There are lots of local events being planned which make a visit to the Old Hall even more enticing. Just to whet your appetite………
Attingham Park-there are acres of lovely walks through the deer park and the Regency Mansion is open daily from 10.00am. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/attinghampark
Attingham Park has just announced the first of its summer Outdoor Thetare Performances kicking off on Saturday 18th June with the War of the Worlds. For tickets or future events www.nationaltrust.org.uk/attingham-park/whats.on
The Shrewsbury Food Festival has gained a massive fan base and this year will be held on 25th and 26th June in Shrewsbury Quarry Park. www.shrewsburyfoodfestival.co.uk
The Quarry Park hosts a welcome return after two years of virtual reality shows, to the live world famous Shrewsbury Flower Show on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th August. Apart from top floral exhibits from all over the UK, the show really does have something for everyone. The arena has a packed agenda with top grade show jumping, fun events, music, military bands and closes each night with a show stopping firework display set to music. The lecture marquee has a varied programme of lectures and demonstrations with top tips from well known horticulturists and the Show's own Gardeners' Question time. There is a major shopping area and lots of food and drink options. www.shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk
The Ludlow Fringe Festival now in its 10th year is on from the 18th june to 10th July www.ludlowfringe.co.uk
The acclaimed Ludlow and Marches Food and Drink Festival from Fri 9th until Sun 11th September. www.ludlowfoodfestival.co.uk
Shrewsbury Proms in the Park is being held at the West Midlands showground on Saturday 10th September. It will feature classics from 'Last Night of the proms' performed by the opera singer Holly Teague & the 40 piece Midlands Proms Orchestra.
Check out www.eatshrewsbury.co.uk for other local food themed events.
The August Bank Holiday weekend has the annual Shrewsbury Steam Rally which attracts entrants from all over the UK. www.shrewsburysteamrally.co.uk
Shrewsbury Farmers’ Market held on the 1st Friday of each month in The Square, Shrewsbury.
Made in Shropshire ‘Fair in the Square’ held in The Square, Shrewsbury on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
Visit Shropshire is a great site to visit to find attractions throughout Shropshire www.visitshropshire.co.uk