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Interesting Finds - Thu, 16 Mar 2017

There are always stories steeped in mystery and legend when it comes to places which have stood for over 100 years.

Roundabout sculpture design to be revealed during live clay modelling session - Mon, 20 Feb 2017

The final design of Tamworth’s iconic new roundabout sculpture will be revealed to the people of Tamworth next week during a live clay modelling session by award-winning artist, Luke Perry.

Tamworth up for two awards in Midlands-wide arts competition - Fri, 03 Feb 2017

Tamworth Borough Council has been shortlisted for another two 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.

Residents’ views sought on ‘showpiece’ Roundabout Art - Fri, 03 Feb 2017

Tamworth residents are being asked to give their input into the design of a new ‘showpiece’ landmark which will welcome visitors to the town as they step off the train.

Artists of all genres invited to attend ‘Art After Hours’ event and get dedicated new web presence - Tue, 10 Jan 2017

Singers, bands, artists and creative individuals of all genres are invited to be part of a brand new online arts service which is being designed to highlight the talent on offer in Tamworth.

Free project to help young musicians get ready for the stage - Thu, 05 Jan 2017

A free project designed to help young musicians take their talents to the next level will get underway in Tamworth soon – and there’s another chance for people to get involved.

Thousands brave the rain to enjoy Christmas lights switch-on - Tue, 06 Dec 2016

The rain didn’t dampen the festive mood as thousands of people enjoyed an afternoon of festive entertainment for the whole family as Tamworth’s festive season got underway with the switch-on of the

Tears shed and flags waved during special fundraising concert - Tue, 06 Dec 2016

Tears were shed and flags waved as hundreds of people enjoyed an evening of remembrance which saw Tamworth’s choirs coming together to perform under one magnificent roof in the first instalment of

Tamworth Assembly Rooms back ‘on tour’ with festive fun - Tue, 06 Dec 2016

There’s plenty of festive entertainment in store for audiences this December as Tamworth Assembly Rooms goes ‘on tour’ with popular events being taken out into the community while the theatre is closed for refurbishment.

Creative businesses offered low-rent retail space in time for Christmas - Wed, 16 Nov 2016

Prime retail space in Tamworth town centre is being offered as part of an initiative to support creative individuals who would like to take their talents to the next level and set up shop in time for Christmas.

Record crowds enjoy Tamworth’s free fireworks spectacular - Wed, 16 Nov 2016

Tamworth Castle Grounds was packed on Bonfire Night (November 5) for what organisers believe was the town’s biggest free fireworks event to date, with estimated crowds of more than 28,000 people joining the fun.

200 choir members to perform under one magnificent roof - Wed, 26 Oct 2016

Audiences will be given the unique opportunity to see Tamworth’s choirs performing together under one magnificent roof in a special concert of remembrance this November to mark the centenary of Wor