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Shropshire Events
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There is a wide range of festivals, shows and events every year in
Shropshire. Below you can see a selection of main events in the local
area. For more detailed listings please see link below.
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here to visit the full Virtual Shropshire events guide.
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24.05.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Summer Season |
 various locations around
Shrewsbury
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| Entertainment & Art events for all throughout the summer. Music, theatre, street entertainment, and much much more. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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21.06.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
| Ludlow Festival |
 various locations around
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 872150
Email:
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| Major festival includinng open-air Shakespeare Play at the Castle, music & theatre around the town and a Fireworks Finale. |
| More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
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30.06.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
| Telford Shopping Centre 40th Anniversary |
 Telford Shopping Centre
Telford
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| For a week from the Centre will be host to a number of specially commissioned exhibitions and activities, including a visit from "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang", culminating in a day of free events and entertainment on Sunday 6th July. See link for details |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/tsc-40.shtml |
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02.07.2008 - 05.07.2008 |
| Arthur’s Plough |
 Fordhall Farm,
Tern Hill Road, Market Drayton, TF9 3PS
Tel: 01630 638 696
Email:
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| Chris Eldon Lee's musical play about the world famous Fordhall Farm. Veteran organic farmer Arthur Hollins took his children Ben and Charlotte to every sell-out performance of the original Arthur's Plough in 1991. Now the show has been revived and much revised to tell both their pioneering stories including the recent headline-grabbing fight to save Fordhall Farm. Performed by a dozen of the very best community actors in Shropshire and "The Mere Singers" choir and featuring performing pigs, dancing microbes and plenty of organic muck, mirth and magic! Tickets can be bought online at www.fordhallfarm.com Adults £10, Concessions £7.50 |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/arthurs-plough.shtml |
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04.07.2008 - 05.07.2008 |
| Church Stretton Ale Trail |
various pubs around
Church Stretton,
Tel: 07905 504065
Email: geoff@aletrailorg.
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| Your ticket acts as your passport to nine great pubs, serving up THE BEST in real ales and other beverages. Collect a stamp at each pub to receive a certificate and commemorative Ale Trail pint glass. Travel by mini-bus, forget the car and join in the 2008 Ale Trail party! Fri. 7pm-12am, Sat. 12pm-12am £10 |
| More: www.aletrail.org |
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LEASOWES BANK MUSIC FESTIVAL |
04.07.2008 - 26.07.2008 |
| Music at Leasowes Bank |
Leasowes Bank Farm,
Ratlinghope, Nr Church Stretton SY5 0SW
Tel: 01743 790769
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| One of England’s remotest music festivals. Located 10 miles to the south of Shrewsbury between the dramatic rocky outcrops of the Stiperstones and the Long Mynd. Concerts cover a diverse range of music, this year featuring English Serenata, Snapdragon, Chamber Music Company, Rockin' in Rhythm, & British Standard Time. |
| More: www.leasowesmusicfestival.co.uk |
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05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
| 1940's Weekend |
 Severn Valley Railway,
Bridgnorth - Kidderminster
Tel: 01299 403816
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| The 1940's will be back in full swing on the trains and station platforms of the SVR. There will be Glen Miller music, Germans, spies and more. (Also weekend 28 & 29 June) |
| More: www.svr.co.uk |
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05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
| Mountainboard Championships |
The Edge Activity Centre
Walton Grange, Much Wenlock, TF13 6PP
Tel: 01952 727491
Email: info@theedgeadventure.co.uk
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| The Edge will be hosting this years biggest event the final of the National ATBA series. Saturday is racing, and Sunday is freestyle jumping. Public invitied to watch. £3 |
| More: www.theedgeadventure.co.uk |
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05.07.2008 - .. |
| Ditton Priors Country Show & Fayre |
Oak Farm,
Station Road, Ditton Priors, Bridgnorth WV16 6SS
Tel: 01746712393
Email: stuartwentworth@hilift.wanadoo.co.uk
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| A day out for all the family, to incude, Fun Dog Show, Gundog Scurry, Clay Shoot, Licensed Bar, BBQ, Tea & Cakes,Birds of Prey, Bouncy Castle, Trade Stands. 12 noon till 5pm Adults £2.00 Seniors £1.00 |
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06.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
| Fordhall Family Fun Day & Summer Fair |
Fordhall Farm,
Market Drayton TF9 3PS
Tel: 01630 638696
Email: project@fordhallfarm.com
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| Come along to our Summer Fair and enjoy fishing on the river Tern, guided walks, a farmers market, Shire horses, bee keeping, wool spinning and lots lots more 11am -4pm £5 per car or free to walk or cycle |
| More: www.fordhallfarm.com |
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09.07.2008 - 12.07.2008 |
| Arthur’s Plough |
Home Farm Attingham,
Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY4 4TN
Tel: 01630 638 696
Email:
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| Chris Eldon Lee's musical play about the world famous Fordhall Farm. Veteran organic farmer Arthur Hollins took his children Ben and Charlotte to every sell-out performance of the original Arthur's Plough in 1991. Now the show has been revived and much revised to tell both their pioneering stories including the recent headline-grabbing fight to save Fordhall Farm. Performed by a dozen of the very best community actors in Shropshire and "The Mere Singers" choir and featuring performing pigs, dancing microbes and plenty of organic muck, mirth and magic! Tickets can be bought online at www.fordhallfarm.com Adults £10, Concessions £7.50 |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/arthurs-plough.shtml |
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11.07.2008 - 14.07.2008 |
| Wenlock Olympian Games |
 Much Wenlock Sports Centre
Much Wenlock
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| Much Wenlock is the birthplace of William Penny Brookes, founding father of the Modern Olympic Games. It was in 1850 that the first ever Olympian Games were held in Much Wenlock and they are still held here annually! |
| More: www.wenlock-olympian-society.org.uk |
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11.07.2008 - 11.07.2008 |
| Quarry Concert - Katie Melua |
 The Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| A night with Europe's current biggest selling female solo artist - for one night only, Katie Melua is in Shrewsbury. In 2003 19 year old Katie shot to the top of the UK charts with her album Call Off The Search, featuring the single Closest Thing to Crazy. She then went on to become the biggest selling female artist for the next two years. Her two albums, the second of which contained the hit Nine Million Bicycles, have sold nearly 8 million copies to date. Enjoy this picnic style concert culminating in a grand firework finale at approx. 10.30pm. Bring your own food and drink, tables and chairs. Catering and refreshments available including a bar serving soft and alcoholic beverages. 7.30pm (Gates open 6.00pm). £32.50 (£20 under 15's, free under 5's. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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12.07.2008 - 12.07.2008 |
| Quarry Concert - The Magic of the 80's |
 The Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| A show packed full of the stars from the 80s. Rick Astley, Bananarama, Midge Ure, Toyah, Heaven 17, T'Pau and Nick Heyward will be performing some of their greatest hits including - Vienna, Never Gonna Give You Up, Venus, Robert De Niro's Waiting, China In Your Hand, It's A Mystery, I Want You Back, Love Plus One, If I Was, Together Forever, Temptation, Come Live With Me, I Want To Be Free, Heart and Soul. Enjoy this picnic style concert culminating in a grand firework finale at approx. 10.30pm. Bring your own food and drink, tables and chairs. Catering and refreshments available including a bar serving soft and alcoholic beverages. 7.30pm (Gates open 6.00pm). £32.50 (£20 under 15's, free under 5's. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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12.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
| Oswestry Food and Drink Festival |
various locations around
Oswestry
Tel: 01691 655615
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| Exhibiting the best food suppliers & producers, from Oswestry and The Borders. |
| More: www.oswestryfoodfestival.co.uk |
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12.07.2008 - .. |
| The Allen Francis Big Band |
 Dudmaston Hall
Quatt, nr. Bridgnorth WV15 6QN
Tel: 01746 780866
Email:
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| Set in the beautiful surroundings of Dudmaston's lakeside gardens the Allen Francis Big Band are sure to make the evening go with a swing! Tea-room will be open to serve drinks and light refreshments & picnicking is permitted. Booking essential. Gates open at 6:30pm.7:30pm-10pm Adult £15, Child £10, Family £40 |
| More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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13.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
| Ironbridge Gorge Brass Band Festival |
Dale End Park
Ironbridge
Tel: 07952 926552
Email: ironbridgebbf@tiscali.co.uk
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| Some of the Countries Top Brass Bands, Market Stalls and Fun for all the family. Lots for everyone to do and see.Giant BBQ 11am till 6pm FREE |
| More: www.ironbridgebandfestival.co.uk |
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13.07.2008 - .. |
| Richard's Castle Soap Box Derby |
Hanway Common, Richard's Castle
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 831648
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| The derby raises money for many charities. Come and feel the thrill of the hill where the home-made carts reach up to 30-40MPH. Food, rally cars, vintage vehicles, car boot, bouncy castle. From 8am |
| More: www.richardscastlesoapbox.co.uk |
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18.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
| Nozstock Festival 2008 |
Rowden Paddocks,
Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4LS
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Email: noz@nozstock.com
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| Set to wow 3000 revellers with a variety of music, spanning rock, indie, folk and dance over six stunning stages, Nozstock’s entertainment is shockingly broad-ranging and high in quality for such an intimate venue. 6pm Friday - 5am Sunday £35 (13 and under free) free camping + parking |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/nozstock-2008.shtml |
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18.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Festival At The Edge |
Stokes Barn,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01939 236626
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| This is the 17th storytelling festival Storytellers and guests from overseas as well as the UK. Plus music, real ale. |
| More: www.festivalattheedge.org |
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19.07.2008 - 03.08.2008 |
| Church Stretton and South Shropshire Arts Festival |
Various locations in and around
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 724106
Email: ronandbreda@supanet.com]
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| Offering a daily exhibition of local artists and photographers, professional concerts, plays and talks, plus morning coffee concerts and lunchtime organ recitals. See website for full details |
| More: www.strettonfestival.org.uk |
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19.07.2008 - 07.09.2008 |
| Art Cafe Summer Festival |
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Tel: 01588 676060
Email: lesleymcknightuk@aol.com
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| Natural Beauty: Secret Hills Art Cafe Summer Exhibition will also include a 4-day Summer school programme of workshops and taster sessions (4-7 August). 10:30am |
| More: www.secrethillsartcafe.co.uk |
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19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
| Hole the Wall Concert |
Hopton Court,
Hopton Wafers, Cleobury Mortimer DY14 0EF
Tel: 01299 270734
Email: info@holeinthewallconcert.co.uk
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Killer Queen featuring Patrick Myers, Treacle, The Facez in concert at Hopton Wafers.
Gates open 6.00pm. Discounted tickets online 6.00pm to 11.30pm Adult £22 under 12's £11 |
| More: www.holeinthewallconcert.co.uk |
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19.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Annual Sweet Pea Show |
 Thomas Adam School,
Wem
Tel: 01948 840799
Email: johnandvalgood@tiscali.co.uk
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| The Sweet Pea Show is held in each year in July, to celebrate the close association Wem has with sweet peas & Henry Eckford. Floral arrangement competitions in the school, Judging of individual Sweet Pea growers and some seeds for sale. |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/sweet-pea |
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19.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| International Large Model Aircraft Rally |
 Royal Air Force Museum Cosford,
Nr Shifnal, TF11 8UP
Tel: 01902 376211
Email:
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| The biggest large model aircraft show in Europe. An airshow in miniature with large models flown on the grounds. 10am-6pm Adult £9, OPA £7, Child £5, Family £20, Camping £40 |
| More: www.rafmuseum.org.uk |
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19.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Trevithick 200 Engine Rally |
various locations around
Bridgnorth
Tel: 01746 769374
Email:
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| On Trevithick's 200th anniversary year there will be steam rollers and traction engines being led by the Trevithick Camborne road locomotive 'the Puffing Devil'. Recreation of 'Catch me who can' the world's first steam loco to have passenger carrying vehicles designed by Trevithick, on view in Severn Park. |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Hole in the Wall Concert. |
Hopton Court,
Hopton Wafers, Cleobury Mortimer, DY14 0EF
Tel: 01299 270734
Email:
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| An open air concert set in an 18c garden. Program includes 'Treacle', 'The Facez', Gary Pease as Rod Stewart, also Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury. Bar, Pig roast. Gates open at 6pm for picnics. |
| More: www.holeinthewallconcert.co.uk |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Newport Show |
Chetwynd Park,
Newport
Tel: 01952 810814
Email: info@newportshow.co.uk
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| Band of the Parachute Regiment, motorcycle stunts, a grand parade of livestock, parade of hounds, inter-hunt relay, Morris Dancing, food hall, cooking theatre, trade marquee, book and bottle stalls. |
| More: www.newportshow.co.uk |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Robert Hardy at Battlefield 1403 |
Battlefield 1403 Farm Shop, Café and Visitor Centre,
Battlefield, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DB
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| Battlefield 1403 is a new farm shop, café and visitor centre for the Battle of Shrewsbury. It opened to the public on April 14th and Robert Hardy will be officially opening it on 19th July, the weekend of the anniversary of the Battle of Shrewsbury. 11.00am |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/battlefield-opening.shtml |
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20.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Opera in the Square - Don Pasquale |
 The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
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| Don Pasquale by Gaetano Donizetti and performed outdoors by the Garden Opera Company. Donizetti's comic masterpiece, has a freshness which never falters. First performed in 1843, the story rings true today as if it were minted yesterday. Sung in English, the opera sparkles with wit and the most enchanting music. 'It is deliciously funny and compassionate, and well suited to Garden Opera's style and resources. 6.00pm £13 / £8 or free to stand. |
| More: www.gardenopera.co.uk |
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20.07.2008 - .. |
| Country & Western Music Festival |
Powis Castle Showground,
Welshpool, Powys, Wales SY21 8RF
Tel: 01938 552563
Email: info@heulwentrust.co.uk
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Bands: Hank Muldoon & The Hangovers; Steve Raymond Band; Smokey Mountain Boys; B J Locklin; Paul Challinor; Country Roadshow; Many Rivers Indian Dance plus bar, funfair, line dance, trade stalls.
Adults £7, OAP's £5, Under 16's £1 |
| More: www.heulwentrust.co.uk/pages/cwf/cwf.html |
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26.07.2008 - .. |
| Bishop's Castle Show |
various locations around
Bishop's Castle
Tel: 01588 630290
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk
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| A huge variety of trade stands, excellent standard of livestock, the 'favourite' dog show, local produce and main ring events with horses, vintage vehicles, music and more. |
| More: www.bishopscastle.co.uk |
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26.07.2008 - .. |
| Proms Spectacular |
 Weston Park,
Weston-under-Lizard, Nr. Shifnal, TF11 8LE
Tel: 0845 2256020
Email: enquires@weston-park.com
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| Outdoor concert begining with a dramatic aerial display by an original WW2 Spitfire. The English National Orchestra leads the audience through a superb programme of popular classics, film themes and favourites associated with "Last Night of the Proms". Fireworks finale. |
| More: www.weston-park.com |
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27.07.2008 - 27.07.2008 |
| Peter Pan |
 The Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
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| The little boy who never grew up... join Heartbreak in Neverland with this fun-filled, adventure fantasy for all the family. By Heartbreak Productions. 5.00pm outdoor performance – please bring chairs / rugs / picnics. £11 / £8.50 in advance. Sponsored by Whittingham Riddell |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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02.08.2008 - 03.08.2008 |
| Living Van Weekend |
 Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| All the fun of the fair will come to Ironbridge Gorge when the annual Living Van Weekend takes place at Blists Hill Victorian town over the weekend. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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02.08.2008 - .. |
| Oswestry Agricultural Show |
Park Hall Showground,
Oswestry
Tel: 01691 654875
Email:
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| Livestock competitions & horticultural displays. Full programme of entertainment plus food & craft stands. |
| More: www.oswestryshow.co.uk |
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03.08.2008 - 08.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury International Soccer Festival |
Shrewsbury Sports Village,
Sundorne Road, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ
Tel: 01686 627100
Email: soccerdests@btinternet.com
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| An International Soccer tournament for young players aged 8-19, boys & girls, professional & club teams. Opening ceremony Sunday 3rd August, daily football, top teams - 2007 featured Mexico, USA, Canada, Argentina. Great day out! |
| More: www.soccerdestinations.com |
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06.08.2008 - .. |
| Much Ado About Nothing |
 The Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
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| Returning to Shrewsbury Castle following their critical and sell-out production of Romeo and Juliet. The Lord Chamberlain's Men present Much Ado About Nothing - A glorious summer comedy for all the family. Outdoor performance. Bring a low back chair, a glass of something chilled and enjoy Shakespeare as it should be. "A brilliant evening, a wonderful production" The Guardian. Sponsored by Whittingham Riddell |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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07.08.2008 - .. |
| Burwarton Agricultural Show |
 Cleobury North
Between Bridgnorth & Ludlow
Tel: 01746 787535
Email:
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| Burwarton Show is one of the country's top one-day agricultural shows. |
| More: www.burwartonshow.co.uk |
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09.08.2008 - 10.08.2008 |
| Loton Park Hillclimb |
 Loton Park
Alberbury, nr Shrewsbury SY5 9AG
Tel: 01902 896699
Email: clubsec@hdlcc.com
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| Midland hillclimb Championship plus Porsche Championship 9.30-5.30 £8.00 (9th) £10.00(10th) |
| More: www.hdlcc.com |
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09.08.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Shropshire Open Art Exhibition |
 Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 355159
Email: info@gateway-gallery3.co.uk
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| An exhibition of 2D and 3D work by artists and makers throughout Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, selected from an open submission. Various prizes on offer. For more information, including how to submit work please contact: The SADAA Art Panel, The Gateway, Chester Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1NB |
| More: www.gateway-gallery3.co.uk |
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09.08.2008 - .. |
| An Evening with Willard White |
St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
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| Robeson Re-explored. Sir Willard explores more of the repertoire and life story of this important icon of the last century. The programme includes Negro spirituals, British folk song and classic early jazz songs. Sponsored by Wrexham & Shropshire. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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09.08.2008 - .. |
| Combermere Abbey Firework Champions |
Combermere Abbey,
Whitchurch, SY13 4AJ
Tel: 0845 8334428
Email: estate@combermereabbey.co.uk
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| 4 of the UK's leading professional firework display companies, each firing a 10 minute show designed and choreographed to music. The winner is decided by audience text voting. Firework Demo, Khoom Fay lantern launch. Gates open at 5pm, Show begins at 9.30pm Prebook Adult £13, Child £5; At gate Adult £15, Child £5 |
| More: www.combermerefireworks.co.uk |
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15.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Flower Show |
 The Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 234050
Email: info@shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk
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| More than three million blooms fill the huge floral marquees and there’s a full, all-day programme of music and entertainment for adults and children alike. Attractions for the 2008 show include the following: Chris Beardshaw, Gardening Personality / Hayley Westenra, New Zealand, Classical Singer / Bolddog Lings, Motorcycle Stunt Display / Surprise Celebrity Chef, Saturday. 10.00am - 10.15pm approx |
| More: www.shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk |
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15.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
| Farmer Phil's Festival |
Gatten Farm,
Rattlinghope, Church Stretton
Tel: 01588 650459
Email: phil@farmerphilsfestival.co.uk
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| Annual friendly family music. Battle of the bands, revolving stage. Two days of music, good food and drink, children's corner, trade stalls. |
| More: www.farmerphilsfestival.co.uk |
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| Paganini at The Lion |
The Lion Hotel,
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UY
Tel: 01743 281043
Email: maggie.love@shrewsbury.gov.uk
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| An evening celebrating 175 years since Paganini played at the Lion Hotel Shrewsbury. Combined with a wonderful dinner there will be music recreating the original evening in August 15th 1833 by the violinist Madeleine Easton. She will play a selection of the renowned Caprices during the meal and then perform with Gary Cooper and Kate Manly upstairs in the wonderful Adams Ballroom. Sponsored by Hatchers. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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17.08.2008 - .. |
| Chorley Show |
Chorley Showground, off B4363,
Chorley, Nr Bridgnorth WV16 6PP
Tel: 0700 5980014
Email: christibbits@chorley-village.org.uk
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| A real traditional village show where everyone mucks in to make it great. There's lots of entertainment both in the main ring and outside. Confirmed main ring attractions include Kingdom Horse (Horse Whispering Demo), Wye Valley Axemen, Joseph's Amazing Racing Pigs. Plus sideshows, craft demonstrations, dog show, local produce, children's special events,local brew tent, music... and more! |
| More: www.chorleyshow.co.uk |
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21.08.2008 - .. |
| Charley's Aunt |
 The Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
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| Bright, intoxicating and frothy farce - laughs are guaranteed in this brilliant and world-renowned comedy. Outdoor performance by Heartbreak Productions. Sponsored by Whittingham Riddell 7.30pm |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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22.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Folk Festival |
 West Mid Showground,
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Tel: 01746 768 813
Email: sandra@shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
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| The Midlands Top Folk Festival will be once again entertaining the crowds in Shrewsbury. Headliners include Richard Thompson, The Duhks, Bellowhead, Oysterband and Lunasa. See website for full line-up. |
| More: www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk |
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22.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| The ROCKnROOTs Festival |
Rye Meadows
Much Marcle, Nr Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2LX
Tel: 01269 596056
Email: info@acousticfestival.co.uk
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| 4 Day Festival with Camping. Jefferson Starship, Cerys Mathews, Curved Air, Marilion, The Wurzels and Steve Cropper. Folk Roots Blues Psycodelia n Rock in 3 Huge Marquees. 11.00 am - 11.30 pm £36 Day £90 Weekend £99 including camping |
| More: www.rocknroots.co.uk |
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22.08.2008 - 30.08.2008 |
| Bridgnorth Music Festival |
various locations around
Bridgnorth
Tel: 01746 862240
Email: web-master@bridgnorthmusicfest.com
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| Showcasing local bands, song and dance groups with music to fit everyones's tastes - rock, folk, jazz, punk. Live concert in the High Street on Sunday 24th. In aid of Hope House. |
| More: www.bridgnorthmusicfest.com |
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23.08.2008 - .. |
| Ellesmere Carnival |
Cremorne Gardens,
The Mere, Ellesmere SY12 0PA
Tel: 01691 624488
Email: ellesmereinfo@northshropshiredc.gov.uk
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| Annual Bank Holiday event with 2 parades through the streets of Ellesemere. The 2nd parade is illuminated. Entertainment through the day in the gardens. 10am-10pm, 1pm parade, 8:30pm illuminated parade |
| More: www.ellesmerecarnival.com |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Children's Festival |
Oldbury Wells School,
Oldbury Wells, Bridgnorth
Tel: 07929 835796
Email: stephen.derges@childrens-festival.co.uk
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| Fantastic fun and learning experiences for all the family. Sports, arts, entertainment, drama, music, community activities and it's all free. So much to do, see and be involved with. 11am - 6pm FREE |
| More: www.childrens-festival.co.uk |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Church Stretton Food Fayre |
various locations around
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 751245
Email: info@foodfayre.org
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| A local favourite with everyone with lots of tasting, drinking, music & local produce. Including an appearance by Celebrity chef Mark Earnden. |
| More: www.foodfayre.org |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| County of Salop Steam Engine Rally |
 Onslow Park,
Shrewsbury SY3 5EE
Tel: 01743 792 731
Email: enquiries@shrewsburysteamrally.co.uk
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| The fantastic spectacle of 1,000 vehicles, superb steam engines, and beautifully preserved private and commercial vehicles, showman's engines, steam traction engines, steam rollers. Full Arena Programme, trade stands and more Gates open 9.30am |
| More: www.shrewsburysteamrally.co.uk |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Shropshire Game and Country Fair |
Chetwynd Park,
Newport
Tel: 01588 672708
Email:
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| Countryside displays, main arena events, lakeside arena, horses, dogs, flycasting, shooting. |
| More: www.countryfairs.info |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Teddy Bear's Picnic |
 Telford Steam Railway,
The Old Loco Shed, Bridge Road, Horsehay, TF4 2NF
Tel: 07765 858348
Email:
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| Annual outing for all those Teddy bears. Our bears will be having their picnic by the railway, you can view them from the train. Sweets for all Children bringing their own teddy. Picnic area and tea room. |
| More: www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk |
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25.08.2008 - .. |
| Ironbridge Coracle Regatta |
Ironbridge Rowing Club,
Coalbrookdale, Telford
Tel: 01952 432769
Email: finance@greenwoodcentre.org.uk
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| Based along the banks and in the River Severn coracle makers and paddlers from all over the UK meet for madcap team games, fierce competitions, have a go at paddeling, construction demonstrations, crafts. |
| More: www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk |
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29.08.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury International Street Theatre Festival |
 Streets of Shrewsbury,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 07963 857 596
Email:
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| A three-day feast of great entertainment on the streets of Shrewsbury. Top-flight street theatre performers from around the globe gather for the big fling of the Shrewsbury Summer Season. |
| More: www.shrewsburystreetfest.co.uk |
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30.08.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
| American and Classic Car Show |
Oswestry Showground,
Oswestry, Shropshire
Tel: 01204 594531
Email: sam@aacnw.com
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| After Last years sucess the AACNW is holding another Northern Nationals. With entertainment all weekend including live music. Lots to see and do a real family event 10.00am - 10.00pm 5.00 per car, |
| More: www.aacnw.com |
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30.08.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
| The Montgomery Waterway Festival 2008 |
Welshpool Town Wharf and Maesydre Recreation Ground,
Welshpool
Tel: 01352 720649
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| A multi-centered festival to raise the profile of the restoration works on Montogomery Canal. Crafts, horse-drawn boat trips, demonstrations, canoeing, fishing, model boats, WOIW for children, sample local food and drinks. |
| More: www.monty08.com |
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06.09.2008 - .. |
| Wem Carnival |
various locations around
Wem
Tel: 01939 236150
Email: louise.green1809@tesco.net
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| Wem Carnival is a celebration of community spirit uniting all generations in a day of fun, music, dance and laughter. |
| More: www.wemcarnival.com |
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07.09.2008 - .. |
| Living Well Festival 2008 |
 Shrewsbury Castle and Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 235334
Email: info@solaceacademy.co.uk
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| Encouraging a healthier, happier and more balanced lifestyle with good local foods, interactive fitness demonstrations and hands on therapies and workshops. With live music and entertainment throughout the day the Live Well Festival will rejuvenate your senses while proceeds go to Lingen Davies Cancer Relief & British Red Cross. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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11.09.2008 - 13.09.2008 |
| Beer Festival |
Severn Valley Railway
Bridgnorth Station, Low Town, Bridgnorth
Tel: 01299 403816
Email:
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| An outdoor event round the station and platform featuring a wide range of Real Ales from across the country. |
| More: www.svr.co.uk |
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12.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Ellesmere Canal Festival |
Llangollen and Ellesemere Canal, Ellesemere Wharf,
Ellesemere
Tel: 01691 622097
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| A weekend of decorated boats in the rally, market stalls, boat trips, competitions, food, entertainment. On Friday there will be a concert with Shrewsbury Concert Band and fireworks. |
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