The Club is always keen to give a platform to young talented musicians, and with the support of ‘Making Music’s’ Philip & Dorothy Green Young Artists... more >

Cosy Hall, Water Lane, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7LD

Sat 11 May 24

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 Ravenscroft... more >

Cherry Tree Arboretum, Woore CW3 9SR

Sat 11 May 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Shropshire

Pond Dipping Day

Fun for all the family. Join us as we explore an underwater world for our Pond Dipping Day. Discover the minibeasts that live in our ponds from..... more >

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS

Sat 11 May 24

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 and rhododendrons... more >

Neen View, Cleobury Mortimer DY14 9AB

Wed 8 May 24

FREE taster session with the Telford Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir... more >

Wellington Methodist Church, Wellington Methodist Church, New Hall Road, Wellington, Telford TF1 1LU

Mon 6 May 24

More Rock Choirs

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 Save the Children... more >

Garden Croft, Daisy Lane, Whittington + Gable Croft, Church Street + Church House, Church Street SY11 4EA

Mon 6 May 24

FREE taster session with the Telford Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir... more >

Wellington Methodist Church, Wellington Methodist Church, New Hall Road, Wellington, Telford TF1 1LU

Mon 6 May 24

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Telford Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir... more >

Wellington Methodist Church, Wellington Methodist Church, New Hall Road, Wellington, Telford TF1 1LU

Mon 6 May 24

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Telford Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir... more >

Wellington Methodist Church, Wellington Methodist Church, New Hall Road, Wellington, Telford TF1 1LU

Mon 6 May 24

More Rock Choirs

Oteley - Open Garden for NGS

Explore 10 acres running down to The Mere with stunning views. Walled kitchen garden, architectural features, many old interesting trees... more >

Oteley, Ellesmere SY12 0PB

Sun 5 May 24

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 the plant fair, gardens and... more >

Weston Park, Weston-under-Lizard, Nr. Shifnal TF11 8LE

Sun 5 May 24

Millichope Park - Open Garden for NGS

Historic landscape gardens covering 14 acres with lakes and cascades dating from C18, formal terraces, woodland walks and wildflowers... more >

Millichope Park, Munslow SY7 9HA

Sun 5 May 24

Top European musician to play in Shropshire

One of Europe’s most exciting young classical musicians is set to perform in Shropshire next month. Award-winning German pianist Elisabeth Brauss..... more >

Maidment Auditorium at Shrewsbury School. SY3 7BA

Sun 5 May 24

Bluebell Walk

Join Centre Manager, Grant, who will lead you from Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre on a walk to one of the best places in Shropshire to see... more >

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS

Sun 5 May 24

Grow How

Dobbies is encouraging gardeners to brighten up their garden with summer bedding plants at its free Grow How session, taking place on Saturday 4 May... more >

Moreton Park, Wrexham LL14 5DG

Sat 4 May 24

Live Music - Hooded Crow

Having entertained us with a live rehearsal, Ciarán & Sophie (ex- The Endings) are back with their acoustic multi-instrumental duo Hooded Crow,... more >

Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA

Sat 4 May 24

Grow How

Dobbies is encouraging gardeners to brighten up their garden with summer bedding plants at its free Grow How session, taking place on Saturday 4 May... more >

Station Road, Donnington, Telford TF2 8JY

Sat 4 May 24

Grow How

Dobbies is encouraging gardeners to brighten up their garden with summer bedding plants at its free Grow How session, taking place on Saturday 4 May... more >

Bayston Hill Nurseries, Shrewsbury SY3 0DA

Sat 4 May 24

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 beers, gins and whiskies and then... more >

Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA

Thu 2 May 24

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 breakfast in our cafe... more >

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS

Thu 2 May 24

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... more >

Hundred House Hotel, Telford TF11 9EE

Wed 1 May 24

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman Award winning folk duo

Kathryn and Sean are one of the most popular and respected acts on the British Folk scene, having been twice recognised as 'Best Duo' at... more >

Birchmeadow Centre Birch Meadow Road Broseley TF12 5LP

Tue 30 Apr 24

Westwood House - Open Garden for NGS

A country garden, well designed and planted around the house, particularly known for its tulips and use of colour... more >

Westwood House, Bridgnorth WV16 5LP

Sun 28 Apr 24

Ruthall Manor - Open Garden for NGS

Offset by a mature collection of specimen trees, the garden is divided into intimate sections, carefully linked by winding paths... more >

Ruthall Manor, Ditton Priors WV16 6TN

Sat 27 Apr 24

The Gin To My Tonic Spirit festival Shrewsbury

Take a ‘spirited’ adventure with the UK’s Best Craft Gin & Spirit Festival – includes Lemonade. We are uniting hundreds of different craft gins and..... more >

St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 1DX

Sat 27 Apr 24

Tony Stockwell - Psychic Medium

The popular star of TV’s 6ixth Sense, Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell demonstrates his belief that those who... more >

Festival Drayton Centre TF9 3AX

Mon 22 Apr 24

Upper Farm Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Farmhouse Garden with views of the Wrekin and the Stretton Hills. Comprising several garden 'rooms' connected by gravelled walkways..... more >

Upper Farm Garden, Telford TF6 5AG

Sat 20 Apr 24

Bird Talk with RSPB’s Geoff Hall

Join us for a talk with Geoff Hall from RSPB for a talk on birds as he looks back at 2023. Geoff will share his experiences from last year from his..... more >

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS

Wed 17 Apr 24

Plant Based Cookery – East Mediterranean Meal

Join course leader, Chrissy, as you learn some new and exciting ways to eat meat alternatives with these plant-based and vegetarian cookery... more >

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS

Mon 15 Apr 24

Edge Villa - Open Garden for NGS

Two acres nestling in South Shropshire hills. Self-sufficient vegetable plot. Chickens in orchard, foxes permitting. Large herbaceous borders... more >

Edge Villa, Shrewsbury SY5 9PY

Sun 14 Apr 24

Guide Dogs Collection at Co-Operative Food, Church Stretton

The Guide Dogs Church Stretton Fundraising Group will be collecting at Mid-Counties Co-Operative Food in Church Stretton between 10am-4pm on Saturday... more >

Midcounties Co-operative Food Lion Meadow High St Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 6BX

Sat 13 Apr 24

Shrewsbury Cantata Choir: GLORIAS Vivaldi and Poulenc

Shrewsbury Cantata Choir present their Spring 2024 concert featuring sublime soloists Gemma King and Samantha Lewis and Paul Carr, a wonderful... more >

United Reformed Church. Coleham Head, Shrewsbury. SY3 7BJ

Sat 13 Apr 24

An evening with Richard Digance

He's coming back for the fourth time! so if you missed him before, we say Dont miss him this time!... more >

Birchmeadow Centre Birchmeadow Road TF12 5LP

Sat 13 Apr 24

Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience

Dobbies is inviting plant enthusiasts and foodies alike to a brand new Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience, giving each attendee a planter worth... more >

Station Road, Donnington, Telford TF2 8JY

Sat 13 Apr 24

Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience

Dobbies is inviting plant enthusiasts and foodies alike to a brand new Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience, giving each attendee a planter worth... more >

Bayston Hill Nurseries, Shrewsbury SY3 0DA

Sat 13 Apr 24

Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience

Dobbies is inviting plant enthusiasts and foodies alike to a brand new Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience, giving each attendee a planter worth... more >

Moreton Park, Wrexham LL14 5DG

Sat 13 Apr 24

Horse Racing on TV

For people who like watching horses jump over fences and bushes, we’re showing racing from Aintree, including the Grand National at 5p.m... more >

Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA

Thu 11 Apr 24

Grow How - Lawn care makeover for Spring

Dobbies is inviting gardening enthusiasts to its free Grow How session, providing expert advice on how to care for your lawn as the weather warms up... more >

Moreton Park, Wrexham LL14 5DG

Sat 6 Apr 24

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 Ravenscroft... more >

Cherry Tree Arboretum, Woore CW3 9SR

Sat 6 Apr 24

Grow How - Lawn care makeover for Spring

Dobbies is inviting gardening enthusiasts to its free Grow How session, providing expert advice on how to care for your lawn as the weather warms up... more >

Station Road, Donnington, Telford TF2 8JY

Sat 6 Apr 24

Grow How - Lawn care makeover for Spring

Dobbies is inviting gardening enthusiasts to its free Grow How session, providing expert advice on how to care for your lawn as the weather warms up... more >

Bayston Hill Nurseries, Shrewsbury SY3 0DA

Sat 6 Apr 24

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... more >

Hundred House Hotel, Telford TF11 9EE

Wed 3 Apr 24

Plant Fair at Whittington Castle, Shropshire on Good Friday 29th March

Spring is in the air and its time to get out in the garden and get planning and planting for the year ahead and where better to get inspiration than... more >

Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington, near Oswestry SY11 4DF

Fri 29 Mar 24

Easter Bunny breakfast

Dobbies is hosting an egg-citing Easter Bunny Breakfast. From March 28 to April 1, families with children aged 3-10 can indulge in a delicious..... more >

Moreton Park, Wrexham LL14 5DG

Thu 28 Mar 24

Live Music - The Endings

One of our most popular bands is back in Oakengates. With guitars, mandolin, drums and violin, expect a great range of traditional, electric folk,..... more >

Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA

Thu 28 Mar 24

Easter Bunny breakfast

Dobbies is hosting an egg-citing Easter Bunny Breakfast. From March 28 to April 1, families with children aged 3-10 can indulge in a delicious..... more >

Station Road, Donnington, Telford TF2 8JY

Thu 28 Mar 24

Easter Bunny breakfast

Dobbies is hosting an egg-citing Easter Bunny Breakfast. From March 28 to April 1, families with children aged 3-10 can indulge in a delicious..... more >

Bayston Hill Nurseries, Shrewsbury SY3 0DA

Thu 28 Mar 24

Trolls Band Together (U) - Flicks in the Sticks

After two films of true friendship and relentless flirting, Poppy and Branch are now officially, finally, a couple!... more >

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS

Wed 27 Mar 24

A Discovery Spring Children's Holiday Club

Explore the Onny Meadows as we learn about and enjoy nature. Create things using natural materials and make dens as well as starting plants on their..... more >

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS

Tue 26 Mar 24

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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!