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Shrewsbury Main Events
Whats on in and around Shrewsbury 
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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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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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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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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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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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03.08.2008 - 08.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury International Soccer Festival |
Shrewsbury Sports Village,
Sundorne Road, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ
Tel: 01686 627100
Email: soccerdests@btinternet.com
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| 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 |
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06.08.2008 - .. |
| Much Ado About Nothing |
 The Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| 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 |
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06.08.2008 - .. |
| Peter Pan |
 Attingham Park,
Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708162
Email: attingham@nationaltrust.org.uk
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| 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 |
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07.08.2008 - .. |
| Burwarton Agricultural Show |
 Cleobury North
Between Bridgnorth & Ludlow
Tel: 01746 787535
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| Burwarton Show is one of the country's top one-day agricultural shows. |
| More: www.burwartonshow.co.uk |
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09.08.2008 - 10.08.2008 |
| Loton Park Hillclimb |
 Loton Park
Alberbury, nr Shrewsbury SY5 9AG
Tel: 01902 896699
Email: clubsec@hdlcc.com
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| Midland hillclimb Championship plus Porsche Championship 9.30-5.30 £8.00 (9th) £10.00(10th) |
| More: www.hdlcc.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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09.08.2008 - .. |
| An Evening with Willard White |
St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| 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 |
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09.08.2008 - .. |
| Minsterley Show, |
Minsterley Showgrounds, Lea Cross,
Minsterley, nr Shrewsbury, SY5 8HX
Tel: 07762072458
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| 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 |
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15.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Flower Show |
 The Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 234050
Email: info@shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk
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| 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 |
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15.08.2008 - .. |
| Paganini at The Lion |
The Lion Hotel,
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UY
Tel: 01743 281043
Email: maggie.love@shrewsbury.gov.uk
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| 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 |
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21.08.2008 - .. |
| Charley's Aunt |
 The Castle Grounds,
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
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| 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 |
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22.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Folk Festival |
 West Mid Showground,
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Tel: 01746 768 813
Email: sandra@shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
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| 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 |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Church Stretton Food Fayre |
various locations around
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 751245
Email: info@foodfayre.org
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| 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 |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| County of Salop Steam Engine Rally |
 Onslow Park,
Shrewsbury SY3 5EE
Tel: 01743 792 731
Email: enquiries@shrewsburysteamrally.co.uk
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| 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 |
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29.08.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury International Street Theatre Festival |
 Streets of Shrewsbury,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 07963 857 596
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| 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 |
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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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12.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Ludlow Food and Drink Festival |
 Ludlow Castle,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 873957
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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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