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Shrewsbury Events September 2008 |
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06.06.2008 - 12.09.2008 |
| Music in the Round |
 St Chad’s Church
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 365 478
Email: info@stchadschurchshrewsbury.com
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| Lunchtime concert of organ, piano, solo or chamber music. An eclectic mix, taking place at 12.40pm every Friday throughout the summer. |
| More: www.stchadschurchshrewsbury.com |
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09.08.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Shropshire Open Art Exhibition |
 Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 355159
Email: info@gateway-gallery3.co.uk
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| 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 |
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02.09.2008 - .. |
| Progressive Murder Mystery Dinner |
Starting at Poppy's
Milk Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SZ
Tel: 01694 751411
Email: info@thresholdscentre.co.uk
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| Meeting in Poppy's with a starter and a story to whet your appetite the evening will continue with a tour of Shrewsbury with our local expert guide. The case will be solved during a main course at the Prince Rupert Hotel. Booking must be confirmed a week before event with a deposit. |
| More: www.thresholdscentre.co.uk |
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02.09.2008 - .. |
| Rag Rugs |
Shirehall,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6ND
Tel: 01743 352565
Email: maggie_lucy@yahoo.co.uk
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| An illustrated lecture by Jenni Stuart-Anderson a well know textile artist, hosted by the Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderer's Guild. Visitors are welcome. 7.00pm |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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04.09.2008 - .. |
| An Audience With Gerald Scarfe |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| An illustrated talk by Gerald Scarfe, Britain's foremost caricaturist, covering 40 years of his work: from the Sunday Times to Walt Disney, from Pink Floyd to opera, from rock and roll to ballet and from books to West End theatre. 7:30pm £12.50, £11 |
| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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05.09.2008 - 06.09.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Beer Festival |
The Buttermarket, Howard's Bank,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 253342
Email: keith.d.davies@btinternet.com
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| This is a Real Ale Festival with entertainment on Friday Evening - The Road House Blues Band, Saturday Lunch - Tony Skeggs & Guests, Saturday early Evening - The Hot Dogs. |
| More: www.shrewsburycamra.org.uk |
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05.09.2008 - .. |
| Local Food & Drink Fair |
The Square,
Shrewsbury
Tel:
Email: office@heff.co.uk
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| Delicious local produce in the heart of Shrewsbury, 1st Friday of every month. Award winning bacon & sausage, traditionally reared meats, herbs & fresh produce, Shropshire honey, game & smoked meats, hand made cakes and chocoaltes, farmhouse cheeses. Savour the flavour of Shropshire! 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| More: www.heff.co.uk |
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06.09.2008 - 06.09.2008 |
| Russell Watson - Indian Summer Concert |
The Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 08712715151
Email:
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| Russell Watson plus special guests All Angels. The event will be a picnic style event so food and drink will be allowed into the venue as well as being on sale during the evening. Gates open at 6pm. 7.30pm start. Tickets: £35 in adv, £40 on the gate. |
| More: www.misterjonesproductions.com/ |
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| Beginners Watercolour Workshop |
Shropshire Wildlie Trust,
Abbey Foregate, SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
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| Join us to paint a Shropshire Scene, learn the techniques of watercolour painting and take home your very own masterpiece. £40 per person – lunch and all materials included. Booking essential 10am - 4pm |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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06.09.2008 - .. |
| Great Garden Grasses |
Hall Farm Nursery,
Kinnerley, nr Oswestry
Tel: 01691 682135
Email: hallfarmnursery@ukonline.co.uk
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| 10.30am – 12.30pm The fashion for grasses lives on and in this event Christine will highlight some of the best grasses available for a wide range of garden situations. Grasses can provide a long season of interest and add an extra dimension to your borders which continues on through the winter months. £6.00 to include tea/coffee and biscuits. |
| More: www.hallfarmnursery.co.uk |
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07.09.2008 - 07.09.2008 |
| Brownhill House Garden open |
Brownhill House,
Ruyton XI Towns, Near Shrewsbury SY4 1LR
Tel: 01939 261 121
Email: brownhill@eleventowns.co.uk
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| Great variety on a 45degree slope! Riverside, woodland & laburnum walks, formal terraces, herbaceous borders, paved areas, pond, large kitchen garden, glasshouses, 3metre cascade & much much more. 1.30 - 5.00 adults £3 children free |
| More: www.eleventowns.co.uk |
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07.09.2008 - 07.09.2008 |
| Visit Snailbeach Lead Mine |
 Snailbeach Lead Mine
Snailbeach, nr Minsterley SY5 0NS
Tel: 01743 718668
Email: andrewgbwood@hotmail.com
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| See inside the Locomotive Shed, Blacksmith's Shop and Visitor Centre, walk around the site with a self-led trail leaflet and go underground into Day Level with an experienced guide. 11.00-16.00 approx. Free, but donations welcomed |
| More: shropshiremines.org.uk/snailbeach/sbsunday.htm |
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07.09.2008 - .. |
| Living Well Festival 2008 |
 Shrewsbury Castle and Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 235334
Email: info@solaceacademy.co.uk
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| 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 |
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10.09.2008 - .. |
| Jamie Andrew - Life and Limb |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| Jamie's rescue was one of the most dramatic in the history of the Alps & only days later his hands and feet were amputated. He has learned to walk again, taken up skiing, run the London Marathon, and returned to climb once more in the mountains that he loves so much. 7:30pm £10 |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/jamie-andrews.shtml |
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11.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Heritage Open Days |
Various properties around
Shrewsbury
Tel:
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| Various events held celebrating Shrewsbury's history and heritage. See the website for listings later in 2008. |
| More: www.heritageopendays.co.uk |
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11.09.2008 - .. |
| Katy Setterfield As Dusty Springfield |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| A remarkable collection of varied and unforgettable hits from the 50s to the present day is guaranteed! An outstanding evening of music with one of the UK's most popular and impressive singers. 7:30pm £15.50, £14 |
| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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| Local Heroes of the Shropshire Enlightenment |
The Square,
Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281200
Email:
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A guided walking tour of Shrewsbury led by Dr. Andrew Pattison, exploring the locations and personalities associated with the county town in the exciting period between 1790 and 1810.
3pm |
| More: heritageopendays.org.uk |
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12.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Ludlow Food and Drink Festival |
 Ludlow Castle,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 873957
Email:
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| 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 |
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| The Lady Of Burma |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| The inspirational true story of Burmese leader Aung San Suu Kyi is told in this compelling solo performance about the life of the only Nobel Peace Prize winner who is also a political prisoner. 7:30pm £12, £10.50 |
| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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13.09.2008 - 13.09.2008 |
| Voice of Soul |
Stapleton Village Hall,
nr Shrewsbury
Tel: 01939 210 640
Email:
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| A thought provoking and tranquil one day artistic retreat which helps cultivate depth and happiness in everyday life. For those who value creativity, simplicity and seek the quietness required to hear the mysterious voice of soul. Run by experienced retreat leader Lin Brown, early booking is recommended. 9.45am – 4.45pm £45 (includes all materials) |
| More: www.wayofcreativity.com |
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13.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| British / MIdland Hill ClimbChampionships |
 Loton Park hillclimb
Loton Park SY5 9AG
Tel: 01902 896699
Email: clubsec@hdlcc.com
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| Our final 2008 event,160 British & Midland Championship entrants battle it out for points 9.30-5.30 £8.00(13th) £10.00 (14th) |
| More: www.hdlcc.com |
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| Autumn Arts & Crafts Fair |
 Shropshire Wildlie Trust,
Abbey Foregate, SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
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| Come and join us to celebrate all that is artistic and creative around Shropshire. There will be stalls selling all sorts of delightful items and gifts as well as artists demonstrating their skills, children’s activities and yummy refreshments. Stalls available. 10am - 4pm |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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13.09.2008 - .. |
| Dominic Kirwan |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| Domenic enthrals audiences with his fast moving and spectacular show. Featuring songs from his top-selling chart album A Little Bit More, together with many classic favourites. 7:30pm £16, £14.50 |
| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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13.09.2008 - .. |
| Extending the Season with Autumn Perennials |
Hall Farm Nursery,
Kinnerley, nr Oswestry
Tel: 0845 612 1253
Email: hallfarmnursery@ukonline.co.uk
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| 2pm-4.30pm An illustrated talk on the best perennials to keep colour & interest in the garden through the autumn months. Please book directly with the RHS by phoning 0845 612 1253 during office hours. Members £7.95, Non-members £9.95 to include tea/coffee and homemade |
| More: www.hallfarmnursery.co.uk |
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13.09.2008 - .. |
| Made in Shropshire: Fair in The Square |
 The Square,
Shrewsbury
Tel:
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| Made in Shropshire Contemporary Arts and Crafts Monthly Market is a must for anyone who wants to buy locally made items, straight from the person who made them. From pots to paintings, earrings to enamels, there is plenty to treat yourself, or someone else. |
| More: www.madeinshropshire.co.uk |
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13.09.2008 - .. |
| Westbury Conservation Area Visit |
Meet at the church,
Westbury, Nr. Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 56511
Email:
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| Westbury is an attractive village, lying at the centre of its own large Parish with boundaries to South Shropshire and Wales. There is evidence of human settlement or activity dating from the Roman, Saxon and Medieval periods and you will be guided through the ages on this tour. 11am Heritage Open Days-Free-Must prebook |
| More: www.civic.plus.com |
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14.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Snailbeach Mine Heritage Open Day |
Snailbeach Lead Mine
Snailbeach, nr Minsterley SY5 0NS
Tel: 01743 718668
Email: andrewgbwood@hotmail.com
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| Guided underground tours into the old workings in Perkins Level and into Day Level. Snailbeach Mine has the best preserved set of lead mine buildings in the UK. 10.30am - 4.30pm approx Free, but donations welcomed |
| More: www.shropshiremines.org.uk/snailbeach/sbheri.htm |
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14.09.2008 - .. |
| Shrewsbury Carriage Parade |
from Attingham Park to The Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 02075 397918
Email:
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| A parade of around 20 horse-drawn carriages, historic and modern. The parade recalls the 18c heyday of coaching. Route via Atcham, Crosshouses, Weeping Cross, Wenlock Road, Abbey Foregate, Town walls, St. John's Hill, Baker Street, Victoria Quay, The Quarry. Return St. Julian's, Abbey Foregate, London Road, Atcham. depart Attingham late morning, return 2:30pm |
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18.09.2008 - .. |
| The U2 Show Performed by U2UK |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| Awesome live music is complemented by full multimedia and an exciting light show, all of which are authentically recreated from U2's groundbreaking stadium tours. 7:30pm Adult £14, Child £7 |
| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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19.09.2008 - .. |
| Country Legends |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| Country Legends brings you the perfect mix of old and new country hits from the classics of Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Tammy Wynette to Garth Brooks Kenny Chesney and Shania Twain, to name just a few. 7:30pm £16 /£12 |
| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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20.09.2008 - .. |
| Mercury Appearing As Queen |
Shrewsbury Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
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| Queen have a huge catalogue of hits, and Mercury are adept enough to bring to life even the most intricate recordings, without backing tapes, including some of the more unusual tracks such as the Acoustic Flavoured 39 and Love of my life. 8pm £13.50/ £12 |
| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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26.09.2008 - 28.09.2008 |
| Flower Festival |
St. Peter's Church,
Cound, Shrewsbury SY5 6EW
Tel: 01952 510255
Email:
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| Flower Festival with autumn theme in delightful rural setting. Teas & cakes available. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Adults £4. Children free. Also musical events Fri & Sat. 7.30 p.m. Harvest Festival Service Sun. 6.30 p.m. |
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The Quarry
Attingham Park,
