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27th October 2025(4 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Half Term at Go Ape Wyre
25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
at Go Ape Wyre
KidderminsterHalf Term at Go Ape Wyre
- 25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
More InformationLooking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered.
Join us in the heart of Wyre Forest near Kidderminster for a day out in the treetops. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings and experience our iconic ziplines. Our forest doors will be open daily and the
number one place to go. October half term solutions in Worcestershire sorted. It’s where boring ends!
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day 27th October 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day - 27th October 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Escape Rooms
10:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
atEscape Rooms
10:00 - 17:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
More InformationOctober Half Term Activity
Can your team solve the escape room puzzles to unlock the team members’ certificates?
In the Discovery Centre take on this popular family activity, you’ll need to solve the puzzles and clues to “escape”.
There will be a range of activities for different ages and abilities for to move through.
£4.50 per accompanied child between 4 and 11 years, all groups must be accompanied by an adult.
Monday 27th - Thursday 30th October. Slots available between 10am and 4pm.
Call 01588676060 to book.
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28th October 2025(4 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Half Term at Go Ape Wyre
25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
at Go Ape Wyre
KidderminsterHalf Term at Go Ape Wyre
- 25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
More InformationLooking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered.
Join us in the heart of Wyre Forest near Kidderminster for a day out in the treetops. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings and experience our iconic ziplines. Our forest doors will be open daily and the
number one place to go. October half term solutions in Worcestershire sorted. It’s where boring ends!
Escape Rooms
10:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
atEscape Rooms
10:00 - 17:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
More InformationOctober Half Term Activity
Can your team solve the escape room puzzles to unlock the team members’ certificates?
In the Discovery Centre take on this popular family activity, you’ll need to solve the puzzles and clues to “escape”.
There will be a range of activities for different ages and abilities for to move through.
£4.50 per accompanied child between 4 and 11 years, all groups must be accompanied by an adult.
Monday 27th - Thursday 30th October. Slots available between 10am and 4pm.
Call 01588676060 to book.
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day 28th October 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day - 28th October 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
29th October 2025(6 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Half Term at Go Ape Wyre
25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
at Go Ape Wyre
KidderminsterHalf Term at Go Ape Wyre
- 25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
More InformationLooking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered.
Join us in the heart of Wyre Forest near Kidderminster for a day out in the treetops. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings and experience our iconic ziplines. Our forest doors will be open daily and the
number one place to go. October half term solutions in Worcestershire sorted. It’s where boring ends!
Escape Rooms
10:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
atEscape Rooms
10:00 - 17:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
More InformationOctober Half Term Activity
Can your team solve the escape room puzzles to unlock the team members’ certificates?
In the Discovery Centre take on this popular family activity, you’ll need to solve the puzzles and clues to “escape”.
There will be a range of activities for different ages and abilities for to move through.
£4.50 per accompanied child between 4 and 11 years, all groups must be accompanied by an adult.
Monday 27th - Thursday 30th October. Slots available between 10am and 4pm.
Call 01588676060 to book.
Community Quiz
07:00 29th October 2025
atCommunity Quiz
07:00 - 21:45 29th October 2025
More InformationCommunity Quiz at Much Wenlock
The Raven, Barrow St.
£3p.p.teams,welcome.
Cash prizes
Raffles
Book on 07807142369, or book at the Raven.
Dog friendly. Halloween special
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 29th October 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00 29th October 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly get creative sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Have a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 29th October 2025
at Prestfelde School
ShresburyHave a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 - 21:15 29th October 2025
Prestfelde SchoolMore InformationWe are excited to invite you to come along and have a go at morris dancing
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30th October 2025(3 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Half Term at Go Ape Wyre
25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
at Go Ape Wyre
KidderminsterHalf Term at Go Ape Wyre
- 25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
More InformationLooking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered.
Join us in the heart of Wyre Forest near Kidderminster for a day out in the treetops. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings and experience our iconic ziplines. Our forest doors will be open daily and the
number one place to go. October half term solutions in Worcestershire sorted. It’s where boring ends!
Escape Rooms
10:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
atEscape Rooms
10:00 - 17:00 27th October 2025 – 30th October 2025
More InformationOctober Half Term Activity
Can your team solve the escape room puzzles to unlock the team members’ certificates?
In the Discovery Centre take on this popular family activity, you’ll need to solve the puzzles and clues to “escape”.
There will be a range of activities for different ages and abilities for to move through.
£4.50 per accompanied child between 4 and 11 years, all groups must be accompanied by an adult.
Monday 27th - Thursday 30th October. Slots available between 10am and 4pm.
Call 01588676060 to book.
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31st October 2025(6 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Half Term at Go Ape Wyre
25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
at Go Ape Wyre
KidderminsterHalf Term at Go Ape Wyre
- 25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
More InformationLooking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered.
Join us in the heart of Wyre Forest near Kidderminster for a day out in the treetops. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings and experience our iconic ziplines. Our forest doors will be open daily and the
number one place to go. October half term solutions in Worcestershire sorted. It’s where boring ends!
Halloween Craft Drop In
13:00 31st October 2025
atHalloween Craft Drop In
13:00 - 16:00 31st October 2025
More InformationJoin us for an afternoon of crafting this Halloween.
Make Halloween decorations, experiment at making pumpkin “sick” and explore feelie boxes.
Spooky refreshments will be available.£5 per child
Drop in between 1pm and 4pm, no booking required.
Fancy dress welcome.
Halloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 31st October 2025
atHalloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 - 18:00 31st October 2025
More InformationPut on your wellies and warm clothes and come for a good walk around the grounds. There will be fancy dress, pumpkin trail & activities in the Craft Tent.
Hot food will be available from our Shepherd's Hut.Under 5s go free when accompanied by a paying adult
Dogs welcome
THE Halloween Disco for Single People in Shropshire
19:00 31st October 2025
atTHE Halloween Disco for Single People in Shropshire
19:00 - 23:30 31st October 2025
More InformationHow do you fancy dancing and chatting with potential dates at THE Halloween Disco for Single People in Shropshire? There are not many places you can have a night out knowing everyone in the room is single and looking to date!
Taking place at a beautiful country hotel in Shrewsbury, this is going to be a fun night with cheesy dance floor fillers, a DIY photo booth and the opportunity to match with potential dates! I can not stress this enough...please only buy a ticket if you are single, and don't bring friends who are in relationships. We want this to be a room full of opportunities for singles in Shropshire!
You can choose to either wear Halloween-themed fancy dress or just dress fancy - there is never any pressure at my discos! These have been the nicest events to attend, based on feedback and reviews and a genuinely lovely way to meet friends and potentially to find love!
Tickets are limited by gender, and they have sold out previously, so if you do fancy this, don't wait too long or negotiate with yourself! Most people attend on their own so this is normal AND most people are nervous (until they settle in).
We have a matching game at the beginning of the event so you have an excuse to talk to anyone and everyone along with party games (which are optional, again no pressure).
Plays for Remembrance Gerald Sibleyras Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard, with Lions led by Donkeys &The Last Lion by Tim Baker
19:30 31st October 2025
at Blackburn Theatre, Prestfelde School
ShrewsburyPlays for Remembrance Gerald Sibleyras Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard, with Lions led by Donkeys &The Last Lion by Tim Baker
19:30 - 20:30 31st October 2025
Blackburn Theatre, Prestfelde SchoolMore InformationAs part of this years Remembrance and Armistice commemoration Bloomin' Good Productions are touring three gentle, thoughtful comedies around Shropshire. On Friday 31st October they are at Blackburn Theatre Prestfelde School, Shrewsbury.
The evening features the Laurence Olivier Award-winning play Heroes by Gerald Sibleyras, translated by Sir Tom Stoppard (famous for Shakespeare In Love). It's a snapshot of three eccentric WW1 veterans plotting a hopeless escape from their French retirement home. Reviewers describe the humour as being akin to The Last of the Summer Wine.
This one-act play will be accompanied by two new pieces written by local writer Tim Baker.
Set in God's Waiting Room, Lions Led By Donkeys, which references the formation of the Poppy movement, puts Field Marshall Douglas Haig in the spotlight. Challenged over his role in the Great War can he defend his tactics which resulted in two million British Casualties.In The Last Lion we meet American Rifleman Henry Gunter. What was his unique contribution to The Great War?
An enjoyable evening is promised proving comedy can be the very best way to be respectful.
Tickets available from ticketsource.co.uk/heroes or on the door. -
1st November 2025(4 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Half Term at Go Ape Wyre
25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
at Go Ape Wyre
KidderminsterHalf Term at Go Ape Wyre
- 25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
More InformationLooking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered.
Join us in the heart of Wyre Forest near Kidderminster for a day out in the treetops. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings and experience our iconic ziplines. Our forest doors will be open daily and the
number one place to go. October half term solutions in Worcestershire sorted. It’s where boring ends!
Halloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 1st November 2025
atHalloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 - 18:00 1st November 2025
More InformationPut on your wellies and warm clothes and come for a good walk around the grounds. There will be fancy dress, pumpkin trail & activities in the Craft Tent.
Hot food will be available from our Shepherd's Hut.Under 5s go free when accompanied by a paying adult
Dogs welcome
Grandad Anansi
15:00 1st November 2025
at SpArC Theatre
Bishop's CastlesGrandad Anansi
15:00 - 16:00 1st November 2025
More InformationAbi and her Grandad tell each other Anansi folktales. They play games as they work together in the garden among the beautiful flowers and tasty vegetables. As they plant memories, they share secrets and develop a bond that nothing can break.
Grandad is as smart and mischievous as the wily Anansi legend, a part human, part spider and the subject of many West African and Caribbean folk stories. Can he find a way to tell his granddaughter about his plans to return to Jamaica, his beloved homeland?
Join our intrepid characters in this humorous and heartfelt inter-generational adventure. With captivating songs and joyous dancing, Grandad Anansi is an uplifting tale of love, courage and letting go.
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2nd November 2025(6 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Half Term at Go Ape Wyre
25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
at Go Ape Wyre
KidderminsterHalf Term at Go Ape Wyre
- 25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025
More InformationLooking for something unique to do this October half term with your Tribe? How about some outdoor activities packed with fresh air and adventure? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family we have the adventure and holiday scene covered.
Join us in the heart of Wyre Forest near Kidderminster for a day out in the treetops. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings and experience our iconic ziplines. Our forest doors will be open daily and the
number one place to go. October half term solutions in Worcestershire sorted. It’s where boring ends!
Luxury Travel Showcase
11:00 2nd November 2025
at St Mary's Church
ShrewsburyLuxury Travel Showcase
11:00 - 15:00 2nd November 2025
St Mary's ChurchMore InformationShrewsbury’s multi-award-winning travel agency, Peakes Travel Elite, is hosting a Luxury Travel Showcase this autumn.
The annual event attracts top tour operators from around the UK, bringing them to the heart of Shrewsbury to kickstart holiday planning for next year and beyond. The Luxury Travel Showcase is taking place on Sunday, November 2nd, from 11am until 3pm at St Mary's Church in Shrewsbury.
The annual travel event is the perfect place to find holiday inspiration and start having conversations with travel experts, who have been hand-picked for their excellent service and offerings. The Peakes team will also be on hand to offer their award-winning expertise in the world of cruise, touring and adventure.
Confirmed tour operators include Prestige Holidays, AE Expeditions, Distinctive Americas, Inside Asia, Kirker Holidays, Fred. Olsen, Africa and Beyond, Wendy Wu Tours, Explore, TransIndus, Oceania Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Riviera Travel, and Typically Holidays.
To book a free place at the travel event on Sunday, November 2nd, email sales@peakestravelelite.co.uk or call 01743 233234.
Quatt The Puppet Musical via Arts Alive
15:00 2nd November 2025
at Quatt Village Hall
BridgnorthQuatt The Puppet Musical via Arts Alive
15:00 - 17:30 2nd November 2025
Quatt Village HallMore InformationLet’s make the show right here in Quatt!
A hands-on, hilarious, creative get-together where everyone can help create a new hit Musical.
In this event you’ll get to make a puppet character to appear in a unique musical show that celebrates where you live. Our creative team take you on a fast, fun-filled journey to create the puppets and story and we add the hit songs.
Who knows - it could be the West End hit of tomorrow!
Previous puppet characters have included an acrobatic Super-Hero dog, a tiny ghost and a Grandma with a romantic secret!
This project is funded/part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund
tickets Adults £12 children £6
Quatt The Puppet Musical!
15:00 2nd November 2025
at Quatt Village Hall
BridgnorthQuatt The Puppet Musical!
15:00 - 16:00 2nd November 2025
Quatt Village HallMore InformationLet’s make the show right here!
A hands-on, hilarious, creative get-together where everyone can help create a new hit Musical.
In this event you’ll get to make a puppet character to appear in a unique musical show that celebrates where you live. Our creative team take you on a fast, fun-filled journey to create the puppets and story and we add the hit songs.
Who knows - it could be the West End hit of tomorrow!Previous puppet characters have included an acrobatic Super-Hero dog, a tiny ghost and a Grandma with a romantic secret!
Medusa
16:00 2nd November 2025
at Bridgnorth Library
Bridgnorth,Medusa
16:00 - 17:00 2nd November 2025
Bridgnorth LibraryBridgnorth, , WV16 4AWMore InformationWielding a sound that would turn classical music scholars to stone, these four folk musicians are reimagining the Western string quartet. By inviting back voices previously regarded as too ugly for “polite society,” Medusa tempts us to redefine what is beautiful.
With their debut album, nominated for a 2024 Canadian Folk Music Award for Instrumental Group of the Year, Medusa’s dynamic arrangement style cross-pollinates the sounds of Middle Eastern, Celtic, Appalachia & Eastern European music, as well as original tunes, to create something previously unheard.
Part of the Canadian Season.
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3rd November 2025(2 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day 3rd November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day - 3rd November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
4th November 2025(2 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day 4th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day - 4th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
5th November 2025(3 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 5th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00 5th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly get creative sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Have a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 5th November 2025
at Prestfelde School
ShresburyHave a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 - 21:15 5th November 2025
Prestfelde SchoolMore InformationWe are excited to invite you to come along and have a go at morris dancing
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6th November 2025(2 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
An Evening of plays for Remembrance Bloomin’ Good Productions presents Gerald Sibleyras Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard, with Lions led by Donkeys and The Last Lion by Tim Baker
19:30 6th November 2025
at Ludlow Assembly Rooms
LudlowAn Evening of plays for Remembrance Bloomin’ Good Productions presents Gerald Sibleyras Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard, with Lions led by Donkeys and The Last Lion by Tim Baker
19:30 - 20:30 6th November 2025
More InformationAs part of this years Remembrance and Armistice commemoration Bloomin' Good Productions are touring three gentle, thoughtful comedies around Shropshire. On Thursday November 6th they are at The Assembly Rooms Ludlow.
The evening features the Laurence Olivier Award-winning play Heroes by Gerald Sibleyras, translated by Sir Tom Stoppard (famous for Shakespeare In Love). It's a snapshot of three eccentric WW1 veterans plotting a hopeless escape from their French retirement home. Reviewers describe the humour as being akin to The Last of the Summer Wine.
This one-act play will be accompanied by two new pieces written by local writer Tim Baker.
Set in God's Waiting Room, Lions Led By Donkeys, which references the formation of the Poppy movement, puts Field Marshall Douglas Haig in the spotlight. Challenged over his role in the Great War can he defend his tactics which resulted in two million British Casualties.
In The Last Lion we meet American Rifleman Henry Gunter. What was his unique contribution to The Great War?
An enjoyable evening is promised proving comedy can be the very best way to be respectful.
Tickets available online at ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk or at the box office. -
7th November 2025(1 event)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe -
8th November 2025(6 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Poetry workshop
09:00 8th November 2025 – 9th November 2025
atPoetry workshop
09:00 - 17:00 8th November 2025 – 9th November 2025
More InformationTake a weekend at Bishop's Castles Poetry Pharmacy, for a deep dive workshop at for budding writers. Two days of wide-ranging exploration and poetic adventure, from wordcraft sessions on editing and composition, to rich soulwork and thread-gathering, to embodied practice and subtle artistry of true-speaking. Join us if you want to meet other writers and and expand the possibilities of what your words can do.
CANTIONES: DURUFLE REQUIEM AND PETTER VIGIL MASS
15:30 8th November 2025
at St Oswald's Parish Church
OswestryCANTIONES: DURUFLE REQUIEM AND PETTER VIGIL MASS
15:30 - 17:00 8th November 2025
St Oswald's Parish ChurchMore InformationCantiones will be performing a beautiful programme of choral works at St Oswald’s Parish Church in Oswestry at 3:30pm on Saturday 8th November. The choir will perform Durufle’s Requiem, a great favourite of choirs and audiences, paired with William Petter’s Vigil Mass, which shares much of the same atmospheric quality and will be the work's first performance in Shropshire. The choir will be joined by Soprano, Rhian-Carys Jones, Cellist, Ed Wadon and Organist, Paul Carr. The concert will be conducted by the choir's Musical Director, Anthony Coupe Tickets are £15 (U18s free) and available from Siop Cwlwm in Bailey Street, Oswestry, on the door on online at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cantioneschoir.
Knowbury Memorial Hall Bonfire & Fireworks
18:00 8th November 2025
at Knowbury Memorial HallKnowbury Memorial Hall Bonfire & Fireworks
18:00 - 20:30 8th November 2025
More InformationGet ready for an unforgettable night! We're thrilled to announce the annual Knowbury Fireworks Display, taking place this year on Saturday, November 8th!
£8 Adult , £4 Child (Under 3 years FREE)
This event has been a spectacular sell-out in the past and continues to grow in popularity. So, to make sure you don't miss out on the dazzling display.
ON SALE NOW – you won't want to miss grabbing yours! We can't wait to light up the sky with you.
An Evening of plays for Remembrance Bloomin’ Good Productions presents Gerald Sibleyras Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard, with Lions led by Donkeys and The Last Lion by Tim Baker
19:30 8th November 2025
at Wem Town Hall
WemAn Evening of plays for Remembrance Bloomin’ Good Productions presents Gerald Sibleyras Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard, with Lions led by Donkeys and The Last Lion by Tim Baker
19:30 - 20:30 8th November 2025
More InformationAs part of this years Remembrance and Armistice commemoration Bloomin' Good Productions are touring three gentle, thoughtful comedies around Shropshire. On Saturday 8th November they are at Wem Town Hall.
The evening features the Laurence Olivier Award-winning play Heroes by Gerald Sibleyras, translated by Sir Tom Stoppard (famous for Shakespeare In Love). It's a snapshot of three eccentric WW1 veterans plotting a hopeless escape from their French retirement home. Reviewers describe the humour as being akin to The Last of the Summer Wine.
This one-act play will be accompanied by two new pieces written by local writer Tim Baker.
Set in God's Waiting Room, Lions Led By Donkeys, which references the formation of the Poppy movement, puts Field Marshall Douglas Haig in the spotlight. Challenged over his role in the Great War can he defend his tactics which resulted in two million British Casualties.
In The Last Lion we meet American Rifleman Henry Gunter. What was his unique contribution to The Great War?
An enjoyable evening is promised proving comedy can be the very best way to be respectful.
Tickets available online at wemtownhall.co.uk or at the box office
Jali Bakary Konteh & Sarah Deere-Jones
19:30 8th November 2025
at Chelmarsh Parish Hall
BridgnorthJali Bakary Konteh & Sarah Deere-Jones
19:30 - 20:30 8th November 2025
More InformationJali is a London-based Kora master from a legendary lineage of West African Griots who is carrying forward Gambia's rich Kora tradition and adding his own innovations along the way.
Sarah's classical training has lead to her dazzling arrangements of traditional and original music for voice and harp, establishing her as one of the foremost harp performers in the UK.
Their combined musical experience creates a unique cultural fusion of soothing Celtic and English tunes and songs on harp, weaving around the hypnotic rhythms and sparkling African sound of the Kora.
Their first public performance together was at the Sidmouth Folk Festival 2024.
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9th November 2025(2 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Poetry workshop
09:00 8th November 2025 – 9th November 2025
atPoetry workshop
09:00 - 17:00 8th November 2025 – 9th November 2025
More InformationTake a weekend at Bishop's Castles Poetry Pharmacy, for a deep dive workshop at for budding writers. Two days of wide-ranging exploration and poetic adventure, from wordcraft sessions on editing and composition, to rich soulwork and thread-gathering, to embodied practice and subtle artistry of true-speaking. Join us if you want to meet other writers and and expand the possibilities of what your words can do.
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10th November 2025(3 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day 10th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day - 10th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Journeys Through Art at Severn Hospice
19:00 10th November 2025
at Severn Hospice Community Service Centre,
Shrewsbury,Journeys Through Art at Severn Hospice
19:00 - 21:00 10th November 2025
More InformationEnjoy an evening celebrating creativity and expression at Severn Hospice.
This inspiring exhibition features thought-provoking artworks created by patients during art and creative therapy sessions, alongside pieces from local artists.
Enjoy a reception drink with cheese and biscuits while exploring moving works that reflect moments, emotions and stories.
Tickets £7.50 – available from donnaG@severnhospice.org.uk or 01743 236565
Severn Hospice Community Service Centre, Bicton Heath, Shrewsbury, SY3 8HS -
11th November 2025(2 events)
Faces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
atFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
10:00 - 17:00 14th September 2025 – 11th November 2025
More InformationFaces We Love: A Celebration of Portraiture at VAN Gallery
A fascinating new exhibition Faces We Love is on at the Visual Art Network - VAN Gallery in Shrewsbury's Darwin Shopping Centre unto; 11 October 2025.Faces We Love is a new exhibition exploring our timeless fascination with the human face and the features of animals through a diverse mix of artworks, on now until 11 October at the Visual Art Network (VAN) Gallery in the Darwin Shopping Centre.
From the very first cave paintings, some 27,000 years ago, humans have been compelled to represent faces. Babies can recognise familiar faces from as young as two to four months, and throughout history artists have continued to immortalise what it means to be human through portraiture. Faces We Love draws on this rich tradition, offering both realistic and abstract interpretations that capture character, mood, personality and emotion.
Faces We Love brings together the work of 21 artists and makers, each rising to the challenge of representing human and animal features in 2D and 3D forms. The result is a powerful experience that celebrates individuality while reflecting our shared human instinct to connect through recognition.
In addition to the main exhibition, 29 more artists and makers are showcasing ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles across the gallery, highlighting the incredible breadth of creativity in Shropshire and beyond.
Visitors will also discover five specially curated displays, with three artists creating their own unique installations on the Artists’ Boards and two makers shaping the Makers’ Space. These personal curations offer an intimate glimpse into the creative process, allowing visitors to engage with the work in a more direct and personal way.
Run entirely by volunteer members, VAN Gallery not only showcases exciting new work but also plays an active role in promoting and lobbying for the visual arts across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Whether you are drawn to the precision of realism, the mystery of abstraction, or the joy of discovering new makers, Faces We Love offers something for everyone.
Main picture "Broken Beauty" by Julie Goldthorpe
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day 11th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day - 11th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
12th November 2025(3 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 12th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00 12th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly get creative sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Wild
19:30 12th November 2025
at The Talbot Theatre
WhitchurchWild
19:30 - 20:30 12th November 2025
The Talbot TheatreWhitchurch, SY13 2BYMore InformationWild - What does it conjure up for you?
Is it a moment standing at the edge of a raging sea or being lifted up and spat out of a whirling tornado; running for your life through the streets or coming face to face with a wolf; the animal within that can’t always be tamed or the wilderness at the edge of your home?
‘Wild’ is a new theatre production exploring what ‘Wild’ means to us - in the natural world, in our towns and cities, and within ourselves. Weaving together stories from over 70 people, it takes you on a journey of emotions from exhilarating fear to childlike joy. Visit remote hills, mountains, dark forests and towns, and find out just how ‘Wild’ these places can be.
Featuring original songs, immersive soundscapes and storytelling, 'Wild' is a vibrant, moving, captivating show that will leave you wondering... what is your 'Wild'?
Have a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 12th November 2025
at Prestfelde School
ShresburyHave a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 - 21:15 12th November 2025
Prestfelde SchoolMore InformationWe are excited to invite you to come along and have a go at morris dancing
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13th November 2025(1 event)
Speed Dating - 38-45 years
19:30 13th November 2025
at The Shropshire Golf Centre
TelfordSpeed Dating - 38-45 years
19:30 - 22:30 13th November 2025
More InformationWe all need love and connection, and meeting in real life is making a massive comeback! If you’re tired of endless swiping, ghosting, and online small talk that never goes anywhere, this event is your chance to meet real single people face-to-face in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Who’s it for?
This event is for single people aged 38-45 (we allow 2-3 years either side, so 35-48 is fine). The only rule is that you must be single and open to meeting new people – whether that’s for friendship, dating, or something more.What to expect:
✨ To chat with the other people of the same gender when you arrive - this is how the evening starts! It's a great way to settle any nerves (as everyone starts out nervously so that makes you normal).✨ A series of fun, relaxed mini-dates where you’ll chat one-to-one with other singles for just a few minutes each. (Enough time to see if there’s a spark, without any pressure.)
✨ A break between rounds so you can grab a drink, chat with others, and take the evening at your own pace.
✨ At the end, you can privately mark down who you’d like to see again – no awkward rejections, no pressure. If it’s a match, I’ll connect you afterwards!Why people love it:
It’s so much easier than online dating. You get a real sense of chemistry in just a few minutes.
Everyone’s in the same boat – a little nervous at first, but the atmosphere quickly becomes fun and friendly.
Even if you don’t meet “the one,” you’ll have had a great evening out, with the chance to make new friends and expand your social circle.
Venue:
I am hosting this event at Shropshire Golf Centre, Muxton. The bar and restaurant are open beforehand, so you’re welcome to arrive early for a drink or food before the event starts (payable directly to the venue).Important:
Tickets are limited to keep the event balanced and personal – grab yours quickly before they sell out.
Please arrive on time so you don’t miss the introduction.
Bring your best self, an open mind, and don't put too much pressure on yourself. - 14th November 2025
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15th November 2025(2 events)
Frost Fair
10:00 15th November 2025
atFrost Fair
10:00 - 16:00 15th November 2025
More InformationJoin us and our local stall holders for this wonderful festive craft fair.
With a wide selection of handmade crafts and Christmas gifts from talented Shropshire crafts people, you’re sure to find that special gift for your family and friends.
Mulled wine and mince pies will be available to get you in the festive mood.
Entry is free.
Newport Music Club 50th Anniversary Season present Lumas Wind Trio in concert
19:00 15th November 2025
at Cosy Hall
TelfordNewport Music Club 50th Anniversary Season present Lumas Wind Trio in concert
19:00 - 21:30 15th November 2025
Cosy HallMore InformationNewport Music Club draws the 50th anniversary season to a close with an exciting trio of talented young musicians to Cosy Hall. We are thrilled to introduce Rennie Sutherland, clarinet; Florence Plane, bassoon and David Palmer, piano.
Lumas Wind Trio are members of Lumas Winds, an ensemble based in London committed to promoting the rich variety of wind chamber music repertoire and have been described as ‘one to watch’ (BBC Radio 3, Record Review). Winners of the prestigious 71st Royal Over-Seas League Mixed Ensemble Prize, the group are currently Munster Recital Scheme Artists and Kirckman Concerts Society Young Artists.
Alongside performing the classics of the repertoire, Lumas explore works that deserve recognition. This is highlighted in the six hidden gems on their debut album, The Naming of Birds, released in May 2024, it features works from every decade from 1960 to 2010 and includes three world premiere recordings. They will be playing works by Mozart, Glinka and Hurlestone.
The ensemble has performed in venues throughout the UK including Wigmore and Conway Hall, Snape Maltings, St George’s Bristol, and recently toured Scotland with the generous support of the Tunnell Music Trust.
Tickets are £15 adult/£5 child & student (cash) at the door on the day. -
16th November 2025(3 events)
Quatt Christmas craft and present fayre
10:00 16th November 2025
at Quatt Village Hall
BridgnorthQuatt Christmas craft and present fayre
10:00 - 16:00 16th November 2025
Quatt Village HallMore InformationChristmas isn't Christmas without a trip to a Craft fayre ..So come to Quatt and browse some special treats, artisan gift , woodwork, jewellery, handmade gifts, decorations and lots of delicious cakes.
free entry. 10-4
Lingen Davies Fundraiser - Sunday Lunch at Eaton Manor
12:30 16th November 2025
at Eaton Manor Country Estate
Church StrettonLingen Davies Fundraiser - Sunday Lunch at Eaton Manor
12:30 - 15:30 16th November 2025
More InformationOn Sunday, 16th November, Lingen Davies Cancer Support is returning to the picturesque Eaton Manor for their autumn fundraiser and would love to see you there.
They are hosting a Sunday Lunch in the Events Venue at Eaton Manor, with renowned local caterer Oak Apple Catering, dishing up a delicious two-course lunch, complete with a welcome drink. Teas and coffees will be served to finish.
Oswestry Folk Music - Virginia Kettles Rolling Folk
19:30 16th November 2025
atOswestry Folk Music - Virginia Kettles Rolling Folk
19:30 - 22:30 16th November 2025
More InformationSunday Night Folk at Oswestry Cricket Club.
Virginia Kettles Rolling Folk
Virginia Kettle is the very heart of the multi award-winning folk-rock band Merry Hell. Her songs, spirit and energies have helped drive the band ever upwards, giving a significant outlet to her creativity, providing anthems such as Bury Me Naked, which had 20,000 fans swaying in a Cropredy field, as well as irresistible dancing tunes, and slices of wry humour as seen in ‘VIOLET’, her solo tour-de-force during the band set, where she often forgoes the need for amplification and wanders freely among the audience. Her solo album ‘No Place Like Tomorrow ‘was acritical and popular success, hitting the heights of No.1 in the Amazon Folk Charts within days of its release.Rolling Folk
As a prolific writer of songs, Rolling Folk gives Virginia the chance to share a variety of songs not included in Merry Hell’s sets. It is not a replacement for the band, but an additional outlet for her creativity and energy. Offering the same level of songwriting excellence as Merry Hell, but a different, more intimate feel, plus additional musical explorations, Rolling Folk surrounds Virginia with a fabulous and interesting selection of players, particularly multi, multi-instrumentalist Chris Lee, (Full House, Time Bandits, Family Mahone, Galleon Blast, Rad Co., etc, etc etc) and percussionist, whistle player and flautist, Mark Wooley (Ade Edmondson's Bad Shepherds, Full House, session master and more) and more recently ace fiddle player Clare ‘Fluff’ Smith, again a (young) veteran of numerous projects, including a stint with The Incredible String Band. Add in Virginia’s bandmate and husband John, all giving breadth and depth to her musical and lyrical visions. She has been described by Folk Northwest magazine as ‘The best thing to happen in British Folk for years’ and who are we to argue?An evening not to be missed!
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17th November 2025(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day 17th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day - 17th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden "The Wassail" Christmas 2025 Tour at Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury.
19:30 17th November 2025
at Theatre Severn
ShrewsburyEliza Carthy & Jon Boden "The Wassail" Christmas 2025 Tour at Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury.
19:30 - 22:30 17th November 2025
More InformationBefore there was carolling, there was wassailing, where seasonal songs were exchanged for money, food and ale. In the countryside trees were blessed, while in the towns wassaillers went house to house with their songs and calls for Christmas treats. Coming from the Anglo Saxon waes hael, ‘wassail’ is a toast wishing good health with a ‘be well’.
In November/December 2025 Eliza Carthy and Jon Boden combine their considerable talents and reputations within the UK folk scene, touring as a duo once again, for a nationwide wassail across key venues. Presenting seasonal, traditional material on a stage decorated for the occasion, they will take audiences back to some of the oldest songs in the English canon, telling Christmas tales, spreading good cheer and lighting up the darkest days of the year, ahead of Christmas Day itself. -
18th November 2025(1 event)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day 18th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day - 18th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
19th November 2025(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 19th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00 19th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly get creative sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Have a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 19th November 2025
at Prestfelde School
ShresburyHave a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 - 21:15 19th November 2025
Prestfelde SchoolMore InformationWe are excited to invite you to come along and have a go at morris dancing
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20th November 2025(2 events)
Christmas / Winter Botanical Pen & Watercolour Workshop (3 hours) with artist Kate Dawes at the Dorothy Clive Garden
10:00 20th November 2025
at The Dorothy Clive Garden
Market DraytonChristmas / Winter Botanical Pen & Watercolour Workshop (3 hours) with artist Kate Dawes at the Dorothy Clive Garden
10:00 - 13:00 20th November 2025
More InformationChristmas Botanical Pen and Watercolour Workshop (3 hours) 10 am - 1 pm with artist Kate Dawes at the Dorothy Clive Garden.
This relaxed three-hour winter-themed pen and watercolour workshop is suitable for all abilities.
Kate will be showing different pen drawing techniques and how to overlay with 'dry' watercolour to enhance your artwork.
You will create an A4 botanical artwork using seasonal foliage - berries, holly, ivy and foliage (as well as flowers) as inspiration. This could be used for your own Christmas / Seasons Greetings card design.
The session will start with Kate showing you different pen drawing styles. She will help guide you to find a pen technique that suits you.
Once you have done some pen drawing, Kate will help you find the best watercolour technique to complement your pen work.
Kate will offer individual support and guidance throughout to help everyone develop their personal style, understand composition, colour mixing, and achieve a more confident approach to art.
Suitable for all abilities from beginners to the more experienced artist. All materials supplied. Maximum of 12 people on the workshop.
Tea, coffee, biscuits and mince pies included.
Speed Dating - 50-62 years
19:30 20th November 2025
at Haughton Hall Hotel
ShifnalSpeed Dating - 50-62 years
19:30 - 20th November 2025
More InformationWe all need love and connection, and meeting in real life is making a massive comeback! If you’re tired of endless swiping, ghosting, and online small talk that never goes anywhere, this event is your chance to meet real single people face-to-face in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Who’s it for?
This event is for single people aged 50-62 (we allow 2-3 years either side, so 47-65 is fine). The only rule is that you must be single and open to meeting new people – whether that’s for friendship, dating, or something more.What to expect:
✨ To chat with the other people of the same gender when you arrive - this is how the evening starts! It's a great way to settle any nerves (as everyone starts out nervously so that makes you normal).✨ A series of fun, relaxed mini-dates where you’ll chat one-to-one with other singles for just a few minutes each. (Enough time to see if there’s a spark, without any pressure.)
✨ A break between rounds so you can grab a drink, chat with others, and take the evening at your own pace.
✨ At the end, you can privately mark down who you’d like to see again – no awkward rejections, no pressure. If it’s a match, I’ll connect you afterwards!Why people love it:
It’s so much easier than online dating. You get a real sense of chemistry in just a few minutes.
Everyone’s in the same boat – a little nervous at first, but the atmosphere quickly becomes fun and friendly.
Even if you don’t meet “the one,” you’ll have had a great evening out, with the chance to make new friends and expand your social circle.
Venue:
I am hosting this event at Haughton Hall Hotel in Shifnal. The bar is open beforehand, so you’re welcome to arrive early for a drink before the event starts (payable directly to the venue).Important:
Tickets are limited to keep the event balanced and personal – grab yours quickly before they sell out.
Please arrive on time so you don’t miss the introduction.
Bring your best self, an open mind, and don't put too much pressure on yourself. -
21st November 2025(1 event)
Flicks in the Sticks, Ryton near Dorrington - Architecton
19:30 21st November 2025
at Ryton Village HallFlicks in the Sticks, Ryton near Dorrington - Architecton
19:30 - 20:00 21st November 2025
More InformationArchitecton is a 2024 documentary film written and directed by Viktor Kossakovsky about the ways that architecture expresses the values of society. It is described as an epic intimate and poetic meditation .
Nominated for a Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival Architecton verbalizes something we are all thinking in the modern age of war and climate change: what will we leave behind, and what will it say about us to future generations?
If you'd like to know more - here's a link to a review in the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/jan/06/architecton-review-immersive-and-imposing-meditation-on-concrete-and-stone
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22nd November 2025(1 event)
Severn Hospice Christmas Fayre - Apley Castle
10:00 22nd November 2025 – 23rd November 2025
at Severn Hospice
TelfordSevern Hospice Christmas Fayre - Apley Castle
10:00 - 16:00 22nd November 2025 – 23rd November 2025
Severn HospiceMore InformationJoin Severn Hospice for an annual Christmas Fayre and have a weekend full of festive fun! Browse seasonal stalls from local traders offering food, crafts, and unique gifts – all perfect for a bit of Christmas shopping.
Enjoy live music, festive refreshments, and visit Father Christmas, who’ll be in his grotto from 10 AM to 3 PM each day (£4 per child, includes a gift).
The fayre is open both days from 10AM - 4PM. Everyone’s welcome – the event is free. -
23rd November 2025(3 events)
Severn Hospice Christmas Fayre - Apley Castle
10:00 22nd November 2025 – 23rd November 2025
at Severn Hospice
TelfordSevern Hospice Christmas Fayre - Apley Castle
10:00 - 16:00 22nd November 2025 – 23rd November 2025
Severn HospiceMore InformationJoin Severn Hospice for an annual Christmas Fayre and have a weekend full of festive fun! Browse seasonal stalls from local traders offering food, crafts, and unique gifts – all perfect for a bit of Christmas shopping.
Enjoy live music, festive refreshments, and visit Father Christmas, who’ll be in his grotto from 10 AM to 3 PM each day (£4 per child, includes a gift).
The fayre is open both days from 10AM - 4PM. Everyone’s welcome – the event is free.
Knowbury Memorial Hall Christmas Fair
11:00 23rd November 2025
at Knowbury Memorial HallKnowbury Memorial Hall Christmas Fair
11:00 - 14:00 23rd November 2025
More InformationA Day of All Things Christmas!
It's never too early to get into the festive spirit! Join us for a magical day filled with holiday cheer.Activities Include:
Santa's Grotto
Fun Games
Festive Food & Drink
Lots of Lovely Craft StallsHelp Santa's Elves Plan How Many Gifts to Bring:
Book your visit with Santa for just £3 per child!
Don't miss out on the holiday fun—reserve your spot today!
Winter Light
19:00 23rd November 2025
at Shrewsbury Abbey
ShrewsburyWinter Light
19:00 - 21:00 23rd November 2025
Shrewsbury AbbeyMore InformationWinter Light at Shrewsbury Abbey
Nadia catapulted to fame when she appeared on ITV as the only classical singer on The Voice UK 2021. Her four- and-a-half octave range blew the coaches away securing her spot as a finalist of Team will.i.am. Critically acclaimed on stage as an opera and musical theatre star, she is now breaking the mould of the classical crossover genre, receiving standing ovations for her concert shows. This November and December she is touring her hugely successful Christmas concert tour Winter Light, which is taking place in beautiful churches and cathedrals around the UK this Christmas.
Chart topping soprano and star of The Voice UK, Nadia Eide, presents a spectacular Christmas concert for all ages. Singing festive favourites and classic songs, this show is sure to bring the Christmas joy! Features a special guest choir. All ages welcome.
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24th November 2025(1 event)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day 24th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Monday
All Day - 24th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
25th November 2025(1 event)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day 25th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days -Tuesday
All Day - 25th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly personal creative development sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
Creative sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects, see our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ for the latest list.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DIRECTIONS AND AVAILABILITY!
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171 -
26th November 2025(2 events)
Artshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 26th November 2025
at The Artshack
ShrewsburyArtshack Personal Creative Development Days - Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00 26th November 2025
More InformationHave you ever wanted to become more creative?
ArtShack offers small friendly get creative sessions every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, giving you the opportunity to learn and develop new skills with help and support from professional and well experienced artists. People of all ages and abilities from the complete novice to the more experienced are welcome.
Morning and afternoon sessions are available on each day.
We offer – textiles, felting, lino cuts, ceramics, silk painting, painting, drawing, sculpture, print making, embroidery and so much more!
All sessions must be pre-booked.
We also offer a series of 1 day & half-day focused workshops on a variety of subjects.
See our website https://www.myartshack.co.uk/ to book online.
Email – info@myartshack.co.uk
Phone – 07751 362171
Have a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 26th November 2025
at Prestfelde School
ShresburyHave a go at Morris Dancing
20:15 - 21:15 26th November 2025
Prestfelde SchoolMore InformationWe are excited to invite you to come along and have a go at morris dancing
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27th November 2025(2 events)
Speed Dating - 23-29 years
19:30 27th November 2025
at Haughton Hall Hotel
ShifnalSpeed Dating - 23-29 years
19:30 - 22:30 27th November 2025
More InformationWe all need love and connection, and meeting in real life is making a massive comeback! If you’re tired of endless swiping, ghosting, and online small talk that never goes anywhere, this event is your chance to meet real single people face-to-face in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Who’s it for?
This event is for single people aged 23-29 (we allow 2-3 years either side, so 20-32 is fine). The only rule is that you must be single and open to meeting new people – whether that’s for friendship, dating, or something more.What to expect:
✨ To chat with the other people of the same gender when you arrive - this is how the evening starts! It's a great way to settle any nerves (as everyone starts out nervously so that makes you normal).✨ A series of fun, relaxed mini-dates where you’ll chat one-to-one with other singles for just a few minutes each. (Enough time to see if there’s a spark, without any pressure.)
✨ A break between rounds so you can grab a drink, chat with others, and take the evening at your own pace.
✨ At the end, you can privately mark down who you’d like to see again – no awkward rejections, no pressure. If it’s a match, I’ll connect you afterwards!Why people love it:
It’s so much easier than online dating. You get a real sense of chemistry in just a few minutes.
Everyone’s in the same boat – a little nervous at first, but the atmosphere quickly becomes fun and friendly.
Even if you don’t meet “the one,” you’ll have had a great evening out, with the chance to make new friends and expand your social circle.
Venue:
I am hosting this event at Haughton Hall Hotel in Shifnal. The bar is open beforehand, so you’re welcome to arrive early for a drink before the event starts (payable directly to the venue).Important:
Tickets are limited to keep the event balanced and personal – grab yours quickly before they sell out.
Please arrive on time so you don’t miss the introduction.
Bring your best self, an open mind, and don't put too much pressure on yourself.
Those Folk - Shire Folk Tour - Leominster
19:30 27th November 2025
at The Rankin Club
LeominsterThose Folk - Shire Folk Tour - Leominster
19:30 - 22:00 27th November 2025
The Rankin ClubMore InformationCharismatic, authentic and thoroughly entertaining, Lawrence Menard (USA) and Clare Quinn (AUS) are the transpacific-troubadours known as ‘Those Folk.’ Having met in Scotland in 2012, they have since travelled extensively and lived in the pine forest mountains of California. They now hang their travelling hats in Pomona, Queensland.
A partnership forged in the fires of folk music, Those Folk explore sounds from the 1960’s folk revival and contemporary Americana music. Breathtaking vocal harmonies are featured alongside rich instrumental work performed on guitars, accordion, mandolin and banjo. Lawrence & Clare are storytellers who make audience members feel like fast friends. As songwriters they delve into love, hope, belonging, and the human condition. As performers they enthral, enchant, and leave a lasting impression.
Lawrence & Clare have been compared to the likes of Simon & Garfunkel and Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings. Those Folk make not just folk music, but music for all sorts of folk. -
28th November 2025(2 events)
Christmas Party Night
19:00 28th November 2025
at Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa
ShrewsburyChristmas Party Night
19:00 - 23:55 28th November 2025
Albrighton Hall Hotel & SpaMore InformationJoin us for an unforgettable evening of seasonal celebration, where great food, sparkling atmosphere and lively entertainment come together in perfect harmony. Begin the night with a warm welcome at 7pm, followed by a delicious 3 course meal served at 7:30pm, thoughtfully prepared by our chefs using the finest seasonal ingredients.
After Dinner, the party begins! Hit the dancefloor with your friends and colleagues, and enjoy an evening of music with our resident DJ.
Those Folk - Shire Folk Tour - Bewdley
19:30 28th November 2025
atThose Folk - Shire Folk Tour - Bewdley
19:30 - 22:00 28th November 2025
More InformationCharismatic, authentic and thoroughly entertaining, Lawrence Menard (USA) and Clare Quinn (AUS) are the transpacific-troubadours known as ‘Those Folk.’ Having met in Scotland in 2012, they have since travelled extensively and lived in the pine forest mountains of California. They now hang their travelling hats in Pomona, Queensland.
A partnership forged in the fires of folk music, Those Folk explore sounds from the 1960’s folk revival and contemporary Americana music. Breathtaking vocal harmonies are featured alongside rich instrumental work performed on guitars, accordion, mandolin and banjo. Lawrence & Clare are storytellers who make audience members feel like fast friends. As songwriters they delve into love, hope, belonging, and the human condition. As performers they enthral, enchant, and leave a lasting impression.
Lawrence & Clare have been compared to the likes of Simon & Garfunkel and Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings. Those Folk make not just folk music, but music for all sorts of folk. -
29th November 2025(3 events)
Shrewsbury Christmas Jumper Run
11:00 29th November 2025
atShrewsbury Christmas Jumper Run
11:00 - 13:00 29th November 2025
More InformationThe Christmas Jumper Run returns to Shrewsbury Quarry in 2025 raising money for the incredible Severn Hospice. This race is open to everyone from elites to walkers and any age, dogs and prams are welcome. All finishers receive a medal and a mince pie with all profits going to the Severn Hospice.
Christmas Party Night
19:00 29th November 2025
atChristmas Party Night
19:00 - 23:55 29th November 2025
More InformationJoin us for an unforgettable evening of seasonal celebration, where great food, sparkling atmosphere and lively entertainment come together in perfect harmony. Begin the night with a warm welcome at 7pm, followed by a delicious 3 course meal served at 7:30pm, thoughtfully prepared by our chefs using the finest seasonal ingredients.
After Dinner, the party begins! Hit the dancefloor with your friends and colleagues, and enjoy an evening of music with our resident DJ.
Those Folk - Shire Folk Tour - Bridgnorth
19:30 29th November 2025
at Violets Tea Room
BridgnorthThose Folk - Shire Folk Tour - Bridgnorth
19:30 - 22:00 29th November 2025
More InformationCharismatic, authentic and thoroughly entertaining, Lawrence Menard (USA) and Clare Quinn (AUS) are the transpacific-troubadours known as ‘Those Folk.’ Having met in Scotland in 2012, they have since travelled extensively and lived in the pine forest mountains of California. They now hang their travelling hats in Pomona, Queensland.
A partnership forged in the fires of folk music, Those Folk explore sounds from the 1960’s folk revival and contemporary Americana music. Breathtaking vocal harmonies are featured alongside rich instrumental work performed on guitars, accordion, mandolin and banjo. Lawrence & Clare are storytellers who make audience members feel like fast friends. As songwriters they delve into love, hope, belonging, and the human condition. As performers they enthral, enchant, and leave a lasting impression.
Lawrence & Clare have been compared to the likes of Simon & Garfunkel and Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings. Those Folk make not just folk music, but music for all sorts of folk.
Shire Folk is bringing some of the UK's finest emerging talent of the folk scene to the Marches region. Each month, Shire Folk is touring an artist for 3 days to exciting venues in Leominster, Bewdley and Bridgnorth. Each mini-tour is supporting an artist you may have never had the opportunity to see before, but will be someone you will definitely want to see again! -
30th November 2025(1 event)
Onny Meadows Wreath Making
11:00 30th November 2025
atOnny Meadows Wreath Making
11:00 - 16:00 30th November 2025
More InformationJoin us for a lovely festive craft session.
Whether on your own, with friends, or with the whole family, you’ll create a beautiful wreath to take home. Using natural materials sourced from Onny Meadows and the surrounding countryside, each wreath will have its own special touch - perfect to display proudly and enjoy throughout the festive season.
You’re welcome to book ahead to secure your spot, or simply drop in and join us on the day.
£10 per wreath, all ages welcome.