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Shrewsbury Events July 2007
Whats on in and around Shrewsbury in July 
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24.05.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Summer Season |
 various locations around
Shrewsbury
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| Entertainment & Art events for all throughout the summer. Music, theatre, street entertainment, and much much more. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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14.06.2008 - 27.07.2008 |
| Stage |
 Unitarian Church & Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 361196
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| Exhibition by acclaimed Irish artist Dorothy Cross with the Unitarian Church hosting a new commission based on her recent visit to the Galapagos Islands with other works in the Museum. Free entry 10 – 5 (4 on Sundays). |
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06.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
| All pegged out - on tenterhooks |
Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmund's Place, Shrewsbury SY1 1UH
Tel: 01743 350859
Email: jan.etchells@bigfoot.com
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| This is an exhibition of new weaving by Jemima Janewraps. The weaver, Jan Etchells has been living and weaving in Shrewsbury for thirty years. The exhibition will showcase Jan's work with a selection of scarves, knee rugs, wraps, and woven items. 10-4pm daily |
| More: www.jemimajanewraps.co.uk |
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06.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
| TexArtel Exhibition |
 Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmund's Place, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01588 650681
Email: enquiries@islandchain.com
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| TexArtel is a group of textile and mixed media artists using a variety of themes and techniques. The work is of a high standard and all the artists have qualifications in textile art. Open 10.00am - 4.00pm |
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17.07.2008 - 17.07.2008 |
| Ruth Hayward and John Arran |
The Gateway,
Chester St, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 850 267
Email: muriel_williamson@lineone.net
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| Ruth and John will give a varied recital of music for flute and piano, including Bartok’s Roumanian Folk Dances, and ranging. Ruth has lived in Shropshire for over 10 years, teaching and performing, and recently diversifying into woodwind instrument repairs. As well as performing John has composed works including concertos for flute and orchestra, and guitar and orchestra. 1.00pm £3 on the door (carers free) |
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17.07.2008 - 17.07.2008 |
| Ruth Haywatd and John Arran |
The Gateway Education & Arts Centre,
Chester St, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 850267
Email: muriel_williamson@lineone.net
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| LUNCHTIME CONCERT at the GATEWAY - by Ruth Hayward, flute, and John Arran, guitar, of works by Scheidler, Quantz, Telemann and Bartok. Ruth and John are well known, local musicians and teachers. 1.00 p.m.- 2.00 p.m. £3.00 ( no concessions, but carers with disabled free) |
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17.07.2008 - 30.07.2008 |
| 160th Anniversary of Shrewsbury's Rail Services |
Shrewsbury Rail Station,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 235103
Email: mansel.williams@shrewsbury.gov.uk
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| A major exhibition marking the stations's opening and the beginning of the town's first passenger service. Pictures and artificats from the past century and beyond will be on display. 10am-4pm (except Sundays) Adults £1, Concessions 50p |
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18.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Festival At The Edge |
Stokes Barn,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01939 236626
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| This is the 17th storytelling festival Storytellers and guests from overseas as well as the UK. Plus music, real ale. |
| More: www.festivalattheedge.org |
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18.07.2008 - .. |
| Red Priest - Johann - I'm Only Dancing |
 St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| Music by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) arranged, transcribed and contorted by Red Priest. The programme highlight's Bach's wonderful ear for melody and the infectious dance spirit in so much of his work. "Extends the very limits of virtuosity*for sheer imagination it's unbeatable" BBC Music Magazine. 7.30pm |
| More: www.redpriest.com |
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19.07.2008 - 02.08.2008 |
| Celebrating Calligraphy |
St. Mary's Church,
St Mary's Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1EG
Tel: 01743 355 384
Email: p.furniss@wlv.ac.uk
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| An exhibition of calligraphy to celebrate Shropshire Scribe's 10th Anniversary. New work will be displayed together with examples from the past ten years. Open daily except Sundays from 10.00am to 5.00pm (Private viewing and lecture on 19 July at 2.00pm) . Free admission. |
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19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
| Lisa Mills |
 The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH
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| Lisa Mills is a gifted singer, guitarist and songwriter whose blues drenched and soulfully delivered original music is clearly grounded in her Mississippi roots. 11.00am - 1.00pm FREE |
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19.07.2008 - 25.07.2008 |
| Letterbox Trail |
 Attingham Park,
Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708123
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| A family trail to help you enjoy the grounds with a prize on completion. 9am-6pm Normal admission plus £2 per item |
| More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Blood, Guts and Gore! |
Battlefield Site and Church,
Shrewsbury
Tel: www.visitchurches.org.uk
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| As part of national Archaeology Week there are free guided tours with Dorothy Nicolle. Learn the interesting and bloody history of the battlefield Church and site! Depart on a walking tour from mound in South car park. 11am |
| More: hsmith@tcct.org.uk |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Henry V |
 Hawkstone Park Follies
Weston-under-Redcastle, SY4 5UY
Tel: 01948 841700
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| An outdoor theatre production of Shakespeare's based on one of the greatest warrior Kings of the Middle Ages. A story of triumph of human spirit against the odds. Bring a picnic, lowbacked seating and a torch. |
| More: www.hawkstone.co.uk |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Robert Hardy at Battlefield 1403 |
Battlefield 1403 Farm Shop, Café and Visitor Centre,
Battlefield, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DB
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| 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 |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Seven Centuries of Scribal Genius |
St. Mary's Church,
St Mary's Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1EG
Tel: 01743 355 384
Email: p.furniss@wlv.ac.uk
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| Professor Michelle Brown will speak about when and where three great illuminated manuscripts were made, their makers and their motives, against the changing backdrop of art, culture and history of the Medieval Age. 2.00pm Prebooked tickets £5 |
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19.07.2008 - .. |
| Watercolour Workshop – a follow on |
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 in watercolour, look at techniques in greater detail, and produce your very own masterpiece to take home. £40 per person – lunch and all materials included. Booking essential 10am - 4pm |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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20.07.2008 - 02.08.2008 |
| Mike Southern's Shrewsbury & Other Subjects |
Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmunds, Shrewsbury SY1
Tel: 01743 248681
Email: mike28barblane@aol.com
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| A fine assembly of original takes on Shrewsbury together with an interesting mix of other imagery. Top grade photography the digital way. |
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20.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Battle 2 |
Battlefield
Shrewsbury
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Email: leelewis22@hotmail.com
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| A sideways glance at the Battle of Shrewsbury with artists Lee Lewis, Ray Jacobs, Kevin Hodgetts and The Arty Party. A happening event taking place on the anniversary of the Battle. |
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20.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Opera in the Square - Don Pasquale |
 The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| 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 |
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20.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| 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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20.07.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
| The Garden in Bloom Tour |
 The Reynolds Gallery,
2 High Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SP
Tel: 01743 363530
Email: reynoldsgallery@btinternet.com
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| This garden themed gallery tour is a celebration of all that blooms. Featured contemporary artists include Canadian, Danielle O'Connor Akiyama, British artist Lesley Reynolds and Dutch artist Jochem de Graaf. Expect to see an exciting riot of colour. |
| More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk |
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20.07.2008 - .. |
| Crafty Fun Day, |
St. Andrew's Church,
Wroxeter, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 357006
Email: hsmith@tcct.org.uk
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| For National Archaeology week try your hand at making and designing tiles in the beautiful Wroxeter Church. 11am-4pm Free! |
| More: www.visitchurches.org.uk |
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21.07.2008 - .. |
| RAF Shawbury Tour, |
RAF Shawbury,
Shrewsbury, SY4 4DZ
Tel: 01630 653114
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| Take part in a guided tour of a local RAF training base and see helicopters up close. Ages 12 and over. Limited spaces, must be pre-booked. 12:45pm-4pm |
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22.07.2008 - 22.07.2008 |
| 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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22.07.2008 - .. |
| 3 Billy Goats Gruff and other furry tails |
 Belmont Arts Centre
5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 234970
Email: admin@belmontartscentre.org.uk
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| Children’s Theatre show for children aged 3+ . Elvis Schumacher the cobbler has worked hard all his life creating the most beautiful shoes. But he’s hit hard times. Maybe the elves can help him! This well loved Grimm fairy tale has been re-heeled into a world where magic does exist. 2.00pm £6.50 / £4.50 |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
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24.07.2008 - 25.07.2008 |
| AV Warriors |
Belmont Arts Centre
5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 234970
Email: admin@belmontartscentre.org.uk
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| An AVJ (Audio Visual Jockeying) workshop over 2 days incorporating stop frame animation, sound effect creation, sampling and live performance. With media artists, Arron Fowler and Martin Sumner Age group: 13+. £45 for the 2 days 10.00am – 3.00pm |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
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26.07.2008 - .. |
| Drop Spindle Spinning Workshop |
Shropshire Wildlie Trust,
Abbey Foregate, SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
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| Join us for a fun and interesting workshop. Learn to spin your own yarn with a drop spindle using the fleece of our own hebridian sheep. £35 per person – lunch and all materials included. Booking essential 10am - 4pm |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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26.07.2008 - .. |
| Positively Me |
The Gateway Education and Arts Centre
Shrewsbury
Tel: 05602 805736
Email: abundanceworks@btinternet.com
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| A one day workshop which celebrates individual achievements and explores what makes you special. You will leave with resources which will enable you to build on your stengrhs and learning. 10am-4pm £22 |
| More: abundanceworks.co.uk |
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27.07.2008 - 27.07.2008 |
| Peter Pan |
 The Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| 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 |
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27.07.2008 - 27.07.2008 |
| 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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28.07.2008 - 01.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Youth Theatre Summer School |
Belmont Arts Centre
5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 234970
Email: admin@belmontartscentre.org.uk
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| Five days to devise and rehearse a piece for performance on Friday afternoon for family and friends to come and see, with SYT workshop leader, Becki-Ann. Age group: 9-14. £70 for the 5 days 10.00am – 3.00pm |
| More: www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
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