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Live Music - Open Mic Night

Live Music - Open Mic Night Open Mic Night hosted by Clare Bennett of The Indigo Machine and Paul Atwell of Watermelon Chronicles from 7.45p.m... See more >
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Today, Thu 30 May

Ruthall Manor - Open Garden for NGS

Ruthall Manor - Open Garden for NGS Offset by a mature collection of specimen trees, the garden is divided into intimate sections, carefully linked by... See more >
Ruthall Manor, Ditton Priors WV16 6TN
Sat 27 Apr, Sun 28 Apr, Sat 18 May, Sun 19 May, Sat 8 Jun, Sun 9 Jun

Quiz Night

Oakengates’ original General Knowledge Quiz with cash prizes. It costs £1 per person to enter and the fun starts at..... See more >
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Sun 28 Apr, Sun 26 May

FREE taster session with the Telford Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Telford Rock Choir If you are wanting to find a choir you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Telford Rock Choir... See more >
Idsall School, Coppice Green Lane, Shifnal, Telford TF11 8PD
Mon 29 Apr, Mon 13 May, and more dates until Mon 24 Jun

FREE taster session with the Bridgnorth Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Bridgnorth Rock Choir If you are wanting to join a choir you'll like singing with us in the Bridgnorth Rock Choir. The local..... See more >
Bridgnorth Baptist Church, West Castle Street, Bridgnorth WV16 4AB
Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 25 Jun

Join our choir in Market Drayton for a FREE taster session

Join our choir in Market Drayton for a FREE taster session Are you looking to join a choir? Your friendly local Market Drayton choir is run by choir leader Beverley Mason... See more >
The Beacon Community Centre, Prospect Road, Market Drayton TF9 3BN
Wed 1 May, Wed 15 May, and more dates until Wed 26 Jun

Hundred House Hotel - Open Garden for NGS

An acre of gardens crafted over 35+ years, complete with sculptures, stonework and working herb and kitchen garden... See more >
Hundred House Hotel, Telford TF11 9EE
Wed 1 May

Join our choir in Shrewsbury for a FREE taster session

Join our choir in Shrewsbury for a FREE taster session If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! Your friendly local Shrewsbury choir is run by vocal..... See more >
Holy Trinity Church, Meole Brace, Shrewsbury SY3 9HF
Wed 1 May, Wed 8 May, Wed 15 May, Wed 22 May, Wed 12 Jun

Hundred House Hotel - Open Garden for NGS

Hundred House Hotel - Open Garden for NGS An acre of gardens crafted over 35+ years, complete with sculptures, stonework and working herb and kitchen garden... See more >
Hundred House Hotel, Telford TF11 9EE
Wed 1 May

Join our choir in Shrewsbury for a FREE taster session

Join our choir in Shrewsbury for a FREE taster session Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Shrewsbury Rock Choir is led by..... See more >
Central - Shrewsbury Baptist Church, Claremont Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1QG
Thu 2 May, Thu 9 May, and more dates until Thu 27 Jun

Telford Drinks Festival including 51st Telford Beer Festival

Telford Drinks Festival including 51st Telford Beer Festival Not only do we have our Big Festival Bar out for only the second time since lockdown, we’re bringing in dozens of... See more >
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Thu 2 May to Mon 6 May

Early Bird Song Walk

Like a Dawn Chorus, but not so early… Join John Tucker as you explore the Onny Meadows before heading back for a... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Thu 2 May

Telford Board Games Club

Telford Board Games Club Telford Board Games Club meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, playing old favourites and modern Board Games from... See more >
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Thu 2 May, Thu 16 May

Beer and Banter

Beer and Banter The Royal British Legion’s “Beer & Banter” session for retired ex-Service men & women meets here 2 – 4p.m... See more >
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Thu 2 May

Live Music - Hooded Crow

Having entertained us with a live rehearsal, Ciarán & Sophie (ex- The Endings) are back with their acoustic... See more >
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Sat 4 May

Bluebell Walk

Join Centre Manager, Grant, who will lead you from Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre on a walk to one of the best... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Sun 5 May

Millichope Park - Open Garden for NGS

Millichope Park - Open Garden for NGS Historic landscape gardens covering 14 acres with lakes and cascades dating from C18, formal terraces, woodland walks... See more >
Millichope Park, Munslow SY7 9HA
Sun 5 May

Spring Plant Hunters' Fair at Weston Park on Sunday 5th & Monday 6 May

TICKETS are now available for the Spring Plant Hunters’ Fair at Weston Park offering a special reduced entry price for... See more >
Weston Park, Weston-under-Lizard, Nr. Shifnal TF11 8LE
Sun 5 May and Mon 6 May

Oteley - Open Garden for NGS

Oteley - Open Garden for NGS Explore 10 acres running down to The Mere with stunning views. Walled kitchen garden, architectural features, many old..... See more >
Oteley, Ellesmere SY12 0PB
Sun 5 May

Whittington Open Gardens event for Save the Children (3 gardens)

Whittington Open Gardens event for Save the Children (3 gardens) Three gardens in Whittington, Shropshire, are to open on Bank Holiday Monday, 6 May 2024, in a fundraising event for... See more >
Garden Croft, Daisy Lane, Whittington + Gable Croft, Church Street + Church House, Church Street SY11 4EA
Mon 6 May
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Neen View - Open Garden for NGS

Neen View - Open Garden for NGS A woodland garden with stunning panoramic views of the Clee Hills and Teme Valley. Mature trees inc: azaleas, camellias..... See more >
Neen View, Cleobury Mortimer DY14 9AB
Wed 8 May, Wed 15 May

Newport Music Club introduce the 'Flutes and Frets Duo'

The Club is always keen to give a platform to young talented musicians, and with the support of ‘Making Music’s’ Philip... See more >
Cosy Hall, Water Lane, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7LD
Sat 11 May

Pond Dipping Day

Fun for all the family. Join us as we explore an underwater world for our Pond Dipping Day. Discover the minibeasts..... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Sat 11 May

Cherry Tree Arboretum - Open Garden for NGS

Created in 2006 on 50 acres of unspoilt, lightly-farmed pastureland scattered with mature oaks by John and Liz... See more >
Cherry Tree Arboretum, Woore CW3 9SR
Sat 11 May

The 2024 RBC Brewin Dolphin Shrewsbury Regatta

This year the RBC Brewin Dolphin Shrewsbury Regatta will take place on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 May 2024... See more >
Pengwern Boat Club, Kingsland, Shrewsbury SY3 7BD
Sat 11 May and Sun 12 May

Plant Hunters Fair at Battlefield 1403 Farm Shop on Saturday 11th May

This brilliant Plant Hunters' Fair is completely FREE TO ENTER so you can just pop along and browse the plant... See more >
Battlefield 1403 Farm Shop & Cafe, Upper Battlefield, Shrewsbury SY4 3DB
Sat 11 May

Cherry Tree Arboretum - Open Garden for NGS

Cherry Tree Arboretum - Open Garden for NGS Created in 2006 on 50 acres of unspoilt, lightly-farmed pastureland scattered with mature oaks by John and Liz... See more >
Cherry Tree Arboretum, Woore CW3 9SR
Sat 11 May

The Ferns - Open Garden for NGS

The Ferns - Open Garden for NGS A formal village garden of ¾ acre, approached via a drive lined with crab apple and pear trees. On the right is the..... See more >
The Ferns, Clun SY7 8JZ
Sun 12 May

Longden Manor - Open Garden for NGS

Longden Manor - Open Garden for NGS Large estate garden with lots of character and interest: woodland walks and grass paths; humorous topiary; wide variety... See more >
Longden Manor, Plealey SY5 0XL
Sun 12 May

Henley Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Henley Hall - Open Garden for NGS Henley Hall offers a mixture of formal and informal gardens. The historic elements inc a formal lawn, stone staircase..... See more >
Henley Hall, Ludlow SY8 3HD
Sun 12 May

Wildlife Walk

Join Ian Cheeseborough for a walk around 30 acres of meadow, woodland and ponds lying alongside the River Onny, to... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Mon 13 May

Plant Based Cookery – Spanish Tapas

Join course leader, Chrissy, as you learn some new and exciting ways to eat meat alternatives with these plant-based... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Mon 13 May

Goldstone Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Goldstone Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Five acres with highly productive beautiful kitchen garden. Unusual vegetables and fruits - alpine strawberries,..... See more >
Goldstone Hall Gardens, Market Drayton TF9 2NA
Wed 15 May, Wed 12 Jun, Wed 10 Jul

International Watercolour Masters 2024

International Watercolour Masters 2024 More than 50 of the worlds elite watercolour Masters come to Lilleshall Hall TF10 9AT Shropshire England for a... See more >
IWM2024 Lilleshall Hall Shropshire England TF10 9AT
Wed 15 May to Fri 24 May
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Tower House - Open Garden for NGS

Tower House - Open Garden for NGS A folly built in 1838 with a two acre garden created by the present owner over 50 years. On a perfect site with views..... See more >
Tower House, Craven Arms SY7 9LN
Sat 18 May

Longner Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Longner Hall - Open Garden for NGS A long drive approach through parkland designed by Humphry Repton. Walks lined with golden yew through extensive lawns,..... See more >
Longner Hall, Shrewsbury SY4 4TG
Sun 19 May

Riverside - Open Garden for NGS

Riverside - Open Garden for NGS The garden is ¾ acre, with different planting areas. We have hydrangeas, hostas, woodland walk, hot garden and..... See more >
Riverside, Market Drayton TF9 1JH
Sun 19 May, Sun 30 Jun

The Great British Dog Walk at Weston Park

The Great British Dog Walk for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is back! Sign up to The Great British Dog Walk on Sunday..... See more >
Weston Park, Weston-Under-Lizard, Nr Shifnal TF11 8LE
Sun 19 May

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Shrewsbury

Direct from London’s West End via the legendary Sydney Opera House, Interactive Theatre International are proud to... See more >
The Buttermarket, Howard Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2LF
Sun 19 May

The Homestead - Open Garden for NGS

The Homestead - Open Garden for NGS For 20 years we opened The Old Rectory, Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr, for the National Garden Scheme. We have moved and look..... See more >
The Homestead, Whitchurch SY13 3DY
Sun 19 May

Brownhill House - Open Garden for NGS

Brownhill House - Open Garden for NGS A unique two acre hillside garden with many steps and levels bordering River Perry. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety..... See more >
Brownhill House, Ruyton XI Towns SY4 1LR
Sun 19 May, Tue 21 May, Tue 25 Jun

Damselfly Identification Course

A half day spent looking at the damselflies found around the centre grounds. The day will start with a presentation on..... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Sat 25 May

Burford House Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Burford House Gardens - Open Garden for NGS The garden is being restored by the Garden Angels (volunteers) under the leadership of the newly appointed Head... See more >
Burford House Gardens, Tenbury Wells WR15 8HQ
Sat 25 May and Sun 26 May

Beaufort - Open Garden for NGS

Beaufort - Open Garden for NGS If carnivorous plants are your thing, then come and visit our National Collection of Sarracenia (pitcher plants); also... See more >
Beaufort, Telford TF2 7BP
Sat 25 May

Walcot Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Walcot Hall - Open Garden for NGS Arboretum planted by Lord Clive of Indias son, Edward in1800. Cascades of rhododendrons and azaleas amongst specimen..... See more >
Walcot Hall, Lydbury North SY7 8AZ
Sun 26 May and Mon 27 May

May Half Term Activity - Seeing is Believing

Join us for our family activity every weekday of May Half Term. Create your own basic kaleidoscope to make patterns..... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Mon 27 May to Fri 31 May

Matilda the Musical

Flicks in the sticks film. Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical is an inspirational musical tale of an extraordinary..... See more >
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Wed 29 May

Things to do around Shropshire

Shropshire, an underrated county straddling the border between England and Wales, offers a delightful mix of countryside, historic castles, and bustling towns. Whether you're planning a family-friendly day out or something just for the adults, here are some fantastic activities to explore in Shropshire:

1. See Shrewsbury from the River:
- If you're in the Welsh border town of Shrewsbury, hop aboard the vessel Sabrina for a scenic boat tour on the River Severn. With scheduled day trips, evening cruises, and private hire options, you can enjoy the sights from the outdoor top deck or relax in the comfortable lounge area. The knowledgeable guide onboard provides live commentary on the town's landmarks as you sail past.

2. Sunday Lunch on the Severn Valley Railway:
- Begin your adventure in neighboring Kidderminster (Worcestershire) and board the Severn Valley Railway. As the steam train chugs through the rolling hills of Shropshire's Severn Valley, indulge in a mouth-watering Sunday lunch. Choose between dining in a 1930s Great Western Railways Carriage or the more luxurious first-class carriage styled on the 1940s. Stewards ensure a delightful three-course meal, and you'll have ample time to soak in the views before reaching Bridgnorth. Cream teas are also available on weekday journeys.

3. Shropshire Raft Tours:
- Explore the county by water with Shropshire Raft Tours. Hire kayaks or canoes, or join a rafting tour on the Severn River. Pass attractions like the iconic Iron Bridge as you journey from Ironbridge to Jackfield. Safety provisions are provided, and a qualified skipper guides your rafting experience.

4. Outdoor Leisure Activities:
- Shropshire offers a range of outdoor adventures:
- Mountain boarding
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Quad trekking
- Archery
- Climbing
- Paintballing
- Fishing
- Glide over the Long Mynd in a two-seat glider.
- Try canoeing, rafting, or stand-up paddleboarding on the stunning River Severn².

5. Farm Attractions and Heritage Railways:
- Get up close to animals at Shropshire's fun farm attractions. Feed lambs, walk with hawks, brush alpacas, or ride ponies.
- Explore heritage railway lines, a popular attraction in the county.

Remember to check opening hours and book any tickets in advance. Whether you're cruising the river, enjoying a scenic train ride, or embarking on water adventures, Shropshire promises a memorable day out!