http://www.sstaffs.gov.ukSouth Staffordshire Council whats on RSS Feed(C)5Come and meet the giant horses, on 26th of May 2012 as Kinver Brewery makes beer-deliveries by horse-drawn dray. The directors, Dave and Ian are keen to maintain the links with Kinver's rural past by the use of working horses. Starting at [and returning later, to] the Cat @Enville at 11am, then on to the Brewery in Fairfield Drive, for 12.00 noon, 2 shire-horses from the Midlands Heavy Horse Assoc with the Kinver Brewery dray, will be taking much-needed supplies of ale to pubs in the village including the Cross and the Constitutional Club. You can meet the team again on June 17th at Kinver Country Fayre. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 26 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTIt is aimed for children aged 8-13 and we do all sorts of activities including shelter building, crafts, games and fire lighting.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 26 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe Village Carnival & Parade is organised by 1st Bilbrook Codsall Scout Group. This event is the principle fundraiser, not only for the Scout Group, but also for many local organisations who take part in the event The event consists of a parade of floats around the villages of Bilbrook & Codsall, arena displays, sideshows & stallshttp://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 26 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTWe are proud to announce The Volunteer Band of the Mercian Regiment, conducted by Bandmaster Warrant Officer Class One Ivor Evans BA(Mus) LRSM, has been granted permission to perform again in Lower Penn. Our aim is to bring villagers together through the enjoyment of music. Bring a picnic and enjoy the evening. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 26 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT2 June 2012 - 10 June 2012 - Become a royal for the day by making and decorating your very own Crown. All the glitter and sparkle you need to make your very own diamond encrusted Crowns will be provided by the Museum, plus you get to take it all home as a memento of the day. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTPaintings, Photos, Sculptures, Wood Carving and Turning!http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTEnjoy a summers evening in the gardens celebrating the diamond jubilee, with food and games provided.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTHave you ever wondered why you can't see Weston Park's servants' quarters or the 28 beautiful bedrooms? Weston is a living house and hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year which helps the Weston Pak Foundation to generate the income to maintain the house. Our Behind the Scenes Tours gives visitors the opportunity to take a look at these fascinating and busy parts of the House that are not on the public route. In 2012, tours will include some of the bedrooms, the newly re-decorated Middle Drawing Room, the Family Staircase and the Music Room newly hung with paintings of the 3rd Earl's horses. Your knowledgeable guide will talk about the lavish house parties hosted by the Victorian 3rd Earl, family history, how the House has evolved throughout the centuries and the work of the Foundation today. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTWednesday 13th and Thursday 14th June. In this Diamond Jubilee year Guy will look at how our approach to food has evolved over the last sixty years and we will be updating some classic dishes from Jubilee celebrations of the past. Guy will answer any of your burning questions and offer tastings throughout the sessions. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTSaturday 16th and Sunday 17th June. The park povides the perfect setting for some top model aircraft pilots in the country to demonstrate their flying skills. Alongside the action taking place on the runway is a model rocket display, children's fun fair, model car racing, model boats on the kidney pool and plenty of hands on activities for children to get stuck into.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 16 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTJoin us for a fun activity designed for families to do together. A different activity each month. (Always held on 3rd Saturday of month Mar-Nov)http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 16 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe RAF Cosford Air Show is the Midlands premier air event which offers non-stop entertainment both in the air with displays from a wide variety of aircraft and on the ground with hundreds of exhibits, stalls and trade stands, military demonstrations and children's entertainment.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTAnnual event with a 26 year history totally revamped in 2011 that resulted in close to 12,000 visitors. Numerous attractions, including Heavy Horses, Steam Engines, Vintage Cars, Falconry Display, Country Crafts & Produce Stalls. A grand day out for the whole family.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTlOCAL PRODUCERS MARQUEE FALCONRY TRACTION ENGINE RIDES PONY RIDShttp://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 23 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTHave you ever wondered why you can't see Weston Park's servants' quarters or the 28 beautiful bedrooms? Weston is a living house and hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year which helps the Weston Pak Foundation to generate the income to maintain the house. Our Behind the Scenes Tours gives visitors the opportunity to take a look at these fascinating and busy parts of the House that are not on the public route. In 2012, tours will include some of the bedrooms, the newly re-decorated Middle Drawing Room, the Family Staircase and the Music Room newly hung with paintings of the 3rd Earl's horses. Your knowledgeable guide will talk about the lavish house parties hosted by the Victorian 3rd Earl, family history, how the House has evolved throughout the centuries and the work of the Foundation today. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTEnjoy traditional dancing on the lawn provided by the popular Stafford Morris Menhttp://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTYou're invited to come and celebrate with us this once in a lifetime opportunity to see the Olympic Flame as it passes through South Staffordshire on its 70 day journey around the UK. Exact times have not yet been given, but to keep up to date with all the latest news, 'like us' on facebook - www.facebook.com/southstaffs2012 http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 30 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTIt is aimed for children aged 8-13 and we do all sorts of activities including shelter building, crafts, games and fire lighting.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 30 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe Royal Air Force Museum Cosford is inviting Veterans, young and old, from all three services to join as one to celebrate Armed Forces Day. During this special reunion, all Veterans will be treated to a full day's programme of activities. All guests must pre-register in advance of the event.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 30 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe Carnival procession will follow the Olympic Torch relay. The main arena events include three Derby Marching Bands. Piston Rings Youth Motor Cycle Display Team. Dance Fusion Display Team. South Staffs Dog Display Team and Dog Show. 50 plus stalls and sideshows and Fair. Great Wyrley's Got Talent Contest entrants.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 30 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTWill start at the M6T Toll headquarters (on the junction of the A38 and the A5 at Weeford) and ride out to the RAF Museum at Cosford. With a rock band, fun fair and BBQ at the end of the ride. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sun, 01 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMTFriday 6th July to Sunday 8th July. Camper Jam pulls up at Weston for its 5th year and is fast becoming the VW Bus Festival to be seen at! The show is a chilled out, laid back event with people getting together for a relaxing weekend of friendship and fun. Highlights over the weekend will include live bands, dog show, food village, children's activities and the ever popular 'cooking in a camper' competitions, all set in 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped Parkland. Stock up on festival food essentials before you pitch up by visiting the Granary Farm Shop which stocks everything you need whether you are planning on a BBQ or slap up breakfast. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT2012 is a once in a lifetime event for our country. We are hosting the Olympic Games. To celebrate this fantastic event Wombourne is to host its own ‘Olympic’ style games over the weekend 13-14 July 2012. It will be called ‘The Wombourne Games’ We want the whole community to get involved in not just Sport but also games and activities. We want people of ALL ages and abilities to get involved. It doesn’t matter if you think you are no good it really is the taking part that matters. This may encourage you to get involved with a club or participate in a pastime that you had never thought you could do? The Wombourne Games itself will cover traditional sports such as athletics, football, cricket and swimming. There will also be other activities for the less well abled. Also on offer will be table tennis, netball, pool, darts, fishing, bowling, and many other sports we will also be showcasing other activities such as martial arts, fitness, Archery, American football, dance and the Arts. There will be competition and Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be awarded to successful participants. There will be competitive events for young and old. We truly want everyone to take part! The Legacy – during the London 2012 bid great emphasis was laid about the Olympic legacy not just for London but for the rest of the country. We want to leave our own legacy and improve and enhance the sports facilities in Wombourne. We will raise money via fund raising events, sponsorship and grants so that we can improve these sporting facilities. All money raised will be spent on Community Facilities. It is very ambitious but with the help of everyone we can go a long way to achieving Our Vision of getting more people playing sport and leaving the community of Wombourne with truly great Sports facilities that can be used by everyone! More details can be found on our website about the events and how you can donate or just simply help. www.wombournegames.co.uk Friday 13th evening – Wombourne games swimming gala event in the Leisure centre Saturday 14th the Wombourne Games events at Ounsdale High School and various venues across Wombourne including opening and closing ceremonies with Firework display It will be a true community event for everyone! Find us on facebook The Wombourne Games http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMTA fun day and dog show for all the family.http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sat, 14 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMTHave you ever wondered why you can't see Weston Park's servants' quarters or the 28 beautiful bedrooms? Weston is a living house and hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year which helps the Weston Pak Foundation to generate the income to maintain the house. Our Behind the Scenes Tours gives visitors the opportunity to take a look at these fascinating and busy parts of the House that are not on the public route. In 2012, tours will include some of the bedrooms, the newly re-decorated Middle Drawing Room, the Family Staircase and the Music Room newly hung with paintings of the 3rd Earl's horses. Your knowledgeable guide will talk about the lavish house parties hosted by the Victorian 3rd Earl, family history, how the House has evolved throughout the centuries and the work of the Foundation today. http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/whatson/Sun, 15 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT