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The Philip Astley Projects The Philip Astley Projects CIC leading the promotion of Philip Astley, his legacy, birthplace & allied arts, locally, nationally & internationally.

HQ: Philip Astley Centre. 25 Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2AE
www.philipastley.org.uk The Official page for the Philip Astley Project Celebrations. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the first circus ring in 2018 and Astleys legacy.

Lovely time last night at the LoveNUL awards. The Philip Astley Centre was voted to be in the running for the 'Visitor E...
10/10/2026

Lovely time last night at the LoveNUL awards. The Philip Astley Centre was voted to be in the running for the 'Visitor Experience' award. We didn't win but still great to be finalists. A wonderful vote of confidence from our visitors and friends.

Also great to be amongst such wonderful other Visitor Experiences including Apedale Heritage Centre, Brampton Museum, New Vic Theatre and The Rigger Venue.

Today is 'Creative Saturday' 10 October from 11am to 3pm, call into the Philip Astley Centre to take part in our free cr...
10/10/2026

Today is 'Creative Saturday' 10 October from 11am to 3pm, call into the Philip Astley Centre to take part in our free craft session, making your own woodland creatures from household objects.

Philip Astley Centre, Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffs, ST5 2AE.

Huge congratulations to Jim Worgan, long standing member of the Philip Astley Projects team, historian, and all round gr...
09/10/2026

Huge congratulations to Jim Worgan, long standing member of the Philip Astley Projects team, historian, and all round great guy, on his being awarded 'lifetime achievement award' at the loveNUL awards tonight. Well deserved!

Tomorrow is 'Creative Saturday' 10 October from 11am to 3pm, call into the Philip Astley Centre to take part in our FREE...
09/10/2026

Tomorrow is 'Creative Saturday' 10 October from 11am to 3pm, call into the Philip Astley Centre to take part in our FREE craft session, creating woodland creatures from household objects.

Philip Astley Centre, Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffs, ST5 2AE.

Great to visit the lovely Pinder's Circus yesterday. The Pinder family are great friends, supporters and sponsors of the...
09/10/2026

Great to visit the lovely Pinder's Circus yesterday. The Pinder family are great friends, supporters and sponsors of the Philip Astley Projects CIC, thank you for your continued support.

They have shows every day until Sunday at
Westbridge Park, 44 Stafford Rd, Stone, Staffs, ST15 0EX - before heading to Polesworth and Kibworth.

https://www.pinderscircus.com/

Philip Astley Centre is open today Friday 9 October and tomorrow Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm. Philip Astley Ce...
09/10/2026

Philip Astley Centre is open today Friday 9 October and tomorrow Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm.

Philip Astley Centre, Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2AE.

This next three Thursdays our Andrew Van Buren will be repeating his three 'Favourite Acts' Talks and Film Shows. If you...
08/10/2026

This next three Thursdays our Andrew Van Buren will be repeating his three 'Favourite Acts' Talks and Film Shows.

If you saw them before and want to hear the stories and see the acts again, or if you missed them last time, this is an ideal opportunity to relax, be entertained and have a laugh in great and relaxed company.

Watch magic, comedy, dance, music and more from the heyday of variety and circus up to present day.

2.00pm on Thursdays 15th, 22nd and 29th October.
Just £4.00 includes tea / coffee and biscuits.
All proceeds go to the Philip Astley Projects CIC.

Philip Astley Centre, Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2AE.

Philip Astley Centre opening times this week are Friday 9 October and Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm. We are clo...
08/10/2026

Philip Astley Centre opening times this week are Friday 9 October and Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm.
We are closed on the other days of this week for shows, workshops and private events.
Philip Astley Centre, Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2AE.

Philip Astley Centre opening times this week are Friday 9 October and Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm. We are clos...
07/10/2026

Philip Astley Centre opening times this week are Friday 9 October and Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm.
We are closed on the other days of this week for shows, workshops and private events.
Philip Astley Centre, Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2AE.

Philip Astley Centre opening times this week are Friday 9 October and Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm. We are clos...
06/10/2026

Philip Astley Centre opening times this week are Friday 9 October and Saturday 10 October from 11 am to 4pm.

We are closed on the other days of this week for shows, workshops and private events.

Philip Astley Centre, Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2AE.

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Newcastle Under Lyme
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