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There is a wide range of festivals, show and events every year in Shropshire. Below you can see a selection of main events in the local area. For more detailed listings please click here to visit the full Virtual Shropshire events guide.


SUMMER FESTIVAL
24.05.2008  -  31.08.2008
Shrewsbury Summer Season
Shrewsbury Summer Seasonvarious locations around
Shrewsbury
Tel:
Email:
Entertainment & Art events for all throughout the summer. Music, theatre, street entertainment, and much much more.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk

LEASOWES BANK MUSIC FESTIVAL
04.07.2008  -  26.07.2008
Music at Leasowes Bank
Music at Leasowes BankLeasowes Bank Farm,
Ratlinghope, Nr Church Stretton SY5 0SW
Tel: 01743 790769
Email:
One of England’s remotest music festivals. Located 10 miles to the south of Shrewsbury between the dramatic rocky outcrops of the Stiperstones and the Long Mynd. Concerts cover a diverse range of music, this year featuring English Serenata, Snapdragon, Chamber Music Company, Rockin' in Rhythm, & British Standard Time.
More: www.leasowesmusicfestival.co.uk

MUSIC FESTIVAL
08.07.2008  -  13.07.2008
Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod
Llangollen International Musical EisteddfodRoyal International Pavilion,
Llangollen
Tel: 01978 862001
Email: tickets@international-eisteddfod.co.uk
World Famous annual music & art festival.
More: www.international-eisteddfod.co.uk

MUSIC FESTIVAL
18.07.2008  -  19.07.2008
Nozstock Festival 2008
Nozstock Festival 2008Rowden Paddocks,
Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4LS
Tel:
Email: noz@nozstock.com
Set to wow 3000 revellers with a variety of music, spanning rock, indie, folk and dance over six stunning stages, Nozstock’s entertainment is shockingly broad-ranging and high in quality for such an intimate venue. 6pm Friday - 5am Sunday £35 (13 and under free) free camping + parking
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/nozstock-2008.shtml

STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
18.07.2008  -  20.07.2008
Festival At The Edge
Festival At The EdgeStokes Barn,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01939 236626
Email:
This is the 17th storytelling festival Storytellers and guests from overseas as well as the UK. Plus music, real ale.
More: www.festivalattheedge.org

ARTS FESTIVAL
19.07.2008  -  03.08.2008
Church Stretton and South Shropshire Arts Festival
Church Stretton and South Shropshire Arts FestivalVarious locations in and around
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 724106
Email: ronandbreda@supanet.com]
Offering a daily exhibition of local artists and photographers, professional concerts, plays and talks, plus morning coffee concerts and lunchtime organ recitals. See website for full details
More: www.strettonfestival.org.uk

ARTS FESTIVAL
19.07.2008  -  07.09.2008
Art Cafe Summer Festival
Art Cafe Summer FestivalShropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Tel: 01588 676060
Email: lesleymcknightuk@aol.com
Natural Beauty: Secret Hills Art Cafe Summer Exhibition will also include a 4-day Summer school programme of workshops and taster sessions (4-7 August). 10:30am
More: www.secrethillsartcafe.co.uk

FLOWER FESTIVAL
19.07.2008  -  20.07.2008
Annual Sweet Pea Show
Annual Sweet Pea Show Thomas Adam School,
Wem
Tel: 01948 840799
Email: johnandvalgood@tiscali.co.uk
The Sweet Pea Show is held in each year in July, to celebrate the close association Wem has with sweet peas & Henry Eckford. Floral arrangement competitions in the school, Judging of individual Sweet Pea growers and some seeds for sale.
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/sweet-pea

MODEL AIR SHOW
19.07.2008  -  20.07.2008
International Large Model Aircraft Rally
International Large Model Aircraft RallyRoyal Air Force Museum Cosford,
Nr Shifnal, TF11 8UP
Tel: 01902 376211
Email:
The biggest large model aircraft show in Europe. An airshow in miniature with large models flown on the grounds. 10am-6pm Adult £9, OPA £7, Child £5, Family £20, Camping £40
More: www.rafmuseum.org.uk

STEAM FESTIVAL
19.07.2008  -  20.07.2008
Trevithick 200 Engine Rally
Trevithick 200 Engine Rallyvarious locations around
Bridgnorth
Tel: 01746 769374
Email:
On Trevithick's 200th anniversary year there will be steam rollers and traction engines being led by the Trevithick Camborne road locomotive 'the Puffing Devil'. Recreation of 'Catch me who can' the world's first steam loco to have passenger carrying vehicles designed by Trevithick, on view in Severn Park.
More:

MUSIC CONCERT
19.07.2008  -  ..
Hole in the Wall Concert.
Hole in the Wall Concert.Hopton Court,
Hopton Wafers, Cleobury Mortimer, DY14 0EF
Tel: 01299 270734
Email:
An open air concert set in an 18c garden. Program includes 'Treacle', 'The Facez', Gary Pease as Rod Stewart, also Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury. Bar, Pig roast. Gates open at 6pm for picnics.
More: www.holeinthewallconcert.co.uk

COUNTRY SHOW
19.07.2008  -  ..
Newport Show
Newport ShowChetwynd Park,
Newport
Tel: 01952 810814
Email: info@newportshow.co.uk
Band of the Parachute Regiment, motorcycle stunts, a grand parade of livestock, parade of hounds, inter-hunt relay, Morris Dancing, food hall, cooking theatre, trade marquee, book and bottle stalls.
More: www.newportshow.co.uk

OFFICIAL OPENING
19.07.2008  -  ..
Robert Hardy at Battlefield 1403
Robert Hardy at Battlefield 1403Battlefield 1403 Farm Shop, Café and Visitor Centre,
Battlefield, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DB
Tel:
Email:
Battlefield 1403 is a new farm shop, café and visitor centre for the Battle of Shrewsbury. It opened to the public on April 14th and Robert Hardy will be officially opening it on 19th July, the weekend of the anniversary of the Battle of Shrewsbury. 11.00am
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/battlefield-opening.shtml

AIR SPORTS
19.07.2008  -  ..
The Red Dragon Race
The Red Dragon RaceWelshpool Airport,
Welshpool, Powys, Wales SY20 9HU
Tel: 01938 552817
Email: welshpoolairport@aol.com
The Red Dragon race's concept is for competitors to create machines capable of Human Powered Flight, while earning money for charity, RAF display, exhibits and stalls.
More: www.welshpoolairport.co.uk/dragonrace.html

OPERA
20.07.2008  -  20.07.2008
Opera in the Square - Don Pasquale
Opera in the Square - Don PasqualeThe Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
Don Pasquale by Gaetano Donizetti and performed outdoors by the Garden Opera Company. Donizetti's comic masterpiece, has a freshness which never falters. First performed in 1843, the story rings true today as if it were minted yesterday. Sung in English, the opera sparkles with wit and the most enchanting music. 'It is deliciously funny and compassionate, and well suited to Garden Opera's style and resources. 6.00pm £13 / £8 or free to stand.
More: www.gardenopera.co.uk

MUSIC FESTIVAL
20.07.2008  -  ..
Country & Western Music Festival
Country & Western Music FestivalPowis Castle Showground,
Welshpool, Powys, Wales SY21 8RF
Tel: 01938 552563
Email: info@heulwentrust.co.uk
Bands: Hank Muldoon & The Hangovers; Steve Raymond Band; Smokey Mountain Boys; B J Locklin; Paul Challinor; Country Roadshow; Many Rivers Indian Dance plus bar, funfair, line dance, trade stalls.
Adults £7, OAP's £5, Under 16's £1
More: www.heulwentrust.co.uk/pages/cwf/cwf.html

TELFORD STEAM RAILWAY
20.07.2008  -  ..
Model Railway Gala
Model Railway GalaTelford Steam Railway,
Bridge Road, Horsehay, Telford TF4 2NF
Tel: 07765 858348
Email:
Displays of model trains, cars, buses, steam engines, toys and collectables. A vintage bus shuttles to a nearby Narrow Gauge Railway exhibition in Telford.
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/tsr-model.shtml

MUSIC FESTIVAL
25.07.2008  -  27.07.2008
STC Mini Music Festival
STC Mini Music FestivalLeintwardine Hall,
Craven Arms
Tel:
Email:
A two-day festival in aid of Save The Children. Headliner Pete Bennet (former Big Brother winner) and the Love Dogs . 11:30 am-11:45pm £15/day, £20/weekend
More: www.myspace.com/stcminimusicfestival

MEDIEVAL MARKET
26.07.2008  -  27.07.2008
Chetwynd Fair Medieval Market
Chetwynd Fair Medieval MarketShropshire Lavender
Wellbank Farm, Pickstock, Newport TF10 8AH
Tel: 01952 550303
Email: joanna@shropshirelavender.co.uk
Medieval Market in commemoration of granting of market licence to Chetwynd in 1318. Medieval stalls, local food producers and rural crafts, archery and medieval games 11am - 5.30 pm Adults £2.00 Children Free
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/chetwynd-medieval.shtml

COUNTRY SHOW
26.07.2008  -  ..
Bishop's Castle Show
Bishop's Castle Showvarious locations around
Bishop's Castle
Tel: 01588 630290
Email: jane@oldtime.co.uk
A huge variety of trade stands, excellent standard of livestock, the 'favourite' dog show, local produce and main ring events with horses, vintage vehicles, music and more.
More: www.bishopscastle.co.uk

WESTON PARK
26.07.2008  -  ..
Proms Spectacular
Proms SpectacularWeston Park,
Weston-under-Lizard, Nr. Shifnal, TF11 8LE
Tel: 0845 2256020
Email: enquires@weston-park.com
Outdoor concert begining with a dramatic aerial display by an original WW2 Spitfire. The English National Orchestra leads the audience through a superb programme of popular classics, film themes and favourites associated with "Last Night of the Proms". Fireworks finale.
More: www.weston-park.com

THEATRE
27.07.2008  -  27.07.2008
Peter Pan
Peter PanThe Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
The little boy who never grew up... join Heartbreak in Neverland with this fun-filled, adventure fantasy for all the family. By Heartbreak Productions. 5.00pm outdoor performance – please bring chairs / rugs / picnics. £11 / £8.50 in advance. Sponsored by Whittingham Riddell
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk

TRANSPORT FESTIVAL
27.07.2008  -  ..
Audlem Festival of Transport
Audlem Festival of TransportAudlem,
Nr. Market Drayton CW8 3QP
Tel: 01270 610983
Email: rjw@notrubraw.com
Over 200 vehicles, some over 100 years old, parade through the village and then are displayed on the playing field in Audlem village centre. Fariground, stalls, refreshements and a display by an historical aeroplane.
More: www.upperweavervalley.com/site/whats-on/audlem-festival-of-transport-p34621

MUSIC FESTIVAL
02.08.2008  -  03.08.2008
Festival of Jazz and Folk
Festival of Jazz and FolkEdgmond Lion,
Edgmond nr. Newport
Tel: 07904 553 125
Email:
A weekend of the best jazz and folk musicians from the Shropshire area and beyond. Saturday evening barbeque picnic accompanied by great jazz sounds, night-time Ceilidh, folk bands. Sunday daytime hogroast, and evening Chinese banquet. Also bouncy castle, rodeo bull, bungee run & gladiator trials!! Day tickets £12, weekend tickets £20
More: www.alternateleisure.co.uk

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
02.08.2008  -  03.08.2008
Living Van Weekend
Living Van WeekendBlists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
All the fun of the fair will come to Ironbridge Gorge when the annual Living Van Weekend takes place at Blists Hill Victorian town over the weekend. 10am-5pm
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk

AGRICULTURAL SHOW
02.08.2008  -  ..
Oswestry Agricultural Show
Oswestry Agricultural ShowPark Hall Showground,
Oswestry
Tel: 01691 654875
Email:
Livestock competitions & horticultural displays. Full programme of entertainment plus food & craft stands.
More: www.oswestryshow.co.uk

FOOTBALL
03.08.2008  -  08.08.2008
Shrewsbury International Soccer Festival
Shrewsbury International Soccer FestivalShrewsbury Sports Village,
Sundorne Road, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ
Tel: 01686 627100
Email: soccerdests@btinternet.com
An International Soccer tournament for young players aged 8-19, boys & girls, professional & club teams. Opening ceremony Sunday 3rd August, daily football, top teams - 2007 featured Mexico, USA, Canada, Argentina. Great day out!
More: www.soccerdestinations.com

THEATRE
06.08.2008  -  ..
Much Ado About Nothing
Much Ado About NothingThe Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
Returning to Shrewsbury Castle following their critical and sell-out production of Romeo and Juliet. The Lord Chamberlain's Men present Much Ado About Nothing - A glorious summer comedy for all the family. Outdoor performance. Bring a low back chair, a glass of something chilled and enjoy Shakespeare as it should be. "A brilliant evening, a wonderful production" The Guardian. Sponsored by Whittingham Riddell
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk

NATIONAL TRUST ATTINGHAM
06.08.2008  -  ..
Peter Pan
Peter PanAttingham Park,
Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708162
Email: attingham@nationaltrust.org.uk
The little boy who never grew up ... join Heartbreak Productions in Neverland with this fun-filled, adventure fantasy for all the family. An outdoor production, bring picnic and blankets. 6:30pm Adult £12, Child £8, Family £35 Booking Essential
More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

AGRICULTURAL SHOW
07.08.2008  -  ..
Burwarton Agricultural Show
Burwarton Agricultural Show Cleobury North
Between Bridgnorth & Ludlow
Tel: 01746 787535
Email:
Burwarton Show is one of the country's top one-day agricultural shows.
More: www.burwartonshow.co.uk

MOTOR SPORTS
09.08.2008  -  10.08.2008
Loton Park Hillclimb
Loton Park HillclimbLoton Park
Alberbury, nr Shrewsbury SY5 9AG
Tel: 01902 896699
Email: clubsec@hdlcc.com
Midland hillclimb Championship plus Porsche Championship 9.30-5.30 £8.00 (9th) £10.00(10th)
More: www.hdlcc.com

ART EXHIBITION
09.08.2008  -  14.09.2008
Shropshire Open Art Exhibition
Shropshire Open Art ExhibitionShrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 355159
Email: info@gateway-gallery3.co.uk
An exhibition of 2D and 3D work by artists and makers throughout Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, selected from an open submission. Various prizes on offer. For more information, including how to submit work please contact: The SADAA Art Panel, The Gateway, Chester Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1NB
More: www.gateway-gallery3.co.uk

MUSIC
09.08.2008  -  ..
An Evening with Willard White
An Evening with Willard WhiteSt Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
Robeson Re-explored. Sir Willard explores more of the repertoire and life story of this important icon of the last century. The programme includes Negro spirituals, British folk song and classic early jazz songs. Sponsored by Wrexham & Shropshire.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk

FIREWORK SHOW
09.08.2008  -  ..
Combermere Abbey Firework Champions
Combermere Abbey Firework ChampionsCombermere Abbey,
Whitchurch, SY13 4AJ
Tel: 0845 8334428
Email: estate@combermereabbey.co.uk
4 of the UK's leading professional firework display companies, each firing a 10 minute show designed and choreographed to music. The winner is decided by audience text voting. Firework Demo, Khoom Fay lantern launch. Gates open at 5pm, Show begins at 9.30pm Prebook Adult £13, Child £5; At gate Adult £15, Child £5
More: www.combermerefireworks.co.uk

AGRICULTURAL SHOW
09.08.2008  -  ..
Minsterley Show,
Minsterley Show,Minsterley Showgrounds, Lea Cross,
Minsterley, nr Shrewsbury, SY5 8HX
Tel: 07762072458
Email:
Shropshire’s oldest one day agricultural show. At 1.15pm headline attraction Steve Colley will amaze crowds with motorbike tricks and stunts. Village Green area will be hosting a variety of children's entertainment; there will be stalls and local food in abundance plus the agricultural judging. 8:30am Adult £8, OAP £6, Child £4, Family £20
More: www.minsterleyshow.org.uk

FAMILY
15.08.2008  -  16.08.2008
Shrewsbury Flower Show
Shrewsbury Flower ShowThe Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 234050
Email: info@shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk
More than three million blooms fill the huge floral marquees and there’s a full, all-day programme of music and entertainment for adults and children alike. Attractions for the 2008 show include the following: Chris Beardshaw, Gardening Personality / Hayley Westenra, New Zealand, Classical Singer / Bolddog Lings, Motorcycle Stunt Display / Surprise Celebrity Chef, Saturday. 10.00am - 10.15pm approx
More: www.shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk

MUSIC FESTIVAL
15.08.2008  -  16.08.2008
Farmer Phil's Festival
Farmer Phil's FestivalGatten Farm,
Rattlinghope, Church Stretton
Tel: 01588 650459
Email: phil@farmerphilsfestival.co.uk
Annual friendly family music. Battle of the bands, revolving stage. Two days of music, good food and drink, children's corner, trade stalls.
More: www.farmerphilsfestival.co.uk

MUSIC & FOOD
15.08.2008  -  ..
Paganini at The Lion
Paganini at The LionThe Lion Hotel,
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UY
Tel: 01743 281043
Email: maggie.love@shrewsbury.gov.uk
An evening celebrating 175 years since Paganini played at the Lion Hotel Shrewsbury. Combined with a wonderful dinner there will be music recreating the original evening in August 15th 1833 by the violinist Madeleine Easton. She will play a selection of the renowned Caprices during the meal and then perform with Gary Cooper and Kate Manly upstairs in the wonderful Adams Ballroom. Sponsored by Hatchers.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk

VILLAGE SHOW
17.08.2008  -  ..
Chorley Show
Chorley ShowChorley Showground, off B4363,
Chorley, Nr Bridgnorth WV16 6PP
Tel: 0700 5980014
Email: christibbits@chorley-village.org.uk
A real traditional village show where everyone mucks in to make it great. There's lots of entertainment both in the main ring and outside. Confirmed main ring attractions include Kingdom Horse (Horse Whispering Demo), Wye Valley Axemen, Joseph's Amazing Racing Pigs. Plus sideshows, craft demonstrations, dog show, local produce, children's special events,local brew tent, music... and more!
More: www.chorleyshow.co.uk

THEATRE
21.08.2008  -  ..
Charley's Aunt
Charley's AuntThe Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email:
Bright, intoxicating and frothy farce - laughs are guaranteed in this brilliant and world-renowned comedy. Outdoor performance by Heartbreak Productions. Sponsored by Whittingham Riddell 7.30pm
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk

MUSIC - FOLK FESTIVAL
22.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
Shrewsbury Folk Festival
Shrewsbury Folk FestivalWest Mid Showground,
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Tel: 01746 768 813
Email: sandra@shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
The Midlands Top Folk Festival will be once again entertaining the crowds in Shrewsbury. Headliners include Richard Thompson, The Duhks, Bellowhead, Oysterband and Lunasa. See website for full line-up.
More: www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk

MUSIC FESTIVAL
22.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
The ROCKnROOTs Festival
The ROCKnROOTs FestivalRye Meadows
Much Marcle, Nr Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 2LX
Tel: 01269 596056
Email: info@acousticfestival.co.uk
4 Day Festival with Camping. Jefferson Starship, Cerys Mathews, Curved Air, Marilion, The Wurzels and Steve Cropper. Folk Roots Blues Psycodelia n Rock in 3 Huge Marquees. 11.00 am - 11.30 pm £36 Day £90 Weekend £99 including camping
More: www.rocknroots.co.uk

MUSIC FESTIVAL
22.08.2008  -  30.08.2008
Bridgnorth Music Festival
Bridgnorth Music Festivalvarious locations around
Bridgnorth
Tel: 01746 862240
Email: web-master@bridgnorthmusicfest.com
Showcasing local bands, song and dance groups with music to fit everyones's tastes - rock, folk, jazz, punk. Live concert in the High Street on Sunday 24th. In aid of Hope House.
More: www.bridgnorthmusicfest.com

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
23.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
St. Bartholomew's Day
St. Bartholomew's DayBlists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
Join the residents of Blists Hill as they celebrate St. Bartholomew's Day with music, entertainment and dance.
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/blist-hill-sbd.shtml

CARNIVAL
23.08.2008  -  ..
Ellesmere Carnival
Ellesmere CarnivalCremorne Gardens,
The Mere, Ellesmere SY12 0PA
Tel: 01691 624488
Email: ellesmereinfo@northshropshiredc.gov.uk
Annual Bank Holiday event with 2 parades through the streets of Ellesemere. The 2nd parade is illuminated. Entertainment through the day in the gardens. 10am-10pm, 1pm parade, 8:30pm illuminated parade
More: www.ellesmerecarnival.com

FESTIVAL
24.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
Children's Festival
Children's FestivalOldbury Wells School,
Oldbury Wells, Bridgnorth
Tel: 07929 835796
Email: stephen.derges@childrens-festival.co.uk
Fantastic fun and learning experiences for all the family. Sports, arts, entertainment, drama, music, community activities and it's all free. So much to do, see and be involved with. 11am - 6pm FREE
More: www.childrens-festival.co.uk

FOOD FESTIVAL
24.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
Church Stretton Food Fayre
Church Stretton Food Fayrevarious locations around
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 751245
Email: info@foodfayre.org
A local favourite with everyone with lots of tasting, drinking, music & local produce. Including an appearance by Celebrity chef Mark Earnden.
More: www.foodfayre.org

STEAM RALLY
24.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
County of Salop Steam Engine Rally
County of Salop Steam Engine RallyOnslow Park,
Shrewsbury SY3 5EE
Tel: 01743 792 731
Email: enquiries@shrewsburysteamrally.co.uk
The fantastic spectacle of 1,000 vehicles, superb steam engines, and beautifully preserved private and commercial vehicles, showman's engines, steam traction engines, steam rollers. Full Arena Programme, trade stands and more Gates open 9.30am
More: www.shrewsburysteamrally.co.uk

COUNTRY SHOW
24.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
Shropshire Game and Country Fair
Shropshire Game and Country FairChetwynd Park,
Newport
Tel: 01588 672708
Email:
Countryside displays, main arena events, lakeside arena, horses, dogs, flycasting, shooting.
More: www.countryfairs.info

TELFORD STEAM RAILWAY
24.08.2008  -  25.08.2008
Teddy Bear's Picnic
Teddy Bear's PicnicTelford Steam Railway,
The Old Loco Shed, Bridge Road, Horsehay, TF4 2NF
Tel: 07765 858348
Email:
Annual outing for all those Teddy bears. Our bears will be having their picnic by the railway, you can view them from the train. Sweets for all Children bringing their own teddy. Picnic area and tea room.
More: www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk

CORACLE FESTIVAL
25.08.2008  -  ..
Ironbridge Coracle Regatta
Ironbridge Coracle RegattaIronbridge Rowing Club,
Coalbrookdale, Telford
Tel: 01952 432769
Email: finance@greenwoodcentre.org.uk
Based along the banks and in the River Severn coracle makers and paddlers from all over the UK meet for madcap team games, fierce competitions, have a go at paddeling, construction demonstrations, crafts.
More: www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk

FAMILY - STREET THEATRE
29.08.2008  -  31.08.2008
Shrewsbury International Street Theatre Festival
Shrewsbury International Street Theatre FestivalStreets of Shrewsbury,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 07963 857 596
Email:
A three-day feast of great entertainment on the streets of Shrewsbury. Top-flight street theatre performers from around the globe gather for the big fling of the Shrewsbury Summer Season.
More: www.shrewsburystreetfest.co.uk

CAR SHOW
30.08.2008  -  31.08.2008
American and Classic Car Show
American and Classic Car ShowOswestry Showground,
Oswestry, Shropshire
Tel: 01204 594531
Email: sam@aacnw.com
After Last years sucess the AACNW is holding another Northern Nationals. With entertainment all weekend including live music. Lots to see and do a real family event 10.00am - 10.00pm 5.00 per car,
More: www.aacnw.com

CANAL FESTIVAL
30.08.2008  -  31.08.2008
The Montgomery Waterway Festival 2008
The Montgomery Waterway Festival 2008Welshpool Town Wharf and Maesydre Recreation Ground,
Welshpool
Tel: 01352 720649
Email:
A multi-centered festival to raise the profile of the restoration works on Montogomery Canal. Crafts, horse-drawn boat trips, demonstrations, canoeing, fishing, model boats, WOIW for children, sample local food and drinks.
More: www.monty08.com

MUSIC CONCERT
05.09.2008  -  05.09.2008
Travis - Indian Summer Concert
Travis - Indian Summer ConcertThe Quarry
Shrewsbury
Tel: 08712715151
Email: enquiries@misterjonesproductions.com
Travis will be headlining the Indian Summer Event with The Guillemots + other supports. 7pm £35
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/travis.shtml

CARNIVAL
06.09.2008  -  ..
Wem Carnival
Wem Carnivalvarious locations around
Wem
Tel: 01939 236150
Email: louise.green1809@tesco.net
Wem Carnival is a celebration of community spirit uniting all generations in a day of fun, music, dance and laughter.
More: www.wemcarnival.com

HEALTH FESTIVAL
07.09.2008  -  ..
Living Well Festival 2008
Living Well Festival 2008Shrewsbury Castle and Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 235334
Email: info@solaceacademy.co.uk
Encouraging a healthier, happier and more balanced lifestyle with good local foods, interactive fitness demonstrations and hands on therapies and workshops. With live music and entertainment throughout the day the Live Well Festival will rejuvenate your senses while proceeds go to Lingen Davies Cancer Relief & British Red Cross.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk

SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY
11.09.2008  -  13.09.2008
Beer Festival
Beer Festival Severn Valley Railway
Bridgnorth Station, Low Town, Bridgnorth
Tel: 01299 403816
Email:
An outdoor event round the station and platform featuring a wide range of Real Ales from across the country.
More: www.svr.co.uk

CANAL FESTIVAL
12.09.2008  -  14.09.2008
Ellesmere Canal Festival
Ellesmere Canal FestivalLlangollen and Ellesemere Canal, Ellesemere Wharf,
Ellesemere
Tel: 01691 622097
Email:
A weekend of decorated boats in the rally, market stalls, boat trips, competitions, food, entertainment. On Friday there will be a concert with Shrewsbury Concert Band and fireworks.
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FOOD FESTIVAL
12.09.2008  -  14.09.2008
Ludlow Food and Drink Festival
Ludlow Food and Drink FestivalLudlow Castle,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 873957
Email:
Celebrating the diversity and quality of the independant food and drink producers in Ludlow and The Marches. Rarebreed meats; real ale & ciders; Sausage, beer, porkpie, beer and cheese trails; talks and demos.
More: www.foodfestival.co.uk

AGRICULTURAL SHOW
13.09.2008  -  ..
Kington Show
Kington ShowThe Ovals Farm,
Kington, Herefordshire border
Tel: 01544 260602
Email:
Prime livestock from Wales to Scotland, sheepshearing, farrier competitions, cookery and butchery demonstrations and main ring attractions from start to finish.
More: www.kingtonshow.co.uk

SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY
19.09.2008  -  21.09.2008
Autumn Steam Gala
Autumn Steam GalaSevern Valley Railway
Kidderminster to Bridgnorth
Tel: 01299 403816
Email:
The railways big autumn event with extended runnning hours. See SVR website for full details.
More: www.svr.co.uk

FESTIVAL
20.09.2008  -  21.09.2008
Bishop's Castle Michaelmas Fair
Bishop's Castle Michaelmas Fairvarious locations around
Bishop's Castle SY9 5BE
Tel: 01588 638154
Email: info@michaelmasfair.org.uk
Now in it's 14th year. Steam engines, dancing, music, processions, theatre and lots more throughout the town during the whole weekend. 11.00 - 22.00 Sat and 11.00 - 17.00 Sun £4 adults £1 Children
More: www.michaelmasfair.org.uk

GAME FAOR
20.09.2008  -  21.09.2008
Midland Game Fair
Midland Game FairWeston Park,
Weston-under-Lizard, nr. Shifnal TF11 8LE
Tel: 0845 2305175
Email:
Demonstrations of country skills; trade stands; clay pigeon shooting; gundog scurrie;, main arena events; fishing; horses; crafts and music. Gates open at 9am Saturday Adults £14, Child £5; Sunday Adults £16, Child £5
More: www.countrymanfairs.co.uk

CANAL FESTIVAL
20.09.2008  -  21.09.2008
Whitchurch Gathering of Boats
Whitchurch Gathering of BoatsShropshire Union Canal,
Whitchurch, SY13 3DY
Tel: 01948 830447
Email: wwwtrust@mican.co.uk
A weekend of decorated boats and people in Victorian dress to commemorate the opening of the canal 6th July 1808. Shropshire Union Flyboat Saturn is open for visitors.
More: www.whitchurchwaterway.org.uk/rally.html

BEER FESTIVAL
03.10.2008  -  05.10.2008
Clun Valley Beer Festival
Clun Valley Beer Festival7 pubs,
along South Shropshire's Clun Valley
Tel: 01588 640305
Email: info@cvbf.co.uk
Pub events and entertainment with a wide selection of specialty beers, highlighting local breweries. Bus service available between pubs.
More: www.cvbf.co.uk

SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY
12.10.2008  -  ..
Classic Car and Bike Day
Classic Car and Bike DaySevern Valley Railway
Bridgnorth to Kidderminster
Tel: 01299 403816
Email:
A remarkable gathering of classic cars. Visit any of the stations and meet with the owners of these wonderful vehicles.
More: www.svr.co.uk

JAZZ FESTIVAL
24.10.2008  -  26.10.2008
Bridgnorth Jazz Festival
Bridgnorth Jazz Festivalvarious locations around
Bridgnorth,
Tel: 01746 765737
Email: jazz@bridgnorthjazzfestival.co.uk
An impressive line-up of jazz entertainment including a wandering jazz trail with a stroller ticket plus-A Tribute to Ella and Oscar, A special recreation of The Paul Whiteman Orchestra, 'Wheatleys' Arcadians(30's vaudeville), and The Carole Westwood Quartet.
More: www.bridgnorthjazzfestival.co.uk

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
01.11.2008  -  ..
Ghostly Gaslight
Ghostly GaslightBlists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
One of Shropshire's top Halloween events! Anyone with a penchant for creepy crawlies, ghosts and ghouls and a spooky atmosphere should head for Blists Hill! 10am-5pm
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk

CHRISTMAS FAYRE
29.11.2008  -  30.11.2008
Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre
Ludlow Medieval Christmas FayreLudlow Castle and Market
The Castle Square, Ludlow, SY8 1AY
Tel: 01588 650307
Email:
The only place to Christmas shop and have fun at the same time. A medieval market with costumed entertainers, musicians, traders, re-enactments. Foods to eat and take away. Nov. 29/30 10-4pm, Nov. 29th also 6-9pm
More: www.ludlowmedievalchristmas.co.uk

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