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Events in July 2026
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30th June 2026(1 event)
To Make People Happy
19:30 30th June 2026
at The Old Town Hall Vaults
ShropshireTo Make People Happy
19:30 - 20:30 30th June 2026
The Old Town Hall VaultsMore InformationTo Make People Happy is a new show for festivals, theatres and village halls, created by writer and theatre maker John Osborne (Sky 1’s After Hours, John Peel’s Shed). There has never been a better time for an uplifting show. To Make People Happy explores the humour section of second hand book shops, jokes overheard on market stalls and finding the positives in life. With audio clips of moments guaranteed to make an audience happy, this is a poetry show with a difference.
John is a regular on the rural touring circuit, having performed shows regularly in village halls, pubs, churches, community centres and libraries.
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4th July 2026(1 event)
Car Boot Sale
14:00 4th July 2026
atCar Boot Sale
14:00 - 16:00 4th July 2026
More InformationGet tickets
Pre booking only, book online.All boots will be on grass so very much weather dependant – full refund if wet weather forces cancellation. Refreshments available.
2pm – 4.30pm (set up from 1pm.
*please note, entry will not be permitted before 1pm. Anyone arriving before this time will be turned away.
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5th July 2026(2 events)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Hodnet Hall Gardens
10:00 5th July 2026
at Hodnet Hall Gardens
Market DraytonNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Hodnet Hall Gardens
10:00 - 17:00 5th July 2026
Hodnet Hall GardensMore InformationGarden open for charity.
The 60+ acres of Hodnet Hall Gardens are amongst the finest in the country. There has been a park and gardens at Hodnet for many hundreds of years. Magnificent forest trees, ornamental shrubs and flowers planted to give interest and colour from early spring to late autumn. Woodland walks alongside pools and lakes, home to abundant wildlife. Productive walled kitchen garden and historic dovecot.
Admission - Adults £10. Children £1. Light refreshments in the garden restaurant.
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Sambrook Manor
12:00 5th July 2026
at Sambrook Manor
NewportNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Sambrook Manor
12:00 - 17:00 5th July 2026
Sambrook ManorMore InformationGarden open for charity.
Deep, colourful, well-planted borders offset by sweeping lawns surrounding an early C18 manor house (not open). Wide ranging herbaceous planting with plenty of roses to enjoy; the arboretum below the garden, with views across the river, has been further extended with new trees. The waterfall and Japanese garden are now linked by a pretty rill. Lovely garden to visit for all the family.
Admission £6. Children free. Home-made teas. Plant sale.
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11th July 2026(1 event)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Grooms Cottage
11:00 11th July 2026 – 12th July 2026
at Grooms Cottage
TelfordNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Grooms Cottage
11:00 - 16:00 11th July 2026 – 12th July 2026
Grooms CottageMore InformationGarden open for charity.
Be prepared to be surprised at what lies behind the garden gate. A cottage garden, around ½ an acre in size comprising mixed herbaceous borders and an abundance of English roses. Highlights inc home-made water features, raised beds and pergolas, oriental garden, hosta gardens and a productive fruit and vegetable garden and greenhouse. Travel inspired garden set out as different garden rooms.
BBC Gardeners World Winners 2024 - People's Choice Award.
Admission £6. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Plant sale.
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12th July 2026(1 event)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Grooms Cottage
11:00 11th July 2026 – 12th July 2026
at Grooms Cottage
TelfordNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Grooms Cottage
11:00 - 16:00 11th July 2026 – 12th July 2026
Grooms CottageMore InformationGarden open for charity.
Be prepared to be surprised at what lies behind the garden gate. A cottage garden, around ½ an acre in size comprising mixed herbaceous borders and an abundance of English roses. Highlights inc home-made water features, raised beds and pergolas, oriental garden, hosta gardens and a productive fruit and vegetable garden and greenhouse. Travel inspired garden set out as different garden rooms.
BBC Gardeners World Winners 2024 - People's Choice Award.
Admission £6. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Plant sale.
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15th July 2026(2 events)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Hundred House Hotel
11:00 15th July 2026
at Hundred House Hotel
TelfordNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Hundred House Hotel
11:00 - 16:00 15th July 2026
Hundred House HotelMore InformationGarden open for charity
An acre of gardens crafted over 35+ years, complete with sculptures, stonework and working herb and kitchen garden. From March onwards, you will find over 5000 bulb flowers inc tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, alliums, blossoming trees and dancing pond flowers. Summer brings a variety of flowers, inc David Austin roses, giant agapanthus, dahlias, clary, foxgloves, fuchsias and arum lilies.
Admission £5. Children free. Coffee & cakes and 3 menus on offer in restaurant
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Goldstone Hall Gardens
12:00 15th July 2026
at Goldstone Hall Gardens
Market DraytonNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Goldstone Hall Gardens
12:00 - 17:00 15th July 2026
Goldstone Hall GardensMore InformationGarden open for charity
Spanning five acres with productive kitchen garden inc unusual vegetables, fruits, spices and herb garden, all underpinning the award-winning hotel restaurant. Visitors enjoy roses in the Walled Garden from May, double-tiered herbaceous borders in July and late-season colour.
Admission £9. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Hotel restaurant open for lunches (pre-bookings only)
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16th July 2026(1 event)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
at Appledore & Offcot
KinnerleyNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 - 17:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
Appledore & OffcotMore InformationGarden open for charity
Offcot is a cottage garden with lots of winding pathways leading to different focal points. The garden is packed with a wide range of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs and underplanted with herbaceous perennials. There is a natural looking pond with a running stream feeding into it. A haven for wildlife. So many different areas to see and enjoy inc the garden bar.
Appledore adjoins neighbouring garden Offcot. It has gone through extensive changes and is managed by Tom Pountney from Offcot. Both gardens are opening together this year so that visitors can see a developing 'edible garden' with six large beds for a wide range of fruit and vegetables, all grown organically. To encourage pollinators, the garden also has a wildlife pond and a small wildflower meadow.Combined admission £7. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Plant sale
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17th July 2026(1 event)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
at Appledore & Offcot
KinnerleyNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 - 17:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
Appledore & OffcotMore InformationGarden open for charity
Offcot is a cottage garden with lots of winding pathways leading to different focal points. The garden is packed with a wide range of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs and underplanted with herbaceous perennials. There is a natural looking pond with a running stream feeding into it. A haven for wildlife. So many different areas to see and enjoy inc the garden bar.
Appledore adjoins neighbouring garden Offcot. It has gone through extensive changes and is managed by Tom Pountney from Offcot. Both gardens are opening together this year so that visitors can see a developing 'edible garden' with six large beds for a wide range of fruit and vegetables, all grown organically. To encourage pollinators, the garden also has a wildlife pond and a small wildflower meadow.Combined admission £7. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Plant sale
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18th July 2026(3 events)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
at Appledore & Offcot
KinnerleyNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 - 17:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
Appledore & OffcotMore InformationGarden open for charity
Offcot is a cottage garden with lots of winding pathways leading to different focal points. The garden is packed with a wide range of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs and underplanted with herbaceous perennials. There is a natural looking pond with a running stream feeding into it. A haven for wildlife. So many different areas to see and enjoy inc the garden bar.
Appledore adjoins neighbouring garden Offcot. It has gone through extensive changes and is managed by Tom Pountney from Offcot. Both gardens are opening together this year so that visitors can see a developing 'edible garden' with six large beds for a wide range of fruit and vegetables, all grown organically. To encourage pollinators, the garden also has a wildlife pond and a small wildflower meadow.Combined admission £7. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Plant sale
Severn Hospice Dragon Boat Festival
10:00 18th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
at Pengwern Boat Club
ShrewsburySevern Hospice Dragon Boat Festival
10:00 - 16:00 18th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
Pengwern Boat ClubShrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 7BDMore InformationGet ready for one of Shrewsbury’s most exciting summer events as dozens of teams take to the River Severn in a spectacular dragon boat racing festival!
Expect fast-paced racing along the river, colourful fancy dress, and a brilliant atmosphere across the Quarry and riverside viewing spots. Whether you’re cheering from the bank or supporting teams at the boat clubs, it’s a fantastic day out for all ages.
Alongside the action on the water, visitors can enjoy food stalls, entertainment, and a real festival feel throughout the day – all while supporting Severn Hospice.
Bring your friends and family, find a spot along the river, and come hear the dragons R-OAR!
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Ruthall Manor
12:30 18th July 2026
at Ruthall Manor
BridgnorthNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Ruthall Manor
12:30 - 17:00 18th July 2026
Ruthall ManorMore InformationGarden Oepn for charity
Offset by a mature collection of specimen trees, the garden is divided into intimate sections, carefully linked by winding paths. The front lawn flanked by striking borders, extends to a gravel, art garden and ha-ha. Clematis and roses scramble through an eclectic collection of wrought-iron work, unique pottery and secluded seating. Designed and planted by present owners since 1960.
Admission £7. Children free. Home made teas
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19th July 2026(3 events)
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
at Appledore & Offcot
KinnerleyNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Appledore & Offcott
10:00 - 17:00 16th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
Appledore & OffcotMore InformationGarden open for charity
Offcot is a cottage garden with lots of winding pathways leading to different focal points. The garden is packed with a wide range of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs and underplanted with herbaceous perennials. There is a natural looking pond with a running stream feeding into it. A haven for wildlife. So many different areas to see and enjoy inc the garden bar.
Appledore adjoins neighbouring garden Offcot. It has gone through extensive changes and is managed by Tom Pountney from Offcot. Both gardens are opening together this year so that visitors can see a developing 'edible garden' with six large beds for a wide range of fruit and vegetables, all grown organically. To encourage pollinators, the garden also has a wildlife pond and a small wildflower meadow.Combined admission £7. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Plant sale
Severn Hospice Dragon Boat Festival
10:00 18th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
at Pengwern Boat Club
ShrewsburySevern Hospice Dragon Boat Festival
10:00 - 16:00 18th July 2026 – 19th July 2026
Pengwern Boat ClubShrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 7BDMore InformationGet ready for one of Shrewsbury’s most exciting summer events as dozens of teams take to the River Severn in a spectacular dragon boat racing festival!
Expect fast-paced racing along the river, colourful fancy dress, and a brilliant atmosphere across the Quarry and riverside viewing spots. Whether you’re cheering from the bank or supporting teams at the boat clubs, it’s a fantastic day out for all ages.
Alongside the action on the water, visitors can enjoy food stalls, entertainment, and a real festival feel throughout the day – all while supporting Severn Hospice.
Bring your friends and family, find a spot along the river, and come hear the dragons R-OAR!
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Buntingsdale Park Gardens
13:00 19th July 2026
at Buntingsdale Park Gardens
Market DraytonNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Buntingsdale Park Gardens
13:00 - 16:00 19th July 2026
Buntingsdale Park GardensMore InformationBuntingsdale Park is a hidden gem comprised of former RAF officers’ houses built during World War II. Three very different gardens will open this year with features inc an orchard, vegetable plots, meadow, ponds and roses, plus rare and interesting plants inc orchids. There is an emphasis on encouraging wildlife through the planting of native species, habitat provision and avoidance of chemicals. Parking, WC, plant sale and refreshments are available at 17 Mortimer Road where there are a dozen different seating areas from which to choose.
Admission 6. Children free. Homemade teas. Plant sale
- 20th July 2026
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21st July 2026(1 event)
Three Little Pigs
04:00 21st July 2026
atThree Little Pigs
04:00 - 07:00 21st July 2026
More InformationSummer Holiday Activity
Hear an alternative story from the wolf's point of view. Make your own house of sticks and see if it will stand up to the huff and puff test. Enjoy a marshmallow toasted over a campfire.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 3-11
2-3.30pm
£5 per child, please book online.
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22nd July 2026(1 event)
Three Little Pigs
04:00 22nd July 2026
atThree Little Pigs
04:00 - 07:00 22nd July 2026
More InformationSummer Holiday Activity
Hear an alternative story from the wolf's point of view. Make your own house of sticks and see if it will stand up to the huff and puff test. Enjoy a marshmallow toasted over a campfire.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 3-11
2-3.30pm
£5 per child, please book online.
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23rd July 2026(1 event)
Three Little Pigs
04:00 23rd July 2026
atThree Little Pigs
04:00 - 07:00 23rd July 2026
More InformationSummer Holiday Activity
Hear an alternative story from the wolf's point of view. Make your own house of sticks and see if it will stand up to the huff and puff test. Enjoy a marshmallow toasted over a campfire.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 3-11
2-3.30pm
£5 per child, please book online.
- 24th July 2026
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25th July 2026(3 events)
Shropshire Rendezvous and Swap Meet
10:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
at Upper Farm
ShrewsburyShropshire Rendezvous and Swap Meet
10:00 - 16:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
More InformationA family friendly weekend of camping, bushcraft, survival skills and primitive living techniques. Lots of workshops, demonstrations and have a go sessions. Trade stands and food trucks on site. Dog friendly. Weekend camping and day visitor options available.
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Upper Farm Garden
11:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
at Upper Farm Garden
ShrewsburyNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Upper Farm Garden
11:00 - 16:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
Upper Farm GardenMore InformationGarden open for charity
Farmhouse Garden with views of the Wrekin and the Stretton Hills. Comprising several garden 'rooms' connected by gravelled walkways interspersed with ample seating opportunities. Unusual features inc a raised scree terrace, a rose pergola and bed with 40 varieties of English shrub roses, a two sided herbaceous walk, an elevated viewing deck, a cactus house and self-sufficient allotment beds.
Admission £6. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes available. Plant sale
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Lower Brookshill
13:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
at Lower Brookshill
Nr LydhamNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Lower Brookshill
13:00 - 17:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
Lower BrookshillMore InformationGarden open for charity.
Ten acres of hillside garden and woods at 950ft within the AONB. Begun in 2010 from a derelict and overgrown site, cultivated areas now rub shoulders with the natural landscape using fine borrowed views over and down a valley. Inc brook side walks, a ‘pocket’ park, four ponds (inc a Monet lily pond), mixed borders and lawns, cottage garden and wildflowers.
Admission £6. Children free. Cream teas. Plant sale
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26th July 2026(4 events)
Shropshire Rendezvous and Swap Meet
10:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
at Upper Farm
ShrewsburyShropshire Rendezvous and Swap Meet
10:00 - 16:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
More InformationA family friendly weekend of camping, bushcraft, survival skills and primitive living techniques. Lots of workshops, demonstrations and have a go sessions. Trade stands and food trucks on site. Dog friendly. Weekend camping and day visitor options available.
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Upper Farm Garden
11:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
at Upper Farm Garden
ShrewsburyNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Upper Farm Garden
11:00 - 16:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
Upper Farm GardenMore InformationGarden open for charity
Farmhouse Garden with views of the Wrekin and the Stretton Hills. Comprising several garden 'rooms' connected by gravelled walkways interspersed with ample seating opportunities. Unusual features inc a raised scree terrace, a rose pergola and bed with 40 varieties of English shrub roses, a two sided herbaceous walk, an elevated viewing deck, a cactus house and self-sufficient allotment beds.
Admission £6. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes available. Plant sale
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Lower Brookshill
13:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
at Lower Brookshill
Nr LydhamNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Lower Brookshill
13:00 - 17:00 25th July 2026 – 26th July 2026
Lower BrookshillMore InformationGarden open for charity.
Ten acres of hillside garden and woods at 950ft within the AONB. Begun in 2010 from a derelict and overgrown site, cultivated areas now rub shoulders with the natural landscape using fine borrowed views over and down a valley. Inc brook side walks, a ‘pocket’ park, four ponds (inc a Monet lily pond), mixed borders and lawns, cottage garden and wildflowers.
Admission £6. Children free. Cream teas. Plant sale
National Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Riverside
13:00 26th July 2026
at Riverside
Market DraytonNational Garden Scheme. Open Garden. Riverside
13:00 - 17:00 26th July 2026
RiversideMore InformationGarden open for charity
The garden is ¾ acre, with different planting areas. We have hydrangeas, hostas, woodland walk, hot garden and herbaceous borders with white garden with loggia. Plus an old and large wisteria and a very old climbing rose.
Admission £5. Children free. Tea, coffee & cakes. Plant sale
- 27th July 2026
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28th July 2026(2 events)
Marvellous Minibeast Hunt
04:00 28th July 2026
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsMarvellous Minibeast Hunt
04:00 - 07:00 28th July 2026
More InformationTake a magnifying glass and an ID sheet and start your search. Look in long grass, under logs and rocks in crevices in tree bark . Shake branches, part leaves on the ground, sweep with a net. Have a sheet with different habitats and draw in what you have found.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 4-11
£5 per child, book online.
2-3.30pm
To Make People Happy
20:00 28th July 2026
at The White horse,
ClunTo Make People Happy
20:00 - 21:00 28th July 2026
The White horse,More InformationTo Make People Happy is a new show for festivals, theatres and village halls, created by writer and theatre maker John Osborne (Sky 1’s After Hours, John Peel’s Shed). There has never been a better time for an uplifting show. To Make People Happy explores the humour section of second hand book shops, jokes overheard on market stalls and finding the positives in life. With audio clips of moments guaranteed to make an audience happy, this is a poetry show with a difference.
John is a regular on the rural touring circuit, having performed shows regularly in village halls, pubs, churches, community centres and libraries.
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29th July 2026(1 event)
Marvellous Minibeast Hunt
04:00 29th July 2026
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsMarvellous Minibeast Hunt
04:00 - 07:00 29th July 2026
More InformationTake a magnifying glass and an ID sheet and start your search. Look in long grass, under logs and rocks in crevices in tree bark . Shake branches, part leaves on the ground, sweep with a net. Have a sheet with different habitats and draw in what you have found.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 4-11
£5 per child, book online.
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30th July 2026(1 event)
Marvellous Minibeast Hunt
04:00 30th July 2026
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsMarvellous Minibeast Hunt
04:00 - 07:00 30th July 2026
More InformationTake a magnifying glass and an ID sheet and start your search. Look in long grass, under logs and rocks in crevices in tree bark . Shake branches, part leaves on the ground, sweep with a net. Have a sheet with different habitats and draw in what you have found.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 4-11
£5 per child, book online.
2-3.30pm - 31st July 2026
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1st August 2026(2 events)
Summer Artisan Fair
10:00 1st August 2026 – 2nd August 2026
at Ludlow Assembly Rooms
LudlowSummer Artisan Fair
10:00 - 17:00 1st August 2026 – 2nd August 2026
More InformationShop from talented local creatives, who handcraft, produce and sell a unqiue selection of products perfect for a summer shopping experience, to coincide with Ludlow Assembly Rooms Summer Open Day. "We're throwing open our doors for a day full of FREE short films in our cinema, live music, and creative workshops - an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to step inside and see what we are all about." - Ludlow Assembly Rooms
Free Entry.
Car Boot Sale
14:00 1st August 2026
atCar Boot Sale
14:00 - 16:00 1st August 2026
More InformationGet tickets
Pre booking only, book online.All boots will be on grass so very much weather dependant – full refund if wet weather forces cancellation. Refreshments available.
2pm – 4.30pm (set up from 1pm.
*please note, entry will not be permitted before 1pm. Anyone arriving before this time will be turned away.
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2nd August 2026(1 event)
Summer Artisan Fair
10:00 1st August 2026 – 2nd August 2026
at Ludlow Assembly Rooms
LudlowSummer Artisan Fair
10:00 - 17:00 1st August 2026 – 2nd August 2026
More InformationShop from talented local creatives, who handcraft, produce and sell a unqiue selection of products perfect for a summer shopping experience, to coincide with Ludlow Assembly Rooms Summer Open Day. "We're throwing open our doors for a day full of FREE short films in our cinema, live music, and creative workshops - an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to step inside and see what we are all about." - Ludlow Assembly Rooms
Free Entry.