| Shrewsbury Summer Season |
24.05.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
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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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| Music in the Round |
06.06.2008 - 12.09.2008 |
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| Lunchtime concert of organ, piano, solo or chamber music. An eclectic mix, taking place at 12.40pm every Friday throughout the summer. |
| More: www.stchadschurchshrewsbury.com |
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| Stage |
14.06.2008 - 27.07.2008 |
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Unitarian Church & Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery
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| Exhibition by acclaimed Irish artist Dorothy Cross with the Unitarian Church hosting a new commission based on her recent visit to the Galapagos Islands with other works in the Museum. Free entry 10 – 5 (4 on Sundays). |
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| Eee-i-ee-i-o |
27.06.2008 - 25.07.2008 |
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| An exhibition of ceramics and Artworks inspired by the Farmyard, featuring Sheep, Cows, Pigs, Ducks and Chickens with attitude!! Artists & designers include: Lois Hopwood, Alex Egan, Meg Arrol and Penelope Timmis, Tessa Parker & Richard Ballantyne 11:00am - 17:00pm Thurs - Sun |
| More: www.thegallerybc.co.uk |
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| Wrenbury Scarecrow Trail |
28.06.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
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various locations around
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| A trail leads you thru narrownlanes, secret hideaways and up to the Shropshire Union Canal to find over 150 scarecrows out for the 2 week festival. Carboot on the 5th and Summer Fayre on the 6th. |
| More: www.scarecrowtrail.co.uk |
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| Monthly Exhibition |
01.07.2008 - 26.07.2008 |
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ART & CRAFTS EXHIBITION |
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| Rosie Davies - Contemporary watercolours, large close up floral studies & other subjects. Mirage Glass - Celebrating 30 Years of working with glass, small decorative pieces. Fibre Arts - 'Fibre Arts across The Borders' felt spun & woven. Monday to Saturday 9.30 to 5.00 |
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| Gwyl Gerdd Llanfyllin Festival |
04.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
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Llanfyllin, Wales, Powys, Oswestry SY22 5BL |
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| The Allegri String Quartet, together with other musicians of international calibre, visit Llanfyllin during the summer months to perform classical chamber music in St Myllin's Church. |
| More: www.llanfyllinfestival.org.uk |
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| Music at Leasowes Bank |
04.07.2008 - 26.07.2008 |
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Leasowes Bank Farm,
Ratlinghope, Nr Church Stretton SY5 0SW |
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LEASOWES BANK MUSIC FESTIVAL |
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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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| All pegged out - on tenterhooks |
06.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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| This is an exhibition of new weaving by Jemima Janewraps. The weaver, Jan Etchells has been living and weaving in Shrewsbury for thirty years. The exhibition will showcase Jan's work with a selection of scarves, knee rugs, wraps, and woven items. 10-4pm daily |
| More: www.jemimajanewraps.co.uk |
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| TexArtel Exhibition |
06.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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| TexArtel is a group of textile and mixed media artists using a variety of themes and techniques. The work is of a high standard and all the artists have qualifications in textile art. Open 10.00am - 4.00pm |
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| A Night At The Musicals |
07.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
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Belfrey Theatre,
Wellington, Telford, TF1 1JG |
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01952 222277 |
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| A glamorous, high energy Broadway & West End extravaganza featuring highlights from Chicago, Grease, Mamma Mia, The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Les Miserables and many more. Doors open at 7 weekends Fri.-Sun.7:30pm; Matinee 2:30pm Sun Advance £6/ £4; £7.00 / £5.00 on the night |
| More: www.belfrytheatre.co.uk |
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| Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod |
08.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
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| Knighton Serendipity Festival |
12.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
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| Concerts, a theatrical production, flower festival, open gardens, ghosts walks, storytelling, art activities. |
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| Daniel's Mill Restoration Celebration |
15.07.2008 - .. |
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Knowle Sands,
Eardington, WV16 5JL |
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HERITAGE |
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| Severely damaged in last year's storms volunteers, mostly local tradesmen, have worked hard to restore the 38ft. cast iron waterwheel. |
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| British Standard Time |
16.07.2008 - .. |
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Leasowes Bank Farm,
Ratlinghope, Nr Church Stretton SY5 0SW |
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| Chris Briscoe's British Standard Time is a quirky and original celebration of music by Gilbert and Sullivan, Ivor Novello, Noel Coward and Anthony Newley. 8pm £11, £7 for under 18's |
| More: www.leasowesmusicfestival.co.uk |
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| Ruth Hayward and John Arran |
17.07.2008 - 17.07.2008 |
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| Ruth and John will give a varied recital of music for flute and piano, including Bartok’s Roumanian Folk Dances, and ranging. Ruth has lived in Shropshire for over 10 years, teaching and performing, and recently diversifying into woodwind instrument repairs. As well as performing John has composed works including concertos for flute and orchestra, and guitar and orchestra. 1.00pm £3 on the door (carers free) |
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| Ruth Haywatd and John Arran |
17.07.2008 - 17.07.2008 |
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| LUNCHTIME CONCERT at the GATEWAY - by Ruth Hayward, flute, and John Arran, guitar, of works by Scheidler, Quantz, Telemann and Bartok. Ruth and John are well known, local musicians and teachers. 1.00 p.m.- 2.00 p.m. £3.00 ( no concessions, but carers with disabled free) |
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| 160th Anniversary of Shrewsbury's Rail Services |
17.07.2008 - 30.07.2008 |
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RAILWAY EXHIBITION |
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| A major exhibition marking the stations's opening and the beginning of the town's first passenger service. Pictures and artificats from the past century and beyond will be on display. 10am-4pm (except Sundays) Adults £1, Concessions 50p |
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| Behind the scenes garden tour |
17.07.2008 - .. |
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NATIONAL TRUST POWIS CASTLE |
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| The gardeners will explain work in progress with seasonal plants and items of interest. The tour also includes a trip to the nursery and other areas not normally seen by visitors. Normal admission plus £4. Booking essential |
| More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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| Butterflies and Dragonflies (WM 3) |
17.07.2008 - .. |
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| Walk and talk led by county recorder Ian Cheeseborough, photographer Matthew Webster and National Trust Warden Malcolm Loft. Please see website for details. 10am-12pm £3 |
| More: www.cardingmillvalley.com |
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| Longmynd Summer Barbecue |
17.07.2008 - .. |
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| More: www.longmynd.co.uk |
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| Nozstock Festival 2008 |
18.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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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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| Festival At The Edge |
18.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
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Stokes Barn,
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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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| Red Priest - Johann - I'm Only Dancing |
18.07.2008 - .. |
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St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX |
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| Music by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) arranged, transcribed and contorted by Red Priest. The programme highlight's Bach's wonderful ear for melody and the infectious dance spirit in so much of his work. "Extends the very limits of virtuosity*for sheer imagination it's unbeatable" BBC Music Magazine. 7.30pm |
| More: www.redpriest.com |
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| Three Men in a Bow Tie |
18.07.2008 - .. |
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Mereside
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| Hilarious satirical singing trio presenting silly songs and topical tales about the pleasure and pain of rural living. |
| More: www.threemeninabowtie.co.uk |
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| Wenlock Wander |
18.07.2008 - .. |
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| A peaceful 5 mile stroll around Much Wenlock taking in an old railway line, a section of Shropshire Way and historic sites around Much Wenlock. Meet at The Bull Ring, 6:30pm-8:30pm Adult £2.50, Child £1.50 |
| More: www.bridgnorth-dc.gov.uk |
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| Youth Band Night |
18.07.2008 - .. |
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Ludlow Assembly Rooms
1 Mill Street, Ludlow, SY8 1AZ |
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Chance to hear young bands from the local area (age range 10 19) including The Automic Lordz, Reverendus, No Labels and Summer Eyes.
8pm £5 |
| More: www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
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| Celebrating Calligraphy |
19.07.2008 - 02.08.2008 |
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| An exhibition of calligraphy to celebrate Shropshire Scribe's 10th Anniversary. New work will be displayed together with examples from the past ten years. Open daily except Sundays from 10.00am to 5.00pm (Private viewing and lecture on 19 July at 2.00pm) . Free admission. |
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| Church Stretton and South Shropshire Arts Festival |
19.07.2008 - 03.08.2008 |
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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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| Art Cafe Summer Festival |
19.07.2008 - 07.09.2008 |
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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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| Dudmaston Opens for NGS |
19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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Dudmaston Hall,
Quatt, Nr Bridgnorth |
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| Lisa Mills |
19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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| Lisa Mills is a gifted singer, guitarist and songwriter whose blues drenched and soulfully delivered original music is clearly grounded in her Mississippi roots. 11.00am - 1.00pm FREE |
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| Mortimer Country Food Fair |
19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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Created to celebrate the diversity and quality of the food in the area the event will feature cookery demonstrations with local produce, food talks, book readings, stalls and regional cuisine
9am-5pm FREE |
| More: www.mortimercountryfoodfair.co.uk |
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| Open Day & Garden Party |
19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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| Supporting local artists and crafts-people. Teas and cakes available. Grand opening of the newly extended miniature railway - for all ages. Located within the family-run garden nursery. 2pm - dusk Free admission. |
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| Sounds in The Square: Shropshire Male Chorus |
19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
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| Shropshire Male Chorus began life as Sankey's Male Voice Choir during the Second World War. Come and see why they're still going strong after almost seventy years. 11am to 12 noon |
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| Annual Sweet Pea Show |
19.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
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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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| Archaeology Live |
19.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
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Museum of Iron,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge Gorge TF8 7DQ |
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| Audlem Funky Weekend |
19.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
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Box cart derby, football festival, triathlon, drama workshops, craft workshops, tennis, rounders, tug of war, jujitsu, talent contest, live music night with young bands, awards presentations and barbecue.
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| International Large Model Aircraft Rally |
19.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
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Royal Air Force Museum Cosford,
Nr Shifnal, TF11 8UP |
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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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| Letterbox Trail |
19.07.2008 - 25.07.2008 |
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Attingham Park,
Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP |
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01743 708123 |
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| A family trail to help you enjoy the grounds with a prize on completion. 9am-6pm Normal admission plus £2 per item |
| More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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| Ceramic Workshops |
19.07.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
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Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ |
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01952 884391 |
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| A Moveable Feast |
19.07.2008 - .. |
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Ludlow Assembly Rooms,
1 Mill Street, Ludlow, SY8 1AZ |
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An opportunity to enjoy a delicious three course meal with local hosts in their own homes, changing venue and dining companions for each course, then finally all participants meet together for coffee. Booking essential.
7pm £16 |
| More: www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
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| Blood, Guts and Gore! |
19.07.2008 - .. |
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Battlefield Site and Church,
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| As part of national Archaeology Week there are free guided tours with Dorothy Nicolle. Learn the interesting and bloody history of the battlefield Church and site! Depart on a walking tour from mound in South car park. 11am |
| More: hsmith@tcct.org.uk |
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Hawkstone Park Follies
Weston-under-Redcastle, SY4 5UY |
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| An outdoor theatre production of Shakespeare's based on one of the greatest warrior Kings of the Middle Ages. A story of triumph of human spirit against the odds. Bring a picnic, lowbacked seating and a torch. |
| More: www.hawkstone.co.uk |
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| Hole in the Wall Concert. |
19.07.2008 - .. |
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Hopton Court,
Hopton Wafers, Cleobury Mortimer, DY14 0EF |
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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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| Mowtown Soul Spectacular |
19.07.2008 - .. |
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The Place, Oakengates theatre,
Lime Walk, Oakengates, Telford, TF2 6EP |
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| The return of Telford’s very own soul outfit ‘Back to Miami’. Live music is fused with disco sounds from DJ Doctor Soul. £10 |
| More: www.oakengates.ws |
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| Murder Mystery Train, |
19.07.2008 - .. |
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Llangollen Railway,
Llangollen, Wales |
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| A murder takes place and participants have to identify who did it. Actors bring the story to life as you travel along the River Dee by steam power. Tickets include buffet, tea, coffee 6pm £22 |
| More: www.llangollen-railway.co.uk |
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| Newport Show |
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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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| Robert Hardy at Battlefield 1403 |
19.07.2008 - .. |
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Battlefield 1403 Farm Shop, Café and Visitor Centre,
Battlefield, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DB |
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| Seven Centuries of Scribal Genius |
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