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Ironbridge Ghost Walk

Message from Boardroom Cafe “Pleased to announce a series of Historical Ghost and Grisly Tale Walks, inviting residents and visitors to explore the darker side of the town’s past.  These guided walks will take place across Ironbridge, Dawley, and Wellington, offering a unique opportunity to step back in time and uncover the stories that still linger in these historic locations. Participants will hear a collection of chilling accounts, including eyewitness testimonies, local folklore, and documented events that have shaped the area’s more mysterious reputation.  Each walk has been carefully curated to provide an engaging and atmospheric experience, blending history with storytelling to bring these tales vividly to life. Attendees will also be presented with evidence and historical context surrounding some of the events said to have occurred within the town.  Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply curious about the unexplained, these walks promise an intriguing and memorable journey through Telford’s haunted heritage.”

Prepare to uncover the darker side of Ironbridge’s past, with tales of tragedy, danger, and ghostly encounters.

Starting at the Bedlam Furnaces and ending at Dale End Park, this walk will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. This is a non-circular route, so please plan accordingly.

Wellington Ghost Walk

Message from Boardroom Cafe “Pleased to announce a series of Historical Ghost and Grisly Tale Walks, inviting residents and visitors to explore the darker side of the town’s past.  These guided walks will take place across Ironbridge, Dawley, and Wellington, offering a unique opportunity to step back in time and uncover the stories that still linger in these historic locations. Participants will hear a collection of chilling accounts, including eyewitness testimonies, local folklore, and documented events that have shaped the area’s more mysterious reputation.  Each walk has been carefully curated to provide an engaging and atmospheric experience, blending history with storytelling to bring these tales vividly to life. Attendees will also be presented with evidence and historical context surrounding some of the events said to have occurred within the town.  Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply curious about the unexplained, these walks promise an intriguing and memorable journey through Telford’s haunted heritage.”

This circular walk will begin and end at Boardroom Gaming Café. Lasting approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, the route is on even ground and is suitable for those with mobility considerations.
Along the way, you’ll hear stories of harsh living conditions, unsettling local incidents, and chilling paranormal experiences.

This walk is in association with Wellington Town Council

Dawley Ghost Walk

Message from Boardroom Cafe “Pleased to announce a series of Historical Ghost and Grisly Tale Walks, inviting residents and visitors to explore the darker side of the town’s past.  These guided walks will take place across Ironbridge, Dawley, and Wellington, offering a unique opportunity to step back in time and uncover the stories that still linger in these historic locations. Participants will hear a collection of chilling accounts, including eyewitness testimonies, local folklore, and documented events that have shaped the area’s more mysterious reputation.  Each walk has been carefully curated to provide an engaging and atmospheric experience, blending history with storytelling to bring these tales vividly to life. Attendees will also be presented with evidence and historical context surrounding some of the events said to have occurred within the town.  Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply curious about the unexplained, these walks promise an intriguing and memorable journey through Telford’s haunted heritage.”

Beginning at Holy Trinity Church and finishing on Dawley High Street, this walk is not circular and includes a significant incline. We kindly encourage attendees to consider their mobility and comfort before booking.

This route explores some of the most unsettling stories from the area, from grim historical realities to unexplained happenings.

1.5 – 2hrs
The church is a starting location for this event only and are not involved with any arrangements. If you have any questions then please email theatre@telford.gov.uk

Motherhood

Adult £18 | Concession £16

Age guidance: 14+ | Show running time: 75 minutes, no interval

“Making the decision to have a child – it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body” – American author, Elizabeth Stone …

Forever? Really?

Actress and writer Elli Mackenzie thinks so and in this moving and yet hilarious work of autobiographical theatre Elli, explores the highs and lows, the frustrations, the joy, the bizarre and downright unbelievable aspects of raising children whilst running a family business *.

Join Elli, her husband Andy, an orangutan and a giant woodlouse as Oddsocks presents an “amazing” and “refreshingly honest piece of theatre.”

A must for mothers or anyone who has a mother.

*You don’t have to join Elli forever; the show lasts one hour and fifteen minutes.”

Track Adaptive Bike Session

First Saturday of the month | One-hour session | £7.50 per person to end May | £8.50 per person from June onwards

Saturday Adaptive Bike sessions will be running at Oakengates Leisure Centre as part of their inclusive Leisure offer at the running track.

The track has a fence surrounding the perimeter with a single gate for access. We will have a range of adaptive bikes to cater for a mixture of abilities; from side-by-side tandems to carer-controlled trikes and even a wheelchair loader!

This session is run with the support from DISKS Community Group

Our instructors will be there to help set up the bikes and help with any issues regarding the bikes. Please note we do have support staff on site, participants will still need to bring the level of support they require. This is not a drop off session.

Adults’ Activity Day

Outdoor activity day | Saturday 21st March | 9.30am to 4pm | Suitable for people aged 18+ | £40 | All participants to book a ticket and complete the Consent Form

We begin at the Arthog Outreach Centre at 9.30am where you will be greeted by Tom. You will be kitted out with the appropriate safety equipment and then hop on one of our minibuses for the short journey to the chosen destination. The bus journey may be up to 40 minutes long.

The activity will be planned by Tom during the weeks running up to the day to suit the needs of the participants and the predicted weather.

As our activities are adventurous, in extreme weather conditions, plans may need to be changed.

Childrens (10-17 yrs) Instructor Led Climbing Club (Thursday Afternoon)

5 week course | Thursdays 26 February to 26 March | 4pm to 5.30pm | Suitable for 10 to 17 year-olds | £35

The climbing club sessions are suitable for participants of all levels of experience.

Everyone will have the opportunity to just climb or develop their skills and knowledge under the guidance of a qualified and experienced climbing instructor.

There will also be the opportunity to work through the National Indoor Climbing Awards Schemes (NICAS)* Levels 1 and 2.
NICAS enables individuals t develop safe practice with the reassurance of a national standardised quality assured scheme and develops competence and confidence.

The children’s climbing club is supported by The Georgia Williams Trust.

Childrens (10-17 yrs) Instructor Led Climbing Club (Tuesday Afternoon)

5 week course | Tuesdays 24 February to 24 March | 4pm to 5.30pm | Suitable for 10 to 17 year-olds | £35

The climbing club sessions are suitable for participants of all levels of experience.

Everyone will have the opportunity to just climb or develop their skills and knowledge under the guidance of a qualified and experienced climbing instructor.

There will also be the opportunity to work through the National Indoor Climbing Awards Schemes (NICAS)* Levels 1 and 2.
NICAS enables individuals t develop safe practice with the reassurance of a national standardised quality assured scheme and develops competence and confidence.

The children’s climbing club is supported by The Georgia Williams Trust.

Childrens (10-17 yrs) Instructor Led Climbing Club (Tuesday Evening)

5 week course | Tuesdays 24 February to 24 March | 5.45pm to 7.15pm | Suitable for 10 to 17 year-olds | £35

The climbing club sessions are suitable for participants of all levels of experience.

Everyone will have the opportunity to just climb or develop their skills and knowledge under the guidance of a qualified and experienced climbing instructor.

There will also be the opportunity to work through the National Indoor Climbing Awards Schemes (NICAS)* Levels 1 and 2.
NICAS enables individuals t develop safe practice with the reassurance of a national standardised quality assured scheme and develops competence and confidence.

The children’s climbing club is supported by The Georgia Williams Trust.

Psychic Supper

The evening will include a 2 Course meal and 3 psychics joining your table giving messages and readings. Bring friends along and join us in a comfortable environment. Main meal is pre booked and dessert done via token to visit our tempting dessert table! The bar will be open for drinks.

Doors Open 7pm food service begins 7.20pm. Event usually ends around 10pm.

All seats will be reserved so if you need to sit with someone else who has booked separately please let contact the venue directly Tables of 10 will be exclusive to your group and numbers under we will add others to join your table.

Please note it is not guaranteed that you will get any reading or messages as this is not within our control.

No-one under the age of 16 without prior consent.


Food is from a set menu, please contact the venue well in advance of the event to obtain this and to make your choice. Please also  contact the venue directly to let them know of any dietary requirements/ intolerances:
– Email: cordingley@caseysvenues.co.uk
– Phone: 01952 606588