Athelstan 1100
Monday 20 - Sunday 26 July 2026
Join us for a week-long festival delivered by Tamworth Castle, St Editha’s Church and The Tamworth and District Civic Society. The week will include Anglo-Saxon living history, talks and lectures, music and more.
Find out what events are in store for the week below or download the programme (pdf):
| Monday 20 July | |
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| Lunchtime Piano Recital – St. Editha’s Church, 1pm Featuring a surprise, sensational, pianist performing a variety of classical works. Free. | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |
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| Brass Band Concert – Tamworth Bandstand, 2pm Featuring the St. John’s Ambulance Band, playing a variety of favourites. Free. | |
| Tamworth’s Anglo-Saxon Past Talk – Tamworth Castle, 7pm Learn about Anglo-Saxon history in this informative talk by renowned author Annie Whitehead. £12 (includes refreshments). Book a place at www.tamworthtickets.co.uk | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |
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| Flower Arranging Workshop – Ankerside Shopping Centre, 10am Learn the art of arranging beautiful flowers in this masterclass. No prior experience needed. £20, including all materials and an arrangement to take home. Book a place at www.tamworthtickets.co.uk | |
| Thursday 23 July | |
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| Tamworth Flower Festival – Church / Town Hall / Castle*, Open 10am - 2pm. A magnificent display of more than 50 arrangements, spread across three of Tamworth’s most important historic sites. | |
| Walking Tour of Tamworth – Tamworth Bandstand, 4pm A two-hour walking tour of historic Tamworth taking in the most important places and buildings. £10, pay on arrival. | |
| Friday 24 July | |
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| Tamworth Flower Festival – Church / Town Hall / Castle*, Open 10am - 2pm. A magnificent display of more than 50 arrangements, spread across three of Tamworth’s most important historic sites. | |
| Community Picnic – Tamworth Castle Grounds, 2pm Bring a picnic for family fun and children’s entertainment in the beautiful surroundings of the historical Castle Grounds. Free. | |
| Saturday 25 July | |
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| Tamworth Flower Festival – Church / Town Hall / Castle*, Open 10am - 2pm. A magnificent display of more than 50 arrangements, spread across three of Tamworth’s most important historic sites. | |
| Artisan Market – St. Editha’s Churchyard, 10am - 4pm Browse and sample local food, drink and crafts by artisan producers, in the tranquil surroundings of St. Editha’s Churchyard. Open 10 - 4pm. | |
| Cherry Fair and Procession – Tamworth Bandstand, 11am Join the annual Cherry Fair Procession and service, celebrating Tamworth’s Patron Saint. Don’t forget to wear something red! Free. | |
| Tamworth Community Gospel Choir – Tamworth Bandstand, 2pm An uplifting and vibrant performance of Gospel music. Free. | |
| Kingdom of Mercia family fun event – Tamworth Castle Grounds, 10am-4pm Expect Living History Encampments, Historical Demonstrations, Anglo-Saxon & Viking Heritage, Storytelling & Entertainment, Family Activities, Educational Experiences. Free. Supported by Mercia Distillery and Airborne Falconry. More information | |
| Sunday 26 July | |
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| Tamworth Flower Festival – Church / Town Hall / Castle*, Open 10am - 2pm. A magnificent display of more than 50 arrangements, spread across three of Tamworth’s most important historic sites. | |
| Festival Evensong – St. Editha’s Church, 6pm A traditional Evensong service, sung by the St. Editha’s Church Choir and followed by festive refreshments. Free. | |
| Kingdom of Mercia family fun event – Tamworth Castle Grounds, 10am-4pm Expect Living History Encampments, Historical Demonstrations, Anglo-Saxon & Viking Heritage, Storytelling & Entertainment, Family Activities, Educational Experiences. Free. Supported by Mercia Distillery and Airborne Falconry. More information | |
| Monday 20 - Sunday 26 July | |
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| Pop-up art gallery - Ankerside Shopping Centre, 9am - 3pm daily. A pop-up art gallery with scenic, portrait, glass, textile, design, sculpture, ancient and modern art on display. Free. More info: www.tamworthheritage.co.uk | |
* Admission fee applies to Tamworth Castle: half-price for flower festival visitors
THANK YOU to the following local businesses for supporting and sponsoring this year’s Athelstan1100 event:
- The Tamworth Tap
- Christopher’s and Peel Aldergate
- The Book Nook
- Tudor House Café
- The J. W. Pemberton Trust
- Ankerside Shopping Centre
- The Beardsley Trust
- St. Editha’s Church
- Tamworth and District Civic Society
- Lovejoy’s Art and Antiques
- Wylde’s Sweet Shop
- Tamworth Town Centre Forum
