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

Telford & Wrekin Council and the Clifton Community Arts Centre Limited (CCAC) trading as Wellington Orbit are proud to announce the acquisition of the former bank building in Market Square Wellington, that is home to Wellington Orbit with itsfantastic cinema and café and now to be further transformed to create a cultural hub for the […]

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Chitty comes to Wellington – Schedule

🌟 Get ready for an unforgettable day of family fun and enchantment at “Chitty Comes to Wellington” on 22nd July! 🎉✨ 🚗 Immerse yourself in the magical world of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and join us for an action-packed day filled with incredible activities for all ages! 🎭🎉 🎶 Sing along to the film’s iconic […]

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“Exciting times ahead” Wellington Orbit Release Annual Report

The community owned, independent cinema and arts centre spearheading the revival of Wellington, Shropshire has just released its annual report. Hosting many events, bringing live cinema to the community’s doorstep and even purchasing its building,  there is no doubt that it has enhanced the cultural offering of the town. Director Ray Hughes “The accounts shows […]

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

Wellington Orbit, a community cinema and arts centre based in Wellington, Shropshire, is celebrating a major step forward – the full acquisition of its premises thanks to a significant cash injection from Wellington Town Council. The purchase of the Orbit’s freehold marks a significant milestone in a decade-long fundraising effort that involved the support of […]

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Lights, camera, action as live cinema arrives in Wellington

Live cinema has arrived at Telford’s only independent cinema bringing a whole new genre of cinema to the community’s doorstep. Wellington Orbit, a community cinema and arts centre in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire has recently acquired equipment thanks to a grant from Wellington Town Council, which enables it to host live cinema event screenings. […]

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Orbit included in ambitious funding bid

Wellington Orbit, a not-for-profit organisation which opened in May 2019, has been included in the Levelling Up Fund bid for Wellington, submitted by Telford & Wrekin Council to the Government for consideration. The bid for the Orbit is over £1.4m which if successful will build on the success of the cinema and help to provide […]

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Orbit rolling out red carpet for latest Bond film

Wellington Orbit, an independent cinema in Telford, is rolling out the red carpet for the latest James Bond film, No Time To Die, starting with a 00:07am premiere on 30th September swiftly followed by Aston Martins and shaken martinis in the opening weekend. The long-awaited Bond movie had been completed over a year ago, but […]

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Free Cinema Day for over 60s on 17th August

Thanks to Wellington Town Council, Shropshire, Wellington residents over 60 can enjoy the film Big Fish on the big screen, a slice of cake and hot drink for FREE on Tuesday 17th August at Wellington’s very own Independent cinema!   This event is organised and funded by Wellington Town Council and we are delighted to […]

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Orbit bring the band back together with a special cinema experience

Telford’s only Independent cinema, Wellington Orbit have managed to secure an exclusive performance from Wellington’s very own Brass Band in Wellington Square, before their showing of the classic film Brassed Off. The band will perform a selection of music from the film along with other pieces as a treat to guests and the general public […]

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