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Shrewsbury Events July 2010

EXHIBITION
28.05.2010  -  12.09.2010
Connections
ConnectionsShrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery,
Rowley’s House, Barker Street , Shrewsbury SY1 1QH
Tel: 01743 353424
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Iconic objects from the Museum collections: A special exhibition featuring a diverse selection of iconic historic objects from the Museum collections. Each museum object provides the starting point from which to discover a range of fascinating connections. The exhibition explores how historic objects can be relevant to our understanding of the world and of ourselves. Open daily 10am – 5pm, Free admission
More: www.shrewsburymuseums.com

MUSIC FESTIVAL
03.07.2010  -  31.07.2010
Music at Leasowes Bank
Music at Leasowes BankLeasowes Bank Farm,
South Shropshire
Tel: 01743 790769
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Music at Leasowes Bank is one of England’s remotest music festivals. About ten miles to the south of Shrewsbury in Shropshire, between the dramatic rocky outcrops of the Stiperstones and the Long Mynd is Leasowes Bank Farm where, each summer, concerts covering a diverse range of music are held in a converted barn
More: www.leasowesmusicfestival.co.uk

ART EXHIBITION
18.07.2010  -  31.07.2010
Fire and Water – an Exhibition
Fire and Water – an ExhibitionBear Steps Gallery,
Shrewsbury,
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Works by Bob Spendlove, Watercolour Artist and Jeff Lomas, Raku and Stoneware daily from 10am-4pm.
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EXHIBITION
24.07.2010  -  07.08.2010
Shropshire Scribes Calligraphy Exhibition
Shropshire Scribes Calligraphy ExhibitionSt Mary's Church ,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 355384 evening
Email: p.furniss@wlv.ac.uk
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A display of the work of our members from the past two years; a children’s section will also be on display from Shrewsbury schools. There will also be pens and paper provided so that people can try out lettering if they wish. Daily except Sundays. 10.00am to 5.00pm. Free Admission
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ARTS FESTIVAL
25.07.2010  -  07.08.2010
Church Stretton Arts Festival
Church Stretton Arts FestivalMultiple venues around
Church Stretton
Tel: (01694) 724106
Email: info@strettonfestival.org.uk
Twitter: CSArtsFest
Our musical treats range from classical to jazz and pop; there’s drama and stage shows,a performance project for young people and a spectacular Art and Crafts exhibition!
More: www.strettonfestival.org.uk

NATIONAL TRUST - ATTINGHAM
25.07.2010  -  30.07.2010
Dig into Green Living
Dig into Green LivingAttingham Park ,
Walled Garden, Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708112
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Twitter: AttinghamParkNT
Excavation of part of an 18th-century pinery, a ‘hot wall’ and a pit house towards restoration of the productive kitchen garden at Attingham Park. Part of the UK-wide Festival of British Archaeology.
More: www.archaeologyfestival.org.uk/whatson

THEATRE
26.07.2010  -  30.07.2010
Play in a Week
Play in a WeekThe Hive,
20 Belmont, Shrewsbury SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 234970
Email: admin@hiveonline.org.uk
Twitter: HiveShrewsbury
Shropshire Youth Theatre - week of theatre/acting workshops. A mysterious map has been found in an attic in Shrewsbury and it looks like it might lead to buried treasure! Join Shrewsbury Youth Theatre instructor Cathie Woodbury to solve the meaning of the map. In one week we will create a play from beginning to end including costumes and lighting. This session will also include lessons on makeup and stage fighting. Register early as spaces are limited. 10am to 4pm. Ages 8 – 16. £75.
More: www.hiveonline.org.uk

WORKSHOP
28.07.2010  -  ..
Make a decorative garden frames
Make a decorative garden framesShropshire Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre,
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewidlifetrust.org.uk
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Try your hand at making and decorating a frame with foliage, flowers, feathers and other foraged findings. Suitable for children aged 6 and above, all children must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30-12.30. £4.00 per child.
More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk

MUSIC
30.07.2010  -  ..
Concerts in the Round
Concerts in the RoundSt Chad's Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
Tel: 01743 365478
Email: info@stchadschurchshrewsbury.com
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Organ Recital by Carl Jackson. Snack lunch after each concert. 12.40pm. Admission free.
More: www.stchadschurchshrewsbury.com

NATURE
30.07.2010  -  ..
Minibeast Madness - Spiders
Minibeast Madness - Spiders Shropshire Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre,
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewidlifetrust.org.uk
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Hunt for spiders, identify them and discover ways of making your own spider friendly garden back at home. Suitable for the whole family. Please book in advance, spaces are limited. 10.30-12.30. £4.00 per child.
More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk

MOTOR SPORT
31.07.2010  -  01.08.2010
Loton Hillclimb
Loton HillclimbLoton Park,
nr.Shrewsbury
Tel: 01902 896699
Email: info@hdlcc.com
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On 31st July we welcome Bugatti members plus the Chester & Liverpool Championship, ANWCC, Longton Motor Club and the Midland Speed Championship. On 1st August, the Bugatti Championship are with us plus Chester & Liverpool, Longton M.C, Paul Matty Lotus and the Westfield Championship.
More: www.hdlcc.com

NATIONAL TRUST - ATTINGHAM
31.07.2010  -  ..
James and the Giant Peach
James and the Giant PeachAttingham Park
Atcham, Nr Shrewsbury SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708123
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Outdoor Theatre. Gates open 6pm. Performance starts at 7.00pm. Enjoy Roald Dahls’s children’s classic in the grounds of Attingham. Adult £12, Child £8, Family (2+3) £35.
More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/attinghampark

NATIONAL TRUST - ATTINGHAM
31.07.2010  -  ..
Teddy Bear's Picnic
Teddy Bear's Picnic Attingham Park ,
Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708123
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Twitter: AttinghamParkNT
Crafts, storytelling, games, music and drama. Don't forget to bring your teddy bear and a picnic!
More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk


 



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