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Blists Hill Victorian Town Joins National Museums at Night Campaign

3rd March 2010 | Blists Hill Victorian Town Joins National Museums at Night Campaign

On Saturday 15th May, Blists Hill Victorian Town near Ironbridge in Shropshire is taking part in the national Museums at Night campaign, when cultural and historic attractions across the country will open their doors to visitors after dark Read More...

Bikers bring Easter cheer to the troops at RAF Cosford

1st March 2010 | Bikers bring Easter cheer to the troops at RAF Cosford

On Sunday 28th March, thousands of bikers from across the UK will join together for a massive ‘Ride Out’ in support of the Armed Forces Read More...

Easter fun in the Ironbridge Gorge

1st March 2010 | Easter fun in the Ironbridge Gorge

Have a go at Egg dancing, Hunt the chick and make 'flapping birds', easter themed tile and china painting. Make a weekend of it and stay in one of Shropshire's exclusive hotels at a special discounted rate.

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Marmalade Champions of the World!

24th February 2010 | Marmalade Champions of the World!

Ludlow Food Centre in Shropshire has defended its title as one of the best marmalade makers in the world. Read More...

Shropshire attraction and event shortlisted in national awards

23rd February 2010 | Shropshire attraction and event shortlisted in national awards

Blists Hill Victorian Town at Ironbridge and Festival at the Edge make shortlist in Enjoy England Awards for Excellence 2010 Read More...

James May Greets Visitors at RAF Cosford

15th February 2010 | James May Greets Visitors at RAF Cosford

Visitors to the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford will be in for an extra treat this half term when they are greeted by a life size model of James May from Top Gear. The model of James as a pilot is now on display in the Museum’s Visitor Centre with easy access for photos. Read More...

Museum Launches Battle of Britain Podcast Series

25th January 2010 | Museum Launches Battle of Britain Podcast Series

2010 marks the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. To commemorate this defining moment in the history of the Royal Air Force, the Royal Air Force Museum has, today, launched the first of twelve monthly podcasts which will explore throughout 2010 the history and mythology behind this legendary aerial conflict. Read More...

Ironbridge Gorge Museums take Sixth place in Little Chef's Top UK 51 Family Days Out

6th August 2009 | Ironbridge Gorge Museums take Sixth place in Little Chef's Top UK 51 Family Days Out

The Ironbridge Gorge Museums in Shropshire's stunning Severn valley have beaten off stiff competition from the UK's top visitor attractions to be crowned number six, in a brand new national family days out guide created from public nominations. Read More...

Restaurant Re-launch Goes Down A Treat

1st June 2009 | Restaurant Re-launch Goes Down A Treat

The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford, in conjunction with Aramark Catering, has officially re-launched its restaurant and menus with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Museums Visitor Centre. Read More...

New Street And Artisans' Quarter Opens At Blists Hill Victorian Town For Easter

10th March 2009 | New Street And Artisans' Quarter Opens At Blists Hill Victorian Town For Easter

This Easter visitors to Blists Hill Victorian Town in Shropshire's Ironbridge Gorge, will be the first to explore the magnificent new Canal Street. Read More...

Museum Honours Ethnic Minorities in New Exhibition

8th January 2009 | Museum Honours Ethnic Minorities in New Exhibition

The diversity of the Royal Air Force along with its multi ethnic past and present is celebrated in a new permanent exhibition. Read More...

Ironbridge Gorge Museums Win Best Cultural Experience

14th November 2008 | Ironbridge Gorge Museums Win Best Cultural Experience

The cream of the West Midlands tourist industry were gathered at a prestigious awards ceremony this week night for the Tourism West Midlands and Advantage West Midlands 'Excellence in Tourism Awards' held at the ICC in Birmingham. Read More...

Local Museum Wins

13th November 2008 | Local Museum Wins "Access For All" Award

The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford was last night awarded with the "Access for All Award" at the Tourism West Midlands Excellence Awards 2008 in recognition of its pioneering work in extending access to its multi-award winning Museum and National Cold War Exhibition. Read More...

STAGE by Dorothy Cross

2nd June 2008 | STAGE by Dorothy Cross

An exciting new video art installation by Dorothy Cross, an artist with an international reputation, has been commissioned by Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery. The work is inspired by the life and ideas of Charles Darwin, born in Shrewsbury in 1809, and launches the Darwin 200 celebrations in the town. Read More...