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Whats on in Shropshire in December
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| Exhibition of Olympic Posters |
27.09.2008 - 11.01.2009 |
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Coalbrookdale Gallery
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge Gorge TF8 7DQ |
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01952 884 391 |
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IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS |
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| The Victoria and Albert Museum touring exhibition, A Century of Olympic Posters is drawn mainly from the London museum’s internationally renowned collection and includes many rare and beautiful examples, most of which are shown together for the first time. It presents a unique perspective on the modern Olympic Games, exploring their inception and evolution through the powerful medium of the poster. |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/iron-museum-art-olympic.shtml |
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| Razzle Dazzle |
07.11.2008 - 24.12.2008 |
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ART & CRAFTS EXHIBITION |
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| Exhibition Celebrating the Creative Talents of Local Whitchurch Contemporary Craft Designer / Makers and Artists. 10.00am-4.00pm Tues, Thurs, Frid, Sat Free |
| More: www.downtoearthgallery.co.uk |
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| Twenty Twenty Christmas Show |
15.11.2008 - 24.12.2008 |
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ART EXHIBITION |
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| Contemporary fine art and craft by over 40 British artists and makers including: paintings by Bob Bates, Sue Campion, Annie Ovenden, Peter Tarrant, Norman Lamputt, Ian Warburton plus jewellery, ceramics, glass, wood, scarves and bags. Tues to Sat 10.00am to 5.30pm |
| More: www.twenty-twenty.co.uk |
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| Winter Wonderland Santa's Magical Village |
22.11.2008 - 23.12.2008 |
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Wonderland
Telford Town Pk, Telford, TF3 4AY |
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01952 591633 |
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| Chat with Santa, walk through Ice Mountain, visit the Elves Mail Room, skate outdoors and see Santa's Reindeer in the Winter Village. 10am-6pm |
| More: www.wonderlandtelford.com |
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| Mistletoe Auctions |
25.11.2008 - 06.12.2008 |
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Little Hereford Yard,
Tenbury Wells |
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01584 810 555 |
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| The 2008 Mistletoe Auction dates are 25th November, 2nd December and 9th December. Mistletoe from England and Wales will be auctioned in lots as well as Christmas trees and wreaths. See website for details |
| More: www.tenbury-mistletoe-festival.co.uk |
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| Santa Express, |
29.11.2008 - 24.12.2008 |
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Llangollen Railway,
The Station, Abbet Road, LLangollen, LL20 8SN |
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0844 4439373 |
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STEAM RAILWAY |
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| Meet Santa and his helpers as they dash through the train with gifts for all the children. Adults will get mince pies and sherry. 11am-6:15pm |
| More: www.santaspecials.co.uk |
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| Traditional Christmas |
29.11.2008 - 24.12.2008 |
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Rays Farm Country Matters
Billingsley, Bridgnorth WV16 6PF |
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01299 841255 |
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| Welcome to an old fashioned Christmas. See baby Jesus in the donkeys stable with Mary, Joseph, the Three Kings and the Wise Men. Chat to Father Christmas as he prepares the childrens toys for that magical night. See Rudolph and friends waiting to pull the sleigh full of presents. |
| More: www.raysfarm.com/xmas.html |
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| Christmas Flowers Workshops |
30.11.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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WESTON PARK |
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| Special flower arrangements for the Christmas season, the session includes the workshop, a 3-course lunch in the House and a Christmas flower arrangement to take home. Pre-booking is required. £57.50 per person |
| More: www.weston-park.com |
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| Christmas Wonderland |
01.12.2008 - 24.12.2008 |
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| Our enchanting Santa begins his magical wonder at Park Hall on 1st Dec and will be in residence every Fri,Sat &Sun until 24th Dec. Santa will see groups on any day from 1st-24th Dec and is available daily from 19th-24th Dec.for all visitors |
| More: www.parkhallfarm.co.uk/events/event_christmas.shtml |
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| Christmas in the Stables |
02.12.2008 - 20.12.2008 |
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WESTON PARK |
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| Christmas in the Stables includes a three course traditional Christmas dinner with coffee and mince pies and entertainment. Ideal for small parties, friends or colleagues to celebrate the festive season. £37.50 per person Must book |
| More: www.weston-park.com |
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| Festival of Christmas Music |
02.12.2008 - .. |
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St Nicholas Church,
Newport |
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01952 820851 |
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CHRISTMAS MUSIC |
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| Beaumaris Singers of Newport present part one of Handel's Messiah, Britten's Hymn to St Cecelia and Lauridsen's Ave Maria. Festive drinks and mince pies followed by Christmas carols. 7-30 pm £10 (£8 concessions) |
| More: www.beaumarissingers.org |
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| Late Night Christmas Shopping! |
02.12.2008 - .. |
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NATIONAL TRUST |
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| Entertainment and festivities in the Tea Room and National Trust Shop. Shuttle provided from Mayfair Community Centre. Please see website for details. 4.30pm-7.30pm |
| More: www.cardingmillvalley.com |
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| Mamma Mia! |
02.12.2008 - .. |
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FILM |
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| Flicks in the Sticks is screening Mamma Mia! Please book in advance for this blockbuster! 20.15 £3.50 / £3 |
| More: www.artsalive.co.uk |
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| Christmas Quiz |
03.12.2008 - 03.12.2008 |
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Elephant& Castle pub
Stafford Street, St.Georges, Telford |
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01952502738 |
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tuckchris@hotmail.com |
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CHARITY QUIZ |
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| Christmas Quiz in aid of Wellington Cottage Care. Gallon of Beer for winning team. 7-30 UNTIL 10-30app £10-00 team of 4 or teams can be less than 4 |
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| Robin Hood |
03.12.2008 - 04.01.2009 |
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CHRISTMAS PANOTMINE |
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Shrewsbury's main annual pantomime with new surprises for Robin Hood, Maid Marion and his Merry Men. The show will be packed with spectacle, adventure, music, non-stop comedy magic and mayhem!
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| More: www.musichall.co.uk |
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| Climbing Ledgend Lectures |
03.12.2008 - .. |
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The Gateway Arts Centre,
Shrewsbury |
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01743 231649 |
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TALK |
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| Mark Fowler has just climbed the 6,792 metre west face of Vasuki Parbat in the Himalayas but he will be in Shrewsbury to relate all his experiences. £10, £12 at the door |
| More: www.highsports.co.uk |
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| City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra |
04.12.2008 - 04.12.2008 |
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MUSIC |
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| City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (Sponsored by Mitchells & Butlers) presents a Concert by the Little Big Band. Tickest also available from Royal British Legion, County Office, Network House, Oxon Business Park, Shrewsbury, SY3 5AB 7.30pm £10.00 per ticket |
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| Wellington Cottage Care Christmas Fayre |
04.12.2008 - 04.12.2008 |
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CHARITY |
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| Wellington Cottage Care Christmas Fayre on 4th December from 2pm to 4pm to include tombola, stalls, refreshments and a raffle. All Welcome. 2pm - 4pm |
| More: www.wellingtoncare.org.uk |
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| Wem Christmas festival |
04.12.2008 - 04.12.2008 |
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CHRISTMAS |
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| Switch on of wem christmas lights band choirs stalls and more. 6-9pm free |
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| Christmas Crackers -The Concert! |
04.12.2008 - .. |
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CONCERT |
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| The popular event is back! Our Christmas concert returns with a vengence! 7:30pm |
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| Mamma Mia! |
04.12.2008 - .. |
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FILM |
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| Dont miss this Flicks in the Sticks screening of the blockbuster film! Book your seat in advance to avoid disapointment! 7.30pm |
| More: www.artsalive.co.uk |
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| Ballroom & Sequence Dance |
05.12.2008 - 05.12.2008 |
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DANCE |
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| Ballroom and Sequence Dance 8pmm-11pm Live music by Johnny Boonham on keyboard Raffle, refreshments and bar. Why not join our friendly group for a good nights dancing. 8pm-11pm £3.50 |
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| Deck the Hall Preview and Reception |
05.12.2008 - 05.12.2008 |
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CHRISTMAS |
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'A Community Festival of Christmas Flowers and Environmental Art' by West Shropshire Flower Club and community groups. by kind permission of Sir Michael Leighton Bt. Proceeds to charity
Preview 6pm Reception 7.15pm £10 to include refreshments and entertainment |
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| Quiz night |
05.12.2008 - 05.12.2008 |
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The Alexanda Inn,
10 Slaney Street, Oakengates, Telford |
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01952502738 |
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tuckchris@hotmail.com |
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| A family quiz evening, in aid of Wellington Cottage Care 79 haygate road Wellington, there will be raffle and prizes for the wining team.. all proceeds go to cottage care. 7-30 for 8-00pm £4 per person teams of 4 or less |
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| Festival of Christmas Trees with Musical Interludes |
05.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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CHRISTMAS |
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| Decorated Christmas trees with Musical Interludes and Refreshments. Special Concert by Candlelight 6th December at 7.30pm with mulled wine and mince pies. 5th December 2008 11am to 8.30pm Saturday 6th December 2008 10am to 5.45pm, 7th December 2008 12noon to 5.30pm Concert £3.50 |
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| Christmas Traditional Dining in the House |
05.12.2008 - 20.12.2008 |
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WESTON PARK |
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| The House is elegantly dressed with Christmas trees and traditional decorations as you would expect. An exquisite dining experience awaits followed by coffee and liqueurs in the Library and entertainment prior to departing or retiring to one of our luxurious 28 bedrooms. Traditional English breakfast served in the morning. |
| More: www.weston-park.com |
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| Day Out with Thomas Christmas Special |
05.12.2008 - 21.12.2008 |
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Telford Steam Railway,
The Old Loco Shed, Bridge Road, Horsehay, TF4 2NF |
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07765 858348 |
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TELFORD STEAM RAILWAY |
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| Travel with Thomas to santa land and visit Santa in his Grotto. Adults get a mince pie and hot drink and children get a gift. 10am-4pm, weekends only |
| More: www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk |
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| Christmas Evening at Coalport |
05.12.2008 - .. |
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Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ |
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01952 884391 |
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IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS |
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| Christmas Fair |
06.12.2008 - 06.12.2008 |
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CHRISTMAS FAYRE |
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| A fun Christmas fair with an Eastern Bazaar theme. Stalls include gifts, crafts, decorations, jewellery and preserves. There is a cafe serving fresh sandwiches and delicious home-made cakes. 10am to 4pm Free admission |
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| Clungunford Christmas Market |
06.12.2008 - 06.12.2008 |
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Cuthbert’s Church,
Clungunford, South Shropshire |
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01588 660766 |
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| Singing by Candlelight with Jane Read |
06.12.2008 - 06.12.2008 |
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Cleobury North Village Hall,
Cleobury North, near Bridgnorth |
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01584 891656 |
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jane@songshops.co.uk |
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| Sacred songs in rounds and harmony, mainly from Taize. Simple to learn and beautiful to sing. All songs taught by ear. No singing experience needed. Everyone welcome. Clear, encouraging teaching. 3.30 - 7.30pm £10 in advance or £12 on the door |
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| A Country Christmas |
06.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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NATIONAL TRUST CHIRK CASTLE |
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| Celebrate the festive season with a truly homespun Christmas. Discover Father Christmas�s hideaway cabin and Elves workshop. Festive activities for the whole family, country craft stalls and local festive produce. 11am - 5pm NT Members Free, Adults £2, Children £1. Father Christmas Grotto �2 per child |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/chirk-christmas.shtml |
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| Christmas Fayre at Weston Park |
06.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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WESTON PARK |
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| Christmas Weekend |
06.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU |
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01952 884391 |
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| Deck the Hall |
06.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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Loton Park,
Alberbury, Shrewsbury SY5 9AJ |
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01743 884439 |
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| A festival of christmas flowers and environmental art designed by West Shropshire Flower Club and displayed with the help of local community groups in and around Loton Park. 10am until 5pm Adults £6; Primary School childen £2 |
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| Frost Fair |
06.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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Attingham Park
Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP |
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01743 708123 |
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NATIONAL TRUST ATTINGHAM |
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| Come browse the Christmas market stalls on the ground floor of the Attingham Park house and in the grounds of the park. Ceramics, jewellery, cards, textiles, plus locally-produced food and drink. 11am-4pm |
| More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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| Wartime Christmas Weekend |
06.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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RAF MUSUEM |
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Activites include; traditional Christmas craft stalls,Santa in a 1940's Grotto, decorating Gingerbread man tree decorations, writing a letter to Santa and wartime menu in the Museum restaurant.
10am - 6pm |
| More: www.rafmuseum.org |
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| Peter Pan, |
06.12.2008 - 25.01.2008 |
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The Grand Theatre,
Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1DE |
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01902 429212 |
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CHRISTMAS PANOTMINE |
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| A spectacular pantomime, set to have audiences hooked as the swashbuckling adventure is brought magically to life on stage. Join Peter, Captain Hook and Tinkerbell for a magical journey to Neverland! £9.50- £23.50 |
| More: www.grandtheatre.info |
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| Christmas Gift Making Workshop |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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Coalport China Museum
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ |
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01952 884391 |
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IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS |
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| Make a ceramic gift for someone special. Activities will vary day to day and some carry an additional charge. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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| Green Wood Winter Music Festival |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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The Woodland Hall, Green Wood Centre,
Station Road, Coalbrookdale, TF8 7DR |
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01952 432769 |
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| Live acoustic music with Beck Sian creating 'Haunted Forest Music'; Whalebone is rootsy, folky, and funky acoustic; Dan James performs on Mandocello and 7 string guitar blending folk, jazz and rock; and More Free Muffins 7pm £10 |
| More: www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk |
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| Hendricks Elvis, |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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Theatre on the Steps,
Stoneway Steps, Bridgnorth, WV16 4BD |
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01746 763257 |
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| Hendricks was Winner of the 2005 Grand Final Stars in Their Eyes. Gordon and his five-piece band will perform some of the King’s finest works 8pm £16 |
| More: www.theatreonthesteps.co.uk |
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| One Enchanted Evening |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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Ludlow Assembly Rooms,
1 Mill Street, Ludlow, SY8 1AZ |
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01584 878141 |
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MAGIC |
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| An inspirational journey where you will encounter truly spell-binding magic and come away with a re-awakened sense of the beauty and wonder of life. 7:30pm £10, £9 |
| More: www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
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| Tenbury Wells Mistletoe Festival |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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Holly and Mistletoe have been sold in Tenbury for over 100 years. Endorsed by Parliament in 2005 December 1st sets the date for the auctions and related events to start to take place each year.
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| More: www.tenbury-mistletoe-festival.co.uk |
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| The Abraham Darby Bands in Concert, |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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Idsall School,
Shifnal |
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01952 461 1475 |
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| Abraham Darby Bands in concert in aid of the Shifnal Community Swimming Pool and the band's funds. 7:30pm £5 adults, £3 children |
| More: www.abrahamdarbymusic.co.uk |
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| Traditional Christmas Fair |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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Church Green and High Street,
Much Wenlock |
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01743 761363 |
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| Once again Wenlock helps you prepare for Christmas with a marquee full of gifts, visit Father Christmas in his grotto, donkey rides, musical entertainment and ending with a lantern procession and carols in the Square. 10am-5:30pm Free |
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| Winter Festival Day |
06.12.2008 - .. |
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Welshpool, SY20 9HU |
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07782 166342 |
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| Christmas street market and entertainment. Free event for all the family to enjoy with crafts, charity stalls, entertainment. Followed by Big 60's Nite Out with Dusty Springfield tribute, 60's divas, The Jay Walkers and The Trensetts. |
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| Bridgnorth Winter Street Fair |
07.12.2008 - 07.12.2008 |
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CHRISTMAS FAYRE |
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| Festive gifts and wares galore, dancers. Punch and Judy. Refreshments, Specialty Ice-creams and cakes. local shops & Christmas lights. Works and crafts. 10am - 4pm |
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| Ffeisty Ffelters' "Soft Touch" exhibition |
07.12.2008 - 20.12.2008 |
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Bear Steps Gallery
St Alkmund's Place, Shrewsbury |
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01743 791774 |
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CRAFT EXHIBITION |
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| An exhibition and sale of handmade feltwork with a contemporary approach. Our work varies from the fine and intricate to the bold and chunky, with lots of colour. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
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| Christmas Open Day |
07.12.2008 - .. |
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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING |
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| An opportunity to see & buy Elspeth Soper's latest pots. Plus a selection of seconds to browse through, whilst eating mince pies & drinking mulled wine! 11a.m - 3p.m Free Entry |
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| Come & cut a Christmas tree |
07.12.2008 - .. |
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| Come & clear the Moss by cutting your Christmas tree with Pete Bowyer of Natural Englnad. 10:30am FREE |
| More: www.naturalengland.org.uk |
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| Country Christmas |
07.12.2008 - .. |
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Moseley Old Hall,
Moseley Old Hall Lane, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, WV10 7HY |
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NATIONAL TRUST MOSELEY OLD HALL |
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| Experience the preparations for Christmas at a country house! In the warm and welcoming atmosphere, enjoy the beautifully decorated house, traditional 17th Century Christmas cooking demonstrations and lots of tastings of wonderful Christmas food. 12pm-4pm |
| More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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| Life Drawing in Pastel |
07.12.2008 - .. |
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| Explore ways of capturing life-like figures in pastel. A great life model is available. 10.00am - 4.00pm daily £55 |
| More: www.paulpriestley.com |
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| Christmas Market |
10.12.2008 - .. |
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The Square,
Shrewsbury |
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01743 281000 |
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| A host of stalls selling local festive food and drink, decorations, jewellery, accessories, unique, handcrafted items in The Square. Enjoy a glass of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts whilst Jugglers, magicians, carol singers and musicians entertain you. |
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| Christmas Music Hall Evening |
10.12.2008 - .. |
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Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU |
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