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2222nd April 2024●●(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day 22nd April 2024
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day - 22nd April 2024
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendlyget creative sessions every Monday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day creative workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Tony Stockwell
19:30 22nd April 2024
at Festival Drayton Centre
Market DraytonTony Stockwell
19:30 - 22:00 22nd April 2024
More InformationRemarkably compelling, amazingly detailed, and always humorous. The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long-established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums.
Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names, dates, and locations and all delivered with emotion, sensitivity, and empathy. The evening may include psychometry, photograph readings and psychic prediction. Recent legislative guidelines insist that any Evening of Mediumship should be billed ‘for entertainment purposes’. Tony certainly uses his natural wit, showmanship, and Cockney charisma to entertain but more important, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and instill in them a sense of peace, comfort, and purpose. We hope that nobody can fail to come away untouched by the experience. -
2323rd April 2024●●(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Tuesday
All Day 23rd April 2024
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Tuesday
All Day - 23rd April 2024
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendlyget creative sessions every Monday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day creative workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
A Taste of Spring
10:30 23rd April 2024
at Goldstone Hall Hotel & Gardens
Market DraytonA Taste of Spring
10:30 - 15:00 23rd April 2024
More InformationJoin assistant gardener, Sarah Smith-Roe, and Head Gardener, Ross Underwood, for a guided Garden Tour exploring the award-winning garden and one-acre kitchen garden with its bountiful spring produce.
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2424th April 2024●●(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 24th April 2024
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00 24th April 2024
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly get creative sessions every Monday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day creative workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Chirk Castle estate guided walk
11:00 24th April 2024
at Chirk Castle
WrexhamChirk Castle estate guided walk
11:00 - 12:30 24th April 2024
Chirk CastleMore InformationLearn more about the 480-acre Chirk Castle estate by joining our ranger volunteer for a guided walk. The walks take place on 10 April, 24 April, 8 May and 22 May at 11am. They will cover some interesting areas of natural history and will last approximately 1.5 hours each. Booking is essential. Please wear suitable walking shoes/boots and dress according to the weather. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply if you wish to visit the castle and garden.
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2525th April 2024●(1 event)
Live Richie Dave Porter and Debra Susan
20:00 25th April 2024
at The Bailey Head Freehouse
OswestryLive Richie Dave Porter and Debra Susan
20:00 - 22:30 25th April 2024
The Bailey Head FreehouseMore InformationLive rock and blues from Richie Dave Porter and Debra Susan
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2626th April 2024●●(4 events)
Stokesay Court Guided House Tour
14:30 26th April 2024
atStokesay Court Guided House Tour
14:30 - 17:00 26th April 2024
More InformationGuided tour of the house followed by tea with home baking and a chance to explore the grounds at leisure.
Bottomless Beef & Wine Night
18:00 26th April 2024
at Sweeney Hall Hotel
OswestryBottomless Beef & Wine Night
18:00 - 19:00 26th April 2024
Sweeney Hall HotelMore InformationOur Bottomless Beef & Wine Night is BACK on Friday, April 26th - £49pp!
It’s the same great price, the same 90 minute slot and the same bottomless wine…But this time, it’s Entrecôte or Rump Steak!
T’s & C’s:
Price includes an initial 300 gram serving of Entrecôte & Rump steak
All subsequent servings of your preferred cut come in 100 gram servings
Served with unlimited salad, chips & chimichurri
Bottomless Red & White House Wine by the glass for 90 minutes; one glass at a time
This offer applies to all beef & wine bookings from 6pm onwards for a 90 minute slot
Everyone at the table must eat from the Beef & Wine MenuGive us a call on 01691 652450 to book. Please note we require a £10 deposit per person.
Oswestry Late Night Market
18:00 26th April 2024
at Oswestry Market
OswestryOswestry Late Night Market
18:00 - 22:00 26th April 2024
Oswestry MarketMore InformationIts the last Friday of the month that means it's Oswestry Late Night Market! Live Music food and drink!
The Bartells play The Bartells Acoustic Night
20:00 26th April 2024
at The Bailey Head Freehouse
OswestryThe Bartells play The Bartells Acoustic Night
20:00 - 22:30 26th April 2024
The Bailey Head FreehouseMore InformationA rare acoustic night from Oswestry’s own The Bartells playing material from their lastest album.
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2727th April 2024●●(6 events)
Sierra Leone Independence Day
All Day 27th April 2024
at Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway
WelshpoolSierra Leone Independence Day
All Day - 01:00 27th April 2024
Welshpool & Llanfair Light RailwayMore InformationSierra Leone Carriages operating together, see Hunslet 85 on display, and learn about the history of the SLGR with visiting displays.
Take a ride in our Sierra Leone First Class Carriage. Operates on select dates April – October.
Whittington Castle - Siege 1404
10:00 27th April 2024 – 28th April 2024
at Whittington Castle
OswestryWhittington Castle - Siege 1404
10:00 - 16:00 27th April 2024 – 28th April 2024
More InformationThe year is 1404, the Welsh rebel Owain Glyndwr is laying waste to towns and castles up and down the border, his sights are now set on Whittington. Can the brave English defenders drive him off or will the daring Welsh rebels win the day? Free admission, regular parking charges apply. 10:00 – 16:00.
Race night - Ellesmere Carnival
18:30 27th April 2024
at Ellesmere Comrades Sport Club
EllesmereRace night - Ellesmere Carnival
18:30 - 23:00 27th April 2024
Ellesmere Comrades Sport ClubMore InformationCome join us for a thrilling evening at the Ellesmere Comrades Sports & Social Club Ltd for our Race night to raise money for the Ellesmere Carnival Event! Get ready to cheer on your favorite horses as they gallop towards the finish line. It's a night filled with excitement, friendly competition, and good vibes. Bring your friends and family along for a night you won't forget!
Paul Potts
19:30 27th April 2024
at Festival Drayton Centre
Market DraytonPaul Potts
19:30 - 22:00 27th April 2024
More InformationPaul Potts, the Welsh-residing tenor, is living his dream. Bullied and taunted at school, singing in the local church choir proved to be a sanctuary for Paul. Listening to La Boheme at aged 16, Paul fell in love with opera, a romance that was to set him on a turbulent journey that would eventually lead him to win the first series of Britain’s Got Talent in 2007. Truly a life-changing event, Paul released his multi-Platinum debut album ‘One Chance’ that year, topped the charts in 13 countries, appeared on Oprah (twice), brought Times Square to a standstill, announced a global arena tour and became a household name in cities from Seoul to New York and Sydney to Hamburg.
Paul’s story has since inspired the Hollywood film ‘One Chance’ starring James Corden. But the story doesn’t end there. Paul is constantly touring, having now performed well over 1,000 times across 45 countries. Since Paul’s BGT win, he has released a further six studio albums: 2009’s ‘Passione’, 2010’s ‘Cinema Paradiso’ and ‘Home’ in 2014, as well as a Greatest Hits collection in 2013. Paul’s fifth studio album ‘On Stage’ was released in 2017 to celebrate ten years since his historic win, followed by ‘Winter Dreams’ in 2019. Paul’s upcoming album Musica Non Proibita, due September, is a double album of arias that Paul performed during his ‘At Home’ sessions during lockdown.
Paul has also appeared on America’s Got Talent: The Champions where he made it to the Grand Final beating out other winners from around the world. Despite the last few tumultuous years for the touring industry, Paul has managed to perform in South Korea, Japan, Scandinavia, Germany, the UK and Wales in addition to spending many months in the recording studio. In April this year, Paul appeared as the ‘Koala’ in Germany’s version of ‘The Masked Singer’ performing classics from A-Ha, Toto, Elton John and Dua Lipa.
Tickets are priced £24.50 for a standard ticket or £45 for a VIP ticket featuring a meet and greet before the show with Paul.
John Doyle in Concert with support from Chris Quinn
20:00 27th April 2024
at The Hive
ShrewsburyJohn Doyle in Concert with support from Chris Quinn
20:00 - 22:30 27th April 2024
More InformationJoin John Doyle for an evening of internationally acclaimed folk guitar with support from Chris Quinn.
"Doyle on guitar has risen to a level occupied by him alone. No one in Irish traditional music is a better guitarist than him right now." - The Wall Street Journal
Over the past 20 years and more he has established himself as the guitarist-accompanist of choice for not only Joan Baez and Mary Chapin Carpenter but also the great Chicago-born Irish fiddler Liz Carroll and bluegrass stars Tim O’Brien and Dirk Powell.
Add in a GRAMMY nomination for the album Double Play and his place in the Transatlantic Sessions band, singer songwriter John Doyle is one of the greatest folk artists of our time.
Chris Quinn has received glowing reviews in the music press for his solo releases and live performances. Maverick Magazine called him "A master of the acoustic guitar and a quality songwriter". With roots in both England and Scotland and spending part of his early career touring across the USA; his own songs are heavily influenced by British, Celtic and American traditional music. Live you can expect masterful finger-style delta blues, bluegrass and swing / jazz guitar and some of the finest acoustic guitar playing you've ever heard!
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2828th April 2024●●(2 events)
Whittington Castle - Siege 1404
10:00 27th April 2024 – 28th April 2024
at Whittington Castle
OswestryWhittington Castle - Siege 1404
10:00 - 16:00 27th April 2024 – 28th April 2024
More InformationThe year is 1404, the Welsh rebel Owain Glyndwr is laying waste to towns and castles up and down the border, his sights are now set on Whittington. Can the brave English defenders drive him off or will the daring Welsh rebels win the day? Free admission, regular parking charges apply. 10:00 – 16:00.
Annie Dressner "I Thought It Would Be Easier" Spring UK Tour
19:45 28th April 2024
at The Hive
ShrewsburyAnnie Dressner "I Thought It Would Be Easier" Spring UK Tour
19:45 - 22:30 28th April 2024
More InformationShe has been likened to an ‘up-tempo Mazzy Star’, Phoebe Bridgers and First Aid Kit.
"Dressner is able to paint visceral images and transport the listener to the world of the song." - American Songwriter
Born and bred in the heart of NYC, Annie's musical journey started at an unexpected crossroads. The night of her high school graduation, she picked up the family guitar for the very first time and discovered a hidden passion that would change her life. Inspired by icons like Simon & Garfunkel, Carly Simon, and Ben Kweller, she began crafting her own melodies, often humming her thoughts like a secret soundtrack to city life.
Annie's artistic odyssey led her to countless open mic nights in the bustling streets of New York, where she learned the art of performance and song writing. It wasn't just about singing; it was about baring her soul through her own creations. These experiences ignited a fire within her, setting the stage for her debut solo show at legendary NYC venue 'The Bitter End' in 2008.
Reflecting on love, friendships and memories, singer-songwriter Annie Dressner bears her soul on her upcoming new album “I Thought It Would Be Easier”, out 5th April via Dharma Records.
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2929th April 2024●(1 event)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day 29th April 2024
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day - 29th April 2024
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendlyget creative sessions every Monday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day creative workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
3030th April 2024●●(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Tuesday
All Day 30th April 2024
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Tuesday
All Day - 30th April 2024
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendlyget creative sessions every Monday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day creative workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
For the Love of Flowers
19:30 30th April 2024
at The Holroyd Community Theatre
OswestryFor the Love of Flowers
19:30 - 20:30 30th April 2024
More InformationCome along and enjoy a relaxing evening of floral artistry and creativity, by watching two floral designers produce magical designs in front of your eyes. Delivered with an interesting educational dialogue, discussing both the plant material used, design technique and how the designs created can fit into your home or lifestyle.
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11st May 2024●●(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 1st May 2024
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00 1st May 2024
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly get creative sessions every Monday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day creative workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Vera Van Heeringen with Jock Tyldesley and The Lonesome Tones
20:00 1st May 2024
at The Bailey Head Freehouse
OswestryVera Van Heeringen with Jock Tyldesley and The Lonesome Tones
20:00 - 22:30 1st May 2024
The Bailey Head FreehouseMore InformationSpend an evening with Vera Van Heeringen, Jock Tyldesley and The Lonesome Tones plus Pete Beresford, Alan Williams and Gary Footie
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22nd May 2024●●(3 events)
Early Bird Song Walk
06:00 2nd May 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsEarly Bird Song Walk
06:00 - 09:30 2nd May 2024
More InformationLike a Dawn Chorus, but not so early…
Join John Tucker as you explore the Onny Meadows before heading back for a breakfast in our cafe. Hear and hopefully see around 30 woodland bird species including Summer Migrants.
Meet at the centre main doors at 6am followed by breakfast at 8.30am
£5 per person
£8.50 for breakfast
Booking essential, book online www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk
AN EVENING WITH LIZ EARLE – A BETTER SECOND HALF
19:30 2nd May 2024
at The Holroyd Community Theatre
OswestryAN EVENING WITH LIZ EARLE – A BETTER SECOND HALF
19:30 - 20:30 2nd May 2024
More InformationJoin us for an evening with Liz Earle as she talks about her new book A Better Second Half and passes on her tips for living a healthier, happier life.
Liz Earle shows us how to future-proof our health in midlife and beyond using evidence-based techniques, ideas and wisdom accumulated over her years of experience in the wellbeing arena.
We all know that midlife women are often hit the hardest of all health-wise, sandwiched between bringing up our families, juggling work and caring for ailing parents, and it is all too easy to lose sight of ourselves. But whatever stage or age you are there is hope and many ways to take back control of your health – physical, mental and emotional – and make yourself a priority rather than bottom of the to-do list.
Liz Earle will sort the fads from the fiction in wellbeing and break through the noise that surrounds all the online advice that can overwhelm us. She has taken this mission to heart with her empowering new book A BETTER SECOND HALF. Part a retrospective of her life and part a brilliant, distillation of self-help, Liz puts forward what we need to do to live well and age well through midlife and beyond. Never shy of making her body a testing lab for new discoveries, Liz shares important information on the gut-brain axis, nutri-genomics, the efficacy of high intensity weight training, the pros and cons of low carb diets, biohacking techniques and much, much more.
Liz Earle is one of the most-trusted voices in wellbeing today and here she shares her hard-won wisdom, practical advice and know-how that can turn the tide on those feelings of dejection and can have us heading into our second halves full of vigour and hope to live longer and better.
This is sure to be an informative and empowering event. We look forward to welcoming Liz to Oswestry to celebrate the publication of A Better Second Half.
Author Biography: Liz Earle MBE is a champion of women’s health, a media influencer and author of many books. She is a TV presenter, podcast host and charity-founder. Her career has spanned 30 years and she is an authority in the world of natural beauty, nutrition, health and wellbeing.
Tickets: £12 without book (Admits One, ticket redeemable against a signed copy of A Better Second Half) or £22 with book (Admits One, includes a signed copy of A Better Second Half)
Neon Raptor Tap Takeover
19:30 2nd May 2024
at The Bailey Head Freehouse
OswestryNeon Raptor Tap Takeover
19:30 - 23:00 2nd May 2024
The Bailey Head FreehouseMore InformationNeon Raptor Tap Takeover with a visit from a member of the brewery team.
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33rd May 2024●●(5 events)
Let's Do Lunch...
11:00 3rd May 2024
at The Holroyd Community Theatre
OswestryLet's Do Lunch...
11:00 - 12:00 3rd May 2024
More InformationLet's Do Lunch...
...with Internationally Renowned Entrepreneur Rachel Clacher CBE and Global Innovations expert Dave Allen.Moreton Hall is delighted to announce that this year’s Business Lunch will bring together Rachel Clacher CBE and innovation expert Dave Allen to discuss 'Adventures in the New World of Business' .
Rachel Clacher is the co-founder of Moneypenny, the world’s leading provider of telephone answering and outsourced switchboard services, annually handling in excess of 15 million calls and live chats on behalf of more than 15,000 companies. Moneypenny’s award winning Wrexham HQ is known as ‘the happiest office in the land’ - and the company is one of the Top 5 ‘Best Companies to Work For in the UK’. Rachel is also the founder of the social mobility charity WeMindTheGap, giving new opportunities to young people who have fallen through some of the cracks in society.
It is 30 years since Dave Allen set up ‘What If’ a global innovation company which has helped shape the future of some of the world's greatest businesses. ‘What If’ has created over $100 billion dollars of value and was twice voted the best place to work in the UK.
We hope you'll join us for the opportunity to network, lunch and hear from inspirational Business people.
Book Here: www.moretonhall.org/business-lunch/
Ye Olde Camp Severn - Kids Festival
13:00 3rd May 2024 – 6th May 2024
at West Mid Showground
ShrewsburyYe Olde Camp Severn - Kids Festival
13:00 - 16:00 3rd May 2024 – 6th May 2024
More Information2024 theme will be medieval with a mythical fantasy twist!
Ye Olde Camp Severn will be a full weekend of entertainment with everything included in the ticket cost! Once at the showground, all you need to buy is your food and drink.
Following feedback from our Festival visitors, the main entertainment days will now be Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May.
Bank Holiday Monday will still have the static entertainment, but the campers who leave on Sunday night won't miss anything. It gives campers the opportunity to have a chilled pack up too.
Here's what we have scheduled for Camp Severn - Kids Festival - 3rd May - 6th May.
⭐Big Fish Little Fish family rave.
⭐Panic Family Circus including circus workshops.
⭐Teacher Pet Rock Show.
⭐Magical Music bike.
⭐Live children's interactive performances.
⭐Face painting/festival glitter.
⭐Walkabout entertainment.
⭐ The Magical Mermaid.
⭐Forest school.
⭐Foam Party.
⭐Inflatable zone.
⭐Craft area.
⭐The Big Beach and Severn Beach.
⭐Camp Fire Stories
⭐Kids disco.
⭐ Emma's Donkey Rides.
⭐ Fusion Extreme free running and Parkour (inc Workshops)
⭐ Stuntman Academy with Paul who is a professional actor & Stuntman.
⭐ Captain Manfield - Wizzard show and workshops.
⭐ Pop-up play Village - Imaginative play areas for under 8's including a baby sensory area.
⭐Falconry interactive shows and displays.
⭐ The Sherwood Outlaws - Medieval combat shows.
⭐ Knight School.
⭐ Medieval Town.
⭐ Meet and greet including Robin Hood and Lady Marian.
⭐Games area including nerf wars.
⭐ Medieval Dressing up selfie area.
⭐ Sir NastyALot - Viking games, medieval interactive battles, and fun!
⭐Dance with Miss Tani.
⭐ Mama G.
⭐ Knife and Axe throwing workshops.
⭐ Soft archery and blunts.
Medieval Calligraphy at Wenlock Abbey
14:00 3rd May 2024 – 5th May 2024
at Wenlock Abbey
Much WenlockMedieval Calligraphy at Wenlock Abbey
14:00 - 12:30 3rd May 2024 – 5th May 2024
Much Wenlock, Shropshire TF13 6HSMore InformationWeekend Course in the Prior’s Hall of Wenlock Abbey, Much Wenlock.
Cost:£200 per course participantWith Barbara Bodziony – Following the popularity of Barbara’s calligraphy course at Wenlock Abbey last year, we are pleased to offer another, slightly longer course this year.
You can either be a complete beginner, or have some experience of calligraphy. The course runs from 2pm on Friday 3rd May to 12:30pm on Sunday 5th May and includes all the materials you will need, as well as tea/coffee and a light lunch on Saturday. You will need to find your own accommodation.
In the ancient setting of the Great Hall at Wenlock Abbey, learn how to write in calligraphic script. Also learn something of the history of this ancient house, including the restoration programme carried out under the ownership of Louis de Wet, himself a fine calligrapher.
This year, the course will feature the Carolingian Minuscule script.
Back To Basics: The Show By BellaTrix Burlesque
19:00 3rd May 2024
at Hermon Arts
OswestryBack To Basics: The Show By BellaTrix Burlesque
19:00 - 20:00 3rd May 2024
More InformationBellaTrix Burlesque, a local burlesque group, is excited to bring to you an evening filled with captivating neo and classic burlesque, performed by local artists. We invite you to join us for a night of tantalizingly dark and delightful, sultry and sexy stockings style entertainment!
Pale Fire Music presents The Nightingales
19:30 3rd May 2024
atPale Fire Music presents The Nightingales
19:30 - 23:00 3rd May 2024
More InformationBirmingham’s original punk group The Prefects had been part of The Clash’s ‘White Riot Tour’, recorded a couple of Peel sessions, released a 45 on Rough Trade and, years after splitting up, had a retrospective CD released by NY label Acute Records to all round glowing reviews – from Rolling Stone to webzines.
The Nightingales was formed by a few members of The Prefects following that band’s demise in 1979. Described in John Robb’s definitive book on post punk (“Death To Trad Rock”) as “The misfits’ misfits” and comprising an ever fluctuating line up, based around lyricist/singer Robert Lloyd, the Nightingales enjoyed cult status in the early ’80’s as darlings of the credible music scene and were championed by John Peel, who said of them – “Their performances will serve to confirm their excellence when we are far enough distanced from the 1980’s to look at the period rationally and other, infinitely better known, bands stand revealed as charlatans”.
After working with various part timers, starry eyed wastrels, precious sorts, and mercenaries the group arrived at it’s current (and now longest standing) line up, which features Lloyd, Andreas Schmid from Faust on bass, ex Violet Violet wonder drummer Fliss Kitson and on guitar James Smith, who Lloyd had spotted playing with Damo Suzuki. -
44th May 2024●●(7 events)
Ye Olde Camp Severn - Kids Festival
13:00 3rd May 2024 – 6th May 2024
at West Mid Showground
ShrewsburyYe Olde Camp Severn - Kids Festival
13:00 - 16:00 3rd May 2024 – 6th May 2024
More Information2024 theme will be medieval with a mythical fantasy twist!
Ye Olde Camp Severn will be a full weekend of entertainment with everything included in the ticket cost! Once at the showground, all you need to buy is your food and drink.
Following feedback from our Festival visitors, the main entertainment days will now be Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May.
Bank Holiday Monday will still have the static entertainment, but the campers who leave on Sunday night won't miss anything. It gives campers the opportunity to have a chilled pack up too.
Here's what we have scheduled for Camp Severn - Kids Festival - 3rd May - 6th May.
⭐Big Fish Little Fish family rave.
⭐Panic Family Circus including circus workshops.
⭐Teacher Pet Rock Show.
⭐Magical Music bike.
⭐Live children's interactive performances.
⭐Face painting/festival glitter.
⭐Walkabout entertainment.
⭐ The Magical Mermaid.
⭐Forest school.
⭐Foam Party.
⭐Inflatable zone.
⭐Craft area.
⭐The Big Beach and Severn Beach.
⭐Camp Fire Stories
⭐Kids disco.
⭐ Emma's Donkey Rides.
⭐ Fusion Extreme free running and Parkour (inc Workshops)
⭐ Stuntman Academy with Paul who is a professional actor & Stuntman.
⭐ Captain Manfield - Wizzard show and workshops.
⭐ Pop-up play Village - Imaginative play areas for under 8's including a baby sensory area.
⭐Falconry interactive shows and displays.
⭐ The Sherwood Outlaws - Medieval combat shows.
⭐ Knight School.
⭐ Medieval Town.
⭐ Meet and greet including Robin Hood and Lady Marian.
⭐Games area including nerf wars.
⭐ Medieval Dressing up selfie area.
⭐ Sir NastyALot - Viking games, medieval interactive battles, and fun!
⭐Dance with Miss Tani.
⭐ Mama G.
⭐ Knife and Axe throwing workshops.
⭐ Soft archery and blunts.
Medieval Calligraphy at Wenlock Abbey
14:00 3rd May 2024 – 5th May 2024
at Wenlock Abbey
Much WenlockMedieval Calligraphy at Wenlock Abbey
14:00 - 12:30 3rd May 2024 – 5th May 2024
Much Wenlock, Shropshire TF13 6HSMore InformationWeekend Course in the Prior’s Hall of Wenlock Abbey, Much Wenlock.
Cost:£200 per course participantWith Barbara Bodziony – Following the popularity of Barbara’s calligraphy course at Wenlock Abbey last year, we are pleased to offer another, slightly longer course this year.
You can either be a complete beginner, or have some experience of calligraphy. The course runs from 2pm on Friday 3rd May to 12:30pm on Sunday 5th May and includes all the materials you will need, as well as tea/coffee and a light lunch on Saturday. You will need to find your own accommodation.
In the ancient setting of the Great Hall at Wenlock Abbey, learn how to write in calligraphic script. Also learn something of the history of this ancient house, including the restoration programme carried out under the ownership of Louis de Wet, himself a fine calligrapher.
This year, the course will feature the Carolingian Minuscule script.
Camp Severn Kids Festival - Medieval Mashup!
10:00 4th May 2024
at West Mid Showground
ShrewsburyCamp Severn Kids Festival - Medieval Mashup!
10:00 - 17:00 4th May 2024
More InformationMedieval Fancy dress is encouraged.
Line-up for Saturday the 4th May is as follows:
- Big Fish Little Fish family rave
- Panic Family Circus including circus workshops
- The Magical Mermaid
- Magical Music bike
- Superhero academy
- Catwalk Fancy dress competition
- Falconry interactive shows and displays
- Amazing animals puppet show
- Face painting/festival glitter
- Meet the Princesses
- Retro arcade games
- Forest school / play area
- Foam Party
- Inflatable zone
- Craft area
- The Big Beach
- Emma's Donkey Rides
- Stuntman academy with Paul who is a professional actor & Stuntman.
- Pop-up play Village - Imaginative play areas for under 8's including a baby sensory area
- The Sherwood Outlaws - Medieval combat shows
- Knight School
- Medieval Town
- Meet and greet including Robin Hood and Lady Marian
- Games area including Nerf Wars
- Medieval Dressing up selfie area
- Sir NastyALot - Viking games, medieval interactive battles, and fun!
- Dance with Miss Tani
- Mama G
- Drumming workshops
- Soft archery and blunts
- Teenage Mutant Nina Turtles. Meet and greet your favourite TMNT!
Evening - Campers only:
- Teachers Pet Rock Show
- The Radioactive band
- Kids Disco
- Camp fire stories
Whittington Castle - Eco Warriors
10:30 4th May 2024
at Whittington Castle
OswestryWhittington Castle - Eco Warriors
10:30 - 12:00 4th May 2024
More InformationJoin our Eco Warrior Linus for our monthly green fingered children’s club: Activities are different each month and have included bulb planting, litter picks, fat ball making, pond dipping and bug hotel construction. Dress appropriately for the weather and all participants can relax with a complimentary hot chocolate at the end of the session. No booking needed, meet at kitchen@thecastle on the day.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Late Night at the Market Hall
17:30 4th May 2024
at Shrewsbury Market Hall
ShrewsburyLate Night at the Market Hall
17:30 - 22:00 4th May 2024
More InformationExperience Shrewsbury Market Hall by night, tuning into its twilight vibes. Enjoy flavours from around the world, wine and gin bars, cocktails and more!
Cafes and street food venues open up 9pm, bars open up to 10pm. No need to book, just turn up.
A small range of fashion, gift, vintage, art, handcraft, skincare and accessory stalls also open during the earlier part of the evening. Individual business opening times may vary.
The majority of the market’s cafes and bars take walk-ins only on the night. Advance reservations can only be made at Petitglou wine bar for food and drink and Moreish café which serves a three-course set menu.
Fleetwood Mad
19:30 4th May 2024
at Festival Drayton Centre
Market DraytonFleetwood Mad
19:30 - 22:00 4th May 2024
More InformationFleetwood Mad are a sensational and exciting tribute band recreating an authentic Fleetwood Mac experience. Created out of a passion for Fleetwood Mac and their music, Fleetwood Mad made their debut in early 2019 and quickly secured their place as one of the "must see" Fleetwood Mac tributes. The show includes a flashback to the Peter Green era plus all of the biggest hits from their multi-million selling singles and albums. The stage show presents great live music and authentic costumes, ensuring Fleetwood Mad take you on a 2-hour theatrical journey exploring the magic of Fleetwood Mac.
John Doyle
20:00 4th May 2024
at Hermon Arts
OswestryJohn Doyle
20:00 - 22:30 4th May 2024
More InformationJoin John Doyle for an evening of internationally acclaimed folk guitar with support from Chris Quinn.
"Doyle on guitar has risen to a level occupied by him alone. No one in Irish traditional music is a better guitarist than him right now." -The Wall Street Journal Over the past 20 years and more he has established himself as the guitarist-accompanist of choice for not only Joan Baez and Mary Chapin Carpenter but also the great Chicago-born Irish fiddler Liz Carroll and bluegrass stars Tim O’Brien and Dirk Powell. Add in a GRAMMY nomination for the album Double Play and his place in the Transatlantic Sessions band, singer songwriter John Doyle is one of the greatest folk artists of our time. Chris Quinn has received glowing reviews in the music press for his solo releases and live performances. Maverick Magazine called him "A master of the acoustic guitar and a quality songwriter". With roots in both England and Scotland and spending part of his early career touring across the USA; his own songs are heavily influenced by British, Celtic and American traditional music. Live you can expect masterful finger-style delta blues, bluegrass and swing / jazz guitar and some of the finest acoustic guitar playing you've ever heard!
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Ye Olde Camp Severn - Kids Festival
13:00 3rd May 2024 – 6th May 2024
at West Mid Showground
ShrewsburyYe Olde Camp Severn - Kids Festival
13:00 - 16:00 3rd May 2024 – 6th May 2024
More Information2024 theme will be medieval with a mythical fantasy twist!
Ye Olde Camp Severn will be a full weekend of entertainment with everything included in the ticket cost! Once at the showground, all you need to buy is your food and drink.
Following feedback from our Festival visitors, the main entertainment days will now be Saturday 4th May and Sunday 5th May.
Bank Holiday Monday will still have the static entertainment, but the campers who leave on Sunday night won't miss anything. It gives campers the opportunity to have a chilled pack up too.
Here's what we have scheduled for Camp Severn - Kids Festival - 3rd May - 6th May.
⭐Big Fish Little Fish family rave.
⭐Panic Family Circus including circus workshops.
⭐Teacher Pet Rock Show.
⭐Magical Music bike.
⭐Live children's interactive performances.
⭐Face painting/festival glitter.
⭐Walkabout entertainment.
⭐ The Magical Mermaid.
⭐Forest school.
⭐Foam Party.
⭐Inflatable zone.
⭐Craft area.
⭐The Big Beach and Severn Beach.
⭐Camp Fire Stories
⭐Kids disco.
⭐ Emma's Donkey Rides.
⭐ Fusion Extreme free running and Parkour (inc Workshops)
⭐ Stuntman Academy with Paul who is a professional actor & Stuntman.
⭐ Captain Manfield - Wizzard show and workshops.
⭐ Pop-up play Village - Imaginative play areas for under 8's including a baby sensory area.
⭐Falconry interactive shows and displays.
⭐ The Sherwood Outlaws - Medieval combat shows.
⭐ Knight School.
⭐ Medieval Town.
⭐ Meet and greet including Robin Hood and Lady Marian.
⭐Games area including nerf wars.
⭐ Medieval Dressing up selfie area.
⭐ Sir NastyALot - Viking games, medieval interactive battles, and fun!
⭐Dance with Miss Tani.
⭐ Mama G.
⭐ Knife and Axe throwing workshops.
⭐ Soft archery and blunts.
Medieval Calligraphy at Wenlock Abbey
14:00 3rd May 2024 – 5th May 2024
at Wenlock Abbey
Much WenlockMedieval Calligraphy at Wenlock Abbey
14:00 - 12:30 3rd May 2024 – 5th May 2024
Much Wenlock, Shropshire TF13 6HSMore InformationWeekend Course in the Prior’s Hall of Wenlock Abbey, Much Wenlock.
Cost:£200 per course participantWith Barbara Bodziony – Following the popularity of Barbara’s calligraphy course at Wenlock Abbey last year, we are pleased to offer another, slightly longer course this year.
You can either be a complete beginner, or have some experience of calligraphy. The course runs from 2pm on Friday 3rd May to 12:30pm on Sunday 5th May and includes all the materials you will need, as well as tea/coffee and a light lunch on Saturday. You will need to find your own accommodation.
In the ancient setting of the Great Hall at Wenlock Abbey, learn how to write in calligraphic script. Also learn something of the history of this ancient house, including the restoration programme carried out under the ownership of Louis de Wet, himself a fine calligrapher.
This year, the course will feature the Carolingian Minuscule script.
Llanfyllin Workhouse Car Boot
09:00 5th May 2024
at Llanfyllin Workhouse
LlanfyllinLlanfyllin Workhouse Car Boot
09:00 - 13:00 5th May 2024
More InformationIt’s that time again! Carboot Sundays Llanfyllin Workhouse first of the season Sunday 7th April.
Spread the word and let’s hope for a dry and busy season.
Bluebell Walk
10:00 5th May 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsBluebell Walk
10:00 - 12:30 5th May 2024
More InformationJoin Centre Manager, Grant, who will lead you from Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre on a walk to one of the best places in Shropshire to see bluebells.
Three and a half miles of easy walking on field paths and lanes. Please bring appropriate outdoor footwear.
£8 per person. Discounts available for members.
Booking essential, book online www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk
Camp Severn Kids Festival - - MYTHICAL TWIST!
10:00 5th May 2024
at West Mid Showground
ShrewsburyCamp Severn Kids Festival - - MYTHICAL TWIST!
10:00 - 11:00 5th May 2024
More InformationMythical Fancy dress is encouraged.
Line-up for Sunday the 5th May is as follows:
- Big Fish Little Fish family rave
- Panic Family Circus including circus workshops
- The Magical Mermaid
- Exotic Zoo
- Magical Music bike
- Catwalk fancy dress competition
- Wizard academy
- Family games
- Dinosaur invasion
- Face painting/festival glitter
- Meet the Princesses
- Retro arcade games
- Walkabout entertainment
- Forest school / play area
- Foam Party
- Inflatable zone
- Craft area
- The Big Beach
- Emma's Donkey Rides
- Stuntman academy with Paul who is a professional actor & Stuntman.
- Pop-up play Village - Imaginative play areas for under 8's including a baby sensory area
- The Sherwood Outlaws - Medieval combat shows
- Knight School
- Medieval Town
- Meet and greet including Robin Hood and Lady Marian
- Games area including nerf wars
- Medieval Dressing up selfie area
- Sir NastyALot - Viking games, medieval interactive battles, and fun!
- Dance with Miss Tani
- Mama G
- Drumming Workshops
- Soft archery and blunts
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Meet and greet you fav TMNT
Evening - Camper only:
- Kiss the Teacher - ABBA Tribute show
- Kids Disco
- Camp fire stories
Beginners photography group 2024 at Erddig National Trust
11:30 5th May 2024
atBeginners photography group 2024 at Erddig National Trust
11:30 - 12:30 5th May 2024
More InformationIf you are new to photography or just want a refresher then this may be the walk for you.
Come join our expert photography volunteers as they guide you through our Grade I listed garden, showing you how to improve your skills on the first Sunday of every month, from February through November 2024 from 11.30am-12.30pm.
By the end of the walk you may feel more confident with your camera and we hope you will have captured some images of Erddig that will inspire you to take your hobby further.
SINGING SEMINAR/CONCERT
14:03 5th May 2024
at ST.MARYS CHURCH
SHREWSBURYSINGING SEMINAR/CONCERT
14:03 - 17:03 5th May 2024
More InformationInternational singer/teachers Linda Angelis and harpist Jenny Asha Lily Wilde. We will explore the voice and benefits of singing, to improve breathing and brain cognition/memory. All ages welcome and can come as an observer if not wish to sing. Music can serve as a is a natural healer and uplift the spirit. Concerts from both artists will perform a concert after the seminar for 45mins.