Events 2008

 

Himley Hall is a commanding 18th Century building set amongst 180 acres of 'Capability' Brown landscaped parkland. Once the family home to the Earls of Dudley and host to royalty and high society, today it offers contemporary art and craft exhibitions during spring and summer, as well as prestigious conference facilities and guided tours. The Hall also provides a glamorous setting for civil wedding ceremonies and receptions and other special occasions.

 

Himley Park is now a premier events venue playing host to a variety of outdoor events from garden plant fairs and classic vehicle shows to the breathtaking Himley Fireworks display. Visitors may participate in golf, pitch and putt, fishing, orienteering, sailing or just simply a peaceful stroll around the park and picnic. The park is now visited by over 200,000 visitors each year.

 

 

For full details of all 2008 events at Himley Hall & Park download our Events 2008 brochure at the bottom of this page.

 

 

A favourite of every Express & Star reader, the renowned ‘pictures from the past' on their letters page has covered history and happenings throughout the Black Country for decades.  This is a unique opportunity to ‘step back in time’ with Himley Hall and the Express & Star and view a selection of over 300 images from their Photographic Library with subjects as diverse as Football and Slade to Royalty and Industry.

 

Admission to Himley Hall is free.  The hall is open from Sat 5 April  Tues - Sun 2.00 - 5.00 pm, Bank Holiday Mon 2.00 - 5.00 pm.

 

 

DATES FOR YOUR 2008 DIARY

 

 

Bring your picnic, tickets from Books Unlimited, Lower High Street, Stourbridge or Dudley Council Plus, Castle Street, Dudley on 01384 812812

 

SUN 27 JULY     FREE BAND CONCERT   2.30 – 5.00 pm  

Clive Miller Jazz Band in concert on the Hall lawns

 

 

SAT 9 – SUN 17 AUGUST   BLACKS LEISURE TENT SHOW

10.00 am – 6.00 pm

 

A gentle, guided, summer walk around the historic landscape of Himley Park. Learn about its fascinating history and its links with Edward VIII.   Free admission but pre-booking is essential, call 01384 817817.

 

SUN 10 AUGUST   FREE BAND CONCERT  2.30 – 5.00 pm

AD Concert Band in concert on the Hall lawns

 

SAT 16 AUGUST      SAILING TASTER DAY

Call Himley Hall Sailing Club on 01902 755149 to pre-book a free short taster lesson.

 

A gentle, guided, summer walk around the historic landscape of Himley Park. Learn about its fascinating history and its links with Edward VIII.   Free admission but pre-booking is essential, call 01384 817817.

 

Classic Vehicle Show organised by Transtar Promotions.  Admission  £ 5.00 with free car parking,

 

 

SUN  5  OCTOBER      BRIDAL FAYRE  10.30 am – 4.00 pm  Admission charge

 

SAT 1 NOVEMBER    HIMLEY BONFIRE & FIREWORKS    Gates open 4.30 pm  Bonfire lit 7.45 pm,  Fireworks 8.30 pm    Admission charge

 

10.30 – 5.00 pm   Admission charge

 

SAT 22 & SUN 23   NOVEMBER   CRAFT & CHRISTMAS GIFT FAYRE   10.30 – 5.00 pm  Admission charge

 

 

SAT 13 – SUN 14 DECEMBER    WINTER WONDERLAND

11.00 am – 5.00 pm    Traditional Christmas fun at Himley Hall & Park, admission by car just £ 4.00