free entry. For details call 01743 284280 ________________________________________ SATURDAY 8th - SUNDAY 9th SEPTEMBER

Heritage Open Days around Wellington

See Sunnycroft & the old Cottage Hospital free of charge. Sunnycroft: Saturday, 10.30am to 5pm (last house entry 4pm); Old Cottage Hospital: Sunday, 2 – 5pm ________________________________________ SATURDAY 15th SEPTEMBER

Brass & Choral Concert Hadley Orpheus Male Voice Choir joins Random Brass, a quintet with a repertoire from Bach to The Beatles & beyond. Wellington Methodist Church, 7.30pm Tickets & info: www.homvc.org.uk / 01952 618638 ________________________________________ FRIDAY 21st SEPTEMBER

Lunchtime Organ Recital:

Alistair Auld of Shrewsbury Choral Soc.

12.30 for 1pm start, 40 minutes duration. Admission free, with retiring collection. Refreshments served, bring own lunch. Wellington Methodist Church, New St ________________________________________ SAT. 22nd – SUN. 23rd SEPTEMBER

Michaelmas Fayre at Sunnycroft

Browse our local craft stalls & enjoy apple-juice fresh from our press. Free entry to National Trust members. Sunnycroft, 200 Holyhead Rd, 10.30-5pm

This guide is designed & compiled free of charge by Wellington H2A. We try to be as accurate as possible, but for updates, along with events we didn’t have space for here, visit www.explore-wellington.co.uk. And if you’ve got ideas & energy you’d like to put towards supporting the town, keep up with www.wellingtonsoup.org