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| Rea Brook Valley, Dawn Chorus |
01.05.2010 - .. |
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| Walk starts at the Shropshire Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre. Get up really early (or don’t go to bed at all!) for this magical event. Walk along a tributary of the Severn in the heart of Shrewsbury for an unforgettable dawn chorus. Please dress warmly, binoculars and a warm drink will be useful too if you have them. This event is open to the public and carries a small charge to cover breakfast. £5.00 per person. 4.30am – 9.00am |
| More info @ www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| 'Do the loop' present A Paddle into the Past |
18.05.2010 - .. |
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from Frankwell Canoe Ramp,
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01743 365022 |
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jamie@dotheloop.org |
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Join local Archaeologist Dr Nigel Baker on a journey of discovery around Shrewsbury’s river loop in Canoes and Bellboats. Looking at the town’s medieval defences and castle, lost streams, ancient fords, historic wharfs, Victorian health hazards and much more.
Participants should be aware that although we start at Frankwell the finish point is at Shrewsbury Weir. No previous paddling experience is required. Participants should be dressed in suitable outdoor clothing and soft soled shoes. River levels may lead to change of date. 7pm. £15 |
| More info at www.dotheloop.org |
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| Anthony Howard |
20.05.2010 - .. |
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The Gateway Education and Arts Centre
Chester Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1NB |
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01743 353424 |
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| Anthony Howard is one of Britain’s most distinguished and best know political observers and commentators. A journalist for over 40 years he now writes a weekly political column for The Times. He is well known to viewers of PANORAMA and NEWSNIGHT as well as listeners to Radio 4. £6 conc. £5 The Gateway and Simon Baynes Books. Enquiries: 01743 353424 12 noon |
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| Wild Life Bingo |
29.05.2010 - .. |
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from Abbey Foregate car park at the Old Station Mural,
Shrewsbury |
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01743 257612 |
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| A 'Bingo Caller' will lead you around the Rea Brook Valley where you can spot things along the way and mark them off on your card. Prizes to be won!! Children £2.50. Contact 01743 257612 for more information. |
| More info at www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| A Journey in Stitch |
01.06.2010 - .. |
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The Shirehall,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury. |
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01743 873461 |
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| The Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild invite you to an illustrated talk by Margaret Fairhead. Margaret is a freelance textile artist and contemporary embroiderer. Her design inspirations come from the landscape. Join us to hear how Margaret turns them into her unique pieces, creating textual effects with the sewing machine, and by hand. 7pm. Non-members £5 on the door. |
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| Dip into Spring |
02.06.2010 - .. |
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Meet at Copthorne Park, off Richmond Drive,
Shrewsbury |
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01743 257610 |
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NATURE |
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| Drop in anytime to discover life in a watery world, wicked water beetles and scary scorpions to name but a few. Children £2.50. Call 01743 257610 for more information. 12 noon-4.00pm. |
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| Lunch Time Talk |
10.06.2010 - .. |
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Stranger in the House Lunch Time Talk with Julie Summers. Over 4 million men were demobilised between 1945 and 1947 and the talk deals with the thorny topic of returning heroes – a problem that we still face today. Julie Summers has interviewed over 100 women and in this book she tells their side of the story. Julie Summers is a biographer and historia but most importantly she is a wonderful story teller. 12 noon. £6 concessionary £5. Tickets from The Gateway And Simon Baynes Books, 9 Milk Street, Shrewsbury
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| Images of Coleham & Belle Vue |
15.06.2010 - .. |
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Holy Trinity Church,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
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| History of Belle Vue Pubs Walk |
16.06.2010 - .. |
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Holy Trinity Church,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
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| Lunch Time Talk with Richard Field |
01.07.2010 - .. |
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| Charles Dickens’s notes from America. Dickens’s entertaining Notes on America is achingly funny in parts, deeply touching in others and] fearlessly outspoken. His trenchant criticism of slavery made him more enemies than friends but over 5,000 queued to buy tickets for his readings. Richard Field taught English at Shrewsbury School for over 30 years. He now lectures both in this country and abroad and is well know for his Great English Writers series at The Gateway. 12 noon. £6 Concessionary £5. Tickets sold at The Gateway and Simon Baynes Books, 9 Milk Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SZ 01743 244333. |
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| Conflicts Of Interest with Major General Andrew Farquhar CBE |
02.07.2010 - .. |
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| Takes a hard look at over 3 decades of conflict, from Ulster to Afghanistan. He will focus on key international issues, the varying roles of the British Army across the globe and the domestic issues affecting today’s service men and women. General Farquhar has commanded on operation on every level. He served with Special Forces for six years specialising in Counter Terrorism. He is a senior consultant in Crisis Management and strategic risk. 7.30pm. £10 concessionary £8. For tickets Simon Baynes Books, 9 Milk Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SZ 01743 244833. |
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| Inspiration from Africa |
06.07.2010 - 07.07.2010 |
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The Shirehall,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury. |
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01743 873461 |
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| The Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderers invite you to a talk by Mary Sleigh. Mary is a leading textile artist who regularly exhibits. Her illustrated talk, ‘Inspiration from Africa’ will include some of her personal work and examples from her extensive collection of African textiles, beadwork and baskets. Following the talk, Mary will run a day workshop at The Lantern, Shrewsbury on Wednesday, July 7th. The workshop title is ‘African Inspiration – working with fabric and thread’. Limited places may be available, cost to non-members £25. Pre-booking is essential. 7pm. Non-members £5 on the door. |
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| Nature Walk in Rea Brook Valley |
03.09.2010 - .. |
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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 info @ www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
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| Embroidery for Fashion |
07.09.2010 - .. |
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The Shirehall,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury. |
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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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| Shrewsbury Heritage Open Days - Greek Orthodox Church |
12.09.2010 - .. |
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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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How to Book.
For tickets please check the contact
information against the individual
events in the listings below. For major events
this is usually the Theatre Severn number
01743 281 281 or online
here, but some events have their own ticketing
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