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Film fans share thoughts on planned re-launch of Market Drayton festival

Film fans share thoughts on planned re-launch of Market Drayton festival

Leisure group backs Beatles weekend

Children's Laureate joins calls to protect says Oswestry Hillfort

Little Miss Sunshine finds 'fun in dysfunctional' at Alexandra Theatre - review with pictures

Llanfyllin Show celebrates 150 years

Dan digs in at mountain bike park

Into Orbit: Volunteers call at Wellington's new cinema and community centre

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Cheers! Shrewsbury-brewed ale named favourite at CAMRA beer festival

Cheers! Shrewsbury-brewed ale named favourite at CAMRA beer festival

A Shrewsbury-brewed ale has been named favourite tipple at a CAMRA beer festival.

Film fans share thoughts on planned re-launch of Market Drayton festival

Film fans share thoughts on planned re-launch of Market Drayton festival

Movie fans gathered at the Festival Drayton Centre to share their thoughts on the planned re-launch of Festival Film Theatre.

Llanfyllin Show celebrates 150 years

Llanfyllin Show celebrates 150 years

Llanfyllin Show celebrates its 150th anniversary this year with an exhibition of memorabilia.

Into Orbit: Volunteers call at Wellington's new cinema and community centre

Into Orbit: Volunteers call at Wellington's new cinema and community centre

A community centre in Wellington is calling out for more volunteers.

Meet Blackout: The dance outfit which won Telford's Got Talent - in pictures

Meet Blackout: The dance outfit which won Telford's Got Talent - in pictures

They are the entertaining street dancers with attitude, groovy moves and plenty of star quality. They are urban and contemporary dancing outfit Blackout, the winners of this year's Telford's Got Talent show.

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Music

Friendly Fires to play Birmingham

Friendly Fires to play Birmingham

Indie rockers Friendly Fires will play Birmingham later this year.

Jo and Ed take their radio skills out to schoolchildren

Jo and Ed take their radio skills out to schoolchildren

Former Free Radio breakfast presenters Jo and Ed are taking their radio show on tour to schools around the Black Country and Shropshire.

Cannock guitarist Jack Edwards plucks up deal

Cannock guitarist Jack Edwards plucks up deal

Cannock guitarist Jack Edwards has signed a major equipment deal.

Gurdas Maan to perform in Birmingham

Gurdas Maan to perform in Birmingham

Gurdas Maan will bring his One Legend For All Generations show to Birmingham this week.

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Dining Out

Cheers! Shrewsbury-brewed ale named favourite at CAMRA beer festival

Cheers! Shrewsbury-brewed ale named favourite at CAMRA beer festival

A Shrewsbury-brewed ale has been named favourite tipple at a CAMRA beer festival.

Mid Wales pubs join star line-up in guide

Mid Wales pubs join star line-up in guide

Two mid-Wales pubs feature on a list of the best in the country after being highlighted in the AA Pub Guide 2020.

Foodies pack out Oswestry festival - with pictures

Foodies pack out Oswestry festival - with pictures

Curries, paella, flapjacks and gin were just a few of the delicacies on the menu in Oswestry this weekend.

Food review: The Woodberry Inn, Bridgnorth

Food review: The Woodberry Inn, Bridgnorth

Andy Richardson visits a pub where the landlords have discovered the recipe for success and are sailing through calm waters.

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Attractions

Find out how you can receive 50 per cent off at Alton Towers with Coca-Cola recycling scheme

Find out how you can receive 50 per cent off at Alton Towers with Coca-Cola recycling scheme

Coca-Cola has partnered with Merlin Entertainment to offer a 50 per cent discount at some of the UK's best-known attractions - including Alton Towers, Warwick Castle and more.

The Monster and NERF team up for Birmingham event

The Monster and NERF team up for Birmingham event

The world's biggest inflatable course is teaming up with NERF for an event in Birmingham.

Summer fun at Attingham Park

Summer fun at Attingham Park

Visitors to a National Trust property near Shrewsbury will be able to make the most of the summer holidays with a number of activities.

Fantastic scarecrows the best in their field - with video and pictures

Fantastic scarecrows the best in their field - with video and pictures

A dozen straw-filled guests welcomed visitors to Weston Park during an annual gardening competition.

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In Photos

Little Miss Sunshine finds 'fun in dysfunctional' at Alexandra Theatre - review with pictures

Chelmarsh Village Fete is a real hoot - in pictures

Meet Blackout: The dance outfit which won Telford's Got Talent - in pictures

British Stone Skimming Championships make a splash in Bishop’s Castle - in pictures

Foodies pack out Oswestry festival - with pictures

The Jacksons boogie at Mostly Jazz, Funk and Soul Festival - review with pictures

Theatre & Comedy

Little Miss Sunshine finds 'fun in dysfunctional' at Alexandra Theatre - review with pictures

Little Miss Sunshine finds 'fun in dysfunctional' at Alexandra Theatre - review with pictures

A feuding family finally find common purpose on a road trip to a California children’s beauty and talent contest in this musical based on a cult comedy-drama movie from 2006.

Sam and Mark to bring live show to Birmingham

Sam and Mark to bring live show to Birmingham

Children’s TV favourites Sam and Mark are heading to Birmingham.

Swapping Love Island for first love: Amber Davies talks ahead of 9 to 5 The Musical role in Birmingham

Swapping Love Island for first love: Amber Davies talks ahead of 9 to 5 The Musical role in Birmingham

Awkward encounters and everlasting love. Temper tantrums and sizzling stand-offs.

Story of Dame Vera Lynn returning to Shrewsbury

Story of Dame Vera Lynn returning to Shrewsbury

Actress Lorrie Brown returns to Shrewsbury later this year with her show Sincerely Yours - a tribute to Vera Lynn.

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What's On

Out of Wenlock

When? 09 Aug to 11 Aug

Where? Upper Millichope Farmhouse

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