1Frozen Jr
A must-see family musical this summer, Frozen Jr brings the magic of the much-loved Disney film to the stage, inspired by the spectacular Broadway and West End productions.
0.2 milesSun 12 Jul
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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near Low Town
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
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.
Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Low Town, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.
Our 10 picks near Low Town
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2Watercolour Workshop: Jungle Landscape
at Skorkart
These one-off workshops are perfect for begginers, those who have some experience with watercolours or have attended Katharine’s beginners class. Gently develop your skills while enjoying the process of painting a specific subject.
6.9 milesSun 12 Jul£45.00
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3Watercolour Line and Wash Workshop: Santorini View
at Skorkart
These one-off workshops are perfect for begginers, those who have some experience with watercolours or have attended Katharine’s beginners class. Gently develop your skills while enjoying the process of painting a specific subject.
6.9 milesSun 12 Jul£45.00
4Watercolour Line and Wash Workshop: Santorini View
at Skorkart
These one-off workshops are perfect for begginers, those who have some experience with watercolours or have attended Katharine’s beginners class. Gently develop your skills while enjoying the process of painting a specific subject.
6.9 milesSun 12 Jul11:00£45.00
5Summer Concert from The Ronnies
Summer Concert from The Ronnies Occurring for 2 hours Venue Wombridge Parish Church Address Wombridge Road, Wombridge, Telford Telford, TF2 6HT, United Kingdom Everyone welcome as The Ronnies return to Wombridge Parish Church for a summer concert, with songs from across the decades, with their wonderful harmonies. Sat 11th July 2pm to 4pm Tickets are £10 for adults, £5 for children and include refreshments of scone with jam & cream and hot drink! Contact Chris View attachment Event held in a Church Fundraising Singing
11.8 milesSat 11 Jul15:00£10
6The Robin
at Robin R&B 2
Soul’d Out UK Astonishingly energetic, entertaining and 100% LIVE, Soul’d Out UK are a 9-12 piece band featuring powerful male and female vocalists, funky rhythm section and a stonking full sax, trumpet and trombone horn section. Up to 2 hours of partying with soul and motown classics! Unlike other bands, we don’t use backing tracks, click tracks or synthesised horn sections to fill in the gaps. We are 100% LIVE with REAL instruments. We’ll guarantee a dance floor full of your guests, totally absorbed in the party atmosphere. Yeah, yeah! We don’t just like good music, we love it! Our repertoire delivers the best Soul, Northern Soul & Tamla Motown classics, taking our inspiration from the Motown and Stax labels, including artists such as Sam & Dave, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Martha Reeves, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, The Four Tops and Al Wilson. Tickets for this show are non-refundable. In the event of a cancellation, ticket holders will be contacted. Share:
14.6 milesSat 11 Jul19:00
7Broadway Sunday
Spend the afternoon creating a beautiful wooden sculpture - Country Cottage. You will sand, drill, felt, paint and glue during this relaxed, fun session. You can choose your own paint colours from a wide selection that will be available. No prior crafting experience is needed and all workshop materials are provided - all you need to bring is an apron. With wood being a natural product - the wood for the base will differ. Price shown is per person. Please note you need to be over the age of 18 years to book a place on this course. We will start promptly at 2pm and tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided: Broadway Youth & Community Centre, Lime Tree Avenue, Broadway, WR12 7BD
21.5 milesSun 12 Jul
8Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours
at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
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.
21.9 milesSat 11 Jul12:00
9A Tango Night at the Museum
at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
Step into an unforgettable evening of passion, music and movement as Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery transforms into a vibrant Buenos Aires-inspired dance hall. The drama and romance of Argentine tango come alive beneath the museum’s grand architecture that immerses you in the mood of the dance.Enjoy a drinks reception with live music from 6pm and exclusive after-hours access to the museum. Surrounded by the rich history of Birmingham, guests can take in the elegance of the Edwardian Tea Rooms and dance under the dome of the iconic Round Room around the much-loved bronze statue Lucifer by Jacob Epstein — a striking and memorable setting for a night of tango.From 7pm to 12am, non-stop tango music curated by a renowned tango DJ, complete with fabulous cortinas, will create a rich and captivating soundscape throughout the evening. Whether you are an experienced dancer or simply curious to watch and soak in the atmosphere, this event welcomes everyone.Why not embrace the style of an earlier era — think Peaky Blinder–inspired elegance or just go all out with your tango bests for this atmospheric evening.Doors open at 6pm for a drinks reception, including a complementary drink with live musicFrom 7pm – 12am we'll be dancing the night away!This promises to be a truly unique cultural experience — a celebration of tango music, dance and community in the heart of Birmingham.
21.9 milesSat 11 Jul19:00
10The Fastest Bicycle + Q&A
at mac
The Fastest Bicycle follows a London team of cyclists on a mission to 'go fast' and their journey to the 'World Human Powered Speed Challenge' on Route 305 in Nevada. There they discover an international community of speed freaks like no other. The Fastest Bicycle is a story of perseverance, as the team tackle a missing bike, high speed crashes, serious design flaws and injury. It’s also an exploration of community, as they discover that their competitors can also be their greatest allies. The screening will be followed by a live onstage Q&A with Sky Sports' regular contributor Raees Mahmood and 'The Fastest Bicycle' editor James Watson.
22.2 milesSun 12 Jul18:30£10.45
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