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10 picks around Burton upon Trent, from 8 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
1Introduction to Clay & Potters Wheel Ready to get your hands dirty and unleash your inner artist? Join us for a 3-hour pottery adventure where you'll spin, shape, and sculpt your own masterpieces! Whether you're a total newbie or just need a refresher, this workshop is perfect for you.
2Introduction to Clay & Potters Wheel Ready to get your hands dirty and unleash your inner artist? Join us for a 3-hour pottery adventure where you'll spin, shape, and sculpt your own masterpieces! Whether you're a total newbie or just need a refresher, this workshop is perfect for you.
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4Benefice Bible Book Club: July 2026 - Joel Occurring for 1 hour, 30 mins Venue Blithfield - St.Leonard Address Off Lea Lane, Blithfield Rugeley, WS15 3NL, United Kingdom Let's talk about the book of the prophet Joel. Just read the book and then join us to share observations and questions, 'book club' style. Although we have called it a club, there is no membership list and no subscription fee. The 'club' is whoever gathers on the day to talk about this month's book from the scriptures. Contact the Rev'd Mark Davys for more details ( or ). View attachment
5I Am The Bread Of Life This week we'll have an 'open table' service with activities that will bring us together as a whole church family, with extra provision for our youngest members. We'll have activities, worship, hear from God's word and pray together. Join us for what promises to be an interactive and encouraging service. Our theme this week is I Am The Bread Of Life Summer at Jubilee – Summer SundaysSunday 26th July sees the first of our Summer Sundays at Jubilee. This means we will have slightly shorter meetings (10.30am – 11.30am) and that there won't be any children's work (FROG Club) or creche. Please do thank and encourage our children's teams as they have faithfully served us so well this year and deserve a well-earned break! To help us all engage with services over the summer, we'll be alternating our service formats between a shorter standard service, which will include our children and youth, and a more interactive service with activities, worship, a short talk and prayer response together as a family. This summer we're going to be looking at some of the 'I Am' statements Jesus made in the gospels and we'll be hearing from some new and returning speakers. Our hope and prayer is that as we discover more about Jesus this summer, we'll be shaped more into His likeness and bring the good news to those around us, whatever our age.
6at St Michael and All Angels' Church Colwich
Benefice Bible Book Club: July 2026 - Joel Occurring for 1 hour, 30 mins Venue Blithfield - St.Leonard Address Off Lea Lane, Blithfield Rugeley, WS15 3NL, United Kingdom Let's talk about the book of the prophet Joel. Just read the book and then join us to share observations and questions, 'book club' style. Although we have called it a club, there is no membership list and no subscription fee. The 'club' is whoever gathers on the day to talk about this month's book from the scriptures. Contact the Rev'd Mark Davys for more details ( or ). View attachment
7Benefice Bible Book Club: July 2026 - Joel Occurring for 1 hour, 30 mins Venue Blithfield - St.Leonard Address Off Lea Lane, Blithfield Rugeley, WS15 3NL, United Kingdom Let's talk about the book of the prophet Joel. Just read the book and then join us to share observations and questions, 'book club' style. Although we have called it a club, there is no membership list and no subscription fee. The 'club' is whoever gathers on the day to talk about this month's book from the scriptures. Contact the Rev'd Mark Davys for more details ( or ). View attachment
8About the event A solo exhibition by Celia Brookes The artworks in, “Stories in Watercolour”, are of everyday characters in real life. Celia Creates a composition, using depth, shapes, textures and shadows. These are not only aesthetically pleasing to the eye, but they also make people pause and wonder, what is the story behind this watercolour painting. Celia won the People’s Choice Award at the Sock Open Exhibition in 2024, the prize being this solo show. Please note on Saturday 11th July 10am – 1pm, half of the gallery will be closed due to a workshop.
9About the event A solo exhibition by Celia Brookes The artworks in, “Stories in Watercolour”, are of everyday characters in real life. Celia Creates a composition, using depth, shapes, textures and shadows. These are not only aesthetically pleasing to the eye, but they also make people pause and wonder, what is the story behind this watercolour painting. Celia won the People’s Choice Award at the Sock Open Exhibition in 2024, the prize being this solo show. Please note on Saturday 11th July 10am – 1pm, half of the gallery will be closed due to a workshop.
10at Aston Hall
Step beyond the gallery walls and into the hidden heart of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Our 'Hidden Spaces Tours' offer a rare opportunity to explore areas of the building that are usually closed to the public — including storerooms, tucked-away corridors, and architectural gems often overlooked.Join our expert guides as you:Wander through off-limits spacesSoak in the incredible Victorian architecture from a new perspectiveHear about recent and upcoming renovation projectsEncounter a few collection superstars along the wayEnjoy quirky tales from Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery's colourful past, from mysterious goings-on to hidden passagewaysThe building itself is one of our most fascinating artefacts, come and experience it in a whole new light.
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