SEVERN TRENT WATER TREATMENT PLANT (MINWORTH) with LUNCH AT THE WHITE HORSE INN IN CURDWORTH Join us for a tour of one of the biggest sewage treatment plants in Europe. Dealing with sewage of some 1.8 million people. See how dirty and run-off water flows into a hugh inlet before being filtered and treated then Read more

Join us for a day in Ludlow, with free time to explore the town, lunch at the Charlton Arms, where there are stunning views of the River Teme and Ludlow Castle, and a behind the scenes tour of the brewery. Here we will learn about the history of the brewery and how beer is made. Read more

Join us for the "Costume Tour" at the Royal Shakespeare Company Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon. We will be shown around the state of-the-art Costume Workshop to see first-hand how the costumes are made, from cutting, tailoring, and stitching to finishing techniques such as dyeing, printing and beading. This will be followed by a visit to the Read more

Sunday June 14th Coach trip to the privately owned Maxstoke Castle built in 1345. We leave at 10.15 arriving at 11.00. Afterwards we shall take lunch at the popular Plough Inn. EARLY BOOKING ADVISED. Maxstoke Castle, supports causes that benefit our local community. There will be a timed slot for us to tour the interior Read more

Port Sunlight Village is the finest surviving example of early urban planning in the UK and has remained largely intact since its foundation by William Lever in 1888.  It was built to house Lever's "Sunlight Soap" factory workers, but today is the home to a fascinating museum, world class art gallery and stunning parkland. After Read more

Come and see how Sherbourne Recycling Centre handles all your recycling waste collected by Solihull Council. The plant technology represents the first of its kind in Europe and is mainly operated fully automatic using robots, AI units and optical sorters handling 200,000 tons of waste per year. There are health and safety issues --you will Read more

On Sunday 18th January 2026 The Wine Events Company are showing the eighties classic film 'Dirty Dancing'  along with a themed tasting of 5 different wines at The Core Theatre. The film will be paused at appropriate moments to serve you your next glass of wine and share some interesting trivia about the film. What Read more

"The Choir of Man"--the best pub in the world--come ready to drink in the excitement. A wildly talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world -class wordsmiths, and sensational singers, this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all--live. An uplifting celebration of community and friendship where everyone is welcome, so don't miss this feel-good afternoon of Read more

Felley Priory Gardens in Nottinghamshire is a tranquil 2.5-acre space surrounding a historic Tudor manor house that was once an Augustinian priory. The garden is known for its structure, diverse plant collections, and peaceful atmosphere, offering a compelling display of color and interest throughout the year. Garden features and highlights: Read more

Our 2026 Autumn Colour Explosion: Westonbirt Arboretum In autumn, Westonbirt Arboretum is transformed into a living canvas of vibrant colours, with trees displaying fiery reds, golden yellows and rich ambers as they shed their leaves. The arboretum, home to a vast collection of temperate trees and shrubs, becomes a breathtaking natural spectacle, sometimes called the Read more