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RAF MUSEUM
31.05.2010  -  04.05.2010
Spy Week
Spy WeekRAF Museum Cosford,
Shifnal, TF11 8UP
Tel: 01902 376200
Email:
Twitter: RAFMUSEUM
A Secret Spy Trail around the National Cold War Exhibition. Your mission is to complete the trail answering as many questions as possible. Crack the code to discover the name of the secret spy. 10am-5pm Museums free, parking charges apply
More: www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
26.07.2010  -  03.09.2010
Victorian Workforce
Victorian WorkforceCoalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge Gorge
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
Twitter: blistshill
Visitors to Coalport China Museum will help create a unique installation remembering the Victorian workforce of 1901. Using moulds and their own creativity visitors will make an individual clay relief plaque featuring one of the Coalport China Works’ 250 employees, during drop-in workshops
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/coalport-workforce.shtml

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
31.07.2010  -  01.08.2010
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Ironbridge Gorge
Tel: 01952 884 391
Email:
Twitter: blistshill
Blists Hill Victorian Town will be hosting a themed event over the Bank Holiday weekend of 31st July - 1st August based on the much-loved Victorian novel, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/blists-adventures.shtml

VINTAGE VEHICLE RALLY
01.08.2010  -  01.08.2010
Trimpley Steam & Vintage Rally
Trimpley Steam & Vintage RallyBite Farm
Trimpley, Bewdley DY12 1NU
Tel: 07986170715
Email: DSPRUCE@BLUEYONDER.CO.UK
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All of the usual steam rally attractions, 300 + vehicles of all kinds, trade stands, vintage working area including threshing box, black smith etc. 11am £4
More: www.bvmc.org.uk

VEHICLE SHOW
01.08.2010  -  01.08.2010
Vanden Plas Owners Club 30th Anniversary
Vanden Plas Owners Club 30th AnniversaryRAF Cosford Air Museum,
Shifnal, TF11 8UP
Tel: 01234 740427
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The Vanden Plas Owners Club 30th Anniversary Show, Non-members welcome but must pre-book all classic cars. Tel Ray Hill on 01234 740427 9am til 5pm. £6.00 booking in fee.
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NATIONAL TRUST - DUDMASTON
02.08.2010  -  04.08.2010
Storybook Day
Storybook DayDudmaston Hall,
Quatt, near Bridgnorth, WV15 6QN
Tel: 01746 780866
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Follow our favourite fictional characters on a trail around the garden, play Alice croquet including pink flamingoes and settle down for story book time! Our favourite cartoonist will teach you how to draw cartoon strips. Prizes for all children arriving in fancy dress as their favourite fictional character! 12pm - 6pm.
More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dudmaston

CRAFT MARKET
04.08.2010  -  ..
Craft Market
Craft MarketMaws Craft Centre
Ferry rd, Jackfield, nr Ironbridge tf8 7ls
Tel: 01952 883843
Email: mawscafe@live.co.uk
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craft market in our picteuresque courtyard, free entry and parking, craft stalls and permenent shops.Craft Market first saturday every month, until end september. 11-3. free entry and parking.
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AGRICULTURAL SHOW
05.08.2010  -  05.08.2010
Burwarton Show
Burwarton ShowThe Showground,
Cleobury North, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 6RP
Tel: 01746 787535
Email: burwartonshow@freenetname.co.uk
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One day agricultural show with something for everyone - cattle,sheep,goats,horses & ponies, heavy horses, tradestands, shopping, crafts, conservation plus main ring entertainment. 08.30 - 19.00
More: www.burwartonshow.co.uk

SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY
07.08.2010  -  08.08.2010
A Peep Behind the Scenes
A Peep Behind the ScenesSevern Valley Railway,
Bridgnorth to Kidderminster stations
Tel: 01299 403816
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Organised by 4150 Locomotive Group, Guided tours of our workshops at Kidderminster, Bewdley & Bridgnorth.
More: www.svr.co.uk

NATIONAL TRUST - DUDMASTON
09.08.2010  -  11.08.2010
Teddy Bears' Picnic
Teddy Bears' Picnic Dudmaston Hall,
Quatt, near Bridgnorth, WV15 6QN
Tel: 01746 780866
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Treat your favourite teddy to a picnic in the garden. Enjoy games, songs and stories, make a teddy mask and meet Trusty the Hedgehog! 12pm - 6pm
More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

GUIDED WALK
11.08.2010  -  ..
Geology Walk
Geology WalkSevern Valley Country Park
Chapel Lane, Alveley, Bridgnorth, WV15 6NN
Tel: 01746 781192
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A guided walk with one of the rangers exploring the geology of the area formed by the course of the river and the mining. 10:30am-1pm.
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FOOD
12.08.2010  -  12.08.2010
Learn to Cook with the Green Cow
Learn to Cook with the Green CowThe Green Cow Farm Shop & Cafe,
Livestock & Auction Centre, Bridgnorth WV16 4QR
Tel: 01746 76 75 77
Email: info@thegreencow.co.uk
Twitter: The_Green_Cow
Kids Cooking at The Green Cow. Take home what you cook. It's hands on so please bring an apron. Limited spaces so booking is advisable. 10.30 till 12.30PM. £3.
More: www.thegreencow.co.uk

MURDER MYSTERY
13.08.2010  -  11.09.2010
Inspector Drake and the Black Widow
Inspector Drake and the Black WidowMuseum of the Gorge,
The Wharfage, Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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The Museum of The Gorge in Ironbridge is staging its first ever series of evening events with a performance of Inspector Drake and the Black Widow performed by Sundial Theatre. Performances will be held on 13th, 14th, 21st and 28th August and 4th and 11th September. See link for details.
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/motg-mystery.shtml

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
14.08.2010  -  15.08.2010
Detective Weekend at Blists Hill
Detective Weekend at Blists Hill Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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Budding amateur sleuths and would-be private detectives will have the chance to help Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson solve a mysterious crime, which has taken place in town.
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/blists-detective.shtml

VILLAGE SHOW
15.08.2010  -  15.08.2010
The Chorley Show
The Chorley ShowChorley Showground, Willowdene Farm
New Road, Chorley, near Bridgnorth WV16 6PP
Tel: 0700 598 0014
Email: info@chorleyshow.co.uk
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Probably best village Show in Shropshire! Showcasing local crafts, food & drink. Main ring entertainment, family dog show, live music, Real Ale Bar, sideshows, craft demonstrations and sales. BBQ & refreshments. 11.00 - 17.00 Children FREE Adults £5 Seniors £3
More: www.chorleyshow.co.uk

NATIONAL TRUST - DUDMASTON
16.08.2010  -  18.08.2010
Dragonfly Safari
Dragonfly Safari  Dudmaston Hall,
Quatt, near Bridgnorth, WV15 6QN
Tel: 01746 780866
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Join estate warden Mike Annis for a lakeside walk spotting Dudmaston's multitude of dragonflies. 1.30pm - 5.30pm.
More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dudmaston

MUSIC
20.08.2010  -  20.08.2010
Neil Diamond and Elvis Tribute
Neil Diamond and Elvis TributeThe Punchbowl Inn,
Ludlow Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 5NQ
Tel: 01746 763304
Email: thepunchbowl@btinternet.com
Twitter: eat_themidlands
A Neil Diamond and Elvis Tribute including 2 course Carvery Buffet. 7.00pm - 1.00am £19.99
More: www.dinewithus.co.uk/punch-bowl

MUSIC FESTIVAL
21.08.2010  -  22.08.2010
V Festival
V FestivalWeston Park
Weston-under-Lizard, Nr Shifnal, TF11 8LE
Tel: 01952 852100
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The nationally acclaimed Rock and Pop Festival runs over 2 days with over 100 live acts due to appear.
More: www.vfestival.com

WALK
22.08.2010  -  ..
Steam Train Ramble
Steam Train RambleSevern Valley Country Park,
Alveley, Nr Bridgnorth
Tel: 01746 781192
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A Ranger led ramble of approx. 9 miles, then a steam train return from Bridgnorth. Prebooking essential. 9am-4pm. Adult £9, child £6.
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IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
22.08.2010  -  ..
Town Crier Competition
Town Crier CompetitionBlists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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2010 see’s the return of this popular event featuring town criers from across the country. 10am-5pm.
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
24.08.2010  -  ..
St Bartholomew’s Day Celebrations
St Bartholomew’s Day CelebrationsBlists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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St Bartholomew’s Day was traditionally celebrated on this day at Smithfield in London between 1133 and 1855 and in other parts of the country until the 1880s. The celebrations will take the form of street theatre and traditional drop-in workshops.
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk

SHOPPING
25.08.2010  -  25.08.2010
Bags of Fun at the Bag Party
Bags of Fun at the Bag PartyThe Green Cow Farm Shop & Cafe,
Livestock & Auction Centre, Bridgnorth WV16 4QR
Tel: 01746 76 75 77
Email: info@thegreencow.co.uk
Twitter: The_Green_Cow
Gail from Shirley s Fashions Much Wenlock will be here with lovely bags and accessories. Wine, Soft Drinks, Various Canapies served on the evening, included in the ticket Booking advisable. 7pm. £7.50 (Donation from each ticket to Hope House).
More: www.thegreencow.co.uk

CHILDREN'S EVENT
25.08.2010  -  25.08.2010
Free Arts & Crafts
Free Arts & CraftsThe Green Cow Farm Shop & Cafe,
Livestock & Auction Centre, Bridgnorth WV16 4QR
Tel: 01746 76 75 77
Email: info@thegreencow.co.uk
Twitter: The_Green_Cow
Have fun at The Green Cow, lots of thing to do and make. 10am to12pm & 2pm to 4pm. FREE.
More: www.thegreencow.co.uk

MUSIC - FOLK FESTIVAL
27.08.2010  -  30.08.2010
Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2010
Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2010West Mid Showground,
Berwick Road, Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Tel: 01746 768813
Email: sandra@shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
Twitter: @shrewsburyfolk
'The Midlands Top Folk Festival', the 2010 lineup includes: Afro Celt Sound System, Billy Bragg, Cara Dillon, Richard Shindell,Dervish and Michael McGoldrick Big Band. Others are Kristina Olsen and Peter Graying, Mawkin Causley, Chuck Brodsky, Wild Willy Barrett, Tickled Pink. Befoe April 1st £92 and £107 after. Family and day tickets available
More: www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk

MUSIC FESTIVAL
27.08.2010  -  05.09.2010
Bridgnorth Music & Arts Festival
Bridgnorth Music & Arts Festival various locations around
Bridgnorth
Tel:
Email:
Twitter: @bnorthfestival
Hollywood actress Elizabeth McGovern and her band, Sadie and the Hotheads will be performing among other musicians and artists. There will be an exciting exhibition of work by local artists with a meet and greet evening, story telling events, art and author workshops, a craft fair, art trail and face painting plus a community mural which visitors to the festival will be invited to help create.
More: www.bridgnorthmusicfest.com

WORKSHOP
27.08.2010  -  27.08.2010
Memories of Shifnal patch workshop
Memories of Shifnal patch workshopVillage Hall,
Shifnal TF11 8DW
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Email: craftyshropshirelass@hotmail.com
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Workshop to create giant patchwork of memories of Shifnal, which will be displayed at the town's first arts festival in September. All adults and accompanied children welcomed. 5.30pm to 8.30pm. Free.
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CIDER FESTIVAL
27.08.2010  -  30.08.2010
Telford Cider Festival
Telford Cider FestivalThe Haygate,
Haygate Road, Wellington, Telford TF1 1QA
Tel: 01952 247333
Email: thehaygate@hotmail.com
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Up to 20 different ciders & perrys, Live music: Friday - Paul Parker & Friends (10pm) Saturday - K.R.A.P (10pm) Sunday - The Doo Dahs (3pm) Food available all weekend Kids bouncy castle Sunday. 12pm-1.30am Fri-Sat & 12pm-12am Sun-Mon. Free entry.
More: www.thehaygate.co.uk

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
28.08.2010  -  30.08.2010
Treasure Island Weekend
Treasure Island Weekend Blists Hill Victorian Town
Legges Way, Madeley, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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The final of our Victorian literary-themed weekends for 2010, this is a new event featuring lots of fun activities for all of the family. 10am-5pm.
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk

FOOD FAIR
29.08.2010  -  ..
Bridgnorth Food Fair
Bridgnorth Food FairHigh Street,
Bridgnroth
Tel: 07929 290465.
Email: info@bridgnorthtcmp.org.uk
Twitter:
Bringing together a selection of local producers and manufacturers to showcase the high quality food and drink available in and around the town, supplemented with top quality suppliers from around the county and beyond.
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CORACLE RACE
30.08.2010  -  ..
Annual Ironbridge Coracle Regatta
Annual Ironbridge Coracle Regatta Dale End Park,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge TF8 7DR
Tel: 01952 432769
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An annual event which attracts coraclers from all over the country. Sprint races, relays, the highly competitive coracle polo match and other daft games plus stalls, other activities and the chance to have a go yourself. 12-4.30pm
More: www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk

CHARITY EVENT
05.09.2010  -  ..
The Great Big Bike Ride
The Great Big Bike Ridefrom Blists Hill
Legges Way, Madeley
Tel: 01743 354450
Email: appeals@severnhospice.org.uk.
Twitter: severnhospice
100km or 50km around Telford and North Shropshire on a cracking route. 8am.
More: www.severnhospice.org.uk

THEATRE
09.09.2010  -  10.09.2010
Precious Things by My Little Theatre Company
Precious Things by My Little Theatre CompanyThe Red Lion Inn,
Holyhead Road, Wellington, Telford
Tel: 01952 248751
Email: mylittletheatrecompany@googlemail.com
Twitter:
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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FOOD FESTIVAL
10.09.2010  -  12.09.2010
Ludlow Food Festival
Ludlow Food FestivalLudlow 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

WORKSHOP
10.09.2010  -  10.09.2010
Memories of Shifnal patchwork workshop
Memories of Shifnal patchwork workshopVillage Hall,
Shifnal, TF11 8DW
Tel:
Email: craftyshropshirelass@hotmail.com
Twitter:
Workshop to create giant patchwork of memories of Shifnal, which will be displayed at the town's first arts festival in September. All adults and accompanied children welcomed. 5.30pm to 8.30pm. Free.
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SCARECROW FESTIVAL
11.09.2010  -  11.09.2010
Sheriffhales Country Fayre & Scarecrow Festival
Sheriffhales Country Fayre & Scarecrow FestivalSheriffhales Village,
Nr Shifnal, TF11 8RA
Tel: 01952 460474
Email: alisonsutcliffe@msn.com
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A great day out for all the family! Imaginative scarecrow displays - follow the scarecrow trail and vote for your favourite. Lots of stalls, attractions, refreshments and live bands. 12.30 - 5pm. Adult £2 - Child walking £1.
More: www.shrop.net/sheriffhales

RAF MUSEUM
11.09.2010  -  12.09.2010
Battle of Britain Weekend
Battle of Britain WeekendRAF Museum Cosford,
Shifnal, TF11 8UP
Tel: 01902 376200
Email:
Twitter: RAFMUSEUM
2010 marks the 70th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Real life working Merlin & Griffon engine demonstrations (lasting 30 mins),WWII Historical Society Ops Room,Re-enactors, Lectures, Film Showings Children's Activity Pack.
More: www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford

MUSIC
17.09.2010  -  17.09.2010
A Tribute to the Dreamettes
A Tribute to the DreamettesThe Punchbowl Inn,
Ludlow Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 5NQ
Tel: 01746 763304
Email: thepunchbowl@btinternet.com
Twitter: eat_themidlands
An evening with the Dreamettes, Tamala Motown, including a 2 course Carvery Buffet. 7.00pm - 1.00am £19.99
More: www.dinewithus.co.uk/punch-bowl

GAME FAIR
18.09.2010  -  19.09.2010
Midland Game Fair
Midland Game FairWeston Park,
Weston-under-Lizard, Nr Shifnal, TF11 8LE
Tel: 01952 852100
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There will be world class clay pigeon shooting, game and course fishing demonstrations, gundog competitions, falconry displays, ferret racing, antiques, fine arts, rural crafts and over 600 trade stands.
More: www.countrymanfairs.co.uk

RAF MUSEUM
18.09.2010  -  18.09.2010
1940s Style Hangar Dance
1940s Style Hangar DanceRAF Museum Cosford
Shifnal, TF11 8UP
Tel: 07847501935
Email: dave.leek1@btinternet.com
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1940s style hangar dance,music from the 40s provided by a live 14 piece band. 1940s dress encouraged but not essential just come along and dance the night away. 7pm till midnight. £17.00 per Ticket
More: www.rafmuseum.org/cosford

CRICKET
18.09.2010  -  18.09.2010
Cricket 6's
Cricket 6'sAlveley Recreation Ground
Alveley Bridgnorth wv15 6jt
Tel: 07894461299
Email: cricketclub@alveleycc.fsnet.co.uk
Twitter:
25th year - Alveley cricket 6's event, bar, bbq, great family fun 10am till 8pm Free
More: www.alveleycc.co.uk

ARTS FESTIVAL
18.09.2010  -  26.09.2010
Shifnal Arts Festival
Shifnal Arts FestivalVarious venues across
Shifnal
Tel: 0790 503 5513
Email: shifnalfestival@blueyonder.co.uk
Twitter:
Shifnal's first arts festival, including street performances, art exhibitions, photography, film shows, a day of dance, craft fair, choirs and classical music, a talent show and history walks.
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FESTIVAL
25.09.2010  -  25.09.2010
Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Festival
Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage FestivalThe Wharfage,
Ironbridge, Telford
Tel: 07957873001
Email: g.toyne121@btinternet.com
Twitter:
Festival celebrates and promotes The World Heritage status of the Ironbridge Gorge with a fun day, street market, music, entertainment and fireworks. 10 am to 8 pm. Free
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IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
26.09.2010  -  ..
Harvest Festival
Harvest FestivalBlists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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The town is celebrating the annual harvest in traditional fashion. An open-air harvest festival service will take place in the Pleasure Gardens whilst a shorter service will be held inside the Museums’ Mission Church.
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk

ART & CRAFTS
09.10.2010  -  10.10.2010
Gorgeous Contemporary Craft Fair
Gorgeous Contemporary Craft Fair Enginuity,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbdrige, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email:
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West Midlands' finest craftsmen and women plus many of the region's top food and drink producers in association with Heart of England Fine Foods. View and buy or commission original craft work, meet the designer-makers, sample delicacies. 10am - 5pm
More: www.shropshireguild.co.uk

MUSIC
15.10.2010  -  15.10.2010
A tribute to Robbie Williams
A tribute to Robbie WilliamsThe Punchbowl Inn,
Ludlow Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 5NQ
Tel: 01746 763304
Email: thepunchbowl@btinternet.com
Twitter: eat_themidlands
An evening with Ollie Hughes as Robbie Williams including a 2 course Carvery Buffet. 7.00pm - 1.00am. £19.99
More: www.dinewithus.co.uk/punch-bowl

FIREWORK DISPLAY
07.11.2010  -  ..
Bonfire & Firework Extravaganza
 Bonfire & Firework ExtravaganzaWeston Park,
Weston-under-Lizard, Nr Shifnal, TF11 8LE
Tel: 01952 852100
Email:
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Weston will play host to one of the county’s biggest and best bonfire and celebrations with entertainment for all the family! Gates open at 3pm, Radio Roadshow 4.00-8.00pm, Bonfire lit at 5.30pm, Firework displays at 6.00pm & 7.30pm
More: www.weston-park.com

MUSIC
19.11.2010  -  19.11.2010
A Tribute to ABBA
A Tribute to ABBAThe Punchbowl Inn,
Ludlow Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 5NQ
Tel: 01746 763304
Email: thepunchbowl@btinternet.com
Twitter: eat_themidlands
An evening with ABBA Now including a 2 course Carvery Buffet. 7.00pm - 1.00am £19.99
More: www.dinewithus.co.uk/punch-bowl

CHRISTMAS
04.12.2010  -  ..
Much Wenlock Christmas Fayre
Much Wenlock Christmas Fayrevarious locations around
Much Wenlock TF13 6AA
Tel: 01952 727992
Email: liz@muchmorebooks.co.uk
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ALWAYS HELD FIRST SATURDAY IN DECEMBER. Fayre follows theme e.g Victorian. Mixed bag of eclectic stalls / shops and entertainment throughout the day followed by a Grand Finale candlelight procession and carols. Leaflet with details will be available in the town before the event. 10.00am - 17.00pm. FREE ENTRY
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