The magical worlds of JRR Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, will be brought to life at the Sarehole Festival in Birmingham on May 30 and 31. The two-day event takes place at Sarehole Recreation Ground in Hall Green, near the area where Tolkien found inspiration for Middle Earth.
Celebrating a Birmingham Legend
Tolkien spent his childhood in Birmingham from 1895 to 1911, and the city's industrial landscape and green spaces influenced his writing. The festival, organised by The Tolkien Society, will feature a talk with TikTok antique bookseller Tom Ayling, fantasy storyteller Jason Buck, falconry displays, and live 'battle' re-enactments.
Jojo Davies, volunteer event coordinator, said: "Join the Fellowship for a fantastic adventure to Sarehole Festival. There will be tales told by wandering storytellers, music and poetry, crafts and games for young hobbits and old adventurers alike."
What to Expect
- Storytelling and performances
- Falconry and arena battles
- Traders' stalls with treasures
- Hearty Shire-inspired food
- Face painting and crafts
Ticket Information
Tickets are available now and on the gate: £4 for children, £8 for adults, family passes for £15. Kids under five go free. Parking costs £5 per day (card only) at a field south of Cole Bank Road, postcode B13 0BD.
Getting There
Hall Green train station is 15 minutes away on foot, on the Kidderminster to Stratford-upon-Avon line. The number 5 bus from Birmingham city centre to Solihull stops near Sarehole Mill. Visitors can also cycle or walk along the Cole River through the Shire Country Park.
