Events 2009
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There are a variety of arts, cultural and community events taking place in and around Wellington throughout the year.
We feature events in Wellington and the surrounding areas of Hadley & Leegomery, Wrockwardine & Admaston, Little Wenlock, Lawley, Waters Upton & Crudgington, the Wealdmoors, Longden-on-Tern and High Ercall.
Events will be added as to these listings as we are informed of them, so keep checking the site, and if you're organising any yourself, let us know!
UPCOMING EVENTS for 2009
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EVERY TUESDAY
Local Musician Night at The Wrekin Inn Real Ale House
Wrekin Road, Wellington
Open mic night for local musicians - free entry.
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THROUGHOUT OCTOBER
Wellington Literary Festival
Festival events take place throughout the month. For a full programme, visit the town council's website by
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WEDNESDAY 7th OCTOBER
Singing for Fun with Hanna Lawrence
High Ercall Methodist Church, High Ercall nr Wellington
Hanna teaches songs from around the world with the emphasis on FUN! You don't need to be able to read music or even be an experienced singer.... just come along and enjoy!
9.30 - 11.30am, £5 per session on the door.
For further information call Joyce Lane on 01952 770433
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THURSDAY 29th - SATURDAY 31st OCTOBER
An Evening of One Act Plays at The Belfrey Theatre
"Time Flies" by David Ives / "Cleanskin" by Michael Olsen / and "A Little Box of Oblivion" by Stephen Bean
The Belfrey Theatre, Princes St, Wellington
Doors open 7pm, curtain up 7:30pm
Tickets £5 full price / £4 concessions
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SATURDAY 31st OCTOBER
Halloween Horrors with a Twist!
An insight into the pests staff look out for at the National Trust's Sunnycroft property and the damage they can do.
Sunnycroft, 200 Holyhead Road, Wellington, 1-5pm
Usual admission prices apply, booking not needed. For further details contact 01952 242884 / sunnycroft@nationaltrust.org.uk
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SATURDAY 31st - SATURDAY 7th NOVEMBER
Wellington Drama Festival
Each year the Wellington Theatre Company hosts a Drama Festival, for both Adults and Youth, aimed at encouraging Amateur Drama in Shropshire and beyond. All entries to the Festival are adjudicated, offering the players the chance to get feedback from some seasoned professionals.
The Belfrey Theatre, Princes St, Wellington
For details contact 01952 222277 or email: festival@belfreytheatre.com
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WEDNESDAY 4th NOVEMBER
Singing for Fun with Hanna Lawrence
Hanna teaches songs from around the world with the emphasis on FUN! You don't need to be able to read music or even be an experienced singer.... just come along and enjoy!
High Ercall Methodist Church, High Ercall nr Wellington
9.30 - 11.30am, £5 per session on the door.
For further information call Joyce Lane on 01952 770433
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SATURDAY 28th NOVEMBER
Wellington Christmas Lights Switch-On
With Advent about to begin, music from the town's brass band and carols in Market Square will set the scene as Wellington gets lit up in all its festive splendour. Market stalls will add to the atmosphere. More details to follow.
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WEDNESDAY 2nd DECEMBER
Singing for Fun with Hanna Lawrence
Hanna teaches songs from around the world with the emphasis on FUN! You don't need to be able to read music or even be an experienced singer.... just come along and enjoy!
High Ercall Methodist Church, High Ercall nr Wellington
9.30 - 11.30am, £5 per session on the door.
For further information call Joyce Lane on 01952 770433
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SATURDAY 5th DECEMBER
Wellington H2A's Christmas Bash & Barn Dance
Come along for the first party of the season and help raise funds for Wellington's volunteer arts group, which hosts live, free events across the Summer. Enjoy a home made buffet supper and local real ale whilst listening to music provided by Odd Socks Band of Shrewsbury. Dancing will be led by infamous caller Auntie Maggie, so you can expect to have a fantastic time - whether you're a ceilidh-dancing novice or an old hand.
The Village Hall, Wrockwardine near Wellington
7.30 doors open, music starts at 8, supper served around 9pm.
Tickers £10 from Ken Francis Butchers or email threeniceslices@hotmail.com quoting 'H2A Christmas Bash'
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FRIDAY 18th to MONDAY 21st DECEMBER
An Edwardian Christmas at Sunnycroft
Step back in time to enjoy the sounds, smells and atmosphere of an Edwardian Christmas at Wellington's hidden National Trust gem.
Sunnycroft, 200 Holyhead Road, Wellington
1-5pm, last admission 4pm
Usual admission prices apply, booking not needed. For further details contact 01952 242884 / sunnycroft@nationaltrust.org.uk
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