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XscapeNow opens third escape room in Telford

Kingsman: The Golden Circle - Bridgnorth Hummer buggies take centre stage at world premiere

Merefest future hangs in balance over ticket sales

Love Actually screening with live orchestra coming to Birmingham

Thousands to attend village show

The Beat and The Selecter announce Wrexham show

Album Review: Black Country Communion - BCCIV

Beverley Knight, Suzanne Shaw, Matt Slack and more celebrate the launch of Birmingham Hippodrome's Cinderella - with pictures

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European Christmas market returning to Telford

European Christmas market returning to Telford

A European Christmas market will make its return to Telford this year, it has been announced.

Award for green-fingered Bridgnorth gardener - with pictures and video

Award for green-fingered Bridgnorth gardener - with pictures and video

He only took up gardening 12-months ago – but Terry Pyatt has been given a top award.

Fighter is top draw at RAF Cosford Museum

Fighter is top draw at RAF Cosford Museum

A Second World War fighter aircraft was the highlight of a sold-out event at RAF Cosford Museum.

Shed heaven: Take a look inside Ludlow's Pricklebums Hedgehog Rescue - with pictures

Shed heaven: Take a look inside Ludlow's Pricklebums Hedgehog Rescue - with pictures

It's very hard not to love a hedgehog. They are Britain's only spiny mammal and one of our most iconic species.

Lady Gaga reschedules European tour - including Birmingham dates - due to ongoing health complications

Lady Gaga reschedules European tour - including Birmingham dates - due to ongoing health complications

Live Nation confirmed today the European leg of Lady Gaga Joanne World Tour Concert has unfortunately been postponed until early 2018.

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The Beat and The Selecter announce Wrexham show

The Beat and The Selecter announce Wrexham show

2-Tone legends The Selecter and The Beat are teaming up to play Wrexham's William Aston Hall this November.

Album Review: Black Country Communion - BCCIV

Album Review: Black Country Communion - BCCIV

Rock'n'roll has become slightly sanitised in recent years as profit margins and radio plays are prioritised by many.

Shania Twain announces Birmingham show

Shania Twain announces Birmingham show

Multiplatinum, multi-award winning artist Shania Twain is heading to Birmingham next year.

All Time Low bringing headline tour to Birmingham

All Time Low bringing headline tour to Birmingham

Pop rock stars All Time Low have announced their first UK headline tour - with a date in Birmingham - since the release of their UK Top 10 album, Last Young Renegade.

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Dining Out

The Huntsman pub recognised by Telford CAMRA for its real ale

The Huntsman pub recognised by Telford CAMRA for its real ale

A family-owned pub in the heart of Shropshire has received a national award for its real ale.

Oswestry pub toasts CAMRA nod

Oswestry pub toasts CAMRA nod

A pub which opened less than 18 months ago has gone straight into the Campaign for Real Ale Good Beer Guide.

Market Drayton pub raises glass to beer guide nod

Market Drayton pub raises glass to beer guide nod

A pub has been acclaimed for the quality of its real ale – by members of the town’s Campaign for Real Ale branch.

Joy as 600-year-old restored Shropshire pub reopens

Joy as 600-year-old restored Shropshire pub reopens

A 600-year-old pub dubbed the oldest in Shropshire has reopened its doors after being closed for two years.

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XscapeNow opens third escape room in Telford

XscapeNow opens third escape room in Telford

Following the success of its first two escape rooms which opened in January 2017, XscapeNow announces the opening of its third, and most challenging, escape room with a new and exciting theme.

Shrewsbury glamping resort attracts 20,000 guests in first six months

Shrewsbury glamping resort attracts 20,000 guests in first six months

A £5.5 million glamping and caravanning resort has welcomed 20,000 visitors in the months since its launch, bosses say.

Autumn activities coming to Attingham Park

Autumn activities coming to Attingham Park

A National Trust property near Shrewsbury is preparing to welcome in autumn with a flurry of activities.

Jump to it! Shropshire to get free running centre

Jump to it! Shropshire to get free running centre

Shropshire is to get its first ‘free running’ centre after securing a £10,000 funding package.

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In Photos

Kingsman: The Golden Circle - Bridgnorth Hummer buggies take centre stage at world premiere

Beverley Knight, Suzanne Shaw, Matt Slack and more celebrate the launch of Birmingham Hippodrome's Cinderella - with pictures

Award for green-fingered Bridgnorth gardener - with pictures and video

Shed heaven: Take a look inside Ludlow's Pricklebums Hedgehog Rescue - with pictures

Winners of Market Drayton In Bloom announced in ceremony - with pictures

Merefest 2017 attracts thousands of visitors - with pictures and video

Theatre & Comedy

Love Actually screening with live orchestra coming to Birmingham

Love Actually screening with live orchestra coming to Birmingham

One of the world's best-loved romantic Christmas films is set to be screened in Birmingham, accompanied by a live orchestra.

Beverley Knight, Suzanne Shaw, Matt Slack and more celebrate the launch of Birmingham Hippodrome's Cinderella - with pictures

Beverley Knight, Suzanne Shaw, Matt Slack and more celebrate the launch of Birmingham Hippodrome's Cinderella - with pictures

Birmingham Hippodrome's brand new pantomime Cinderella was welcomed with open arms today as the cast attended its glittering launch.

Ginger and Spice Festival: George Egg will be cracking yolks at Market Drayton event

Ginger and Spice Festival: George Egg will be cracking yolks at Market Drayton event

Comedy fans are in for a tasty treat at a new food-inspired celebration.

RuPaul's Drag Race star Jinkx Monsoon talks ahead of Stafford show - with pictures and video

RuPaul's Drag Race star Jinkx Monsoon talks ahead of Stafford show - with pictures and video

She’s best known for her quirky comedic stylings, endearing attitude and her water off a duck’s back mentality - and she’s heading to the Midlands.

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What's On

Russian State Opera - Tosca

Russian State Opera - Tosca

When? 27 Sep

Where? Theatre Severn

The Russian State Ballet – Swan Lake

The Russian State Ballet – Swan Lake

When? 14 Oct

Where? Theatre Severn

Russian State Ballet – Romeo and Juliet

Russian State Ballet – Romeo and Juliet

When? 15 Oct

Where? Theatre Severn

The Welshpool Antique & Flea Market

The Welshpool Antique & Flea Market

When? 21 Oct

Where? Welshpool Livestock Sales

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