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Shrewsbury Events September 2010
Whats on in and around Shrewsbury in September 
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28.05.2010 - 12.09.2010 |
| Connections |
 Shrewsbury 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 |
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31.08.2010 - 11.09.2010 |
| An exhibition of Shrewsbury Town Trail |
Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmunds place, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UH
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| A photographic exhibition based on the Shrewsbury Town Trail which will be available to purchase. Free admission just turn up – donations accepted. 10am to 4pm. |
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01.09.2010 - .. |
| Jungle Creatures |
Shropshire Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre,
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewidlifetrust.org.uk
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| Make you very own crazy jungle creature from recycled materials. For age 4-10 years, children must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30-12.30 or 1.30-3.30pm. £4.00 per child |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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02.09.2010 - .. |
| Binns Organ Recital |
St. Mary's Church,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 07912388985
Email: rmilton@tcct.org.uk
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| Invited organist's performing a personal selection of diverse music on the magnificent Binns 4 manual organ. 1:00-2:00. |
| More: www.visitchurches.org.uk |
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03.09.2010 - 05.09.2010 |
| Shrewsbury International Street Theatre Festival |
various locations around
Shrewsbury
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| An amazing spectacle with street performers taking over the town centre throughout the weekend. Including Moonlight Madness in The Castle on Saturday 4th Sep. |
| More: www.shrewsburystreetfest.co.uk |
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03.09.2010 - 03.09.2010 |
| Precious Things by My Little Theatre Company |
The Gateway,
Shrewsbury,
Tel: 01952 248751
Email: mylittletheatrecompany@googlemail.com
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| An artist who loved Hitler. A woman who wants to remember him. Her brother who wants to forget. A man who likes power. Precious Things is a new comedy drama about art, ethics and ambition. 8.00pm - 9.00pm. £5. |
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| Nature Walk in Rea Brook Valley |
Shropshire Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre,
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewidlifetrust.org.uk
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| Join Wildlife Trust staff on an exploration of the Rea Brook Valley as it runs through the heart of Shrewsbury. Look for signs of otter, watch out for kingfishers and brightly coloured dragonflies and listen out for birdsong. 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 |
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| Shrewsbury Food and Drink Fair |
The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 792547
Email: Stuart.jones80@tesco.net
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| The fair run by Asterley Events aims to provide a high quality and diverse sale of local products connecting the producer of the product with the customer, helping to stimulate the local economy and understanding of food production. |
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05.09.2010 - 05.09.2010 |
| 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. Site free, but underground £2 adult, £1 child |
| More: shropshiremines.org.uk/snailbeach/sbsunday.htm |
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07.09.2010 - .. |
| Embroidery for Fashion |
The Shirehall,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury.
Tel: 01743 873461
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| The Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild invite you to a talk given by Nicola Jarvis. Nicola teaches part-time at the Royal School of Needlework at Hampton Court, London. Please join us to listen to her fascinating talk. Nicola will explain her connection to the fashion industry, and the application of traditional hand techniques to fashion embroidery samples and garments. 7pm. Non-members £5 on the door. |
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09.09.2010 - 10.09.2010 |
| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - Radbrook Culinary College Museum |
Radbrook College Campus, Radbrook Road,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| The museum features artefacts and memories from the early 20th century to the 1960’s; The college trained girls in catering, dairy and home economics. Partial disabled access. 11.00-3.00pm. Free Just turn up. Organised by Shrewsbury Civic Society. |
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| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - Drapers' Hall |
St Mary’s Place,
Shrewsbury,
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| History of Drapers’ Hall. A talk by Madge Moran taking place at Drapers Hall. Free but booking essential, partial disabled access. Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days are organised by Shrewsbury Civic Society. |
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| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - Drapers' Hall |
St Mary’s Place,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| View the Elizabethan guildhall build 1576 – 80 for the leading town guild. Welsh oak panelling 17th century furniture and external carvings. PARTIAL DISABLED ACCESS. Free Just turn up. 12.00-3.00pm. Organised by Shrewsbury Civic Society. |
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| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - Greek Orthodox Church |
Sutton Farm,
Shrewsbury,
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| Sutton Farm, signed off Oteley road, opposite Percy Throwers garden centre. Founded at least 1,000 years ago, the current building dates back to the 1200’s. As well as the historic features including 14th Century wall paintings, there are modern icons. PARTIAL DISABLED ACCESS Free – Donations welcome Just turn up. Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days are organised by Shrewsbury Civic Society. |
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| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - Shuts of Shrewsbury |
The Bear Steps, Alkmunds Place,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| Talk and tour of the Shuts of Shrewsbury. From The Bear Steps. Many of Shrewsbury’s ancient shuts have recently been recorded as footpaths on Shropshire Council’s definitive map of public rights of way. The event gives an insight into the history and use of the routes before the legal inclusion. Free event but please book. Organised by Shrewsbury Civic Society. 5pm. |
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| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - St Mary’s Church |
St Mary’s Place,
Shrewsbury,
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| Behind the scenes at St Mary’s Church. A chance to see the anchorites and muniments. The church also features wonderful stained glass from the 14th to the 19th Centuries and many fine medieval features. Partially accessible for wheelchair users. Accessible toilet. Free – Donations welcome. Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days are organised by Shrewsbury Civic Society. |
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10.09.2010 - 12.09.2010 |
| Ludlow Food Festival |
Ludlow Castle,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 873957
Email: info@foodfestival.co.uk
Twitter: @LudlowFoodFest |
| This year's Festival will feature more than 100 top quality small independent food and drink producers from the Marches, the England-Wales border country. |
| More: www.foodfestival.co.uk |
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10.09.2010 - 12.09.2010 |
| The Foot Stomping Blue Grass Country Music Festival |
West Mid Showgound,
Berwick Road, Shrewsbury
Tel: 0333 1234 234
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| Top American Music Artists including: Stella Parton, Hayseed Dixie, Dixie Beeliners, Lisa Haley and the Zydecats, Jim Hurst Band, Jonell Mosser. Free camping and American Style Hospitality at the West Mids Showground For more information see website. |
| More: www.show-time-events.co.uk |
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11.09.2010 - 11.09.2010 |
| Made in Shropshire - Fair in the Square |
The Square
Shrewsbury SY1 1 SL
Tel: 01743241275
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| Made in Shropshire is a collaboration of local designer-makers, artists and food producers offering a wide range of products including ceramics, textiles, jewellery, artwork, photography, glass, food and drink. 9:30AM - 5PM |
| More: www.madeinshropshire.co.uk |
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| Sam Crockatt with the Shrewsbury Jazz Trio |
The Hive,
20 Belmont, Shrewsbury SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 281281
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Twitter: HiveShrewsbury |
| Shrewsbury Jazz Network. Winner of the 2009 Parliamentary Jazz CD of the Year, Sam is constantly in demand on the London Jazz Scene. A founder member of the London based Loop collective he regularly performs with Gwilym Simcock, Oli Hayhurst and Ben Reynolds. Sam Crockatt - Saxophone, Edgar Macias - Piano, Tom Hill - Bass. Miles Levin – Drums. 8pm. £8 members/£10 from Theatre Severn Box Office. |
| More: www.hiveonline.org.uk |
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11.09.2010 - .. |
| Shrewsbury Jazz Network |
The Hive,
5 Belmont, Shrewsbury SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 281281
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Presents Sam Crockatt with the Shrewsbury Jazz Trio, Winner of the 2009 Parliamentary Jazz CD of the Year, Sam is constantly in demand on the London Jazz Scene. A founder member of the London based Loop collective he regularly performs with Gwilym Simcock, Oli Hayhurst and Ben Reynolds.
Sam Crockatt - Saxophone; Edgar Macias - Piano Tom Hill - Bass; Miles Levin - Drums Tickets £8 members £10. Theatre Severn Box Office 01743 281281 8pm. |
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11.09.2010 - .. |
| Soap Making Workshop |
Shropshire Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre,
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewidlifetrust.org.uk
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| Learn how to make soap using the 'melt and pour' method. With a large choice ingredients to experiment with. As well as a range of colours and special effects. No previous experience is necessary. Lunch and materials included. 10.00am – 4.00pm. £40.00 per person |
| More: www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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12.09.2010 - 12.09.2010 |
| Family Foraging |
The Stiperstones,
The Stiperstones, Pennerley, Minsterley SY5 0NE
Tel: 01743 792294
Email: jenni.clegg@naturalengland.org.uk
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| Join us for a stroll on The Stiperstones to learn about the different berries, we will identify them, pick a few to eat and mark the end of the walk with a Whinberry muffin. 2pm - 5pm. FREE. |
| More: www.naturalengland.org.uk |
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12.09.2010 - 12.09.2010 |
| Open Garden |
Harnage Farm,
Harnage , Shrewsbury
Tel: 01952 510255
Email: rgbream62@talktalk.net
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| half acre with wide range of herbaceous plants and shrubs, small egetable plot. Good autumn colour. 15mins walk thruogh fields to conservation Wood and Ian's Wildlife pool. Teas. 12noon--5.oopm £4.00 with Stevenshill |
| More: www.shropshirehct.org.uk |
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12.09.2010 - 12.09.2010 |
| Open Garden |
Stevenshil,
Harnage, Shrewsbury, SY5 6EG
Tel: 01952 510255
Email: rgbream62@talktalk.net
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| One acre hillside garden with stunning views, unusual trees ,shrubs andd plants.National collections of Roscoea and Cautleya.Water feature and bog garden,Mediterranean patio and vegatble garden. Plant Stall 12noon-5.00pm. £4 (with Harnage Farm) |
| More: www.shropshirehct.org.uk |
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12.09.2010 - .. |
| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - Greek Orthodox Church |
Sutton Farm,
Shrewsbury,
Tel: 01743 356 511
Email: Civic@civic.plus.com
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| Sutton Farm, signed off Oteley road, opposite Percy Throwers garden centre. Founded at least 1,000 years ago, the current building dates back to the 1200’s. As well as the historic features including 14th Century wall paintings, there are modern icons. PARTIAL DISABLED ACCESS Free – Donations welcome Just turn up. Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days are organised by Shrewsbury Civic Society. |
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23.09.2010 - .. |
| Quiver, Latin Funk Fusion Band |
The Maidment Building, Shrewsbury School,
Shrewsbury, SY3 7BA
Tel: 01743 280810
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| Casey Greene’s original compositions have a spark of life that ignites this Latin fuelled funk machine with Casey Greene – Saxophone and Flute Angel – Vocals Andrjez Baranek – Piano Simon King – Guitar Tom Hill – Bass Carl Hemmingsley – Bass Eddie McGuire – Congas. Tickets £10 Box Office 01743 280810. 7.30pm. |
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25.09.2010 - 26.09.2010 |
| Loton Hillclimb |
Loton Park
nr. Shrewsbury
Tel: 01902 896699
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Final Round of the British Championship. The 50th year at Loton Park will fittingly come to an end with the final round of the 2010 British Hillclimb Championship plus the HSA Championship.
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| More: www.hdlcc.com |
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25.09.2010 - .. |
| Cruckton & District Ploughing Match |
Hanley Hall,
Knockin, Oswestry
Tel: 01938 590535
Email: info@crucktonploughing.org.uk
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| There are classes for conventional, reversible and horse-drawn ploughs, as well as expanding classes for vintage tractors and ploughs and vintage horticultural machinery. 10am |
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30.09.2010 - .. |
| Lunchtime Concert |
The Gateway Education and Arts Centre
Chester Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1NB
Tel: 01743 850267
Email: muriel_williamson@lineone.net
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| Piano recital by Lavinia O’meagher, who will play Haydn – Sonata in C minor HOB XIV/20. Mozart - K576 in D major. Beethoven - Op 110 in A flat. Lavinia O’Meagher has given many recitals in London, including the Wigmore Hall, and at music societies around the country. She was for many years a senior piano tutor at the City Lit, and now teaches privately in London. While living in Australia she studied with Schoenberger and also with Alexander Hmelnitsky, a graduate of the Moscow Conservatorium and a pupil of Rachmaninov. Later she studied in Paris with Marguerite Long, and at the Royal Academy of Music with Harold Craxton. 1.00 pm. £4.00 on the door. Only concession Friends of Gateway Arts £3.00. Carers with disabled free. |
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