Common Threads is a community of practice; a group of designer-makers creating a range of textiles who met whilst studying Contemporary Constructed Textiles at Bradford School of Art in 2015. During the part-time course, Margot Bromley specialised in machine knitting, whilst Lin Carter, Fiona Catanach, Sue Christian and Nicola Rudd specialised in weaving, but like most textile enthusiasts they are not limited to just one craft.
As the course came to an end, they realised that they did not want to lose the collaborative nature of their learning and set up the group with the aim of meeting up two or three times a year to share ideas and challenge their creative practice. Although individual members of the group produce work in their own style, favouring particular yarns, techniques or finished products, each year they aim to use a ‘common thread’ in a project. It may be a set of pieces each favouring the same yarn or colour palette, or it could be a collection based on a share theme and common starting point.
Although they have kept in touch regularly online the pandemic has temporarily put a stop to their meeting up in person. This exhibition is an reflection of where their practice has taken each of them individually during their time apart.
Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm.
Beverley Fry’s September exhibition in The Guildhall aims to delight and bring joy.
The paintings are a recent series of mainly her bright, fresh watercolours and feature seasonal flowers and fruits in glass-ware on china.
These colourful family groups will lift spirits in any interior. Some visitors and local people will recall Beverley Fry’s work when she was a highlight in Much Wenlock and you could purchase her paintings from her studio gallery opposite the Parish Church in Wilmore Street.
Some may recall when she was featured in T.V.’s Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the year in 2018, painting news celebrity, Kirsty Wark
The Guildhall is open to the public on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 11am to 4pm.
Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore
You are welcome to join us for 3 autumn walks in the woods to connect with nature through mindfulness and Forest Bathing for a short course in Nature Connection.
The walks are slow, mindfully taking time to switch off our busy brain, and to focus on the sheer beauty of nature through our physical senses. This simple practice has been shown to be very beneficial for our health and well-being, allowing the sights, sounds, smells and touch of nature to relax and inspire us.
Fri 17th and Sat 18th September 2021. The Priorslee & St Georges Beer Festival is a fantastic local festival run by your local 1st Priorslee & St Georges scout group. Proceeds to charity – the local scout group and local kids charities. We will be offering quality food and drinks (beer, cider, prosecco, mocktails), and enjoying live music in our large and airy venue (hall, marquee and garden). Garden BBQ. See you there!
A 2 day food and craft fayre , delicious local food and drink
STRICT COVID 19 GUIDELINES in place!
Oswestry Antique and Collector Fair is situated in the heart of Shropshire at Oswestry Showground which is a 36 acres site with THREE LARGE exhibition halls in a prime position on the A495. You can except to find an array of outdoor and indoor stalls selling an eclectic mix of antiques, vintage, collectables, architectural salvage, mid-century or simply that decorative items.
Oswestry Antique & Collectors Fair regularly see’s 200 stalls of experienced dealers from all over the country and has been a regular on BBC’s Bargain Hunt.
The fair is affordable, dog friendly with free parking and free entry for children. This is a great day out for all the family to be enjoyed whatever the weather! .
Admission: £3.50 per person
Under 16’s FREE (must be accompanied by an adult)
Opening times:
PUBLIC: Sat-8:30-3:30, Sun – 9:00 – 3:00
Oswestry Antique and Collector Fair is situated in the heart of Shropshire at Oswestry Showground which is a 36 acres site with THREE LARGE exhibition halls in a prime position on the A495. You can except to find an array of outdoor and indoor stalls selling an eclectic mix of antiques, vintage, collectables, architectural salvage, midcentury or simply that decorative item.
The fair is affordable, dog friendly with free parking and free entry for children. This is a great day out for all the family to be enjoyed whatever the weather! Refreshments available.
The Castle Craft Weekend returns with some wonderful local makers
Bea, Thomas and the rabbits have created a makeshift family, but despite his best efforts, Peter can’t seem to shake his mischievous reputation. Venturing out of the garden, Peter finds himself in a world where his mischief is appreciated. However, when his family risks everything to come looking for him, Peter must figure out what kind of bunny he wants to be.
Film starts at 5pm. Refreshments, bar and crafts available from 4pm.
£5 per adult, £3 per child, £15 per family. Booking essential.
Shropshire Theatre Organ Trust event: Stephen Austin plays Wurlitzer Theatre Organ at The Buttermarket in Shrewsbury for our concert. Everyone welcome for some live theatre organ entertainment. Doors open at 1.30pm. Admission: £8 on the door (£7 for members).
Self Help Africa are hosting a 12 mile walking challenge on Sunday 19th September as part of The Shropshire Way Festival.
The walk is along Stage 15 of the Shropshire Way, from Nesscliffe along river meadows into Shrewsbury town centre, making for a moderate walk.
Tickets are £20 which includes transport to Nesscliffe, light refreshments and a certificate at the end, with all proceeds to Self Help Africa.
Walk this Way for Self Help Africa will help provide smallholder farmers with the tools, training and the necessary support to anticipate a future free from hunger and poverty.
If you enjoy walking, want to meet like-minded people whilst raising funds for Self Help Africa book your tickets now or call the fundraising office 01743 277170.
Huge town centre event boasting the best Shropshire food producers. Free entry.
Free family music in the award winning Cae Glas Park.
Britain’s most popular soprano will be at The Severn Theatre in Shrewsbury for an evening of song, reminiscence, and chat. Lesley will tell of her behind- the-scenes stories which will give audiences an insight into her life on the stage. With over 30 years of experience performing in the worlds of opera, musicals, television, radio, and concerts, Lesley has won both critical acclaim and the affection of music lovers and fans from across the world.
Have you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development 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.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative 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/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Six week course running fortnightly on Tuesdays, starting Tuesday, 21 September – 10am-1pm
Always wanted to improve your drawing skills? Join us on this course aimed at helping you to develop your drawing skills, including learning to use observation; using a pencil as a versatile medium to create artwork; allowing you to grow in confidence. During each session you will be introduced to various artists to help support your learning and illustrate particular techniques.
Have you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development 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.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative 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/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Fortnightly sessions held on Wednesdays
Starting Wednesday, 8 September – 10am-1pm
Want to sew your own clothes, or simply want to get to grips with that sewing machine that’s gathering dust in the corner? Join us fortnightly on Wednesday mornings and lose yourself in sewing.
It’s all very relaxed and informal; we have large cutting tables for your pattern cutting and will help guide you through how to get the best out of your machine, whilst making something beautiful to take home.
Bring your own machine, or if you’ve not invested in a machine yet use one of ours. Places are limited so please book to avoid disappointment.
Have you ever wondered how good you might be at Art? Maybe you haven’t picked up a paint brush since school? Not many people know how therapeutic it can be to start painting and creating their own works of Art. Ann Fraser has agreed its time to share her teaching skills and is now offering Art classes from Weds 22nd September 11am till 2pm here at The Angel Gallery, 17, High Street, Broseley. Prices are £12 per hour group sessions, with 30min break and last 1/2 hr free. Private tuition is £25 per hour and days/times can be arranged. Only limited spaces available in the group sessions. Don’t miss an opportunity of meeting up with like minded people and getting in touch with your creative side 🎨 👩🎨
Spend an evening with The Telfordaires and discover the joys of a cappella harmony singing!
The Telfordaires are a male-voice barbershop chorus based in Wellington, Telford. We are committed to developing our members’ skills and to providing entertaining experiences to communities around Shropshire and beyond.
Our Open Rehearsal offers an opportunity to come and share in our adventures. You will have the opportunity to join in with our ongoing programme of vocal training, and to learn part of a song in 4-part harmony. We will also perform to you so you can hear what our music sounds like once it’s fully-rehearsed.
Whether you are looking for a new hobby, checking out live music options for your event, or just feel like an interesting evening out with friendly people, we have what you are looking for.
The event is free, but you need to book a ticket so that we can manage numbers and communicate with you about covid safety.
Join us on a culinary journey as much loved chef and food writer Rick Stein talks about the joys and comforts of his home kitchen, brought together in his new book Rick Stein At Home.
We are thrilled to welcome Rick back to Oswestry for this lunchtime event at the new Holroyd Community Theatre.
Tickets: £10 without book (Admits One, ticket redeemable against a signed copy of Rick Stein At Home) or £26 with book (Admits One, includes a signed copy of Rick Stein At Home). Tickets available from the bookshop or purchase online (with booking fee).
Join us for a day of fascination as you learn how to enamel on copper. Starting with the basics of the enamelling process, we’ll explore various different ways of using enamel powers; millefiori and glass pieces to enable you to create your own enamelled masterpiece to take home.
The annual, award winning Ginger & Spice Festival is taking place on Saturday 25th September 2021 in Market Drayton – the Home of Gingerbread – in Shropshire.
In celebration of British Food Fortnight, enjoy a FREE spicy street market on Cheshire street (in the centre of town) including a range of local, artisan producers, many with a ginger and spicy twist!
Meander through the streets of Market Drayton and out into the Shropshire countryside – including the Shropshire Union canal – on the brand new ‘Fodder and Tipple’ Tasting Trail. This ticketed event which takes in the floating market will include local tasting courses & refreshers at several stop offs along the 5 mile route, plus a goody bag with local artisan produce!
Also, enjoy a free of charge self-guided heritage trail & contest available for families, including visiting buildings and places of historical significance with a fun and educational heritage quiz for the little ones.
For tickets and further information visit the website and go to what’s on
www.gingerandspicefest.co.uk
A fantastic night of live music and 3 course meal.
To book tickets please call 01630 638310
Pre booking essential
Looking for a target or goal for 2021? Look no further, this event is great for those just starting out in the running game, the club superheroes looking to crush a PB and elite athletes wanting to compete against some of the best runners in the country. There is something for everyone.
Time: 1000
Parking: There is ample parking. Please follow direction signs and marshals. Do not try to enter the event via RAF Main gate.
Max entries: 500
Prizes: Trophies for M/F 1/2/3.
Medals: Finisher medals will be given out at the end of the race.
Race souvenir: Goodie bags with water bottle, running vest and additional event souvenirs.
Course: This unique event is raced around the RAF Shawbury airfield. The course is excellent for attempting a PB.
OVID Secure event. See website for details.
SHREWSBURY FLEA – Antique and collectors fair is a fabulous mixture of Antiques and collectables, antique furniture, vintage clothing & fabrics, architectural salvage, reclamation and just that quirky stylish item that will compliment your home. SHREWSBURY FLEA – Antique and collectors fair is a relaxed place for both trader and visitor with brilliant regular traders and loyal customers on a fantastic showground within walking distance of Shrewsbury Town centre. We regularly see between 2700 – 4300 visitors and between 100 – 150 traders over the weekend and this fair is ever increasing in popularity.
Admission Fee:
£3.50 per person
Under 16’s FREE
Opening Times:
Saturday – 8:30-3:30
Sunday – 9:00-3:00
Handpicked Shropshire based food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre.
Pop along to our pop-up event and you will be able to buy bags of bargains by weight at our first ever kilo sale!
Don’t miss out on rails and rails of women’s, children’s and men’s clothing plus shoes, bags, scarves and jewellery…
And all to support thousands of families every year living with incurable illnesses.
An evening in the popular, delightful and entertaining company of Edwina Hayes, a beautiful voice of folk Americana, returning for her second visit to Brimfield.
Cabaret seating limited to 60 places. Licensed bar.
Admission by ticket only.
A 1940s style dance featuring the ASHBY LITTLE BIG BAND
Due to rations please bring your own supper.
Licensed Bar! Large Sprung Dance Floor!
All subject to Covid regulations.
If ever a play was guaranteed to connect with everyone … its JABS. We’ve all been on the receiving end. But what is life like at the other end of the syringe?
In March 2020, “Three Men in A Bowtie” performer Sally Tonge took the unlikely step of retraining as an NHS vaccinator. She soon realised that her Covid-19 vaccination pod was the smallest theatre in the world … and that the procession of people stepping into it were pure comedy gold.
JABS is played largely for affectionate laughs … with a few gentle moments of poignancy, a smattering of new songs and a touch of audience participation.
Sally plays herself … whilst actors Christina Cubbin and Paul Wilkinson portray an assortment of 16 characters … in a play scripted and directed by the BBC’s Chris Eldon Lee.
Tickets from Stiperstones Inn 01743 791 327
Car Boot sales are back at the Castle. Entry will be £6 per car and you can arrive after 8.15am please. Sorry no trade stands. Dogs allowed on site. Refreshments onsite including bacon rolls
Join us in Comer Woods on the fourth Sunday of every month for a free, 10k trail run. Enjoy a challenging run with stunning views of the surrounding woodland. The route is made up of two loops so you’ve got the option of completing 4km or the full 10km course. Registration is from 8.30am at The Café by Heath Barns. The Trust10 run will begin at 9am.
A great class for beginners and those wanting to try something new! This silver ring making class is a perfect taster session in silversmithing where you will learn to make a silver band from scratch adding texture inspired by nature, you can choice to make a stacking ring with 2 finer bands or a single slightly thicker band and add a bobble on top if you wish!
We will cover techniques including ring sizing, saw piercing, annealing, soldering and finishing using a range of tools. You will leave with a finished silver band of an organic style of your very own.
About Amy
Amy Smith achieved a 1st class honours in a degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing at The Jewellery School in Birmingham in 2007, and went on to sell and exhibit a unique silver jewellery range at various prestigious shows and galleries in the UK, Germany and USA. She worked as a self employed jeweller for a number of years before going travelling and then returning to Shrewsbury and welcoming her daughter into the world. Since then Amy has combined making more wearable and accessible pieces of silver jewellery with teaching workshops in both jewellery and other crafts.
How to Book
Visit https://www.myartshack.co.uk/specialist-workshops/
Have you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development 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.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative 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/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
If ever a play was guaranteed to connect with everyone … its JABS. We’ve all been on the receiving end. But what is life like at the other end of the syringe?
In March 2020, “Three Men in A Bowtie” performer Sally Tonge took the unlikely step of retraining as an NHS vaccinator. She soon realised that her Covid-19 vaccination pod was the smallest theatre in the world … and that the procession of people stepping into it were pure comedy gold.
JABS is played largely for affectionate laughs … with a few gentle moments of poignancy, a smattering of new songs and a touch of audience participation.
Sally plays herself … whilst actors Christina Cubbin and Paul Wilkinson portray an assortment of 16 characters … in a play scripted and directed by the BBC’s Chris Eldon Lee.
Tickets from Theatre Severn http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/ 01743 2821 281
Have you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development 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.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative 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/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Shrewsbury’s very own Oktoberfest, happening on Friday October 1st & Saturday 2nd In Shrewsbury Quarry!
Bringing together over 150 beers, alongside cider and perry areas, a gin den, and of course a BIG live music stage. Paired with delicious producers, street food vendors, and a new for 2021, ‘Celebration Hour’!
Create a fabulous and unique free-standing serpentine wave form in fused glass; finished size is approximately 15cms tall by 38cms wide by 5cms deep.
Jill Bagnall, designer-maker at Fusing Ideas Glass, will introduce you to kiln-forming and the skills required to create a beautiful & unique work of art that will look fabulous in your home.
Everything you need is supplied; equipment and lovely coloured glass, plus guidance and advice to create your design; no previous experience is necessary.
Creativity Unleashed; the perfect way to relax & unwind
