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This year's theme: The Mariner

Sailing Around Middle-earth

Held Saturday & Sunday, May 15th & 16th 2010

Sarehole Mill Recreation Ground in the Shire Country Park, Birmingham.

This event, formerly known as the Tolkien Weekend, celebrates the life and works of the world-famous author J. R. R. Tolkien. It takes place at Sarehole Mill, Birmingham, where Tolkien lived with his family when he was young. The weekend has been held every May since 2000.

On the Sunday, we were pleased to welcome the current Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Birmingham, who in previous years have been heavily involved with the planning these events.

 

Viking

What was happening?

There were activities for all the family, including market, crafts and demonstrations.

See Activities for a selection.

Where is it?

The event is held in the recreation ground behind Sarehole Mill in the Shire Country Park

For directions see Getting There

What does it cost?

Admission to the event is free.

There is a small charge for the car park and there may be a charge for some of the activities.

There are also market, craft and refreshment stalls.

As numbers are limited some activities must be booked. Some can be booked on the day, but it is recommended that bus tours are booked in advance. See Bus Tours for details.