See and Hear is free and open to everyone to try out equipment and learn more about the support on offer to help improve the quality of life for those with sensory impairment, such as hearing or sight loss.
It’s a great opportunity for peer support, networking, gaining knowledge and sharing information with others and is important to all.
We aim to promote avoidable sight and hearing loss, increase awareness of the issues people with sensory impairment face in their daily lives, and to enable those living with sensory impairment to discover more about the technology and support available to help them.
The exhibition will showcase a great many national and local companies, charities and services available to you.
Find out more by visiting: www.shropshire.gov.uk/see-and-hear
Nominated four times, and winner in 2015, of Musician Of The Year BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Sam Sweeney is releasing and touring his second solo album Unearth Repeat in March 2020. This sees Sam making music on his own terms, free to explore his creative potential with a stellar line up of his favourite musicians. Joining Sam on this tour are, Jack Rutter (Acoustic Guitar), Ben Nicholls (Double Bass). But perhaps the most remarkable addition to the band is nineteen-year-old Louis Campbell on electric and acoustic guitars, whom Sam met when he auditioned as a sixteen-year-old to join the National Youth Folk Ensemble.
Unearth Repeat celebrates a new direction, not only for Sam but for English instrumental music. Teaming up again with award winning producer, Andy Bell, Sam’s new band are injecting into the tradition something that hasn’t been heard before. The music has the groove and swagger of traditional English music with the huge sound, flare, energy and sound palette more commonly heard within the Celtic and Scandinavian music scenes. Photo Credit Camilla Greenwell
Join us for a relaxing three hour cruise on board Sabrina with wine tasting masterclass from Tanners
Cheese & Chutneys will be served throughout the evening along with knowledge and history on the wines served.
After the huge success of the first event we are coming back in 2020 for even more fun and games.
This event is what it says it is – we have wacky soap boxes with wacky teams racing down a hill to see who is the fastest!
Fun for all the family so just come along and watch these crazy karts whizz past you!
The third leg of the cycling event takes us from Shrewsbury to Stratford-upon-Avon (approx. 70 miles). So, I am looking for a team of 40-50 enthusiastic cyclists to join me on this leg. All levels of experience are very welcome. If you would like to be part of this 3rd leg please complete the registration form for entry via www.entouronline.co.uk
In this workshop you will be working with artist Amy Smith to learn how to make your own unique silver ring. You will be introduced to the tools and equipment used to create a silver band and then create your own design with Amy’s help. To make the ring you will use beginners silversmithing techniques such as saw piercing, soldering, adding texture and finishing. Groups are very small allowing for lots of help on an individual basis.
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.
Refreshments will be provided throughout the workshop, but please bring your own lunch.
Cost £65.00
Refreshments will be available during the day, however please bring a packed lunch.
How to Book
Visit https://www.myartshack.co.uk/events/
Back for 2020 is our Shrewsbury Golf Day⛳️
On Friday 5th June 2020 Shrewsbury Town in the Community will be putting on the sensational Shrewsbury Golf Day, with our fantastic sponsors Nick Jones Wealth Planning.
The day will includes 18 holes of Texas Scramble Style golf, tea, coffee and bacon rolls on arrival and a two course meal at the end of the day, followed by raffle and auction.
Location: Shrewsbury Golf Club, SY5 7BL
Cost: £50 per player, £200 per team of 4, £100 to sponsor a hole.
For more information or to book your place head to – www.shrewsburytowninthecommunity.com/events/golf-days
Strictly Theatre Co presents Ian Waite and Vincent Simone….Act Two.
The Ballroom Boys double act Ian Waite and Vincent Simone are set to return in 2020 with a brand new show – Ian Waite and Vincent Simone….ACT TWO, after the roaring success of their 5 star rated 2019 tour!
The fabulous Strictly Come Dancing stars promise another wonderful evening of old- fashioned variety – dance, comedy and song!
With beautiful costumes, gorgeous lighting and world class routines, including the Viennese Waltz, the Foxtrot, the Rhumba… and of course… there has to be another incredible Argentine Tango routine by the master! The boys will be joined by their stunning dance partners and a world class singer.
If you enjoyed The Ballroom Boys, then make sure you don’t miss the hilarious dancing duo when they bring you….ACT TWO!
***** WORLD-CLASS The News Letter
***** A HUGELY ENTERTAINING NIGHT OUT Crawley Observer ***** WHAT A SHOW! Elementary Whats On
Reviews from the 2019 production
VIP Meet and Greet information – The meet and greet includes meeting Ian and Vincent for photo and autograph opportunities, plus a signed print. The meet and greet is PRE-SHOW, 90 minutes before the show begins. All VIP ticket holders must arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet and greet is due to start. Anyone arriving late may not be permitted.
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.
Back for a 8th year with over 200 amazing food, drink and artisan craft stalls, 2 live music stages, cookery demo’s, hands on cookery classes, kids cookery, TONS for the kids to enjoy, animals, masterclasses and LOTS more!
www.shrewsburyfoodfestival.co.uk
On Friday 3rd July the Shrewsbury Town Sleep out, sponsored by Shropshire Homes will be back for 2020 at Montgomery Waters Meadow Stadium to help raise money and awareness for homelessness across Shropshire.
The event will see participants spending the night sleeping outside at Montgomery Waters Meadow with only a sleeping bag to raise awareness about homelessness issues across the county. A report from Shelter in November 2018 indicated that there are now over 500 people in Shropshire who are currently homeless.
This will be a family friendly event, encouraging children, scouts groups, beavers etc, to get involved and help us raise awareness of this growing issue.
Funds raised from the event will go towards both the Shrewsbury Ark and helping us here at Shrewsbury Town in the Community put together our ‘Off the Streets F.C.’ Scheme.
For more information about the event head to – www.shrewsburytowninthecommunity.com/events/shrewsbury-town-sleepout-2020/
Two day Stand-Up comedy course in association with Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival. Culminating in a Showcase gig as part of the comedy festival in July.
This course will be run in association with Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival for the second year running.
Festival Co-Director Kevin Bland said “Every year we’ve tried to introduce something different to the Festival, and to make it as inclusive as possible. I’ve long had the feeling there are some frustrated comedians in Shropshire so we thought we’d do something that would encourage them a bit – hence the idea of doing a stand up course.”
He’s quick to point out however, it’s not just those who wish to get a leg up to start a new career that would benefit from the course. “First & foremost it’s a great way to meet like minded people, have a bit of fun and maybe get over those nerves that everyone has when speaking in public. We’ve had interest from a wide demographic & there will be lots to take away from the course even if you never perform stand up again” he added.
The course, which will be taught by professional comedian James Cook, will be two full days, the Saturday of the two weekends prior to the Festival.
The 4th & 11th July at Origins Restaurant at Shrewsbury Colleges Group on London Road, Shrewsbury. The course will run from 10.30am – 4pm with a break for lunch.
Day One will concentrate on the material – conception, writing, editing & set construction.
Day Two will concentrate on the performance – stagecraft, mic technique & set delivery.
Kevin says that on completion of the course “We will put on a showcase gig at lunchtime on the Saturday 18th July where family & friends (and the wider public) can come and watch you perform your first gig.”
Cost of the course per person will be £130. The showcase will be £3 entry to cover venue costs.
We could all do with a good giggle so we have put together a comedy night that will leave you howling with laughter! Come and park up at the West-Mid Showground and enjoy our first ever Shropshire Drive-In comedy night!
Led by a Ringmaster, you will be led through a production of magical dance, singing, lights, costumes, and jaw-dropping performances. The circus dancers and acrobats will blow your mind! Expect the unexpected with mind-bending performances.
Gravity Live Productions’ amazing cast includes west end singers, dancers who have toured the world, world-class acrobats and Britain’s Got Talent finalists! There will be great circus acts to enjoy alongside singalong tunes all coming through your car radio – what a brilliant outing for you and your family. Food and drink can be delivered direct to your car and you are able to dance away adjacent to your car in your ‘car space’.
Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers! Shropshire Drive-in is thrilled to announce that the original number one sell-out tour ABBA The Story is coming to Shrewsbury on Saturday, 18th July! 🎶
Matinee Performance – 3pm Showtime (Gates open at 2pm)
OR
Evening Performance – 7pm Showtime (Gates open at 6pm)
This is the story of the band that shaped the music! This theatrical production charts ABBA’s phenomenal career, all the way from the 1974 Eurovision win, with their sell out worldwide tours and continuing success of Mamma Mia.
The battle of Shrewsbury weekend
Over the anniversary week of the Battle of Shrewsbury, we travel back to medieval Shropshire to see the sights and sounds of every life leading upto the battle.
During this great family day out you will get to see knights in armour and archers preparing for battle, living history including traditional crafts and cookery. With many activities to try your hand at throughout the day and many skills that can be used today.
There will be a historical market area selling all manners of wares, plus local crafts, organisations and much more.
Each day will end with the Battle of Shrewsbury where you can choose sides of the rebel army or the king himself.
To register your interest as a reenactor, living history or trader please email matthew@eventplan.co.uk
Treat yourself to a delicious BBQ and a three-hour cruise!
Our tasty BBQ includes homemade beef burgers, chicken drumsticks, chunky Shropshire sausages and a variety of side salads and bread.
Get your shell suits, Body Shop White Musk, and yin yang necklaces at the ready – Shropshire Drive-in brings you a 90’s Revival Night on Saturday 1st August!
Shrewsbury Flea – Antique and Collectors Fair at West Mid Showground & is ever increasing in popularity with both visitors & trader. Shrewsbury Flea see’s between 100-140 traders selling a vast selection of Antique’s, collectables, Vintage, mid-century and Salvage. We regularly see between 2200 – 4800 visitors and our fair is quickly gaining a reputation of been the perfect place to find that unique addition to your home. The traders who attend Shrewsbury Flea travel from all over the UK and Europe and cater for every taste and every budget.
Because of COVID-19 this year’s Shrewsbury Flower Show has been cancelled. So we thought it would be a nice idea to hold a ‘virtual’ show instead.
The show will run from 12noon – 8pm on Friday 14 & Saturday 15 August, along with posts on our social media channels.
See https://shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk/virtual-shrewsbury-flower-show/
The Shropshire Virtual County Show is an exciting online event celebrating the best of the county and raising money for 5 great local charities.
It will take place between 10am and 9pm, on Saturday 22nd August 2020, bringing together much-loved elements of a live event – entertainment, competitions, activities and shopping – for people to enjoy at home and in their gardens.
Access will be via a page within our website where the show ground will be mapped out.
See https://shropshirevirtualshow.com/
An exhibition of oil paintings by artist Gill Stokes
We are delighted to announce that this Summer Hollywood is coming to Bomere Heath Cricket Club
Join us for an unforgettable outdoor cinema experience on Saturday 29th August
On the big screen, The Greatest Showman, starring Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams & Zac Efron.
Tickets on sale now
Tickets are limited so do not miss out on what is sure to be The Greatest Show this Summer
Ticket Link and Event Page
https://www.facebook.com/events/2807340365975862/
The thought of an August Bank Holiday without our annual dose of SFF magic was unthinkable so we’ve created Virtually Shrewsbury Folk Festival to take place on Saturday and Sunday August 29 and 30. It will be two days of music, dance, workshops and other festival related fun to keep you going until the ‘real’ thing in August 2021.
See latest information at www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
Join us on 25th September to take on the Step up challenge🏟.
This challenge will see participants taking on the challenge of climbing up and down the 1,780 steps of the Shrewsbury Town F.C. Stadium. Spanning 56 floors which is equivalent of climbing up to the top of the Eiffel Tower!
Whether you want to run, walk, sprint or jog up the 1,780 steps, this event will be for everyone to get involved in.
Along with the cost of entry, we are asking participants to raise a small fund-raising target of £20. All the hard-earned fundraising money will go directly to support our Mental Health project Heads Up.
re you an artist or illustrator?
This year we launch the first Cuan Wildlife Art exhibiton at the Hive in Shrewsbury on the 28th Sept.
To be in with the chance to be featured send a photo of your artwork plus your artists statement to fundraisingcwr@gmail.com. £10 per entry.
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Shrewsbury Flea – antiqueandcollectorsfair is a fabulous mixture of antiques, 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 traders standing from all over the UK and Europe. We regularly see between 2700 – 4300 visitors and between 100 – 150 traders over the weekend both indoor and outdoor and this fair is ever increasing in popularity. We are dogfreindly and there is reasonably priced catering and a fully licensed bar on site. So pop along and feast your eyes on the 1000’s of antiques on offer!
Admission Fee:
£3.00 per person
£2.00 Over 60’s
Under 16’s FREE
TRADE FWC all weekend
Opening Times:
Saturday – 8:30-3:30 (Trade only 7:30-8:30)
Sunday – 9:00-3:00
TRADE – please visit our website for all information where you can book & pay online! www.shrewsburyflea.co.uk
After having to cancel two Exhibitions earlier this year, Shropshire Art Society is pleased to announce our Autumn Exhibition.. It will be held at the Bear Steps Gallery, Shrewsbury, from October 5th to 17th. It will be open from 11am till 3pm daily, excluding Sunday and closing at 1pm on the 17th.
The Shrewsbury Cartoon Festival exhibition WILL go ahead this year at the Bearsteps Gallery from 18th to 30th October.
Each year the Festival adopts a theme for cartoonists to interpret. Naturally the theme for 2020 is ‘vision’. The gallery will display over 70 cartoons from 43 of the UK’s professional cartoonists. In addition, we have pulled together a supplementary exhibition titled ‘No-one saw it coming’ this is a further 56 cartoons depicting experiences of lockdown.
The result of the two exhibitions is a plethora of original cartoons showing different styles and humour gathered together in one place for your delight and amusement. All are for sale as originals or prints.
Started in 2004 by Shropshire based cartoonist Roger Penwill, the event is now a Shropshire treasure attracting locals plus visitors, artists and collectors of cartoons from further afield.
We would like to have brought more of the Festival to the town but circumstances just won’t allow. We hope that all will enjoy what has been possible either in person (social distancing rules apply) at the gallery or via our YouTube link via our website.
Shrewsbury Cartoon Festival has support from Shropshire Council as well as private sponsors. Amongst the supporters seeing the vision this year is Vision Express.
More information about the Festival exhibition and future events at www.shrewsburycartoonfestival.com
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Lets get our antiques fix safely with a ‘Pop up’ Antiques Market!
***OUTDOOR ONLY***
Social distancing measures will be in place and we ask everyone to adhere to them and stay safe. All government guidelines will be followed. West Mid showground is a 54 acre site with large pathways so we will make sure that crowding will not occur.
Lets all start getting back to normal safely together.
Admission: £2.50 pp
9:00 – 16:00
Saturday 31st October 2020
New for this year at the Sabrina Boat, we’re running a Fancy Dress Ghost Cruise on Halloween itself. Includes a 45-minute cruise around the river loop with commentary on Shrewsbury’s spooky past.
Best dressed adult wins a bottle of prosecco or house wine, and best dressed child wins a Sabrina Halloween goodie bag.
30 plus local producers of quality food, drink and craft in the heart of our county town.
Shrewsbury Farmers Market has run for 15 years and is regarded s one of the best in our region.
An exhibition of contemporary plant watercolour paintings and prints. Also available online at etsy.com/uk/shop/paperleafprint
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 and are available 10:00am – 12 noon OR 1:30pm – 4:00pm
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
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 and are available 10:00am – 12 noon OR 1:30pm – 4:00pm
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
Welcome to Christmas @ Stanford.
#christmasisnotcancelled!
Introducing our Outdoor Christmas Parties for you and five of your favourite friends, family or work colleagues in a VIP Christmas Cabin. You will enjoy a wonderful hot 2 course meal consisting of beautiful Ogleshield cheese from Somerset, smothered over Hereford Steak, Sausage, Salt Beef or Portobello Mushrooms…add baby roast potatoes and you’re onto a winner…all meat home grown, made and cured and washed down with hot mulled wine.
If you are celebrating a birthday let us know for a free bottle of Prosecco!
We have called upon some local bands to get you into the party spirit they are The Weekenders / Good to Go / Amy Winehouse Tribute / The Ronaldos / Libby Gliksman & Andy O’Brien. Add that with our resident DJ Lady Heidi, expect Maria Carey Sandwiched between Wham and Michael Buble and we have a perfect recipe for a Covid safe, secure and fun way to enjoy Christmas.
#christmasisnotcancelled
#StanfordsavedChristmas
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 and are available 10:00am – 12 noon OR 1:30pm – 4:00pm
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
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 and are available 10:00am – 12 noon OR 1:30pm – 4:00pm
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
40 fantastic stalls of locally produced high quality food, drink and craft to fulfil all your needs for Christmas.
The stallholders attend Shrewsbury throughout the year at the monthly Farmers Market and Made In Shropshire craft events.
The market will have social distancing measures in place for safety.
The Elf who forgot about Christmas
Come and join our elves for bit of festive cheer! Meet Jolly, Giggles & Happy Socks as they prepare for Christmas. They’ll stop by your cabin to say hello and play some silly games, sing some songs and give you your Elf report to decide if you’re naughty or nice!
Then settle in, get cosy and prepare to watch our show. Our Head Elf Jolly is about to go on a magical journey, she just doesn’t know it yet. Clap along as you meet Simon the Snowman, Tommy the toy solider and Fifi the Fairy and help Jolly understand what Christmas is really all about.
This interactive musical performance is fun for all the family and is guaranteed to bring a bit of sparkle to your day, so get your family together, bring in the grandparents and all enjoy Christmas 2020 at these Covid Safe Outdoor Christmas Parties.
