Calendar

In partnership with Wolverhampton Art Gallery, this new exhibition features work by local artist, Anthony Twentyman. This collection of Twentyman’s work celebrates nature’s power to make us feel connected, alive and human.
NOT FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS.

This Easter holidays, explore a fascinating under water world as you dip the oxbow pond for mini beasts to identify.
£4 per accompanied 3-11 year old.
Monday 6th – Friday 10th, 1pm – 2.30pm.

Discover what’s new in nature at Dudmaston. Follow the trail around the woodland and solve the clues to claim your Cadbury chocolate treat.

Make delicious Easter treats such as deviled chicks, cotton tail biscuits and hot cross buns.
£7.50 per accompanied 3-11 year old, booking essential.

Sadly due to the coronavirus outbreak the Kids Festival Telford has been postponed until 20 & 21 February 2021. Please see website below for more information

www.shropshirekidsfest.co.uk

Inequality, injustice and the demands of the world we live in cause stress and depression for many people. Some explode. “Wild Tales” is a multi-story film about such people. Vulnerable in the face of a reality that shifts and suddenly turns unpredictable, people cross the thin line that divides civilisation and barbarism. Such as a lover’s betrayal, a return to the repressed past, and the violence woven into everyday encounters drive the film’s characters to madness as they cede to the almost-pleasure of losing control.
Director Damián Szifron
Cert 15 – 122mins – 2015

Wheelchair access – Screen 4.5m – Caberet-style layout – Excellent bar – Ice cream

Floodstock 2020 – Saturday 11th April

Free live music and more throughout Shrewsbury. Raising funds to support people and businesses affected by the floods.

VENUES CONFIRMED SO FAR:

Town Centre Stage
The Armoury
The Bulls Head
Bull Inn Butcher Row
The Crown, Coleham
Kings Head
The Hole in the Wall
Tap and Can
St. Nicholas
Wheatsheaf, Frankwell
Albert’s Pour House
Albert’s Shed

More to be confirmed very soon!!!

We’ll be running a raffle, and are now looking for donations. Likewise, we are in the process of setting up a donations site where people will be encouraged throughout the day to give towards the cause.

How will we manage donations and how will we distribute them?

We’re still looking into this and have a few leads to non-profit organisations who will make sure the funds are distributed fairly. Transparency and fairness is our top of our priority.

This isn’t just a local event. It’s something that we’re doing across Shropshire too, having FLOODSTOCK 2020 running throughout the affected areas will really get the fundraising drive onto a national stage.

So also talking with people in Ironbridge and Bridgnorth to run similar events. Albert’s Shed Southwater will be hosting a seperate event on Sunday 12th April 2020 so that we can channel people into the most affected areas that the floods have hit.

***Two Day egg-stravaganza***

Taking place on Easter Sunday 12th and Bank Holiday Monday 13th April, join us for the only place to be over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend and enjoy:

🔸600+ vintage, classic and modern vehicles on display per day
🔸Special ‘Classic Commercial’ vehicle theme
🔸Large number of trade, autojumble & retail stands
🔸 Modern car dealerships including the latest display models
🔸 Full vehicle concours 🏆 overseen by a leading commentator
🔸 Quality food, drink, ice cream and responsible bar 🍦
🔸 Children’s entertainment and children’s adventure playground
🔸 Access to the grounds & gardens of this stunning country home venue
🔸 Plus exciting new content

Opening Times:

Sunday: 10am – 4pm
Monday: 10am – 4pm

HOW TO EXHIBIT:

🔸 100 FREE exhibitor tickets are available for the Monday show only 🔸

🚗 Exhibit your classic car (aged 2005 or pre-2005) for just £4.50 when you book online before 5pm on Friday 3 April 2020. Advance tickets allow entry for up to two adults and two children (7-14) travelling in the exhibiting vehicle.

After this date, exhibitors can still arrive on the day of the event and exhibit their vehicle. However, under these circumstances exhibitors will need to pay the full admission price and this is also subject to availability. Discounted exhibitor tickets are not available either after the 3 April or on the day of the event.

**Update for 2020** Starting in 2020, any exhibitors who wish to book via the phone or a booking form will be charged £5.00. The 50p increase is purely an admin fee due to increasing costs of processing the bookings in this way.

🏍️ Exhibit your classic motorcycle for just £3.50 when you present a FREE Motorcycle Season Pass upon arrival at the event. To obtain a pass, call the office now on 01484 667776.

Admission Cost (per day):

Adult – £10.00
Child (4 – 16) – £5.00
Under 4’s – Free
Family (2 adults & 2 children) – £25

Book tickets 🎟️ online at: http://www.classicshows.org/event/easter-motor-show-sunday-12-april-2020/

Pitch cost (per day):

Premium Trade – The best located stand space at the event. £Call for details.
Trade – £40 (advance booking) £45 (on the day)
Autojumble – £30 (advance booking) £35 (on the day)

To book a trade / autojumble pitch call the office on 01484 667776.

Parking is free! 🚙
Dogs are welcome on leads 🐕

For more information, visit: http://www.classicshows.org/easter-motor-show-sun-12-mon-13-april-2020/

Please bear in mind that on event weekends we are very busy and although we will endeavour to do so, we may not be able to respond to your query before the event starts. The best way to contact us is by emailing info@classicshows.org. You will receive an automated email which provides you with the event hotline so you can either wait for a response or give us a call.

Sadly all events at Artshack are currently on hold due to Coronavirus outbreak. However please see their website for information on how you can support this amazing venue during this difficult period: https://www.myartshack.co.uk

Have you ever wanted to learn how to bellydance but didn’t know where to start? Or maybe you are already dancing but would like to revisit the basic moves to improve your technique?

Fun and friendly way to learn to shimmy, camel and do snake arms amongst many other moves, whilst learning a choreographed dance or two! With JWAAD instructor Sue Lloyd.

£10 including free parking and refreshments!

Small groups, so please book early to avoid disappointment.

Contact 07751 362171 or  info@myartshack.co.uk

https://www.myartshack.co.uk

Follow Bunny’s trail around the orchard and courtyards at Dudmaston Hall. Solve the clues to claim your Cadbury chocolate treat.

Sadly this event has been cancelled due to the Corona Virus outbreak

This Easter holidays, explore a fascinating under water world as you dip the oxbow pond for mini beasts to identify.
£4 per accompanied 3-11 year old.
Monday 13th – Friday 17th April, 1pm – 2.30pm.

After its successful season of Madama Butterfly, Carmen and La Traviata last year, Russian State Opera returns to delight you with the premiere of Opera, Aida. The brand-new production guarantees to delight you with sumptuous sets and splendid new costumes.

Verdi brings the ancient Egypt on stage with evolving love story at the backdrop of war. The princess of Ethiopia (Aida) falls in love with the Egyptian General (Radames) and he is also besotted by her. Radames is chosen to lead the war with Ethiopia by the king and Aida is left to choose between her lover or her father and her country.

Aida is a gripping love story that will keep you on the edge of your seats until the very end.

Aria such as ‘Se quel Guerrier io fossi!’ sung by Radames in the first act is one of the most famous arias of the operatic world. The most powerful melody comes in the second part of the Opera in the form of Triumphal March to highlight victory and triumph.

A deeply moving opera overflowing with emotion and containing moments of despair and uncertainty. Aida is an unforgettable, inspiring experience.

Aida – Timeless and emotional opera with breath-taking melodies
Music by Giuseppe Verdi sung in Italian with English surtitles.

‘A boon to the opera in regional theatres.’ The Stage

Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra numbering over 30 musicians

For more information, please visit our website www.russian-state-opera.co.uk

In a world full of general ghastliness, best-selling author and trusted authority on matters of etiquette William Hanson has embarked on an entertaining solo mission to gentrify the nation, enlightening us with the history of customs, tastes and manners.

Meeting every Wednesday (come rain or shine) at 10am Comer Woods car park, we hold a 60-minute dog walk around the woods. You don’t have to bring a dog to join us. Perhaps you enjoy the company of dogs or just fancy the chance to meet some new people – come along, everyone is welcome (including children). Booking not required.

Singing sensation Russell Watson performs a spectacular concert of career highlights. The concert will celebrate 20 years since his debut album THE VOICE was released.

Oswestry Antique and Collectors 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 item.
Oswestry Antique & Collectors Fair is a well established event which regularly see’s 200 plus stalls of experienced dealers from all over the country and is a regular on BBC’s Bargain Hunt.

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. Simply tens of thousands of items you can’t buy on the high street.

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 in the past.
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! New Bar & Bistro on site at affordable prices.

2020 Dates:
18th & 19th April 2020
20th & 21st June 2020
5th & 6th September 2020
14th & 15th November 2020

Admission: £3.50 per person
£2.50 over 60’s.
Under 16’s FREE (must be accompanied by an adult)
Opening times:
TRADE ONLY : Sat Only – 7:30-8:30
PUBLIC: Sat-8:30-4:00, Sun – 9:00 – 3:00

All trade information can be found at www.josevents.co.uk

Six guest nurseries and our members plant stall offering reasonably priced home grown plants. Come and join us for expert advice, rare and unusual plants along with tried and tested old favourites. Non members welcome. Light refreshments. Disabled access and toilets.

A firm favourite in the foodie calendar, this delectable dining experience begins with a welcome drink at Tanners Wines before taking you to three secret restaurants where you’ll be treated to a fabulous starter, main course and dessert. The locations of the restaurants and the dishes you’ll be eating, will be revealed on the night!

Meeting every Wednesday (come rain or shine) at 10am Comer Woods car park, we hold a 60-minute dog walk around the woods. You don’t have to bring a dog to join us. Perhaps you enjoy the company of dogs or just fancy the chance to meet some new people – come along, everyone is welcome (including children). Booking not required.

Another international jazz great coming to Forge at The Wakes

Saxophonist and composer Mark Lockheart first came to prominence in the mid 1980s with the influential big band Loose Tubes. In 1992 Mark formed the eclectic co-led quartet Perfect Houseplants, a group that released six albums and collaborated with classical artists such as the Orlando Consort, Andrew Manze and Pamela Thorby.

The mid-90s saw Mark recording and performing with many jazz, folk and pop artists, including Django Bates, Kenny Wheeler, Norma Winstone, June Tabor, Stereolab, Jah Wobble, Robert Wyatt, Prefab Sprout, Don Um Romao, Thomas Dolby and Radiohead.

In 2003 Mark joined Seb Rochford’s Polar Bear, which over a period of 12 years recorded six ground-breaking albums. The band’s second album, Held On The Tips Of Fingers, was nominated for the 2005 Mercury Award and later appeared in Jazzwise’s 100 Albums That Shook the World. The band’s fifth album, In Each And Every Way, was also nominated for a Mercury Award in 2013.

Read more about Mark at http://www.marklockheart.co.uk/biography

Tickets are just 15.00 each including a freshly cooked supper. Supper is served at 8pm with the music starting at 8.30pm. (doors open at 7.30pm giving you time to visit our licensed bar and make your food choices).

Tickets can be purchased at http://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/tickets/mark-lockheart-live-at-forge-at-the-wakes/10050846?ref=let_aft ahead of the evening

Berk’s Nest, in association with Casarotto Ramsay & Associates, presents

Arabella Weir: Does My Mum Loom Big In This?

“Comedy Gold” – Guardian

‘An exceptional debut solo show from a warm and capable performer’
★★★★★ Broadway World
‘undeniably funny…thoroughly enjoyable and touching’
★★★★ Young Perspectives
‘A laugh out loud emotional rollercoaster well worth watching’
★★★★ One4Review
‘An entertaining hour… Weir is a warm and engaging storyteller’ Scotsman

The mother of all confessional shows from the bestselling author and star of The Fast Show and Two Doors Down. Does My Mum Loom Big In This? is for everyone who’s had a mother or been a mother, featuring hair-raising hilarious true stories from Arabella’s dysfunctional childhood, her perilous career and her life as a single working mother. Devastatingly funny, excruciatingly honest and definitely embarrassing for all of Arabella’s relatives, not to mention herself, this is a helter-skelter tour of appalling – and appallingly funny – maternal behaviour.

“Arabella Weir has a unique knack of making appalling (and true) stuff funny” – Sandi Toksvig
“Arabella Weir is simply sensational” – Joanna Lumley
“She’s a mother, she’s a comedy godmother, and her show is mother******* marvellous” – Miranda Hart
“Mirth, motherhood, misery. Arabella is brilliantly funny in her new show” – Paul Whitehouse

Written by Arabella Weir and Jon Canter

With their Top 20 charting album Mesmeranto, and Chrissy Mostyn recently voted in the Top 10 world female vocalists, inspirational award-winning electronic folk pioneers The Blackheart Orchestra take their music to a new, unexplored dimension. Described as “A mesmerizing powerhouse” “A life-enhancing listening event” “An avant-garde musical utopia” and “One of the most extraordinary voices singing anywhere today” vocalist Chrissy Mostyn and multi-instrumentalist Rick Pilkington combine classical influences with vintage synthesisers and ultra contemporary electronica to create music that takes over the senses.

As emotionally charged as it is musically accomplished, expect sublime harmonies, virtuoso guitar, piano and synthesiser playing and songwriting and arrangements that take the audience “from heartbreaking to uplifting in a single song”. With awards including Best British Duo, a Limelight Progressive Music Award Nomination and being voted in the UK’s Top 4 Best New Bands, plus performances at the London Palladium and Royal Albert Hall, The Blackheart Orchestra are two voices and thirteen instruments that create a unique musical experience that is truly ground-breaking.