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Lightning McQueen, Tow Mater and Professor Z heading to Wellington Fan Fest this August 

Lightning McQueen, Tow Mater and Professor Z heading to Wellington Fan Fest this August. Following a successful debut last year, Wellington Fan Fest returns to Wellington Market Square on Saturday 22 August, bringing a full day of pop culture and family entertainment. 

Rooms available to hire

Annual report now available

AGM to take place 12th June 2026

This is a great opportunity to hear from our Board of Directors and ask any questions you may have.

Saturday Morning Cinema

Families across Telford and Wrekin will soon be able to enjoy the magic of the big screen for less, as Wellington Orbit launches its new Saturday Morning Cinema programme this July.

A New Chapter for Orbit: Faster Booking & 2026 Value Update

Amended showtimes in October/Early November due to ongoing renovation works

Orbit goes greener thanks to STCE Community Grant

From Small Acorns: The Story of Wellington Orbit

Upcoming Scaffolding Works at Wellington Orbit

Independent Cinemas Bring Creative Curating to Shropshire

Volunteer Spotlight: Sophie

Save the date: Orbit AGM to take place on 30th June 2025

Shropshire Independent cinemas join forces to launch a summer celebration of rural film and culture

Temporary disruption to our cafe – May/June 2025

Behind the scenes at Wellington Orbit as work begins on major renovation

Work starts on Phase 2 of Wellington Orbit’s Redevelopment

Midweek Wonders extended with new Sponsorship

Shropshire’s Independent Cinemas Seek Young Film Curators This Summer

Orbit brings Smaller Releases to the Big Screen for Local Audiences with Midweek Wonders

National Cinema Day returns on Saturday 31st August with tickets at £4

Wellington Orbit welcomes new Chair

Film Producer Q&A at Wellington Orbit

Wellington Orbit Unveils Exciting Line-Up of Summer Events

Meet Jo

Meet Midori

Meet Jan

Meet Catherine

Meet Beth

Meet Edmund

Orbit AGM will take place on 11th May 2024

Wellington Orbit throws open its doors ahead of redevelopment as part of 5th Birthday celebrations

Cinema ticket prices increasing from 2nd April

Future of Wellington’s Cultural Landscape secured with full purchase of our building

Introducing Orbit WOW: a new loyalty membership scheme for the community

Join Wellington Orbit for National Cinema Day 2023

‘Orbit Rocks’ to bring a day of joy and music to Wellington Market Square this September

Lights, Camera, Horsepower! Wheels & Reels brings the fusion of super cars & movie magic to Wellington

Chitty comes to Wellington – Schedule

“Exciting times ahead” Wellington Orbit Release Annual Report

Orbit brings the magic of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to Wellington this summer

Orbit’s 2023 AGM will take place on 10th July

Orbit invites community to have their say on the next phase of Wellington Orbit

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s another review

Suzume! Every frame could be a painting

Wellington orbit celebrates reaching 1000 members

Wellington Orbit set to receive funding boost following Levelling Up success

Cinema pricing increasing from 1st April 2023

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Orbit’s long-term future secured with purchase of freehold

Was Avatar: The Way of Water worth the wait after 13 years?

In memory of Fiona Hunter (1948-2022)

What’s on The Menu?

Lights, camera, action as live cinema arrives in Wellington

Orbit supports local filmmakers with red carpet premiere

Orbit to roll out red carpet to celebrate Black History Month

Social Investment Appeal off to Rapid Start

Orbit closed on 19th September to pay respect to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Orbit included in ambitious funding bid

New evening volunteer opportunities available

Rest in peace Geoff Fordham

“Exciting Future” Wellington Orbit Release Annual Report

Top Gun: 1986 and all that

Volunteering is more than just supporting your community

2022 AGM confirmed for 20th June

Creators Network for May

Wellington Orbit celebrates it’s 3rd Birthday

Orbit to celebrate the Best Of British with a free film festival

You are cordially invited to the Orbit’s Downton Afternoon Tea

The Full Monty: It’s certainly not perfect, but it’s not bad either.

Creators Network for April

Gary Delaney to speak at the Creators Network

The Batman – Review

Orbit joins UK Cinemas in hosting charity fundraiser screening in support of Ukraine

New group for Content Creators launches at Wellington Orbit

Orbit to go greener with new kitchen garden following grant award

There are two kinds of people in this world…

Wrekin Runners to host charity screenings at Orbit

Want to watch something Christmasy and timeless?

Jacob joins the content team at Wellington Orbit

Rebekah Fozard joins Board

Orbit awarded further funding from Culture Recovery Fund

Cinema returning to full capacity

Cinema ticket price increase from 1st October

Orbit rolling out red carpet for latest Bond film

Orbit Quiz Night this September

Orbit partners with ICO to launch a new streaming platform, Cinema Of Ideas.

Introducing Orbit’s new ‘Build Your Own’ menu

Free Cinema Day for over 60s on 17th August

Orbit Quiz Night returns this August

Orbit bring the band back together with a special cinema experience

Lights, Camera, Action at Wellington Cinema

AGM confirmed for 12th July

Orbit talks are back this month with Viva La Frida

Delorean time machine arrives in Wellington Square today

Great scott! The Orbit diner menu has landed

DeLorean flying into Wellington this May

Film programme launches on 5th May

Orbit receive recognition award from the Mayor of Wellington

Orbit grateful for vital funding from Culture Recovery Fund

Liam McClelland joins the Board

Orbit call for support to #SAVESITR

Second NHS care package delivery success

Orbit continues support for NHS staff at SaTH

Orbit showing love to NHS with hampers

Orbit to remain open as a takeaway

Cinema to close due to tier 3 restrictions

Meerkat Movies now accepted at Wellington Orbit

Boost for Independent cinema as it announces its VE Day Celebrations

Independent cinema leaves customers spellbound

Culture fund boost for Orbit cinema

Independent Cinema benefits from Culture Recovery Fund

Introducing Wellington Orbit’s Cults and Classics cinema nights

Wellington Orbit to run a season of “Covid-secure” films after winning a National Lottery grant

Cinema first invites everyone to fall in love with the big screen all over again

Wellington Orbit to screen exclusive interview with BAFTA Award Winner

Exciting times ahead as Orbit cinema to reopen on 31st July

“Exciting future” Wellington Orbit release annual report

2020 AGM Meeting Details

Wellington Orbit partners with Cheltenham International Film Festival online

BFI Boost for Wellington Orbit

Covid-19 Update

The Aeronauts Special Event

Wellington Orbit takes part in Telford Film Fesival

Phase 2 expansion opens this June

Wellington Orbit will open its newly completed Phase 2 expansion to the public this June, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the community owned arts centre.

Phase 2 Update – October 2025

Phase 2 Update – August 2025

Phase 2 Update – May 2025