| Shrewsbury Summer Season |
24.05.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
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SUMMER FESTIVAL |
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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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MUSIC - CLASSICAL |
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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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| The Garden in Bloom Tour |
20.06.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
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ART EXHIBITION |
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| This garden themed gallery tour is a celebration of all that blooms. Featured contemporary artists include Canadian, Danielle O'Connor Akiyama, British artist Lesley Reynolds and Dutch artist Jochem de Graaf. Expect to see an exciting riot of colour. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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| Summer Concert |
01.07.2008 - 01.07.2008 |
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Montford Parish Hall
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| Keith Havercroft directs music in a variety of styles from different periods, classical and modern. The hall is signed from the Shrawardine turn off the A5. Disabled access and ample parking available 7.30pm |
| More: www.theyeomansingers.org.uk |
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| Shrewsbury Youth Theatre Summer School |
08.07.2008 - 01.08.2008 |
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| Five days to devise and rehearse a piece for performance on Friday afternoon for family and friends to come and see, with SYT workshop leader, Becki-Ann. Age group: 9-14. £70 for the 5 days 10.00am – 3.00pm |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.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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| Ceramic Workshops |
19.07.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
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Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ |
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| Mike Southern's Shrewsbury & Other Subjects |
20.07.2008 - 02.08.2008 |
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PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION |
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| A fine assembly of original takes on Shrewsbury together with an interesting mix of other imagery. Top grade photography the digital way. |
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| Battle 2 |
20.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
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| A sideways glance at the Battle of Shrewsbury with artists Lee Lewis, Ray Jacobs, Kevin Hodgetts and The Arty Party. A happening event taking place on the anniversary of the Battle. |
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| Local Food & Drink Fair |
01.08.2008 - .. |
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FOOD & DRINK |
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| Delicious local produce in the heart of Shrewsbury, 1st Friday of every month. Award winning bacon & sausage, traditionally reared meats, herbs & fresh produce, Shropshire honey, game & smoked meats, hand made cakes and chocoaltes, farmhouse cheeses. Savour the flavour of Shropshire! 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| More: www.heff.co.uk |
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| Wild Crafts |
01.08.2008 - .. |
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ART & CRAFTS |
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| Join us to make and create wonderful wildlife creations from recycled materials. Make a funny mask, colourful container or your own very crazy animal. Lots of fun for all the family. x sessions 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 3.30pm, booking essential |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Banda Bacana |
02.08.2008 - 02.08.2008 |
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The Square,
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| Banda Bacana are a sax & percussion driven 7-piece band who’ve rapidly built a reputation for their live gigs. The band, featuring Nigerian born vocalist Loulou Edwards, plays groove-based music from a variety of cultures. 11.00am - 1.00pm FREE |
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| Ironbridge Resistance Weekend |
02.08.2008 - 03.08.2008 |
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HERITAGE |
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| Living Van Weekend |
02.08.2008 - 03.08.2008 |
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Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU |
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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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| Children’s Spinning Workshop |
02.08.2008 - .. |
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ART & CRAFTS |
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| Join us for a fun workshop. Learn to spin your own yarn from the fleece collected from one of our sheep. £5.00 each, payment required when booking. 10am - 12pm |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Children’s Weaving Workshop |
02.08.2008 - .. |
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ART & CRAFTS |
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| Join us for a fun workshop. Learn to weave colourful patterns using the wool collected from one of our sheep. £5.00 each, payment required when booking. 1pm - 3pm |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Oswestry Agricultural Show |
02.08.2008 - .. |
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Park Hall Showground,
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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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| Tenbury Countryside Show |
02.08.2008 - .. |
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Worcester Road, Burford,
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| This popular country show was founded 150 years ago in 1858. Classic cars, tractors, livestock judging, horticulture & local products. |
| More: www.tenbury-countryside-show.co.uk |
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| Shrewsbury International Soccer Festival |
03.08.2008 - 08.08.2008 |
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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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| Oil Paintings of Shropshire and Provence |
03.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
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ART EXHIBITION |
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| Oil paintings by local artist, David Holland. David has attended university courses in drawing and painting and is influenced by the Fauves and Expressionists of the early 20th Century. 10am - 5.30pm Daily Free |
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| Funday Mondays - Community Day |
04.08.2008 - .. |
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FAMILY |
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| Muckin' about with Maps |
05.08.2008 - .. |
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NATIONAL TRUST |
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| Family fun! Orienteering competitions. Please see website for details. 11am-12pm and 1pm-2.30pm |
| More: www.cardingmillvalley.com |
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| Three Little Pigs |
05.08.2008 - .. |
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CHILDREN |
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| With a whole array of silly effects and tricks, this imaginative and inventive two person retelling will delight and amuse with super puppets and lively music. For three to seven year olds and grown-ups too… £6.50/£4.50 2.00pm |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
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| Much Ado About Nothing |
06.08.2008 - .. |
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The Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT |
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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. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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| B-Movie |
07.08.2008 - 08.08.2008 |
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Think up a story, then write the script, decide on the cast, film the action, then edit the film. All in two days! With media artists Emma Puente and Greg Rudevics. Age group: 13+
10.00am – 3.00pm Cost: £45 for the 2 days |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
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| Burwarton Agricultural Show |
07.08.2008 - .. |
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Cleobury North
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| A new musical by John Moore and Peter Fanning prior to appearing at the Edinburgh Fringe. 7.30pm "Wow! What a show! A riotous 'Side-by-Side Shakespeare'." (Shropshire Star) Tickets - Music Hall |
| More: www.shrewsbury.org.uk |
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| Flower Painting in Watercolour Weekend |
09.08.2008 - 10.08.2008 |
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ART & CRAFTS |
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| 10am -4pm This two day course is for anyone who loves flowers and would enjoy learning how to paint them. The course tutor is Christine Eldridge. Pleasec contact for full details of the course content and what materials you need to bring on request. Cost £80 for the two days. |
| More: www.hallfarmnursery.co.uk |
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| Loton Park Hillclimb |
09.08.2008 - 10.08.2008 |
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MOTOR SPORTS |
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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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| Soldiers of the Queen Weekend |
09.08.2008 - 10.08.2008 |
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Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU |
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| On the weekend of 9 and 10 August visitors can discover what life was for a soldier on campaign during the late 19th Century. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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| Shropshire Open Art Exhibition |
09.08.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
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ART EXHIBITION |
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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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| An Evening with Willard White |
09.08.2008 - .. |
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St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX |
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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 |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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| Made in Shropshire: Fair in The Square |
09.08.2008 - .. |
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| Made in Shropshire Contemporary Arts and Crafts Monthly Market is a must for anyone who wants to buy locally made items, straight from the person who made them. From pots to paintings, earrings to enamels, there is plenty to treat yourself, or someone else. |
| More: www.madeinshropshire.co.uk |
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| What the Butler Saw |
10.08.2008 - 10.08.2008 |
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| Funday Mondays - Compost Day |
11.08.2008 - .. |
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| Do the loop Present.. A Paddle Into The Past |
12.08.2008 - 12.08.2008 |
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| A journey around Shrewsbury’s river loop in Canoes and Bellboats exploring the cultural history and connection between river and town. Our paddle-powered journey explores the remnants of the past and gives an insight to river life through the ages. No previous paddling experience is required. Participants should be dressed in suitable outdoor clothing and soft soled shoes. River levels may lead to date change. 7.00pm start £15 |
| More: www.dotheloop.org |
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| Bowman of Stoksay |
12.08.2008 - .. |
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Stokesay Castle,
Craven Arms, Ludlow, SY7 9AH |
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| Come and witness the skills of one of the world's most famous longbow men. He is focusing of the Battle of Shrewsbury giving you insight into what the life and times were like. 11-5pm |
| More: www.english-heritage.org.uk |
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| Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus |
12.08.2008 - .. |
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This lively theatre show for children 3 and up is full of fun, feathers, laughter and excitement and features original music and lots of audience participation!
11.00am and 2.00pm £6.50/£4.50 |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
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| Concert by the Band of the Royal Corps of Signals |
13.08.2008 - 13.08.2008 |
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St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury |
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| The band under their Director of Music, Captain RGK Booth, will be performing a concert of light popular music in a wide-ranging programme to suit all tastes and one which displays the all-round versatility of the Band. In aid of the Army Benevolent Fund. 7.30pm |
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| Summer Fete - Wellington Cottage Care |
13.08.2008 - 13.08.2008 |
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| All our welcome to our summer fete, with lots of stalls, attractions and fun for all the family. 10am - 4pm |
| More: www.wellingtoncare.org.uk |
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| Bog Creatures Biodiversity Workshop for children |
13.08.2008 - .. |
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| A hands-on opportunity for children to hunt for and learn about the boggy wildlife on the Mosses with Caroline Evans of Natural Englnad. 10am - 4pm FREE |
| More: www.naturalengland.org.uk |
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| Mounting Mountain Mysteries! |
13.08.2008 - .. |
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NATIONAL TRUST |
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| Family fun! Follow in the footsteps of author Malcolm Saville. Please see website for details. 2pm-4pm £1 children, adults free |
| More: www.cardingmillvalley.com |
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| The Persiad Shower |
13.08.2008 - .. |
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| Dormice in Shropshire |
14.08.2008 - 14.08.2008 |
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| Help to check and monitor the 50 dormice nestboxes in this mixed woodland. May see hazel dormice, common and pygmy shrews, yellow-necked and wood mice too! 10am - 1.00pm £16 |
| More: www.ptes.org |
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| Beetrootz |
14.08.2008 - .. |
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| An introduction into sample based music production including various sampling techniques, editing, arranging, rhythm contruction and melodies. With music leader Pablo Spaull. Age group: 8-12. 10.00am – 3.00pm £25 |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
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| Heather Management (WM 5) |
14.08.2008 - .. |
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| Come and stroll over purple heather with National Trust Property Manager Peter Carty. Please see website for details. 10am-12.30pm £3 |
| More: www.cardingmillvalley.com |
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| Celebration of the Solemnity of the Assumption of Our Lady |
15.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
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| The Cathedral will be open between 11 and 4 with a guide offering tours. Mass takes place at 12.15pm both days. |
| More: www.shrewsburycathedral.org |
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| Farmer Phil's Festival |
15.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
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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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| Shrewsbury Flower Show |
15.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
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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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