Dancing Queens Assemble: Abbamia to Light Up Christ Church Wellington on 4th July

Get ready to don your sequins and your platform boots—on Friday 4th July, Christ Church in Wellington, Telford, will transform into a glittering haven of disco nostalgia as Abbamia, one of the UK’s premier ABBA tribute acts, takes to the stage.

Starting at 7pm, this family-friendly evening promises a high-energy celebration of ABBA’s greatest hits, including favourites like “Super Trouper,” “Take a Chance on Me,” and “Dancing Queen.” 

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the magic of the Swedish supergroup, Abbamia’s performance is set to deliver a night of singalong joy and irresistible rhythms.

Tickets are priced at £10 (plus booking fee), with free entry for under-16s, making it an ideal outing for families and music lovers of all ages. A licensed bar will be available, offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to keep the energy high throughout the night.

Father Stuart Howes, Vicar of Christ Church, expressed his enthusiasm: “It promises to be a really good, fun night. We all grew up on the songs of ABBA, and it will be great to hear them being performed live in Christ Church, which is gaining itself quite a reputation as a venue for live music from choral evenings to tribute bands such as Abbamia.” 

Tickets can be booked by calling 01952 475831. Alternatively, they are available for cash purchase at Spinning Around Records on New Street in Wellington.

So, if you’re ready to relive the golden era of disco and celebrate the timeless tunes of ABBA, mark your calendar for 4th July and join the festivities at Christ Church Wellington. It’s time to say “Thank You for the Music” and dance the night away!

Christmas Festival for Hadley Parish Church

Hadley’s Parish Church, Holy Trinity which is at Hadley Hollow, Hadley, is set to stage another fantastic Christmas Festival from 11.30am ‘til 3.30pm on Saturday 7th December. Entry is free.

Parish Priest Father Stuart Howes (PICTURED) said: “It’s a joint effort between Holy Trinity and Christ Church, Wellington, our sister parish.

“Last year was a wonderful event and we believe this year’s festival will be even bigger, with hot food, hot chocolate and mulled wine, plus some festive tasty treats to enjoy whilst people browse the stalls including a gift stall. Also, don’t forget the freshly baked cake stall, which was a big hit last year.”

Father Stuart went on to say: “There will be music from the Telford Community Ensemble under director Brandon Corfield, plus carols with Carrie. There’ll be festive games including a human fruit machine, a tombola, pin the tail on the donkey and much more festive fun besides. You’ll be able to get your free donkey keyring whilst stocks last.

“And there’ll be a chance to craft your own festive items to take home with you.”

Joint Christmas Fete for Hadley and Wellington parishes on Saturday 2nd December

“Hadley’s Best Christmas Fete in years!” That’s the promise of Father Stuart Howes, Vicar of the twin parishes of Christ Church in Wellington and of Holy Trinity in Hadley.

“I’m confident this will be the best Christmas fete we’ll have had in several years. I say this because last year’s fete was a great success but with all the extra hard work parishioners have put into organising this year’s fete, I feel certain this one will be even bigger and better. This is because our members were working on it all year, making Christmas items and craft items to be sold at the fete and arranging the stalls and events all year.”

He went on to say: “There'll be fantastic events and features inside and outside the church. There’s a special Angel Corner with the Angel stained glass window, an angel trail in the church, with free angel brooches for visitors, there’ll be live music including the Telford Ensemble, organ music and more.

“Food will be available including hot soup and festive treats,  there’s a Christmas-themed tombola, a cake stall and craft stalls so visitors can snap up bargains as they’ll make excellent stocking fillers, there’ll be handmade baubles, cards and knitted items.”

He added: “This is a combined Christmas Fete shared by the joint parishes of Christ Church Wellington and Holy Trinity Hadley. The Fete takes place at Holy Trinity on Saturday Second of December and everyone from both parishes, church members and public are warmly welcomed. There’s free car parking near the church in Hadley centre.

“We know times are tough for many in our parishes so we extend an invitation to everyone young and old to come and participate in an event we’re sure will spread the magic and true message of Christmas to all. And please remember, our two churches are for everyone in our parishes, members or not, so please come along and see what we are doing.”

The fete takes place on Saturday 2nd December from noon until 4pm.