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Witches set to land in Wellington

Shropshire children are being invited to take part in some spooky fun during October half term, the Witches of Wellington activity is being held this year for local youngsters.

Shropshire Oktoberfest returns to Shrewsbury’s Quarry for a weekend of pints and party

The countdown is on! Preparations are in full swing as Shropshire Festivals gets ready to welcome thousands to the Shropshire Oktoberfest this weekend.

WAODS to perform Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR.

Whitchurch Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society has revealed its latest production, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR, taking place at the Talbot Theatre.

Shifnal to be lit up by lantern parade

Youngsters in a Shropshire town are invited to help light up their streets by taking part in a lantern parade later this autumn.
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Entertainment

Shropshire Oktoberfest returns to Shrewsbury’s Quarry for a weekend of pints and party

The countdown is on! Preparations are in full swing as Shropshire Festivals gets ready to welcome thousands to the Shropshire Oktoberfest this weekend.
Entertainment

WAODS to perform Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR.

Whitchurch Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society has revealed its latest production, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR, taking place at the Talbot Theatre.
Entertainment

Shifnal to be lit up by lantern parade

Youngsters in a Shropshire town are invited to help light up their streets by taking part in a lantern parade later this autumn.
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Oswestry Christmas Parade set to return

The spirit of Christmas is set to make a triumphant return to Oswestry this winter as organisers announce the return of the town's much-loved Christmas Parade.
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Exhibition celebrates Shrewsbury’s former Sentinel Waggon Works

The Shrewsbury Railway Heritage Trust (SRHT) is hosting a special two-day exhibition to commemorate the 110th anniversary of Sentinel Waggon Works, a renowned engineering firm once located in the town.

Acclaimed craft fair set for return to Much Wenlock

A highly acclaimed craft show is to be staged in the Shropshire town of Much Wenlock this autumn.

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity to host spooktacular Halloween experience

The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is to host a fun-filled Halloween Experience, offering an exciting mix of spooky activities at its base in Shropshire.

Synth-pop legends The Human League announced as first Live at Ludlow Castle headliner for 2026

The first headliner for next year's highly anticipated concert series, which takes place within the historic grounds of Ludlow Castle, has been announced.

Theatre Severn announces star-studded cast for Dick Whittington and His Cat pantomime

The cast of Theatre Severn's forthcoming pantomime Dick Whittington and His Cat were unveiled this week, as the venue prepares to bring dazzling dancing, toe-tapping tunes and plenty of laughs to Shropshire this Christmas.

Market Drayton set for a spicy extravaganza with 9th annual Ginger & Spice Festival

Market Drayton is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host the 9th annual Ginger & Spice Festival on Saturday, 27th September 2025.

Bomere Heath Fete and Fun Day returns this Saturday

The annual Bomere Heath Fete and Fun Day is set to make its highly anticipated return this Saturday, 13th September, promising a jam-packed afternoon of entertainment and community spirit.

Telford Theatre unveils star-studded 2025 pantomime cast

Telford Theatre has announced the cast for its highly anticipated 2025 pantomime, with a line-up of well-known faces set to bring the classic tale of Cinderella to life.

Scarecrow competition coming to Shifnal later this month

Shifnal is preparing for its first scarecrow competition later this month - as part of a community celebration.

Arts Alive and Telford Theatre on Tour join forces to bring live performance to local communities

Arts Alive has announced an exciting new partnership with Telford Theatre on Tour, working together to ensure communities across the borough.

Fizz and Fun in The Dingle as Mayor of Shrewsbury hosts charity evening

Get ready for an evening of fizz, canapés, and fantastical performances! Shrewsbury's Mayor, Councillor Alex Wagner, is inviting the public to a special charity event in The Dingle on Friday, 19 September.

Ludlow Food Festival is back, bringing the heat and a feast of local flavour

This September, the ancient walls of Ludlow Castle are set to sizzle once again as the Ludlow Food Festival returns for a three-day celebration of fire, flavour, and the finest produce the Marches have to offer.
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Exhibition celebrates Shrewsbury’s former Sentinel Waggon Works

The Shrewsbury Railway Heritage Trust (SRHT) is hosting a special two-day exhibition to commemorate the 110th anniversary of Sentinel Waggon Works, a renowned engineering firm once located in the town.

Acclaimed craft fair set for return to Much Wenlock

A highly acclaimed craft show is to be staged in the Shropshire town of Much Wenlock this autumn.

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity to host spooktacular Halloween experience

The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is to host a fun-filled Halloween Experience, offering an exciting mix of spooky activities at its base in Shropshire.

Synth-pop legends The Human League announced as first Live at Ludlow Castle headliner for 2026

The first headliner for next year's highly anticipated concert series, which takes place within the historic grounds of Ludlow Castle, has been announced.

Theatre Severn announces star-studded cast for Dick Whittington and His Cat pantomime

The cast of Theatre Severn's forthcoming pantomime Dick Whittington and His Cat were unveiled this week, as the venue prepares to bring dazzling dancing, toe-tapping tunes and plenty of laughs to Shropshire this Christmas.

Market Drayton set for a spicy extravaganza with 9th annual Ginger & Spice Festival

Market Drayton is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host the 9th annual Ginger & Spice Festival on Saturday, 27th September 2025.

Bomere Heath Fete and Fun Day returns this Saturday

The annual Bomere Heath Fete and Fun Day is set to make its highly anticipated return this Saturday, 13th September, promising a jam-packed afternoon of entertainment and community spirit.

Telford Theatre unveils star-studded 2025 pantomime cast

Telford Theatre has announced the cast for its highly anticipated 2025 pantomime, with a line-up of well-known faces set to bring the classic tale of Cinderella to life.

Scarecrow competition coming to Shifnal later this month

Shifnal is preparing for its first scarecrow competition later this month - as part of a community celebration.

Arts Alive and Telford Theatre on Tour join forces to bring live performance to local communities

Arts Alive has announced an exciting new partnership with Telford Theatre on Tour, working together to ensure communities across the borough.

Fizz and Fun in The Dingle as Mayor of Shrewsbury hosts charity evening

Get ready for an evening of fizz, canapés, and fantastical performances! Shrewsbury's Mayor, Councillor Alex Wagner, is inviting the public to a special charity event in The Dingle on Friday, 19 September.

Ludlow Food Festival is back, bringing the heat and a feast of local flavour

This September, the ancient walls of Ludlow Castle are set to sizzle once again as the Ludlow Food Festival returns for a three-day celebration of fire, flavour, and the finest produce the Marches have to offer.

Shropshire stuntman launches second video podcast episode

An award-winning film and TV stuntman from Shropshire has launched the second episode of his video podcast.

Wellington set for fan fest fun this Saturday

A new event which will include a superhero trail, vintage board games and an appearance from ‘The Batmobile” will be hosted by Wellington this weekend.

Arts Alive launches new season, bringing live performances to rural communities

Arts Alive has announced the launch of its new season, promising an array of live theatre, music, comedy, and family entertainment for communities across Shropshire.

Celebrating Beatlemania: The Mersey Beatles head to Shrewsbury

The world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to The Beatles is heading to Shrewsbury for an unmissable hit-packed show celebrating the Fab Four’s rise to global fame.

Dust Off Your Lederhosen for Shropshire’s Biggest Party this October

Shropshire’s biggest beer festival is back in the Quarry this October, putting a local twist on the Oktoberfest format, celebrating local brewers, cidermakers, producers, street food, and live bands.

Italian glamour returns to Bridgnorth for annual Auto Moto Festival

The roar of Italian engines is set to return to the historic streets of Bridgnorth as the town prepares to host the popular Bridgnorth Italian Auto Moto Festival on Sunday, September 7th.

Countdown to Telford Balloon Fiesta

Telford Balloon Fiesta takes place in Telford Town Park from Friday, 22 August, to Sunday, 24 August. This popular event always draws crowds from across the country.

Oswestry performing arts academy welcomes new members

Face2Face Performing Arts Academy, based at the Holroyd Community Theatre, is now welcoming new members aged 9 to 18 to join their upcoming term.

Market Drayton’s Ginger and Spice Festival announces headline food theatre sponsor

The annual Ginger and Spice Festival in Market Drayton has announced that multi-award-winning independent estate agent, James Du Pavey, will be the headline sponsor for this year’s ‘James Du Pavey Festival Food Theatre’.

Television and film star Tom Hollander to appear at Theatre Severn

Double BAFTA award-winning and Emmy, Tony and Olivier Award nominated star Tom Hollander is set to appear at Shrewsbury's Theatre Severn on Tuesday 2nd September.

Scarecrow competition coming to Shifnal

Scarecrows will be popping up all around a Shropshire town this autumn as part of a community celebration.

Outdoor theatre continues as ‘HMS Pinafore’ comes to Bowring Park

The Telford Theatre on Tour series is set to continue this Saturday, 9 August, with an outdoor performance of the classic comic opera HMS Pinafore by the award-winning Illyria theatre company.

Shropshire organic farm hosts summer of events

A Shropshire organic farm is hosting a summer of events in its fundraising efforts to place part of the farm into community ownership.

Oswestry Balloon Carnival offers a sky-high celebration with fun for all the family

The much-loved Oswestry Balloon Carnival is set to return this summer, filling the skies and parklands of Oswestry with colour, entertainment and community spirit across the weekend of Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th August 2025.
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Oswestry Christmas Parade set to return

The spirit of Christmas is set to make a triumphant return to Oswestry this winter as organisers announce the return of the town's much-loved Christmas Parade.

Exhibition celebrates Shrewsbury’s former Sentinel Waggon Works

The Shrewsbury Railway Heritage Trust (SRHT) is hosting a special two-day exhibition to commemorate the 110th anniversary of Sentinel Waggon Works, a renowned engineering firm once located in the town.
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Acclaimed craft fair set for return to Much Wenlock

A highly acclaimed craft show is to be staged in the Shropshire town of Much Wenlock this autumn.

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity to host spooktacular Halloween experience

The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is to host a fun-filled Halloween Experience, offering an exciting mix of spooky activities at its base in Shropshire.

Synth-pop legends The Human League announced as first Live at Ludlow Castle headliner for 2026

The first headliner for next year's highly anticipated concert series, which takes place within the historic grounds of Ludlow Castle, has been announced.

Theatre Severn announces star-studded cast for Dick Whittington and His Cat pantomime

The cast of Theatre Severn's forthcoming pantomime Dick Whittington and His Cat were unveiled this week, as the venue prepares to bring dazzling dancing, toe-tapping tunes and plenty of laughs to Shropshire this Christmas.

Market Drayton set for a spicy extravaganza with 9th annual Ginger & Spice Festival

Market Drayton is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host the 9th annual Ginger & Spice Festival on Saturday, 27th September 2025.

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Bomere Heath Fete and Fun Day returns this Saturday

The annual Bomere Heath Fete and Fun Day is set to make its highly anticipated return this Saturday, 13th September, promising a jam-packed afternoon of entertainment and community spirit.

Telford Theatre unveils star-studded 2025 pantomime cast

Telford Theatre has announced the cast for its highly anticipated 2025 pantomime, with a line-up of well-known faces set to bring the classic tale of Cinderella to life.

Scarecrow competition coming to Shifnal later this month

Shifnal is preparing for its first scarecrow competition later this month - as part of a community celebration.
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