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Hotels
Shrewsbury
Purple Hotel Shrewsbury
Off Shannon Way, Ashchurch,
Shrewsbury,
Gloucestershire.
England SY2 6LG
Phone:
(44) 01684 853 090
Fax: 08444 823 222
e-mail
us
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Major
Events In & Around
Shrewsbury |
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Throughout
the year there are large number of events that are happening
in and around Shrewsbury. So why not take that well deserved
break and come and stay with us at the Purple Hotel Shrewsbury
and whilst you are here why not join in the fun at one of the
following events:
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| Shrewsbury
International Cartoon Festival - TBC 2007 |
Over
thirty cartoonists are let loose in The Square, Shrewsbury. Get
your caricature drawn by one of the Festival cartoonists or have
a go yourself at one of the workshops - for adults and children.
Date:
TBC 2007
Venue: The Square, Shrewsbury
Admission: N/A
For further details please visit www.cartoonshrewsbury.com website.
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| May
Day Festival - 7th May |
Traditional
May Day celebrations including dancing round the maypole.
Date:
TBC 2007
Venue: Attingham Park, nr Shrewsbury (National Trust Property)
Admission: Normal entrance fee applies
For further details please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk website. |
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| Shrewsbury
Annual Regatta - TBC 2007 |
The
Shrewsbury's Annual Regatta is organised by Penwern Boat Club,
with a 1000m course on the Saturday and 600m course
on the Sunday, both up-stream with staggered start. Great fun whether
you are a rower or spectator.
Date:
TBC 2007
Venue: River Severn, Shrewsbury
Admission: Entrance fee may apply
For further details please contact Shrewsbury Visitor Information Centre
on Tel: 01743 281200. |
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| Romeo
& Juliet - Outdoor Theatre -
TBC 2007 |
Outdoor theatre 'Romeo & Juliet' performed by
Heartbreak Productions. Gates open for picnics 6.00pm. Performance
starts
at 7.00pm.
Date:
TBC 2007
Venue: Attingham Park, nr Shrewsbury (National Trust Property)
Admission: Tickets must be pre-booked
For further details please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk website
or contact Tel: 01743 708123 |
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| Shropshire & West
Mid Show West Mid Show - TBC 2007 |
The
Shropshire & West
Mid Show West Mid Show is one
of the UK's leading agricultural shows. It
is sure to be a fun filled day out for all the family with a
superb range of attractions.
Date:
TBC 2007
Venue: Agricultural Showground, Shrewsbury
Admission: Entrance fee
For further details please view the www.west-mid-show.org.uk website.
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| Shrewsbury
Summer Season - July - August |
Shrewsbury's
fantastic Arts festival, which runs throughout the months of
June, July & August. A celebration of
visual arts,
music, drama, dance, and comedy. For details of individual events
please visit the www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk website.
Date:
July & August
Venue: Various Venues, Shrewsbury
Admission: Entrance fee may apply
For further details please view the www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk website. |
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| Annual
Vintage Vehicle Show -
TBC 2007 |
Mid
Shropshire Vintage Club's Annual Show. With a special display
of tractors, plus 1000 exhibits including
cars. motorcycles,
commercials,
barn
engines,
steam engines etc. You will also find antiques, craft
stalls, children's corner & refreshments.
Date:
TBC 2007
Venue: Agricultural Showground, Berwick, Shrewsbury
Admission: Entrance Fee
For further details please view the www.msvintageclub.org.uk website.
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| Wind
In The Willows - Outdoor Theatre -
1st July |
Your chance to see Kenneth Grahame's
much-loved classic 'Wind In The Willows' performed by award-winning
Illyria Theatre. This event is perfect for everyone aged
5 and over.
Date:
Saturday 1st July
Venue: Weston Park, nr Telford
Admission: Tickets must be pre-booked
For further details please view the www.weston-park.com website
or contact Tel: 01952 852100.
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| Proms
Spectacular - Outdoor Concert - 29th July |
Make
sure you are part of the Proms Spectacular concert at Weston
Park on Saturday 29th July. Enjoy a wonderful evening of classical
favourites and flag waving fun!
Date:
Saturday 29th July
Venue: Weston Park, nr Telford
Admission: Tickets must be pre-booked.
For further details please view the www.weston-park.com website
or contact Tel: 01952 852100.
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Flower Show - 11th & 12th August |
Shrewsbury
Flower Show is recognised
by Guinness World Records as the world's longest running horticultural
show, and is certainly
is one of Shropshire's not to be missed events.
Date:
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th August
Venue: Quarry Park, Shrewsbury
Admission: Entrance Fee
For further details please view the www.shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk website. |
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| Shrewsbury
Folk Festival - 25th to 28th August |
Formerly
Bridgnorth Folk Festival, will see top names from the roots
and world music scene gather in Shrewsbury for the first Shrewsbury
Folk Festival.
Date:
Friday 25th , Saturday 26th, Sunday 27th & Monday 28th
August
Venue: Quarry Park, Shrewsbury
Admission: Entrance Fee
For further details please view the www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk website. |
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| Bonfire
& Firework Extravaganza
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5th November |
Don't miss Weston Park's fantastic
bonfire & firework event. Includes entertainment for all the family
including a fun fair, catering, stalls and Beacon
Radio
Roadshow.
Date:
Sunday 5th November
Venue: Weston Park, nr Telford
Admission: Entrance Fee
For further details please view the www.weston-park.com website
or contact Tel: 01952 852100.
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| Special
Rates at the Purple Hotel Shrewsbury |
For
further details of our weekend breaks and leisure offers,
simply click
here
Please note that the Purple Hotel Shrewsbury does not hold
stock of tickets for events. Please contact the organisers direct for further
details on events or to purchase tickets.
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