Ironbridge is located in Shropshire England.
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Ironbridge Events |
Whats on guide to Ironbridge & Shropshire
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03.05.2008 - 11.05.2008 |
| Ironbridge Gorge Walking Festival |
 around Ironbridge. Coalbrookdale, The Wrekin
Green Wood Centre, Station Road, Coalbrookdale, TF8 7DR
Tel: 01952 432769
Email:
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| The Ironbridge Gorge ‘Gorgeous Walks’ Festival has expanded its 2008 programme with walks from 40 mins.-6 hrs to include a 12 mile Heritage Trail; Photography for Beginners; walks themed round watercourses, walking for health, circular tours, mining, historic railways. dawn chorus is 5:30am, normally 10:30am-5pm Walks are free but money is needed for pub meals |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/ironbridge-wf.shtml |
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03.05.2008 - 31.05.2008 |
| 50 in The Footprint Exhibition |
Fusion Gallery, Jackfield Tile Museum
Ironbridge Gorge TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884 391
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| Featuring 50 works of art from 14 Shropshire artists, including Beverley Fry, the exhibition is a showcase for the many and varied artistic talents currently flourishing in Shropshire. The free entry exhibition will be open daily from 10am to 5pm. |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/fusion-50.shtml |
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10.05.2008 - 11.05.2008 |
| The New Seaside Special |
 Severn Valley Railway
Bridgnorth to Kidderminster
Tel: 01299 403816
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A brand new event for all the family. The 'seaside' is coming to the Midlands! Why not dress appropriately?
Donkey rides, Punch and Judy, Magif shows, Fortune teller,Display of vintage slot machines. |
| More: www.svr.co.uk |
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11.05.2008 - 11.05.2008 |
| Mind, Body and Spirit Exhibition |
Holiday Inn Teford
St Quentin Gate, Telford TF3 4EH
Tel: 01952 884570
Email: julia@indimensions.co.uk
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| Visit the Mind, Body and Spirit Exhibition and treat yourself, friends and family to a day of relaxation, self-exploration and healing. Experience a range of different therapies and plus lots of beautiful gift. Free parking and talks. 10.30am - 4.30pm Entrance £1.00 adults Free for U18's |
| More: www.inner-dimensions.co.uk |
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16.05.2008 - .. |
| One Night in Vegas |
Oakengates Theatre,
Limes Walk, Oakengates, Telford, TF2 6EP
Tel: 01952 382382
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| Starring the outstanding showmanship of singer/songwriter Martyn Lucas with his Grand Piano. Featuring West End Performers plus beautiful dancing girls, spectacular costumes, live big band swing, powerful musical numbers & breathtaking illusions. 7:30pm £15, Loyalty £13.50 |
| More: www.oakengates.ws |
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17.05.2008 - 17.05.2008 |
| Spring Spectacular Concert |
Enginuity,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Tel: 07952 926550
Email: ironbridgebbf@tiscali.co.uk
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| In aid of the Mayor of Telford & Wrekins Charity Appeal. Featuring Hadley Orpheus Maile Voice Choir, Silkin Caribbean Band, Telford Barbershop Chorus, Silken Lions Samba Band, Newport Town Brass 7.30 pm Tickets £5 each |
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24.05.2008 - 01.06.2008 |
| Ceramic Workshops |
 Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Drop-in workshops offering the chance to experiment with traditional methods of decorating with under-glaze colours. 10am-5pm Adult £5.25, OAP £4.80, Child £3.75; annual passports available |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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24.05.2008 - 01.06.2008 |
| Speed |
 Enginuity,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Exhibition and workshops. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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24.05.2008 - 26.05.2008 |
| Queen Victoria's Birthday Celebrations |
 Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| The residents of Blists Hill Victorian Town will be celebrating the 81st birthday of their much-loved Queen Victoria with great style, pomp and pageantry! Each day will be a fitting tribute to the gracious lady with an extravaganza of colour, music and song. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/blist-hill-vbc.shtml |
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25.05.2008 - 26.05.2008 |
| May Murder Mystery |
 Telford Steam Railway,
Bridge Road, Horsehay, TF4 2NF
Tel: 07765 858348
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| Be a detectve for a day. To solve the murder you will watch small plays and gather clues along the railway line. |
| More: www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk |
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27.05.2008 - 30.05.2008 |
| Tile Decorating Workshop |
 Jackfield Tile Museum,
Jackfield, Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Learn the tile decorating technique known as 'tube lining' or 'slip trailing' and produce a 6 x6x inch tile featuring your own design and choice of colours. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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31.05.2008 - 22.06.2008 |
| Much Wenlock Festival |
 various locations around
Much Wenlock
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Email: ctrevorjones@rya-online.net
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| This popular festival takes place every two years with selection of events including theatre, music and arts. The theatrical production this year will be Richard III performed by the Shropshire Drama Company. |
| More: www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk |
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01.06.2008 - .. |
| RAF Cosford Air Show |
 Cosford
Albrighton, Nr Shifnal
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| The Midlands premier air event! See website for details of this years show. |
| More: www.cosfordairshow.co.uk |
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05.06.2008 - 08.06.2008 |
| Church Stretton Walking Festival |
various locations around the area
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 723600
Email: alangarner@wsol.co.uk
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| The 6th annual festival will as usual provide walkers with as much of a challenge as they want. The walks are of varying lengths and difficulty and are anywhere from 6-12 miles in length. |
| More: www.churchstrettonwalkingfestival.co.uk |
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06.06.2008 - 08.06.2008 |
| 2nd Lancia Giro di Salopia 2008 |
Ironbridge Gorge and across Shropshire
Telford
Tel: 01952 433497
Email: leeproudfoot@yahoo.co.uk
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| The Lancia Motor Club return to Shropshire for a weekend event that involves visits to and displays at attractions and driving events across the county. |
| More: web.mac.com/girodisalopia |
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06.06.2008 - .. |
| Sara Spade |
Green Wood Centre,
Station Road, Coalbrookdale, TF8 7DR
Tel: 01952 432769
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| British songwriting at its best. Sara's singing and lyrics are combined with guitar playing syncopated rhythms full of unexpected energy. 8pm £4 |
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15.06.2008 - .. |
| Daimier Day |
 Sunnycroft Villa,
200 Hollyhead Road, Wellington, TF1 2DR
Tel: 01952 242884
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| For Father's Day. Come and enjoy our display of Daimlers and, of course, Sunnycroft's own Regency Mark II Daimler as well as an insight into the social and technological history of Daimler. 1pm-5pm |
| More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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16.06.2008 - .. |
| La Baracca in Feather and Stone |
Sutton Hill Community Centre,
Sutton Hill, Telford TF7 4HG
Tel: 01952 583848
Email: mel@artsalive.co.uk
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| Part of our Early Years International Theatre Festival Kindergardens - Feather and Stone are natural opposites, like fire and water. In this rich sensory universe, opposites need each other to exist; light needs dark, fullness needs emptiness. 10.30am limted spaces! |
| More: www.artsalive.co.uk |
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21.06.2008 - 22.06.2008 |
| West Mid Show |
 The West Mid Show Ground,
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Tel: 0870 957 6444
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| A fun-filled day out at one of the leading agricultural shows in the country where you will see some of the finest livestock in the world, plus a full programme of entertainment for the whole family. |
| More: www.westmidshow.co.uk |
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21.06.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
| Ludlow Festival |
 various locations around
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 872150
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| Major festival includinng open-air Shakespeare Play at the Castle, music & theatre around the town and a Fireworks Finale. |
| More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
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21.06.2008 - .. |
| Midsummer's Concert |
Enginuity,
Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| The award winning Abraham Darby showband will be presenting an evening of popular and classical music for all the family in a summer indoors concert. |
| More: www.ironbridge.co.uk |
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04.07.2008 - .. |
| Kylie Tribute Night |
Park Inn Telford,
Forgegate, Telford Town Centre TF3 4NA
Tel: 01952 429933
Email: conference.telford@rezidorparkinn.com
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| We will have you 'Spinning Around' in no time with our Kylie Tribute. She will bring all her hits from past to present. Booking is required. 7.30pm - midnight £10.00 per person |
| More: www.telford.parkinn.co.uk |
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05.07.2008 - 05.07.2008 |
| Sounds in The Square: Nathan & Quinn |
Market Square,
Wellington
Tel: 07725 035907
Email: threeniceslices@hotmail.com
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| Gypsy Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Celtic and Western Swing. They're all wrapped up in the unique sound of Shropshire's leading folk and roots duo, kick starting Wellington's Sounds season 11am to 1pm |
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05.07.2008 - .. |
| A Summer Evening |
Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Enjoy a complimentary glass of champage and the chance for late night shopping; a variety of craftspeople based at the museum will be available to talk about their work. |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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06.07.2008 - .. |
| Horses and Harnesses |
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Horses across a range of breeds and sizes will demonstrate their strength. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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11.07.2008 - 14.07.2008 |
| Wenlock Olympian Games |
 Much Wenlock Sports Centre
Much Wenlock
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| Much Wenlock is the birthplace of William Penny Brookes, founding father of the Modern Olympic Games. It was in 1850 that the first ever Olympian Games were held in Much Wenlock and they are still held here annually! |
| More: www.wenlock-olympian-society.org.uk |
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12.07.2008 - 12.07.2008 |
| Sounds in The Square: The Acoustic Underdogs |
Market Square,
Wellington
Tel: 07725 035907
Email: threeniceslices@hotmail.com
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| Foot-tapping rock and pop classics 11am to 1pm no charge |
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12.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
| Ironbridge Gorge Brass Band Festival |
Dale End Park
Ironbridge
Tel: 07952 926550
Email: ironbridgebbf@tiscali.co.uk
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| Some the countries top Brass Bands, Market Stalls and Fun for all the Family. Lots for everyone to do and see. 11am to 6pm FREE |
| More: www.ironbridgebandfestival.co.uk |
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13.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
| Ironbridge Gorge Brass Band Festival |
Dale End Park
Ironbridge
Tel: 07952 926552
Email: ironbridgebbf@tiscali.co.uk
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| Some of the Countries Top Brass Bands, Market Stalls and Fun for all the family. Lots for everyone to do and see.Giant BBQ 11am till 6pm FREE |
| More: www.ironbridgebandfestival.co.uk |
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18.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
| Festival At The Edge |
Stokes Barn,
Much Wenlock
Tel: 01939 236626
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| This is the 17th storytelling festival Storytellers and guests from overseas as well as the UK. Plus music, real ale. |
| More: www.festivalattheedge.org |
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20.07.2008 - .. |
| July Model Gala |
Telford Steam Railway,
Bridge Road, Horsehay, Telford TF4 2NF
Tel: 07765 858348
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| Displays of model trains, cars, buses, steam engines, toys and collectables. A vintage bus shuttles to a nearby Narrow Gauge Railway exhibition in Telford. |
| More: www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk |
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26.07.2008 - 27.07.2008 |
| Alice's Adventures in Wonderland |
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Themed activities throughout the day. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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02.08.2008 - 03.08.2008 |
| Ironbridge Resistance Weekend |
Maws Craft Centre,
Jackfield, Ironbridge
Tel: 01952 586986
Email: marris@hotmail.co.uk
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| Meet re-enactors representing the period 1920-1945. Displays, dioramas, stalls, refreshments |
| More: www.20crevisited.co.uk/index.htm |
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02.08.2008 - 03.08.2008 |
| Living Van Weekend |
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| All the fun of the fair will come to Ironbridge Gorge when the annual Living Van Weekend takes place at Blists Hill Victorian town over the weekend. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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07.08.2008 - .. |
| Burwarton Agricultural Show |
 Cleobury North
Between Bridgnorth & Ludlow
Tel: 01746 787535
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| Burwarton Show is one of the country's top one-day agricultural shows. |
| More: www.burwartonshow.co.uk |
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09.08.2008 - 10.08.2008 |
| Soldiers of the Queen Weekend |
Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
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| On the weekend of 9 and 10 August visitors can discover what life was for a soldier on campaign during the late 19th Century. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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15.08.2008 - 16.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Flower Show |
 The Quarry,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 234050
Email: info@shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk
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| More than three million blooms fill the huge floral marquees and there’s a full, all-day programme of music and entertainment for adults and children alike. Attractions for the 2008 show include the following: Chris Beardshaw, Gardening Personality / Hayley Westenra, New Zealand, Classical Singer / Bolddog Lings, Motorcycle Stunt Display / Surprise Celebrity Chef, Saturday. 10.00am - 10.15pm approx |
| More: www.shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk |
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22.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Shrewsbury Folk Festival |
 West Mid Showground,
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Tel: 01746 768 813
Email: sandra@shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
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| The Midlands Top Folk Festival will be once again entertaining the crowds in Shrewsbury. Headliners include Richard Thompson, The Duhks, Bellowhead, Oysterband and Lunasa. See website for full line-up. |
| More: www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk |
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24.08.2008 - 25.08.2008 |
| Church Stretton Food Fayre |
various locations around
Church Stretton
Tel: 01694 751245
Email: info@foodfayre.org
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| A local favourite with everyone because there's lots of tasting, drinking, music & local produce. |
| More: www.foodfayre.org |
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25.08.2008 - .. |
| Ironbridge Coracle Regatta |
Ironbridge Rowing Club,
Coalbrookdale, Telford
Tel: 01952 432769
Email: finance@greenwoodcentre.org.uk
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| Based along the banks and in the River Severn coracle makers and paddlers from all over the UK meet for madcap team games, fierce competitions, have a go at paddeling, construction demonstrations, crafts. |
| More: www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk |
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12.09.2008 - 14.09.2008 |
| Ludlow Food and Drink Festival |
Ludlow Castle,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 873957
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| Celebrating the diversity and quality of the independant food and drink producers in Ludlow and The Marches. Rarebreed meats; real ale & ciders; Sausage, beer, porkpie, beer and cheese trails; talks and demos. |
| More: www.foodfestival.co.uk |
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19.09.2008 - 21.09.2008 |
| Autumn Steam Gala |
Severn Valley Railway
Kidderminster to Bridgnorth
Tel: 01299 403816
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| The railways big autumn event with extended runnning hours. See SVR website for full details. |
| More: www.svr.co.uk |
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12.10.2008 - .. |
| Classic Car and Bike Day |
Severn Valley Railway
Bridgnorth to Kidderminster
Tel: 01299 403816
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| A remarkable gathering of classic cars. Visit any of the stations and meet with the owners of these wonderful vehicles. |
| More: www.svr.co.uk |
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25.10.2008 - 02.11.2008 |
| Ceramics Workshop |
Coalport China Museum
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| October Half-term Drop-in workshops celebrating the Chinese Double Ninth Festival of Chongyang. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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05.12.2008 - .. |
| Christmas Evening at Coalport |
Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Christmas Evening and Shop sale at Coalport China Museum. |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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06.12.2008 - .. |
| Christmas Gift Making Workshop |
Coalport China Museum
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
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| Make a ceramic gift for someone special. Activities will vary day to day and some carry an additional charge. 10am-5pm |
| More: www.ironbridge.org.uk |
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