WHAT’S ON SHROPSHIRE
WHAT’S ON IN BRIEF 19TH – 25TH NOVEMBER
What’s on at The Place Paul Zerdin, 22nd December Fresh from headlining the world-famous Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas with a sparkling new show featuring his all-star cast of (in)famous puppets, join Paul, Sam, Albert and Baby plus two crazy brand new characters for an evening of laugh out loud comedy and ventriloquism! Tickets £17.50. Suitable for 15+ only. Peter Pan, 6th, 14th, 16th, 24th and 26th-31st December, tickets from £10 Follow the boy who refuses to grow up and his fairy sidekick
Tinkerbell as they visit the nursery of Wendy, John and Michael Darling. Watch Peter and his new friends fly out the nursery window and off to Neverland.
DID YOU she gets caught in KNOW? the middle of their In The Wizard of ongoing feud. Oz movie, Toto How will it all earned more than end? Tickets £16. the Munchkins! Go online to www.
The Wicked Wizard of Fizzog, 19th January, This is a hilarious parody of Wicked and The Wizard of Oz. The tale of two young witches friendship that turns sour, when Dorothy turns up trying to find her way home with the help of her new mates,
Oswestry Town Market events Artisan Market, 24th November, 9am-3pm A collection of quality local craft and food producers held at the Bailey Head. Shropshire Produce Market, 25th November, 9am3pm Handpicked Shropshirebased food and craft producers selling the best the County has to offer in the town centre.
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amusement rides, ice rink, Christmas stalls, late night shopping, Santa’s Grotto, live music stage and much more. Oswestry Christmas Parade, 2nd December, 11am Organised by all the local rotary groups, this is a much anticipated event so expect huge floats, walking parades and plenty of live music throughout.
Oswestry Christmas Music Live, 1st December, 5pm-10pm. One of the largest and night time events in the county. Huge
Samurai: Warriors of Japan, is on up until 21st January. This exciting exhibition brings to life the story of the Samurai and their fall from power as Japan opened up to the West. Illustrating a range of armour, weapons and costumes using films props from the Tom Cruise blockbuster movie, The Last Samurai. www. shrewsburymuseum.org.uk
Medieval merriment and antiques at Ludlow Castle Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre, 25th-26th November Explore over 100 stalls selling seasonal wares, food and drink, crafts, historical goods and more. With food and drink, live music, theatre, comedy, juggling and swashbuckling sword fights. Saturday, 10am-9pm, Sunday, 10am-4pm. www.ludlowmedievalchristmas.co.uk
Antiques Fair, 9th December, The Beacon Rooms, Castle House Up to 16 stalls of antiques, silver, jewellery, scientific instruments, barometers, clocks, glass, porcelain, cutlery, militaria and collectables. Open 9am-4pm. £1 entry, children are free. www. centuryfairs.com
•19th November, Winter Woodland Walk, Wenlock Edge, Much Wenlock Walk these species-rich meadows, home to Hebridean sheep and wander through the woods, taking in views and vistas and finding out about woodland management, timber sales, access and the rare and special wildlife and watch a short coppicing demo. £7. From 10am until 2pm. •21st November, Merry Berry Mosey and Meal, Fordhall Organic Farm, Market Drayton Go foraging for herbs, fruits, berries, seeds and more. Learn to harvest wild food, understand the medicinal benefits and, see some cooking techniques to preserve your bounty over winter! The walk will finish with a delicious ‘high tea’ back at the farm. Cost £30pp. •25th November, Shropshire Rural Communities Charity’s annual Christmas Fair, St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury Browse the various craft and gift stalls whilst enjoying coffee, cake and mulled wine to get you into the festive spirit! With children’s craft activities, entertainment, a raffle and tombola, there’s something for all the family. 10am3.30pm. Free. •25th November, Stars in your Skies: The death of stars, dying stars, black holes and the Crab Nebula, Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd Chalet Pavillion What happens when a star dies? The Crab Nebula got its name because it looked a bit crab-like when it was sketched in 1840. It is the remnant of a star that went with a bang (a Supernova, probably in 1054). Stuff gets left behind too, like black holes. Other stars die when they run out. Booking Essential. A National Trust Event, which starts at 8pm.
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