About The City Brief Tamworth

Your Personal Newsletter For All Local Events in Tamworth

Local Events in Tamworth

The City Brief brings people across Tamworth together by highlighting what’s happening locally each week, without the noise of exaggerated claims or overpromising.

In neighbourhoods like Wigginton Park, a woodsy retreat with grasslands and a tranquil pool just 1.2 kilometres from town centre, residents gather weekly for community walks along marked trails through native trees. These strolls often lead to informal meet-ups near the park’s small pond, where families exchange news or simply enjoy quiet time outdoors.

Further east, Drayton Manor Estate, situated two and a half kilometres from the heart of Tamworth, hosts seasonal celebrations tied to its historic gardens and nature trails. The estate’s independent shops join local volunteers in hosting heritage-themed markets every spring, drawing visitors seeking authentic crafts and locally sourced goods.

At Castle Grounds, a central green space surrounding the preserved Norman motte-and-bailey fortress, you’ll find events that reflect daily life rather than spectacle. During summer evenings, the Outdoor Events Programme runs live music performances beneath open skies on grassed areas near Tamworth Castle’s foundations. Theatre groups from nearby Staffordshire Regiments Museum stage short plays for children and adults alike.

Throughout autumn, St Editha's Square becomes a hub during Heritage Weekend with guided tours of Tamworth Town Hall and interactive displays about the Anglo-Saxon roots of this town. The event includes walking routes that connect to Middleton Hall & Gardens and links via footpath through River Tame Park toward Kingsbury Water Park’s nature trails.

Tamworth Market, held every Saturday morning along George Street, just steps from St Editha's Church, remains a staple for residents buying seasonal produce or sampling street food. In winter, The Snowdome transforms into Winter Lights at The Snowdome: an illuminated festival that features holiday-themed installations and family activities through December.

These events are not curated as attractions but exist where people live, and gather regularly in familiar places across Tamworth’s residential zones, green spaces, and mixed-use centres. You don’t need a map or itinerary; you only follow the weekly updates from The City Brief to see how your neighbours choose to spend time together.

What we Cover

Each week The City Brief highlights events happening across Tamworth – live music, theatre, food, family activities, markets and more.

Have a look at what's happening this week and this coming weekend.