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.
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
Church Stretton and South Shropshire Arts Festival
Various locations in and around
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 724106
Email: ronandbreda@supanet.com]
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
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
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.
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford,
Nr Shifnal, TF11 8UP
Tel: 01902 376211
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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
various locations around
Bridgnorth
Tel: 01746 769374
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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.
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.
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.
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
The Red Dragon race's concept is for competitors to create machines capable of Human Powered Flight, while earning money for charity, RAF display, exhibits and stalls.
The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281 281
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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.
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
Displays of model trains, cars, buses, steam engines, toys and collectables. A vintage bus shuttles to a nearby Narrow Gauge Railway exhibition in Telford.
A two-day festival in aid of Save The Children. Headliner Pete Bennet (former Big Brother winner) and the Love Dogs . 11:30 am-11:45pm £15/day, £20/weekend
Medieval Market in commemoration of granting of market licence to Chetwynd in 1318. Medieval stalls, local food producers and rural crafts, archery and medieval games 11am - 5.30 pm Adults £2.00 Children Free
various locations around
Bishop's Castle
Tel: 01588 630290
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk
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.
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.
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
Over 200 vehicles, some over 100 years old, parade through the village and then are displayed on the playing field in Audlem village centre. Fariground, stalls, refreshements and a display by an historical aeroplane.
Edgmond Lion,
Edgmond nr. Newport
Tel: 07904 553 125
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A weekend of the best jazz and folk musicians from the Shropshire area and beyond. Saturday evening barbeque picnic accompanied by great jazz sounds, night-time Ceilidh, folk bands. Sunday daytime hogroast, and evening Chinese banquet. Also bouncy castle, rodeo bull, bungee run & gladiator trials!! Day tickets £12, weekend tickets £20
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
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!
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
The little boy who never grew up ... join Heartbreak Productions in Neverland with this fun-filled, adventure fantasy for all the family. An outdoor production, bring picnic and blankets. 6:30pm Adult £12, Child £8, Family £35 Booking Essential
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
St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
Tel: 01743 281 281
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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.
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
Shropshire’s oldest one day agricultural show. At 1.15pm headline attraction Steve Colley will amaze crowds with motorbike tricks and stunts. Village Green area will be hosting a variety of children's entertainment; there will be stalls and local food in abundance plus the agricultural judging. 8:30am Adult £8, OAP £6, Child £4, Family £20
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
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.
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!
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
Telford Steam Railway,
The Old Loco Shed, Bridge Road, Horsehay, TF4 2NF
Tel: 07765 858348
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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.
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.
Streets of Shrewsbury,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 07963 857 596
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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.
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,
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.
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.
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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FOOD FESTIVAL
12.09.2008 - 14.09.2008
Ludlow Food and Drink Festival
Ludlow Castle,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 873957
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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.
The Ovals Farm,
Kington, Herefordshire border
Tel: 01544 260602
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Prime livestock from Wales to Scotland, sheepshearing, farrier competitions, cookery and butchery demonstrations and main ring attractions from start to finish.
Now in it's 14th year. Steam engines, dancing, music, processions, theatre and lots more throughout the town during the whole weekend. 11.00 - 22.00 Sat and 11.00 - 17.00 Sun £4 adults £1 Children
A weekend of decorated boats and people in Victorian dress to commemorate the opening of the canal 6th July 1808. Shropshire Union Flyboat Saturn is open for visitors.
An impressive line-up of jazz entertainment including a wandering jazz trail with a stroller ticket plus-A Tribute to Ella and Oscar, A special recreation of The Paul Whiteman Orchestra, 'Wheatleys' Arcadians(30's vaudeville), and The Carole Westwood Quartet.
One of Shropshire's top Halloween events! Anyone with a penchant for creepy crawlies, ghosts and ghouls and a spooky atmosphere should head for Blists Hill! 10am-5pm
Ludlow Castle and Market
The Castle Square, Ludlow, SY8 1AY
Tel: 01588 650307
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The only place to Christmas shop and have fun at the same time. A medieval market with costumed entertainers, musicians, traders, re-enactments. Foods to eat and take away. Nov. 29/30 10-4pm, Nov. 29th also 6-9pm
various locations around
Leasowes Bank Farm,
Thomas Adam School,
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford,
The Square,
Telford Steam Railway,
Weston Park,
The Castle Grounds,
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
The Castle Grounds,
Attingham Park,
Cleobury North
Loton Park
Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery,
The Quarry,
The Castle Grounds,
West Mid Showground,
Onslow Park,
Streets of Shrewsbury,
The Quarry
Shrewsbury Castle and Grounds, 
Severn Valley Railway
Ludlow Castle,
