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Events in October 2024
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10th October 2024(1 event)
MANBand The Musical
All Day 10th October 2024 – 12th October 2024
at Theatre Seven
ShrewsburyMANBand The Musical
All Day - 10th October 2024 – 12th October 2024
More InformationIt’s never too late to strive for stardom. If you are too old to form a Boy Band, how about a Man Band?
MANBand The Musical comes from the comedy pen of Tim Baker and features 20 brand new songs in 60s and 70s style by Pete and Jo Hanlon. It’s about four retirees who dream of one last stab at The Limelight, singing songs about family, friendship and Morecambe and Wise.
It’s the perfect show for anyone who has ever been in a pub!
Theatre Seven, Shrewsbury Thurs 10 to Sat 12 October
Tickets online via https://www.theatresevern.co.uk/shows/whatson/manband-the-musical/
More information: https://manbandthemusical.co.uk/
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11th October 2024(2 events)
MANBand The Musical
All Day 10th October 2024 – 12th October 2024
at Theatre Seven
ShrewsburyMANBand The Musical
All Day - 10th October 2024 – 12th October 2024
More InformationIt’s never too late to strive for stardom. If you are too old to form a Boy Band, how about a Man Band?
MANBand The Musical comes from the comedy pen of Tim Baker and features 20 brand new songs in 60s and 70s style by Pete and Jo Hanlon. It’s about four retirees who dream of one last stab at The Limelight, singing songs about family, friendship and Morecambe and Wise.
It’s the perfect show for anyone who has ever been in a pub!
Theatre Seven, Shrewsbury Thurs 10 to Sat 12 OctoberTickets online via https://www.theatresevern.co.uk/shows/whatson/manband-the-musical/
More information: https://manbandthemusical.co.uk/
Glyderau Live at Ludlow Brewery *CANCELLED*
20:00 11th October 2024
at Ludlow Breweing Co.
LudlowGlyderau Live at Ludlow Brewery *CANCELLED*
20:00 - 22:00 11th October 2024
More InformationSorry this event has been cancelled
Where Prog Rock meets Jazz under a Celtic Moon. Glyderau will be performing their all-original repertoire of captivating music at the best venue in Ludlow! If you're looking for a great night out with a difference, come to Ludlow Brewery on Friday 11th October. Tickets £12 at the brewery or online.
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12th October 2024(2 events)
MANBand The Musical
All Day 10th October 2024 – 12th October 2024
at Theatre Seven
ShrewsburyMANBand The Musical
All Day - 10th October 2024 – 12th October 2024
More InformationIt’s never too late to strive for stardom. If you are too old to form a Boy Band, how about a Man Band?
MANBand The Musical comes from the comedy pen of Tim Baker and features 20 brand new songs in 60s and 70s style by Pete and Jo Hanlon. It’s about four retirees who dream of one last stab at The Limelight, singing songs about family, friendship and Morecambe and Wise.
It’s the perfect show for anyone who has ever been in a pub!
Theatre Seven, Shrewsbury Thurs 10 to Sat 12 OctoberTickets online via https://www.theatresevern.co.uk/shows/whatson/manband-the-musical/
More information: https://manbandthemusical.co.uk/
THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY
14:30 12th October 2024
at Festival Drayton Centre
Market DraytonTHERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY
14:30 - 16:00 12th October 2024
More InformationThere Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly
The 50th Anniversary Production!
Written by Steven LeeThere Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly.
I don’t know why she swallowed a fly...
But The People’s Theatre Company do!
And now you can too as they bring the world’s best loved nonsense rhyme to life just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pam Adams’ best-selling book!
In this enchanting stage adaptation, aliens from a distant planet have crash-landed on earth and need our help to get home. But there’s a problem. Their rocket runs on stories, not fuel, and only the greatest story in the universe will be enough to save them!
With a captivating combination of live action, animation and puppetry, this magical re-telling of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly is sure to surprise and delight children and nostalgic adults in equal measure.
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13th October 2024(1 event)
Oswestry 10K
09:00 13th October 2024
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OswestryOswestry 10K
09:00 - 10:00 13th October 2024
Smithfield StreetOswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2EGMore InformationThe Oswestry 10k brings together an active community of people taking part in sporting events for reasons ranging from fitness, competition, charity, health, fun or to simply finish. Runners World has chosen it as one of their favourite UK 10K events to run in 2024.
The participants vary from nervous first-timers of all ages through to competitive runners. The Oswestry 10k will take place on Sunday 13th October 2024 and the event starts/finishes in Church St and loops around the town and surrounding countryside. The event HQ & start/finish is a short walk from several car parks in the town centre.
For more information visit Adrenaline Sports website
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16th October 2024(1 event)
Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!: A Celebration of ABBA
19:30 16th October 2024
at Ludlow Assembly Rooms
LudlowGimme! Gimme! Gimme!: A Celebration of ABBA
19:30 - 21:30 16th October 2024
More Information50 years on from their iconic Eurovision win in Brighton, ABBA’s legacy has flourished into a phenomenon that has gone almost intergalactic! From the hits of ABBA Gold, the ever-loved Mamma Mia show and movies and now the mind-blowing ABBA Voyage concert in London, Sweden’s finest export continues to unite multiple generations through their unbeatable back catalogue of music.
Just down the road from where the famous 1974 Eurovision took place is the town of Lewes in East Sussex. In 2021, the Lewes-based band Jukebox 1264 debuted their first concert performing Carole King’s masterpiece Tapestry in full. Three years later, the band are hitting the road to celebrate the music of Benny, Bjorn, Frida and Agnetha in a non-stop rollercoaster of hits and classic album tracks from across ABBA’s discography.
Expect to hear everything from “Waterloo” to “SOS”, “The Winner Takes it All” to “Does Your Mother Know” brought to life by a nine-piece band!
So put on your platform shoes and sparkliest attire and dance, jive, and have the time of your life as we thank ABBA for the music!
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19th October 2024(1 event)
The Classic Blues Show
20:30 19th October 2024
at Ludlow Breweing Co.
LudlowThe Classic Blues Show
20:30 - 22:50 19th October 2024
More InformationRe-live the British Blues Boom of the 1960s. Featuring the music of: BB King, Freddie King, Albert King, Eric Clapton, John Mayall, Peter Green and many more.
This band of experienced musicians has its roots all firmly anchored in the blues. This is blues of not just the Delta, Chicago, and elsewhere in the USA but also the blues of Ealing, Dartford and wherever else formed the British Blues boom of the 60’s and beyond .Driving guitar riffs and assured vocals matched by a swinging horn section, make this a show to remember. Enjoy the music and stories from those lucky enough to be there – and feel the blues come alive. Let the good times roll!.
Spend an evening in the company of this fine 6 piece band to celebrate the British Blues explosion of the 1960s. From BB King to John Mayall, from Jimmy Rogers to Peter Green: The Classic Blues show recreates the authentic sound of British Blues musicians and the artists who inspired them.
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26th October 2024(1 event)
Bonfire and Fireworks
17:00 26th October 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsBonfire and Fireworks
17:00 - 20:00 26th October 2024
More InformationJoin us for our bonfire and firework spectacular.
With a full bar, catering and family entertainment as well as our renowned spectacular fireworks, this is the perfect night out to kick off the October Half Term.
In advance: £6.00 per adult, £4.00 per child, Under 3's free
On the night: £7.00 per adult, £5.00 per child, Under 3's free
Gates open 5pm, bonfire lit 7pm, fireworks 7.30pm
Online bookings available from Wednesday 4th September.
*Please note
Dogs and sparklers are not allowed on site.
Gates will close at 7.15pm ready for the start of the fireworks.
Parking is off site. - 27th October 2024
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28th October 2024(1 event)
Hogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 28th October 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsHogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 - 14:30 28th October 2024
More InformationCalling all young witches and wizards, your classes await….
Join us for a taster session for Hogweeds’ School of Magic. Have your training wand pick you and release the magic as you join divination, herbology and care of magical creatures.
£4.50 per child.
Recommended age 4 - 11 years - children must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential, book online.
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29th October 2024(1 event)
Hogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 29th October 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsHogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 - 14:30 29th October 2024
More InformationCalling all young witches and wizards, your classes await….
Join us for a taster session for Hogweeds’ School of Magic. Have your training wand pick you and release the magic as you join divination, herbology and care of magical creatures.
£4.50 per child.
Recommended age 4 - 11 years - children must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential, book online.
Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November -
30th October 2024(2 events)
Hogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 30th October 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsHogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 - 14:30 30th October 2024
More InformationCalling all young witches and wizards, your classes await….
Join us for a taster session for Hogweeds’ School of Magic. Have your training wand pick you and release the magic as you join divination, herbology and care of magical creatures.
£4.50 per child.
Recommended age 4 - 11 years - children must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential, book online.
Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November
Inside Out 2 - Flicks in the Sticks film
15:00 30th October 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsInside Out 2 - Flicks in the Sticks film
15:00 - 17:00 30th October 2024
More InformationJoy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have been running a successful operation by all accounts. However, when Anxiety shows up, they aren't sure how to feel.
Adult £6
Child £4
Themed crafts and cinema snacks available
Film starts at 3pm
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31st October 2024(3 events)
Hogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 31st October 2024
at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Craven ArmsHogweeds' School of Magic - October half term activity
13:00 - 14:30 31st October 2024
More InformationCalling all young witches and wizards, your classes await….
Join us for a taster session for Hogweeds’ School of Magic. Have your training wand pick you and release the magic as you join divination, herbology and care of magical creatures.
£4.50 per child.
Recommended age 4 - 11 years - children must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential, book online.
Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November
Halloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 31st October 2024
at Stokesay Court
Craven ArmsHalloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 - 18:00 31st October 2024
More InformationThis is a great family afternoon in a relaxed and beautiful setting with historic Stokesay Court, the setting for the film ‘Atonement’.
Hot food will be available from our Shepherd's Hut.
Put on your wellies and warm clothes and come for a good walk around the grounds to clear the cobwebs. Feel free to come in fancy dress if you like - there will be prizes - and seek out the pumpkins on our trail or join in the activities in the Craft Tent.Under 5s go free when accompanied by a paying adult
Dogs are welcome
We will go ahead in all but the worst weather, with shelter provided
The outside of the house and gardens will be lit up at dusk to complete the Halloween feel
Shropshire Drama Company extends tour of self-penned mystery based on a selection of Shropshire’s supernatural folktales
19:00 31st October 2024
at The Edge Arts Centre
Much WenlockShropshire Drama Company extends tour of self-penned mystery based on a selection of Shropshire’s supernatural folktales
19:00 - 21:30 31st October 2024
More InformationFollowing a successful tour earlier this year, Shropshire Drama Company (SDC) will take its self-penned production, inspired by local folklore from around the county, on the road again this coming autumn.
Written by local playwright and SDC member Michele Rowland-Jones and coinciding with Halloween, Supernatural Shropshire is set to visit the following venues:
Saturday 26 October – Oscars at The Assembly Rooms, Ludlow
Thursday 31 October – The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock
Friday 01 November – Montford Parish Hall, near Shrewsbury.Performed by six actors Supernatural Shropshire is set in a small village pub, where a woman’s quiet drink is disturbed by the arrival of a stranger. With the aid of a cast of storytellers the stranger spends the evening recounting several Shropshire folktales, including stories of ghosts, evil witches and even the devil himself but who is this mysterious stranger and why is it so important that she believes in the stories he tells?
Michele Rowland-Jones said: “Shropshire has a wealth of fascinating folktales and I hope that audiences will enjoy hearing them, as much as I have enjoyed researching them and weaving them into my play.”
Performances begin at 7.30pm and tickets are £10. Details of how to purchase tickets can be found on the SDC website: https://shropshiredramacompany.co.uk.
Picture: the cast of Supernatural Shropshire.
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1st November 2024(1 event)
Shropshire Drama Company extends tour of self-penned mystery based on a selection of Shropshire’s supernatural folktales
19:00 1st November 2024
at Montford Parish Hall
ShrewsburyShropshire Drama Company extends tour of self-penned mystery based on a selection of Shropshire’s supernatural folktales
19:00 - 21:30 1st November 2024
Montford Parish HallMore InformationFollowing a successful tour earlier this year, Shropshire Drama Company (SDC) will take its self-penned production, inspired by local folklore from around the county, on the road again this coming autumn.
Written by local playwright and SDC member Michele Rowland-Jones and coinciding with Halloween, Supernatural Shropshire is set to visit the following venues:
Saturday 26 October – Oscars at The Assembly Rooms, Ludlow
Thursday 31 October – The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock
Friday 01 November – Montford Village Hall, near Shrewsbury.Performed by six actors Supernatural Shropshire is set in a small village pub, where a woman’s quiet drink is disturbed by the arrival of a stranger. With the aid of a cast of storytellers the stranger spends the evening recounting several Shropshire folktales, including stories of ghosts, evil witches and even the devil himself but who is this mysterious stranger and why is it so important that she believes in the stories he tells?
Michele Rowland-Jones said: “Shropshire has a wealth of fascinating folktales and I hope that audiences will enjoy hearing them, as much as I have enjoyed researching them and weaving them into my play.”
Performances begin at 7.30pm and tickets are £10. Details of how to purchase tickets can be found on the SDC website: https://shropshiredramacompany.co.uk.
Pictures: the cast of Supernatural Shropshire.
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2nd November 2024(2 events)
Whittington Castle - Eco Warriors
10:30 2nd November 2024
at Whittington Castle
OswestryWhittington Castle - Eco Warriors
10:30 - 12:00 2nd November 2024
More InformationJoin our Eco Warrior Linus for our monthly green fingered children’s club: Activities are different each month and have included bulb planting, litter picks, fat ball making, pond dipping and bug hotel construction. Dress appropriately for the weather and all participants can relax with a complimentary hot chocolate at the end of the session. No booking needed, meet at kitchen@thecastle on the day.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Halloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 2nd November 2024
at Stokesay Court
Craven ArmsHalloween Fun at Stokesay Court
14:00 - 18:00 2nd November 2024
More InformationThis is a great family afternoon in a relaxed and beautiful setting with historic Stokesay Court, the setting for the film ‘Atonement’.
Hot food will be available from our Shepherd's Hut.
Put on your wellies and warm clothes and come for a good walk around the grounds to clear the cobwebs. Feel free to come in fancy dress if you like - there will be prizes - and seek out the pumpkins on our trail or join in the activities in the Craft Tent.Under 5s go free when accompanied by a paying adult
Dogs are welcome
We will go ahead in all but the worst weather, with shelter provided
The outside of the house and gardens will be lit up at dusk to complete the Halloween feel - 3rd November 2024