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SUMMARY:The Vault is Open: Access Heritage Tours
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, Soulton Hall has been more than a home; it is a coded message in stone\, designed by Sir Rowland Hill during a time of great peril. \nOur walls hold defiance\, sanctuary\, and the dawn of the Elizabethan Golden Age. \nJoin us for an intimate tour\, typically led by a member of the family. Should they be unavailable\, the tour will be led by one of our expert historians\, guaranteeing an authoritative and insightful experience. \nYou will step beyond the usual view to discover the building’s deeply layered\, sometimes secret\, heritage. These tours are your chance to unravel the truth\, stand in the footsteps of history\, and explore a tangible connection to the Tudor and Elizabethan periods. \nShakespeare\, Sanctuary\, and the Golden Age\nSoulton Hall is a tangible connection to the Tudor Period and the Elizabethan Golden Age. Sir Rowland\, a pivotal figure on the Privy Councils of four monarchs\, defied oppression by transforming his home into a clandestine base for work on publishing the Geneva Bible and the settelement it was delivered in to. \nThe house’s unique history and artistic network inspired William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy\, As You Like It. This connection is fndamental\, linking Soulton to the Lodge family and Thomas Lodge\, the writer of the source book\, Rosalynde (1590) and the dance of harmony that concludes the play. \nWhat You Will Explore on the Tour \nYour journey into the past includes unique access to: \n\nThe Concealed Chapel fivate family Prayer Room and Priest’s Hide\nThe ‘As You Like It‘ Dancing Pavement and the Rowland Hill Furniture\nA deeper sense of the Renaissance Codes woven into the structure\nThe Chess Court and Wren Steps\n\nThe tour concludes with a traditional cup of tea and a slice of cake\, offering time to reflect on the secrets you have unveiled. \nBooking Details and Availability\nJoin a popular Historic Houses Association Heritage Access House Tour. These special tours typically take place on select Sundays throughout the year. \nBooking is essential as spaces are strictly limited to preserve the intimate nature of the exploration. \nFollow the link below to view dates and book via the HHA site: \nhttps://www.historichouses.org/house/soulton-hall/visit/
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/hha-heritage-access-tour-3-2/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:Soulton Hall\, Soulton Hall\, Soulton Road\, Wem\, SHREWSBURY\, SY4 5RS\, UNITED KINGDOM\, Shrewsbury\, Shropshire\, SY4 5RS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Heritage Tour
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SUMMARY:Hamlet at Soulton Hall
DESCRIPTION:Hamlet: A Stalled Reckoning in the Moot Hall \nIt is with great pleasure that we announce the next chapter in our theatrical journey: Hamlet\, directed by Naomi Coleman. \n[Link: tickets for 05 September]\n[Link: tickets for 06 September]\nOn September 5 and September 6\, 2026\, Soulton Hall will host a candlelight production of this masterpiece\, led by the visionary Naomi Coleman and the Aethelflaed Theatre Company. \nThis production represents the conclusion of a remarkable seven-year cycle. Over this period\, all the world has indeed been a stage here at Soulton\, as we have platformed masterpieces ranging from Macbeth and As You Like It to Romeo and Juliet. Now\, we prepare to unlock this particular tragedy and add it to the Soulton canon. \nIn Hamlet\, the “law’s delay” is no accident; it is a calculated tool for those who believe their titles and their capacity for obstruction grant them immunity from the rules. \nPolonius embodies this “insolence of office.” As a fantasist who intercepts private correspondence and then manipulates reports\, he manufactures narratives to serve his own ends. His actions represent a dangerous overreach\, doubling down on his initial transgressions to create a false pretext in an attempt to bury the truth of his own conduct. When mutual obligations are so perversely broken\, such figures rely on the system to run down the clock\, hoping a manufactured fiction will eventually replace the facts. \nThe Moot Hall at Soulton Hall \nShakespeare understood that the law is a noble instrument\, yet one that can be rendered “tedious brief” when met with a refusal to meet a mutual obligation. This production serves as a reckoning for those who confect wounds to hide their own dirt\, or who feign integrity while remaining deeply blemished. It is for those who think they can step outside the law to build a fantasy at the expense of others. \nWe invite you to join us as we bring the echoes of the seventeenth century into conversation with the challenges of our own time\, witnessing the exposure of the “whips and scorns of time” before the turning point. \n‘Soulton Hall at Night \nThe choice of venue is paramount. This production will take place within our seventeenth-century courtroom\, the Historic Moot Hall. This space carries the distinct weight of regional trials and historical judgment. Crucially\, it stands on the foundation of Old Sir Rowland’s great hall—a location intimately familiar to the writer of the original source texts that Shakespeare transformed into his greatest works. \nThere is a profound resonance in hearing the Prince wrestle with “the law’s delay” and the “shuffling” of institutions within these specific walls. In a room built for the weighing of truths\, the struggle of Hamlet is not merely with legalities\, but with the frustration of a stalled reckoning—an ancient weight carried by those waiting for an entity to do what is right. \nSoulton Court at night \nJOIN US Septmber 6 & September 7\, 2026 The Moot Hall\, Soulton Hall \nSpecific performance times and ticketing details will be released in the coming weeks. We look forward to welcoming you to this landmark event.
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/hamlet-at-soulton-hall/2026-09-06/
CATEGORIES:Drama and theatre
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T170000
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SUMMARY:Workshop on the regional creative economy in the West Midlands\, organized by the University of Warwick.
DESCRIPTION:Workshop on the regional creative economy in the West Midlands\, organized by the University of Warwick.
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/workshop-on-the-regional-creative-economy-in-the-west-midlands-organized-by-the-university-of-warwick/
LOCATION:The Shirehall\, Abbey Foregate\,\, Shrewsbury\, SY2 6LY
CATEGORIES:Civic Event,Private Event (not open to general public)
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SUMMARY:Speaking Event\, Malibu\, California
DESCRIPTION:Provisionally\, there will be a seaking event in Malibu\, California that engages with the legacy of Old Sir Rowland Hill and As You Like It. \n  \nPlease note this event has been postponed.
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/speaking-event-malibu-california/
CATEGORIES:Civic Event
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SUMMARY:The Vault is Open: Access Heritage Tours
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, Soulton Hall has been more than a home; it is a coded message in stone\, designed by Sir Rowland Hill during a time of great peril. \nOur walls hold defiance\, sanctuary\, and the dawn of the Elizabethan Golden Age. \nJoin us for an intimate tour\, typically led by a member of the family. Should they be unavailable\, the tour will be led by one of our expert historians\, guaranteeing an authoritative and insightful experience. \nYou will step beyond the usual view to discover the building’s deeply layered\, sometimes secret\, heritage. These tours are your chance to unravel the truth\, stand in the footsteps of history\, and explore a tangible connection to the Tudor and Elizabethan periods. \nShakespeare\, Sanctuary\, and the Golden Age\nSoulton Hall is a tangible connection to the Tudor Period and the Elizabethan Golden Age. Sir Rowland\, a pivotal figure on the Privy Councils of four monarchs\, defied oppression by transforming his home into a clandestine base for work on publishing the Geneva Bible and the settelement it was delivered in to. \nThe house’s unique history and artistic network inspired William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy\, As You Like It. This connection is fndamental\, linking Soulton to the Lodge family and Thomas Lodge\, the writer of the source book\, Rosalynde (1590) and the dance of harmony that concludes the play. \nWhat You Will Explore on the Tour \nYour journey into the past includes unique access to: \n\nThe Concealed Chapel fivate family Prayer Room and Priest’s Hide\nThe ‘As You Like It‘ Dancing Pavement and the Rowland Hill Furniture\nA deeper sense of the Renaissance Codes woven into the structure\nThe Chess Court and Wren Steps\n\nThe tour concludes with a traditional cup of tea and a slice of cake\, offering time to reflect on the secrets you have unveiled. \nBooking Details and Availability\nJoin a popular Historic Houses Association Heritage Access House Tour. These special tours typically take place on select Sundays throughout the year. \nBooking is essential as spaces are strictly limited to preserve the intimate nature of the exploration. \nFollow the link below to view dates and book via the HHA site: \nhttps://www.historichouses.org/house/soulton-hall/visit/
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/hha-heritage-access-tour-3-2/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:Soulton Hall\, Soulton Hall\, Soulton Road\, Wem\, SHREWSBURY\, SY4 5RS\, UNITED KINGDOM\, Shrewsbury\, Shropshire\, SY4 5RS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Heritage Tour
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
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SUMMARY:Attendance at Windsor Castle this week to attend scheduled meetings
DESCRIPTION:Attendance at Windsor Castle this week to attend scheduled meetings.
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/attendance-at-windsor-castle-this-week-to-attend-scheduled-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Private Event (not open to general public)
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SUMMARY:The Vault is Open: Access Heritage Tours
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, Soulton Hall has been more than a home; it is a coded message in stone\, designed by Sir Rowland Hill during a time of great peril. \nOur walls hold defiance\, sanctuary\, and the dawn of the Elizabethan Golden Age. \nJoin us for an intimate tour\, typically led by a member of the family. Should they be unavailable\, the tour will be led by one of our expert historians\, guaranteeing an authoritative and insightful experience. \nYou will step beyond the usual view to discover the building’s deeply layered\, sometimes secret\, heritage. These tours are your chance to unravel the truth\, stand in the footsteps of history\, and explore a tangible connection to the Tudor and Elizabethan periods. \nShakespeare\, Sanctuary\, and the Golden Age\nSoulton Hall is a tangible connection to the Tudor Period and the Elizabethan Golden Age. Sir Rowland\, a pivotal figure on the Privy Councils of four monarchs\, defied oppression by transforming his home into a clandestine base for work on publishing the Geneva Bible and the settelement it was delivered in to. \nThe house’s unique history and artistic network inspired William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy\, As You Like It. This connection is fndamental\, linking Soulton to the Lodge family and Thomas Lodge\, the writer of the source book\, Rosalynde (1590) and the dance of harmony that concludes the play. \nWhat You Will Explore on the Tour \nYour journey into the past includes unique access to: \n\nThe Concealed Chapel fivate family Prayer Room and Priest’s Hide\nThe ‘As You Like It‘ Dancing Pavement and the Rowland Hill Furniture\nA deeper sense of the Renaissance Codes woven into the structure\nThe Chess Court and Wren Steps\n\nThe tour concludes with a traditional cup of tea and a slice of cake\, offering time to reflect on the secrets you have unveiled. \nBooking Details and Availability\nJoin a popular Historic Houses Association Heritage Access House Tour. These special tours typically take place on select Sundays throughout the year. \nBooking is essential as spaces are strictly limited to preserve the intimate nature of the exploration. \nFollow the link below to view dates and book via the HHA site: \nhttps://www.historichouses.org/house/soulton-hall/visit/
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/hha-heritage-access-tour-3-2/2026-11-01/
LOCATION:Soulton Hall\, Soulton Hall\, Soulton Road\, Wem\, SHREWSBURY\, SY4 5RS\, UNITED KINGDOM\, Shrewsbury\, Shropshire\, SY4 5RS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Heritage Tour
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SUMMARY:Preliminary Issue Trial Opening in NFU Mutual Group Action
DESCRIPTION:Case Name: \n\nSouth Farm Ltd & Others and\nInnventure Ltd & Others v. NFU Mutual\n\nCourt: \n\nHigh Court of Justice\, Business and Property Courts (Commercial Court)\n\nDate: \n\nTuesday\, 10 November 2026\n\nTime: \n\nAfternoon Session (Typically 2:00 PM)\n\nLocation: \n\nExpected to be The Rolls Building\, Fetter Lane\, London\n\nEvent Summary\nThis hearing marks the start of the substantive oral arguments in the Preliminary Issue Trial against NFU Mutual. After 1.5 days of judicial pre-reading (beginning Monday\, 9 November)\, the court will sit to determine critical legal questions regarding COVID-19 business interruption claims. \nWhy This is Significant\n\n\nSystemic Importance: This is one of the largest group actions against a single insurer\, representing over 100 venues (hospitality and farming businesses). \n\n\nKey Issues: The court will decide if NFU Mutual’s policy wordings—specifically the definition of an “incident”—cover the 2020 lockdowns. It will also address the AICOW (Additional Increased Cost of Working) provisions\, which could significantly increase the insurer’s total financial exposure. \n\n\nLong-Awaited: Policyholders have been seeking remedies for over half a decade; this trial follows a critical Case Management Conference held in December 2025 that joined the two largest claim groups together. \n\n\n\nSchedule at a Glance\n\n\n\nDate\nPhase\nDetail\n\n\n\n\nMon\, 9 Nov\nJudicial Reading\nCourt not in session; Judge reviewing evidence.\n\n\nTue\, 10 Nov (AM)\nJudicial Reading\nFinal pre-reading for the Bench.\n\n\nTue\, 10 Nov (PM)\nOpening Day\nSubstantive hearing commences.\n\n\n11 – 13 Nov\nOral Arguments\nEvidence and legal submissions continue.
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/preliminary-issue-trial-opening-in-nfu-mutual-group-action/
CATEGORIES:Civic Event
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SUMMARY:Ecumenical Service for St. Erkenwald's Day
DESCRIPTION:A special ecumenical service of reflection and worship will be held to mark the Feast Day of St. Erkenwald\, the patron saint of London. \nThis inclusive service welcomes attendees from all faiths and denominations\, honouring Soulton Hall’s history as a place of sanctuary and the spirit of religious harmony promoted by its builder\, Sir Rowland Hill. The service also acknowledges the recently emerged historical evidence linking St. Erkenwald’s legacy directly to the Hall. \nThis event is part of the Hall’s ongoing commitment to ecumenism and the preservation of nationally significant religious heritage.
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/ecumenical-service-for-st-erkenwalds-day/
CATEGORIES:Faith Event
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SUMMARY:The Vault is Open: Access Heritage Tours
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, Soulton Hall has been more than a home; it is a coded message in stone\, designed by Sir Rowland Hill during a time of great peril. \nOur walls hold defiance\, sanctuary\, and the dawn of the Elizabethan Golden Age. \nJoin us for an intimate tour\, typically led by a member of the family. Should they be unavailable\, the tour will be led by one of our expert historians\, guaranteeing an authoritative and insightful experience. \nYou will step beyond the usual view to discover the building’s deeply layered\, sometimes secret\, heritage. These tours are your chance to unravel the truth\, stand in the footsteps of history\, and explore a tangible connection to the Tudor and Elizabethan periods. \nShakespeare\, Sanctuary\, and the Golden Age\nSoulton Hall is a tangible connection to the Tudor Period and the Elizabethan Golden Age. Sir Rowland\, a pivotal figure on the Privy Councils of four monarchs\, defied oppression by transforming his home into a clandestine base for work on publishing the Geneva Bible and the settelement it was delivered in to. \nThe house’s unique history and artistic network inspired William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy\, As You Like It. This connection is fndamental\, linking Soulton to the Lodge family and Thomas Lodge\, the writer of the source book\, Rosalynde (1590) and the dance of harmony that concludes the play. \nWhat You Will Explore on the Tour \nYour journey into the past includes unique access to: \n\nThe Concealed Chapel fivate family Prayer Room and Priest’s Hide\nThe ‘As You Like It‘ Dancing Pavement and the Rowland Hill Furniture\nA deeper sense of the Renaissance Codes woven into the structure\nThe Chess Court and Wren Steps\n\nThe tour concludes with a traditional cup of tea and a slice of cake\, offering time to reflect on the secrets you have unveiled. \nBooking Details and Availability\nJoin a popular Historic Houses Association Heritage Access House Tour. These special tours typically take place on select Sundays throughout the year. \nBooking is essential as spaces are strictly limited to preserve the intimate nature of the exploration. \nFollow the link below to view dates and book via the HHA site: \nhttps://www.historichouses.org/house/soulton-hall/visit/
URL:https://soultonhall.co.uk/event/hha-heritage-access-tour-3-2/2026-12-06/
LOCATION:Soulton Hall\, Soulton Hall\, Soulton Road\, Wem\, SHREWSBURY\, SY4 5RS\, UNITED KINGDOM\, Shrewsbury\, Shropshire\, SY4 5RS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Heritage Tour
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