Regular street markets are held on Castle Square on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, with additional summer Wednesday markets from April to September.
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What's On in Ludlow in 2008
TODAYS DATE IS: 06 July 2008
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August
September, October, November, December
| 03 January 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 03/01/2008 |
| 06 January 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 06/01/2008 |
| 10 January 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 10/01/2008 Farmers' market averaging 40 stalls. www.localtoludlow.org |
| 12 January 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 12/01/2008 Supporting MacMillan Nurses |
| 20 January 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 20/01/2008 |
| 26 January 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 26/01/2008 Supporting MacMillan Nurses |
| 02 February 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 02/02/2008 |
| 03 February 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 03/02/2008 |
| 03 February 2008:- Mega Book Sale, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.00 Venue: Assembly Rooms, Mill Street, Ends: 04/02/2008 |
| 07 February 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 07/02/2008 |
| 11 February 2008:- Half Term Workshops, |
| Time: various times Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 15/02/2008 Exciting half term workshops with a foodie theme, including badge making, cartoon animation, biscuit decoration and t-shirt printing, and a guitar school. All ages from 4 - 18 years. Ask Box Office for our leaflet www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 12 February 2008:- Northern Chamber Orchestra, |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 12/02/2008 World renowned chamber orchestra with Philip Langridge, one of the world's most distinguished singers. £15 (£14 concessions). www.ncorch.co.uk www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 14 February 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00-2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 14/02/2008 Farmers' market averaging 40 stalls. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 14 February 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9-2pm Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 14/02/2008 Ludlow Local Produce Market boasts 45 stalls of local food and drink from within 30 miles of Luldow. In February there will be comedy duo Beetie Brassica and Pomona O'Calabrese leading childrens activities during the market, all for free. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 14 February 2008:- The Bridges of Madison County (12A), |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 14/02/2008 The story of two people who meet by chance and begin to fall in love. Beautiful, deeply moving and perfect Valentines Day viewing. www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 15 February 2008:- Cheshire Textiles, |
| Time: call Box Office for gallery opening hours Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 23/02/2008 A collection of contemporary textiles in a feast of eye-catching and vibrant colours, patterns and textures. Box Office (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 15 February 2008:- Phil Barber Installation, |
| Time: call Box Office for gallery opening hours Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 23/02/2008 An electronic installation examining the modern obsession with technology through film, television and projection. Francis Burrows, curator, will give a talk about the exhibition on Sunday 2 March, 2 - 2.40pm. All welcome. Box Office (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 16 February 2008:- Concert by Thomas Barber, oboe and James Southall, piano, |
| Time: 7:30pm Venue: Moor Park School, Ludlow, Ends: 16/02/2008 A concert in Ludlow Music Society's Young Artists' series. Works by Rubbra, Schumann, Saint-Saens and Debussy. Information and tickets (£7) from (01584) 876141 www.ludlowmusicsociety.org.uk |
| 16 February 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 16/02/2008 |
| 17 February 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 17/02/2008 |
| 20 February 2008:- Rave On - A Tribute to Buddy Holly, |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 20/02/2008 An authentic and respectful tribute to one of the greatest musical icons of the 1950's, and of rock'n'roll music. Rave On will take you back to a time when lights were neon, cars had fins, and skirts had petticoats. For more information call Box Office (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 28 February 2008:- An Evening of Clairvoyance with Shaun Dennis, |
| Time: 8pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 28/02/2008 Originally taught by a Western Mystery School, Shaun Dennis has always been drawn to the paranormal. Having demonstrated at spiritualist services for many years, he is now performing across the country in shows involving laughter and joyful tears. £10 in advance (£11 on the night). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 29 February 2008:- Esther Miller Quintet, |
| Time: 8pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 29/02/2008 Esther Miller is a jazz singer of the classic school with outstanding technique, sensitive interpretation and an eclectic repertoire. From ballads to bop, sultry to swinging, she delivers shades of Sarah Vaughn, a hint of Cleo Laine, but essentially, it is uniquely Esther Miller. £10 (£9 concessions). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 01 March 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 01/03/2008 |
| 07 March 2008:- Mara Carlyle, |
| Time: 8pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 07/03/2008 Raised in Ludlow, Mara is now getting national recognition after signing with EMI last Spring. In varying ensembles she has sung her way through church music, jazz, bluegrass, opera and electronica, elements of which she now incorporates into her solo work. £10 (£8 concessions). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 08 March 2008:- Concert by O Duo (Owen Cox and Oliver Gunnell, percussion), |
| Time: 7:30pm Venue: Moor Park School, Ludlow, Ends: 08/03/2008 A concert by this talented young percussion duo. Works by O Duo, Ravel, Bach, Dizzy Gillespie, Chopin, Ligeti, Mendelssohn and others. Information and tickets (£12.50) from (01584) 876141 www.ludlowmusicsociety.org.uk |
| 08 March 2008:- Nightmare Songs, |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 08/03/2008 Opera Della Luna presents this new theatre piece set on one panic-striken night, with the patter songs of Gilbert and Sullivan as well as a new score of challanging complexity and humour. £15 (£14 concessions). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 12 March 2008:- Science of the Stage, |
| Time: 10am & 1pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 13/03/2008 This Science Week workshop, led by Roy Loveday and open to schools and groups will give a hands on opportunity to explore how technicians exploit science in the theatre. Attendees will participate in constructing a theatre piece utilising what they learn. Suitable for age 10+. £5 (teacher go free). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 13 March 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 13/03/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls now on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 14 March 2008:- ReAct Shakespeare, |
| Time: 7pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 14/03/2008 Ludlow Assembly Rooms' youth theatre groups perform abridged versions of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Nights Dream (ages 6-11) and MacBeth (ages 12+). £3 (£1 under 12's). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 14 March 2008:- Rod Chambers and His Louisiana Joymakers, |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 14/03/2008 A welcome return of the versitile Louisiana joymakers. Formed 20 years ago in the London area, the band is led by Rod Chambers on alto sax, tenor sax and vocals. A superb line - up of first class musicians play in the New Orleans style. £10. For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 15 March 2008:- Music for Lent & Passiontide - Ludlow Choral Society, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: St Laurence's Church, Ends: 15/03/2008 Tickets £12, £10 & £6. 01584 876901. |
| 15 March 2008:- The Country Legends Solid Gold Show, |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 15/03/2008 Country classics performed by an all-star cast with music provided by Randy Ryman and the Outlaw Country Band. They'll play all your favorite music from the greatest country artists, including Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Willy Nelson, Tammy Wynette, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers...and more! £15 (£14 concessions). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 15 March 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 15/03/2008 |
| 17 March 2008:- St Patrick, |
| Time: 8pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 17/03/2008 Celebrate St Patrick's Day in true celtic style with Allan Yn Y Fan, the Welsh band with an impressive reputation for putting on entertaining ceilidhs. They play everything from high energy reels, Welsh hornpipes and slip jigs to beautifully romantic airs, and guarantee to get everyone up and dancing! £9 (£8 concessions). For more information call Box Office on (01584) 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 20 March 2008:- The Mother Ship, |
| Time: 1.15pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 20/03/2008 Teenager Eliot is stressed out by exams, parents and friends. The last thing he needs is his brother to disappear leaving a message about The Mother Ship...A bold, funny new adventure about what it means to be young, different - or just human. Suitable for ages 10+. £5 (free ticket for each party of 8 or more). For more information call Box Office on 01584 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 21 March 2008:- Ludlow Town Tours, |
| Time: 2.30pm Venue: Cannon by the Castle, Ends: 26/10/2008 Guided Town Tours are available Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holiday Mondays from Easter to the end of October. Meet at the Cannon by the Castle, depart 2.30pm prompt, Adults £2.50 per person, children free. These highly interesting tours last about one and a half hours. Knowledgeable guides lead the group around the centre of Ludlow, telling some of the history of the town and its buildings as well as relating stories associated with former residents. Special tours at other times can be arranged, £2.50 per person (minimum cost £20.00 per tour). Book in advance with Roger Furniss, 01584 874205 www.ludlowhistory.co.uk |
| 22 March 2008:- The Black Umfolosi 5, |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 22/03/2008 Zimbabwe's most famous a capella and dance group is back. Their songs, sung in close, rich harmony, are fresh and surprising, not only for what they have to say, but also for the typical intricate rhythms, unusual harmonies and accompanying percussion, which combine to produce a mesmerising and funky sound. £12 (£10 concs). Harmony Vocal Workshop beforehand from 5.30 - 6.30pm www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 25 March 2008:- Easter Workshops - Ooh la la!, |
| Time: various times Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 04/04/2008 Fun workshops with a French flavour, including fabulous egg decoration, a fashion show, sing star contest, painting, set design and a play in a day. For more information call Box Office on 01584 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 27 March 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 27/03/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. |
| 28 March 2008:- The Gob Akimbo Lounge - Duncan Oakley, |
| Time: 8pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 28/03/2008 Duncan Oakley does stand-up interspersed with very funny songs. He's a regular performer at Jongleurs and the Comedy Store and a sought after headliner whose playful delivery charms everyone, commanding belly laughs with his comic songs and wicked delivery. For more information call Box Office on 01584 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 29 March 2008:- Linden Trio, |
| Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 29/03/2008 This exciting new Chamber group was formed in 2006 and has performed many recitals in Cambridge and at various Music Society Concert series across the country. £10 (£8 concs). For more information call Box Office on 01584 878141 www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk |
| 30 March 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 30/03/2008 |
| 03 April 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 03/04/2008 |
| 05 April 2008:- Local Band - Remedy, |
| Time: 8:00 pm Venue: Ludlow Town Football Club, Ends: 05/04/2008 Popular Local Band |
| 05 April 2008:- The Band, |
| Time: 8:00 pm Venue: Ludlow Town Football Club, Ends: 05/04/2008 Popular Local Band |
| 06 April 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 06/04/2008 |
| 10 April 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 10/04/2008 Now on the second and fourth Thursday every month. Around 40 stalls of quality food from local producers. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 12 April 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 12/04/2008 |
| 13 April 2008:- Book and Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.30 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 13/04/2008 |
| 16 April 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 16/04/2008 |
| 19 April 2008:- Concert by Roderick Williams, baritone, Susie Allan, piano and Jenny Agutter, narrator, |
| Time: 7:30pm Venue: Moor Park School, Ludlow, Ends: 19/04/2008 A song recital by the critically acclaimed baritone. Songs by Schubert, Mahler, Schumann, Wolf, Finzi, Britten, Liza Lehmann and Hely-Hutchinson. The concert will include a performance of Liza Lehmann's rarely heard The Selfish Giant (1911) for voice, speaker and piano based on the fairy story by Oscar Wilde. Information and tickets (£12.50) from (01584) 876141 www.ludlowmusicsociety.org.uk |
| 20 April 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 20/04/2008 |
| 24 April 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Cas, Ends: 24/04/2008 Food and drink from small producers Local to Ludlow. Around 40 stalls. Market is now held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. www.localtoludlow.org |
| 27 April 2008:- Garden Fair, |
| Time: 10.00 - 5.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 27/04/2008 Wide range of plants, shrubs, ornaments and garden furniture on sale from local nurseries and craftsmen. |
| 01 May 2008:- Ludlow May Fair, |
| Time: 2.00 pm to late Venue: Town Centre, Ends: 05/05/2008 David Wynn presents Ludlow May Fair, including Bank Holiday. |
| 03 May 2008:- Clun Green Man Festival, |
| Time: from 12 noon Venue: Around Clun and Castle, Ends: 05/05/2008 Traditional Festival with Music Drama and colour. Street Fayre and etertainment on Sunday from 12 noon. Free entry. Procession, Craft Fayre and more entertainment on Monday from 12 noon and famous Battle on the Bridge. Entry on Monday Adults £3 Accompanied Children £1 Under 5's Free. Music gig Saturday with Oyster Band (£15) Sunday The Hamsters (£12.50) Contact 01588 640305 for info or check website www.clungreenman.org.uk |
| 08 May 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 08/05/2008 Food and drink from small producers Local to Ludlow. Around 40 stalls. Market is now held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 10 May 2008:- Ludlow Orchestra Concert, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: St John's Church, Gravel Hill, Ludlow, Ends: 10/05/2008 |
| 10 May 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 10/05/2008 |
| 11 May 2008:- Craft Fair, |
| Time: 9.00 - 4.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 11/05/2008 Free admission |
| 11 May 2008:- Marches Transport Festival, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.00 Venue: Ludlow Castle and Castle Square, Ends: 11/05/2008 Free admission |
| 15 May 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 15/05/2008 |
| 18 May 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 18/05/2008 |
| 19 May 2008:- Clun Valley Challenge Walk, |
| Time: 8am Venue: Memorial Hall Clun, Ends: 19/05/2008 25 or 16 miles of spectacular South Shropshire countryside with approximateley 3,250' of ascent, the route consists of tracks, bridleways, footpaths and a minimal amount of quiet road walking or running. Starting and finishing at Clun Memorial Hall (GR:302811) in the heart of the Clun Valley. www.clunvalleychallenge.co.uk |
| 22 May 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 22/05/2008 Food and drink from small producers Local to Ludlow. Around 40 stalls. Market is now held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 25 May 2008:- Garden Fair, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 25/05/2008 Shrubs, plantss, furniture and ornaments for sale. |
| 25 May 2008:- Hope Bagot Country Festival, |
| Time: 1030-1800 Venue: St John the Baptist Church, Hope Bagot, Ends: 25/05/2008 5 miles east of Ludlow. Set in wildflower rich churchyard. Norman Church, Ancient Yew Tree & Holy Well. Free entry + Park & Ride. Mature Woodland Garden Open (£2.50). Light lunches & cream teas. Fun Dog Show. Enquiries: 01584 890270 www.hopebagot.org.uk |
| 01 June 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 01/06/2008 |
| 02 June 2008:- 6 a side football leagues, |
| Time: 6-10pm Venue: Ludlow Town FC, Ends: 02/06/2008 6 a side football teams needed for new leagues at Ludlow Town FC on the new astroturf pitch on Mon & Tues evenings. Free entry & free kits for all teams. For more info call 01937 841440. www.footballmundial.com |
| 05 June 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 05/06/2008 |
| 07 June 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 07/06/2008 |
| 08 June 2008:- Book and Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.30 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 08/06/2008 |
| 12 June 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 12/06/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 14 June 2008:- National Bike Week, |
| Time: Venue: Ludlow, Ends: 22/06/2008 Events in Ludlow organised by Ludlow Cycling Support Group. Contact Sally Ford on 01584 872224, savoir-faire@freenet.co.uk |
| 15 June 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 15/06/2008 |
| 15 June 2008:- Ludlow Secret Gardens, |
| Time: 1.00 - 6.00 pm Venue: around Ludlow, Ends: 15/06/2008 Chance to see Ludlow's best gardens not normally open to the public. |
| 15 June 2008:- Teme Valley Hunt Supporters, |
| Time: 10.00 am Venue: Brampton Bryan, near Leintwardine, Ends: 15/06/2008 Twelve mile Fun Ride for riders with own horses through the privately owned estates of Brampton Bryan and Stanage on north Herefordshire/Welsh border. Grass rides, tracks and trails, optional jumps, lead rein route, wonderful views, woodland rides, heathland tracks, grassland gallops! Refreshments, bbq, rosettes, photographs, trade-stands, plenty of parking - just off A4113 between Knighton and Leintwardine. Donation to Air Ambulance. Email, visit website or phone 01547 540 532. www.lowerbuckton.co.uk |
| 21 June 2008:- Ludlow Festival, |
| Time: Venue: Ludlow Castle and Castle Square, Ends: 06/07/2008 www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 21 June 2008:- Ludlow Fringe & Jazz Festival, |
| Time: 8.30 pm to Midnight Venue: The Bull Hotel, Ends: 06/07/2008 In the covered courtyard. Free admission, surcharge on drinks. www.bull-ludlow.co.uk |
| 21 June 2008:- Richard III, |
| Time: 8.30pm Venue: Ludlow Castle, Ends: 05/07/2008 Northcott Theatre and Ludlow Festival Co-production of Richard III. Matinees also available please see website. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 21 June 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 21/06/2008 |
| 22 June 2008:- Colin Dexter/Gabriel Woolf, |
| Time: 3 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 22/06/2008 The author of Inspector Morse novels reads from his own and his favourite works. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 22 June 2008:- Festival Service, |
| Time: 11.30 am Venue: Parish Church, Ends: 22/06/2008 Michael Tavinor, Dean of Hereford Cathedral at St Laurence's Parish Church, Ludlow. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 22 June 2008:- Garden Fair, |
| Time: 10.00 - 5.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 22/06/2008 Shrubs, plants, furniture and ornaments for sale. |
| 22 June 2008:- Inspector Morse film, |
| Time: 7 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 22/06/2008 The Silent World of Nicholas Quinn, Inspector Morse film. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 22 June 2008:- Magnalonga, |
| Time: Venue: Starting in Ludlow, Ends: 22/06/2008 Slow Food's leisurely walk through Ludlow's countryside, with stops to enjoy the views and a 5 course lunch of local food and drink. Tickets still available. Booking essential. Tel 01584 873957 www.foodfestival.co.uk/magnalonga/ |
| 23 June 2008:- Coach Tour, |
| Time: 9 am - 6 pm Venue: Start Mill Street, Ends: 23/06/2008 Explore reminders of the once boom industry, of flannel making, still etched into the mid-Wales landscape of Llanidloes. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 23 June 2008:- Lunchtime Concert, |
| Time: 12 noon Venue: St Johns Church, Ends: 23/06/2008 The Vent Cinq Wind Quintet introduce both traditional wind repertoire and more diverse music into their performances. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 23 June 2008:- Ukelele Orchestra, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Parish Church, Ends: 23/06/2008 www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 24 June 2008:- Festival Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 24/06/2008 Wide selection of country crafts. |
| 24 June 2008:- Festival Walk, |
| Time: 9.30 am Venue: Smithfield Car Park, Ends: 24/06/2008 Festival Walk www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 24 June 2008:- Lunchtime Concert, |
| Time: 12 noon Venue: All Saints Church, Richards Castle, Ends: 24/06/2008 Harmon 8 specialise in close harmony pieces, ranging from modern 'Swingle Singers' music to traditional madrigals and eight-part choral works. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 25 June 2008:- L'Elisir d'Amore, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Parish Church, Ends: 25/06/2008 A charming comic opera set in a Basque village during the 19th Century. For this prodution Opera Box will be using their own English translation. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 25 June 2008:- Lunchtime Concert, |
| Time: 12 noon Venue: Methodist Church, Ludlow, Ends: 25/06/2008 The Zollisi Duo offers a diverse range of repertoire from virtuosic recital pieces to popular classics www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 26 June 2008:- Beer and Sausages at Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 26/06/2008 Our usual farmers market will be hosting a special beer and sausages event. Breweries local to Ludlow will be pulling the pints and sharing their knowledge with customers. Come and join us for some local beer and a Ludlow sausage. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 26 June 2008:- Coach Tour, |
| Time: 9am Venue: Mill Street, Ends: 26/06/2008 A tour of Kinnersley Castle, Hay and Francis Kilvert country anround Clyro and Bredwardine. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 26 June 2008:- Festival Walk, |
| Time: 9.30 am Venue: Smithfield Car Park, Ends: 26/06/2008 A seven-mile walk starts with a fairly steep climb up to Flounders' Folly. The walk then moves along part of Wenlock Edge to view the historic working farm at Acton Scott. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 26 June 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 26/06/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 26 June 2008:- Youth Dance Showcase 2008, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 26/06/2008 Local schools and private dance schools contribute to make this a special evening for students and lovers of dance. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 27 June 2008:- All the Kings Men, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Parish Church, Ends: 27/06/2008 Songs and dance from plays and entertainments performed at the Globe and Blackfriars theatres. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 27 June 2008:- Jazz Festival, |
| Time: Venue: The Bull Hotel, Ends: 29/06/2008 Top jazz musicians in covered courtyard. Tickets only. Lunchtime & Evening |
| 28 June 2008:- Friends Reception, |
| Time: 12 noon Venue: Ludlow Castle, Ends: 28/06/2008 Friends Reception www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 28 June 2008:- Gardens Through Time, |
| Time: 10.30 am Venue: Feathers Hotel, Ends: 28/06/2008 Paul Stamper will show how we can still find our way into landscapes of the past. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 28 June 2008:- Opera Babes, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Parish Church, Ends: 28/06/2008 The international singing sensations perform an enchanting acoustic evening of classical favourites. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 29 June 2008:- Craft & Country Fair, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 29/06/2008 |
| 29 June 2008:- Queen's College Choir, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Parish Church, Ends: 29/06/2008 Enjoy a broad repertoire from the choir. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 30 June 2008:- Henrietta Spencer-Churchill, |
| Time: 2.30 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 30/06/2008 Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill traces the story of her family. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 30 June 2008:- Stanley Wells, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 30/06/2008 Is it true what they say about Shakespeare? Professor Stanley Wells www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 01 July 2008:- Coach Tour, |
| Time: 9 am Venue: Mill Street, Ends: 01/07/2008 Explore the once boom flannel making industry that is still etched into the mid-Wales lanscape. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 01 July 2008:- Festival Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 01/07/2008 Wide selection of country crafts. |
| 02 July 2008:- Festival Walk, |
| Time: 9.30 am Venue: Smithfield CP, Ends: 02/07/2008 A three mile walk, visiting Boscobel House and the splendid church at Tong. (Please bring English Heritage membership card for £3 refund.) www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 02 July 2008:- History Lecture, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 02/07/2008 Brother against brother. Ludlow and district in the English Civil War 1642-1651. Dr David Lloyd www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 03 July 2008:- Coach Tour, |
| Time: 9 am Venue: Mill Street, Ends: 03/07/2008 Kinnersley and Kilvert www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 03 July 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 03/07/2008 |
| 03 July 2008:- Dr Phill Stone, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Feathers Hotel, Ends: 03/07/2008 Richard III - a bloody tryant? Dr Phil Stone www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 04 July 2008:- Simon Hoggart, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 04/07/2008 The Hamster that loved Puccini www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 05 July 2008:- Bellet Central, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Assembly Rooms, Ends: 05/07/2008 Renowned for their vibrant performances and inspiring artistry. www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 05 July 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 05/07/2008 |
| 06 July 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 06/07/2008 |
| 06 July 2008:- Festival Pop concert/ fireworks, |
| Time: 8pm Venue: Ludlow Castle, Ends: 06/07/2008 The biggest sixties concert ever!! www.ludlowfestival.co.uk |
| 10 July 2008:- Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 10/07/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 12 July 2008:- Yarpole Village Fete, |
| Time: 2pm Venue: Lower House Farm Yarpole, Ends: 12/07/2008 Traditional Village Fete - Brass Band, Cream Teas, Tug of War, Lugg Valley Archers and lots of Stalls |
| 13 July 2008:- Book and Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.30 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 13/07/2008 |
| 13 July 2008:- Soapbox Derby, |
| Time: 10.00 Venue: Richards Castle, Ends: 13/07/2008 Fantastic day out for the whole family, glorious views and loads to see and do. www.richardscastlesoapbox.co.uk |
| 19 July 2008:- Hole in the Wall Concert, |
| Time: 6.00pm Venue: Hopton Court, Ends: 19/07/2008 Annual Open Air Concert in the walled garden at Hopton Court Hopton Wafers with live bands, 'Treacle', 'The Facez' with Garry Pease featuring as Rod Stewart and also headlining Killer Queen with Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury. Camping, free parking,bar and pig roast. Discounted tickets available booking online. www.holeinthewallconcert.co.uk |
| 19 July 2008:- Mortimer Country Food Fare, |
| Time: 9am-5pm Venue: The Bookery, Brampton Bryan, Ends: 19/07/2008 A one day event celebrating local food producers and highlighting some of the dishes that can be made from some of the 1,000's of cookery books stocked at Aardvark Books. Also includes live music, art display and childrens activities. Free Entry. All Welcome. www.aardvark-books.com |
| 20 July 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 20/07/2008 |
| 20 July 2008:- Malvern Band Concert, |
| Time: 3.00 onwards Venue: Dinham, Millennium Green, Ends: 20/07/2008 Music by the Riverside. Admission free. |
| 24 July 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 24/07/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 26 July 2008:- STC mini music festival 2008, |
| Time: 11:30 am to 11:45 pm both days Venue: Leintwardine Halls, SY7 0LX, Ends: 27/07/2008 2 day charity music festival. Licenced Bar. 2 stages. 32 bands from all over the country. In aid of Save the Children. Weekend tickets £20, day tickets £15, free camping. www.myspace.com/stcminimusicfestival |
| 26 July 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 26/07/2008 |
| 02 August 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 02/08/2008 |
| 03 August 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 03/08/2008 |
| 05 August 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 05/08/2008 |
| 07 August 2008:- Burwarton Show, |
| Time: 08.30 Venue: Burwarton, Ends: 07/08/2008 A great day out for all the family in beautiful South Shropshire with something for everyone. Wide variety of classes for heavy horses, cattle, sheep, goats, horses & ponies, WI, handicraft, floral art, children and horticultural. Trade stands, Shopping Arcade, Craft Demonstration marquee, local Food Court, conservation. Fly fishing demonstrations, vintage tractors and static engine displays. www.burwartonshow.co.uk |
| 07 August 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 07/08/2008 |
| 10 August 2008:- Book and Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.30 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 10/08/2008 |
| 12 August 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 12/08/2008 |
| 13 August 2008:- CrimeFest at the Castle, |
| Time: 7.30 pm Venue: Ludlow Castle, Ends: 13/08/2008 An evening with nine notable crime writers: Kate Charles, Deborah Crombie, Priscilla Masters, Caro Peacock, Anne Perry, Phil Rickman, Marcia Tallley, Andrew Taylor and Rebecca Tope. Panel discussion, Q&A, meet and mingle.Tickets strictly limited to 100. £5 including a glass of wine. Available from Castle Bookshop, 5 Castle Street, Ludlow (01584 872562) www.katecharles.com |
| 14 August 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 14/08/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 17 August 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 17/08/2008 |
| 19 August 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 19/08/2008 |
| 21 August 2008:- Ludlow Green Festival, |
| Time: Venue: , Ends: 25/08/2008 Events, Workshops, Walks, Big Green Fair August 24th. Programme - Call 01584 875501 or www,greenfestival.co.uk or ludlowgreenfest@btinternet.com www.greenfestival.co.uk |
| 24 August 2008:- Craft & Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 24/08/2008 |
| 25 August 2008:- Fun Day & Duck Race, |
| Time: 2.00 pm onwards Venue: Dinham, Millennium Green, Ends: 25/08/2008 Family entertainment. Dinham, Millennium Green. |
| 26 August 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 26/08/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 27 August 2008:- Craft and Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 27/08/2008 |
| 28 August 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 28/08/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 31 August 2008:- Charity Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 3.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 31/08/2008 |
| 04 September 2008:- Craft & Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 04/09/2008 |
| 06 September 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 06/09/2008 |
| 07 September 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 07/09/2008 |
| 11 September 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 11/09/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 12 September 2008:- Ludlow Marches Food & Drink Festival, |
| Time: All Day Venue: Ludlow - town and castle, Ends: 14/09/2008 A feast of mouth watering events including cookery demonstrations, produce market, sausage trail and marquees bursting with the very best of food and drink producers and suppliers from the Marches. Ludlow Castle and various venues around town. For more information visit our web site. www.foodfestival.co.uk |
| 17 September 2008:- Brown Clee Charity Ride, |
| Time: first horse 10am last 2pm Venue: Heath Stables near Peaton, Ends: 17/09/2008 We are holding a 10mile charity fun ride in aid of the MIDLAND RACEHORSE CARE CENTRE 111526. Come and enjoy the most beautiful countryside in Shropshire. Optional jumps on the ride. Fancy dress optional. Prize for best dressed. Rosettes. Refreshments. First Aid. £10 a horse £8 ex-racers. www.midlandracehorsecarecentre.org.uk |
| 21 September 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 21/09/2008 |
| 25 September 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 25/09/2008 www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 27 September 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 27/09/2008 |
| 28 September 2008:- Book and Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.30 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 28/09/2008 |
| 02 October 2008:- Craft & Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 02/10/2008 |
| 05 October 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 05/10/2008 |
| 09 October 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 09/10/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 12 October 2008:- Book and Craft Market, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.30 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 12/10/2008 |
| 18 October 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 18/10/2008 |
| 19 October 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 19/10/2008 |
| 23 October 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 23/10/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 25 October 2008:- Craft Fayre, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 25/10/2008 |
| 25 October 2008:- Showing Off, |
| Time: 10.00 - 5.00 Venue: Ludlow College, Ends: 26/10/2008 Contemporary craft show by Ludlow Designers, Makers and Guests. |
| 26 October 2008:- Halloween Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 26/10/2008 |
| 29 October 2008:- Castle Green Games, |
| Time: 10.00 - 3.00 Venue: Ludlow Castle, Ends: 29/10/2008 Games, Have-a-go-Archery; Birds of Prey (with flying displays); Guided Tours - A Fun Family Day. |
| 02 November 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 02/11/2008 |
| 06 November 2008:- Craft & Country Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 06/11/2008 |
| 08 November 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 08/11/2008 |
| 13 November 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 13/11/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 15 November 2008:- Ludlow Choral Society 150th Anniversary Session, |
| Time: 7.30 Venue: St Laurence's Church, Ends: 15/11/2008 Bach's Mass in B-minor. Tickets £12, £10 & £6. Tel: 01584 876901. |
| 16 November 2008:- Antique & Flea Market, |
| Time: All day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 16/11/2008 |
| 22 November 2008:- Zani Lady Indoor Flea Market, |
| Time: Venue: Harley Centre, Castle Square, Ends: 22/11/2008 |
| 27 November 2008:- Ludlow Local Produce Market, |
| Time: 9.00 - 2.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 27/11/2008 A farmers' market with over 40 stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. www.localtoludlow.org.uk |
| 29 November 2008:- Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre, |
| Time: 10.00 - 4.00 Venue: Ludlow Castle, Ends: 30/11/2008 All the ingredients of a traditional Christmas in a medieval market wit |