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Shrewsbury & Telford Family Grapevine

Award-winning touring theatre company Oddsocks Productions will bring their unique and entertaining take on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to Bowring Park, Wellington, on Sunday 21st June at 5pm. Known for transforming classic stories into bold, interactive and laugh-out-loud performances, Oddsocks promises a fresh twist on one of Shakespeare’s most famous tragedies. Audiences can expect comedy, […]

June 21, 2026

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June 21, 2026
Bowring District Park,
Wellington,
Shropshire,
TF1 1QX

A full day of family fun! Shrewsbury Food Festival takes place in the Quarry Park on 27 and 28 June 2026. In the Kids Area, every activity is free, from circus skills to inflatables, have-a-go sports activities to crafting. Learn through fun with a Field to Fork Area and a Kids Cookery School, and enjoy […]

June 27, 2026

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June 28, 2026
The Quarry Park,
Shrewsbury,
Shropshire,
SY1 1JA

Explore stunning private gardens in and around Wellington on Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 June with our Wellington Open Gardens event supporting Community Resource this summer 🌿🌸 Expect colourful planting, hidden corners and plenty of inspiration for your own garden. Most gardens will be open 11am–3pm, and one ticket gives you access to all sites […]

June 27, 2026

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June 28, 2026
Wellington,
Telford,
TF1 1BD

The popular Armed Forces Family Fun Day is set to return to Telford as part of the national Armed Forces Day celebration. The event taking place at Broadoaks Playing Field in Donnington will be jam packed with activities and entertainment for all the family including sports, crafts, live music, military groups and cadets plus much […]

June 28, 2026

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June 28, 2026
Broadoaks Playing Field, Donnington

Is your child struggling with sleep? During the night, naptime or early mornings? We’re hosting a free sleep clinic with certified baby and toddler sleep consultant Ffion, from Seymour Sleep, for parents with children aged 0 – 6 years. Offering gentle, responsive sleep guidance and practical support that helps you feel confident again. Come along […]

July 3, 2026

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July 3, 2026
Unit 4,
Hussey Road, Battlefield Enterprise Park,
Shrewsbury,
Shropshire,
SY1 3TE

Come and enjoy all things Italian as the Scooter Festival returns. Plenty of scooter memorabilia and the Market Square filled with bikes…Enjoy the bikes and take a stroll through our historic market town, with so many different streetfood stalls to choose from in our amazing market food court.

July 4, 2026

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July 4, 2026
Wellington Town Centre,
Telford,
Shropshire,
TF1 1BD
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Forestry England invites families to step into a magical forest adventure with the brand-new Room on the Broom Trail. Bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much loved story to life, this enchanting trail offers a spellbinding experience for families to enjoy throughout 2026. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the beloved book, the trail is packed with […]

January 27, 2026

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September 1, 2026
Haughmond Hill, Newport Road, Shrewsbury, SY4 4PW

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