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Much Wenlock Events
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Whats on guide to Much Wenlock & Shropshire
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03.05.2008 - 31.05.2008 |
| 50 in The Footprint Exhibition |
 Fusion Gallery, Jackfield Tile Museum
Ironbridge Gorge TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884 391
Email:
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| Featuring 50 works of art from 14 Shropshire artists, including Beverley Fry, the exhibition is a showcase for the many and varied artistic talents currently flourishing in Shropshire. The free entry exhibition will be open daily from 10am to 5pm. |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/fusion-50.shtml |
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03.05.2008 - 31.05.2008 |
| Two Great Shows at Twenty Twenty |
Twenty Twenty
3-4 High Street, Much Wenlock, TF13 6AA
Tel: 01952 727952
Email: info@twenty-twenty.co.uk
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| Kevan Hopson in his 50th year has produced fifty new works of art using driftwood and found objects. The Twenty Twenty Jewellery Show featuring contemporary maker Clare Hillerby. Tues-Sat 10am to 5.30pm Free |
| More: www.twenty-twenty.co.uk |
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17.05.2008 - 17.05.2008 |
| May Music |
Much Wenlock Parish Church,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 07900693754
Email: binky.book@gmail.com
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| An entertaining evening of light music presented by the Brewood Singers from Staffordshire. A variety of songs from this popular choir. Tickets from Croft Design 01952 727632. 7.30pm £6 or £5 in advance |
| More: brewoodsingers.co.uk |
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| African Drumming Workshop |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Tel: 019552 728509
Email:
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| An enjoyable and stimulating djembe drumming workshop, exploring the roots of Western popular music through African drumming rhythms and techniques.This session will be tailored to suit beginners and developing drummers. For ages 7+. 2pm £5 Early Booking Advised |
| More: www.edgeartscentre.co.uk |
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18.05.2008 - 18.05.2008 |
| Summer Fair & BBQ |
William Brookes School
Farley Road, Much Wenlock TF13 6NB
Tel: 01952 727606
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| William Brookes School PTA Summer Fair and BBQ. A fun packed afternoon for all ages, including games, activities, stalls galore, fantastic food and a Pet Show! 12noon to 3pm Free entry |
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18.05.2008 - .. |
| The Birmingham Chamber Orchestra in Concert |
All Saints Church,
Broseley, TF12 5DA
Tel: 01952 882647
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| The programme of music for Birminghm Chamber Orchestra will be Aaron Copeland:Appalachian Spring, Igor Stravinsky: Dumbarton Oaks and Mozart: Symphony in C. Doors open at 7pm, concert at 7:30pm £8 in advance; On the door Adults £9, children £4 |
| More: www.bpo.org.uk |
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21.05.2008 - .. |
| Meet the Writer: Alan Gibbons |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Tel: 01952 728509
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Alan won the Blue Peter Book Award, The Book I Couldn’t Put Down, and since then has been shortlisted twice for the Carnegie Medal and twice for the Booktrust Teenage Prize. For children aged 10+ Adults welcome
4pm £1.50 |
| More: www.edgeartscentre.co.uk |
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24.05.2008 - 01.06.2008 |
| Ceramic Workshops |
 Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| Drop-in workshops offering the chance to experiment with traditional methods of decorating with under-glaze colours. 10am-5pm Adult £5.25, OAP £4.80, Child £3.75; annual passports available |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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24.05.2008 - 01.06.2008 |
| Speed |
 Enginuity,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| Exhibition and workshops. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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24.05.2008 - 26.05.2008 |
| Queen Victoria's Birthday Celebrations |
 Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| The residents of Blists Hill Victorian Town will be celebrating the 81st birthday of their much-loved Queen Victoria with great style, pomp and pageantry! Each day will be a fitting tribute to the gracious lady with an extravaganza of colour, music and song. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/blist-hill-vbc.shtml |
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27.05.2008 - 30.05.2008 |
| Tile Decorating Workshop |
 Jackfield Tile Museum,
Jackfield, Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| Learn the tile decorating technique known as 'tube lining' or 'slip trailing' and produce a 6 x6x inch tile featuring your own design and choice of colours. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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31.05.2008 - 22.06.2008 |
| Much Wenlock Festival |
 various locations around
Much Wenlock
Tel:
Email: ctrevorjones@rya-online.net
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| This popular festival takes place every two years with selection of events including theatre, music and arts. The theatrical production this year will be Richard III performed by the Shropshire Drama Company. |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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31.05.2008 - 08.06.2008 |
| NGS Gardens for Charity |
near to
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01743 821651
Email: bill@billneil.fsnet.co.uk
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| The county organiser for the gardens schemes would like people to know that when visiting Much Wenlock Festival there will be 4 NGS open gardens to visit during the festival dates. A collection of large, small, historic, new; all interesting at Kenley, Ditton Priors, Moreville, & Farley Dingle. See NGS web site for locations. |
| More: www.ngs.org.uk |
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| Festival Family Evening |
Windmill Hill,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock,
Tel: 01952 728165
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| Entertainment from Les Miles des Marches who will be putting on a display of medieval combat, music by High Variety, Hog Roast and Festival bar. 7pm Adults £2, Child £1; Hog Roast £3 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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01.06.2008 - 22.06.2008 |
| Festival Art Exhibition |
Guildhall,
Sheinton Street, Much Wenlock, TF13
Tel:
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| An exhibition of the works of local artists. Opening 12:15pm June 1. Monday-Saturday 10:30pm-1pm and 2pm-4:30pm, Sunday 2pm-4pm |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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01.06.2008 - .. |
| RAF Cosford Air Show |
 Cosford
Albrighton, Nr Shifnal
Tel:
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| The Midlands premier air event! See website for details of this years show. |
| More: www.cosfordairshow.co.uk |
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01.06.2008 - .. |
| Simon Amstell, comedian |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Tel: 01952 728509
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| Simon performs regularly on the stand-up circuit and he returns with a new stand-up show this year. Simon recently won an RTS Award for his work on 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks'. Very strong language and adult themes. 1:30pm £10 |
| More: www.edgeartscentre.co.uk |
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02.06.2008 - .. |
| Festival Film, Looking for Richard |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock, TF13
Tel: `01952 728165
Email:
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| This is a film about how to act and produce Shakespeare. It is also a documentary about some days in the life of an actor who loves his craft and brims with curiosity and good humour 7:30pm £4.50, OAP £3.50 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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03.06.2008 - .. |
| Food for Thought! |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Tel: 01952 728165
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| Musician John Moore and farmer / writer Martin Jones are cooking up something based loosely around the world of the celebrity chef. 8pm £8 including a glass of wine |
| More: www.wenlockfestival.co.uk |
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04.06.2008 - .. |
| Richard III: The Director's Journey |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Tel:
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| Ken Allden, Director of Richard III, this year’s Festival Play, will describe and animate the process of bringing the Play to the stage from text to performance. 8pm £5 including a glass of wine |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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05.06.2008 - 08.06.2008 |
| Church Stretton Walking Festival |
various locations around the area
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 723600
Email: alangarner@wsol.co.uk
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| The 6th annual festival will as usual provide walkers with as much of a challenge as they want. The walks are of varying lengths and difficulty and are anywhere from 6-12 miles in length. |
| More: www.churchstrettonwalkingfestival.co.uk |
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05.06.2008 - .. |
| Gone to Earth - Remembered and Revisited |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Much Wenlock TF13 6NB
Tel: 01952 728509
Email: mel@artsalive.co.uk
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| Filmed in 1949 in the glorious south Shropshire countryside, Mary Webb's classic story has entered local folklore and is firmly embedded in the family histories of the 300 local extras who took part in filming on location. This live performance includes reminiscence, original music, song, archive footage of the filming, music, dance and Shropshire dialect 19.30 |
| More: www.artsalive.co.uk |
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07.06.2008 - .. |
| Glyn Williams Organ Recital |
Holy Trinity Church,
The Bull Ring, Much Wenlock TF13 6NQ
Tel: 01952 728165
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| Glyn has recently been appointed Assistant Master of Music at Shrewsbury Abbey. 12 noon Free |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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07.06.2008 - .. |
| The West End Comes to Wenlock |
Much Wenlock Priory,
The Bull Ring, Much Wenlock,
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| An open air concert with singers from London’s West End. The performers will sing a selection of show-stopping hits from musicals such as Les Miserables, the Phantom of the Opera and West Side Story. 7:30pm £15 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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09.06.2008 - 14.06.2008 |
| Richard III |
Church Green,
The Bull Ring, Much Wenlock
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Directed by Ken Allden and performed by the Shropshire Drama Company. The Church Green will once again be the setting for what promises to be a memorable evening of Shakespeare. There is plenty of space for picnics beforehand or during the interval and the Festival Bar will also be available. 7:30 pm See web site for prices and online booking |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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11.06.2008 - .. |
| Book Launch: Cynthia Gamble |
Holy Trinity Church,
The Bull Ring, Much Wenlock,
Tel: 01952 728165
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Cynthia Gamble will present her new book 'John Ruskin, Henry James and The Shropshire Lads.' Lecture, book signing and tea.
2pm Free |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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14.06.2008 - .. |
| Festival Ramble |
Meet in The Square,
Much Wenlock, TF13 6NQ
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Paul Evans, author and conservationist, will guide a walk in the countryside around Much Wenlock and look into exploration of the impact of nature and man on the local landscape. 9:30am Free |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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14.06.2008 - .. |
| Vaughan Williams Celebrated |
Holy Trinity Church,
The Bull Ring, Much Wenlock,
Tel: 01952 727165
Email:
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| To celebrate 50 years since the death of Vaughan Williams (1872 – 1958), the tenor Ian Yemm will be performing this special afternoon concert. 2:30pm £7/£5 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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15.06.2008 - .. |
| In Conversation |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock,
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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Sir Roy Strong, Alex James and Gabrielle Drake. A memorable evening of poetry and the spoken word. The theme will be horticultural – gardening and gardens through the ages.
7:30pm £15 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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16.06.2008 - .. |
| Festival Film: Clockwise |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Featuring John Cleese and partly filmed around Mucg Wenlock! 7:30pm £4.50/£3.50 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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17.06.2008 - .. |
| Elisabeth Wingfield in Concert |
Holy Trinity Church,
The Bull Ring, Much Wenlock
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| The soprano Elisabeth Wingfield grew up just outside Shrewsbury and still has family connections in Shropshire. See website for more details & booking. 7:30pm £10 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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18.06.2008 - .. |
| From Wenlock to Coast, |
The Edge Arts Centre,
Farley Road, Much Wenlock TF13 6NB
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Mark will share his views on the development of TV Archaeology from the earliest days of Time Team in 1996 to the BBC programme Coast. 7:30pm £5 include a glass of wine |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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20.06.2008 - .. |
| Persephone Books, A Literary Evening |
Acton Round Hall,
Nr. Much Wenlock
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Nicola Beauman, founder of Persephone Books, will talk about her life in publishing.She has chosen to concentrate on lost twentieth century women authors. 6pm-8pm £10 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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20.06.2008 - .. |
| Summer Solstice Walk |
Meet at Cleobury North Picnic Site,
nr. Ditton Priors
Tel: 01746 781192
Email: countryside@bridgnorth-dc.gov.uk
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| A 7 mile ramble to the highest point in Shropshire, the summit of The Brown Clee. You will arrive at the summit as the sun sets on the summer solstice. 6pm-11pm Adult £2.50, Child £1.50 |
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21.06.2008 - 22.06.2008 |
| West Mid Show |
 The West Mid Show Ground,
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Tel: 0870 957 6444
Email:
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| A fun-filled day out at one of the leading agricultural shows in the country where you will see some of the finest livestock in the world, plus a full programme of entertainment for the whole family. |
| More: www.westmidshow.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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21.06.2008 - .. |
| Family Fun Day |
Church Green and around the town,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Free entertainment with a green theme. Craft demonstrations, the pets corner, donkey rides, archery and much more. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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21.06.2008 - .. |
| Midsummer's Concert |
Enginuity,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| The award winning Abraham Darby showband will be presenting an evening of popular and classical music for all the family in a summer indoors concert. |
| More: www.ironbridge.co.uk |
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21.06.2008 - .. |
| Much Wenlock Male Voice and Ladies Choirs |
Holy Trinity Church,
Bull Ring, Much Wenlock
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Each choir has a varied concert programme consisting of songs from opera and shows, as well as religious and secular pieces and songs from various countries. 7:30pm £5 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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22.06.2008 - .. |
| Apollo String Quartet |
Wenlock Abbey,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| In the exceptional setting of Wenlock Abbey, The Apollo String Quartet will perform a range of repertoire from classical composers through to twentieth century music. 7:30pm £25 |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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22.06.2008 - .. |
| Open Gardens |
various locations around
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01952 728165
Email:
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| Some of Much Wenlock's exquisite private gardens are opening especially for the festival. 1:30pm-5pm £5, children free |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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05.07.2008 - .. |
| A Summer Evening |
Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Enjoy a complimentary glass of champage and the chance for late night shopping; a variety of craftspeople based at the museum will be available to talk about their work. |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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06.07.2008 - .. |
| Horses and Harnesses |
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Horses across a range of breeds and sizes will demonstrate their strength. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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11.07.2008 - 14.07.2008 |
| Wenlock Olympian Games |
 Much Wenlock Sports Centre
Much Wenlock
Tel:
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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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12.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
| Ironbridge Gorge Brass Band Festival |
Dale End Park
Ironbridge
Tel: 07952 926550
Email: ironbridgebbf@tiscali.co.uk
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| Some the countries top Brass Bands, Market Stalls and Fun for all the Family. Lots for everyone to do and see. 11am to 6pm FREE |
| More: www.ironbridgebandfestival.co.uk |
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18.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Festival At The Edge |
Stokes Barn,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01939 236626
Email:
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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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26.07.2008 - 27.07.2008 |
| Alice's Adventures in Wonderland |
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Themed activities throughout the day. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.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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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 |
| Soldiers of the Queen Weekend |
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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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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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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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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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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12.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Ludlow Food and Drink Festival |
Ludlow Castle,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 873957
Email:
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| Celebrating the diversity and quality of the independant food and drink producers in Ludlow and The Marches. Rarebreed meats; real ale & ciders; Sausage, beer, porkpie, beer and cheese trails; talks and demos. |
| More: www.foodfestival.co.uk |
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19.09.2008 - 21.09.2008 |
| Autumn Steam Gala |
 Severn Valley Railway
Kidderminster to Bridgnorth
Tel: 01299 403816
Email:
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| The railways big autumn event with extended runnning hours. See SVR website for full details. |
| More: www.svr.co.uk |
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25.10.2008 - 02.11.2008 |
| Ceramics Workshop |
Coalport China Museum
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| October Half-term Drop-in workshops celebrating the Chinese Double Ninth Festival of Chongyang. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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05.12.2008 - .. |
| Christmas Evening at Coalport |
Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| Christmas Evening and Shop sale at Coalport China Museum. |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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06.12.2008 - .. |
| Christmas Gift Making Workshop |
Coalport China Museum
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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| Make a ceramic gift for someone special. Activities will vary day to day and some carry an additional charge. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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