What’s on in Shropshire

Third Class - A Titanic Story

Theatre on The Steps, Bridgnorth

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Third Class: A Titanic Story Thursday 01st October 2026 A one-man theatre show based on the life of Titanic survivor, Edward Dorking. Edward was openly gay and on Wednesday, April 10th, 1912, he set sail for NYC on a ticket bought for him, by his parents in the hope his American family could put him 'right'. Third Class charts Edward's journey from boarding the Titanic to swimming for 30 minutes towards an already full, collapsable lifeboat and how he, upon arriving in New York would tour the Vaudeville circuit, recreating the stories for a fact-hungry public. But Edward didn't want fame; he wanted revenge. When everyone was talking about the deaths of millionaires and society figures, few were discussing the people who took the lion's share of the losses that night: the third class. Using music, movement, projection, and historical facts, Third Class tells the story of an unknown hero from a well-known story. "Theatrical Magic" Yorkshire Times The story doesn’t end when the curtain falls. This is a one-act play followed by a live Q&A, giving audiences the chance to experience Edward’s extraordinary story on stage before stepping beyond the performance and into the history behind it. After the play, join us for an in-depth conversation exploring Edward Dorking, the real events that inspired the production, the history of the Titanic’s third class and the questions raised by Edward’s story. Two parts. One extraordinary story.

JIVE TALKIN'

Shropshire

JIVE TALKIN’

Venue Hire

Jive Talkin’ is the UK’s premier tribute to the Bee Gees, capturing not just the unmistakable sound of the Gibb brothers but their spirit, humour, and brotherly bond.

THE NOISE NEXT DOOR

Shropshire

Funny stuff, made up on the spot. No gimmicks, no tricks – just the quickest, wittiest improvisers in the UK putting on a show to make you laugh like nobody’s business.

October Fest

The Quarry, Shrewsbury

Over 180 real ales, ciders, gins, wine, cocktails and more, paired with epic street food and tasty treats from local exhibitors. A huge live music stage with local bands providing the sing along hits, a comedy club providing epic giggles on Saturday night, a silent disco – perfect for singing your heart out, Friday Night Beer Tasting sessions.

Shropshire Oktoberfest

The Quarry, Shrewsbury

Beer, cider, gin, street food and live music from Shropshire producers and performers.

MOUNTAIN SONG

Shropshire

Mountain Song is a hard-driving bluegrass duo bringing the sound of the genre’s golden era back to the stage.

OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR

Venue Hire

Climb aboard for a night of ocean adventure!

OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR (12A)

Shropshire

Sense and Sensibility (PG)

Shropshire

Shropshire Stamp and Postcard Fair

Halls Auction Centre, Shrewsbury

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Long-forgotten stamp collections are set to be valued at an upcoming Shropshire event, which also aims to attract existing and budding philatelists. The Shropshire Philatelic Society is hosting its annual Stamp and Postcard Fair on Saturday 3rd October at Halls Auction Centre in Battlefield, Shrewsbury. Last year was among its most successful, attracting established collectors of stamps, postal history, and postcards, and those interested in starting the hobby from across the Midlands and beyond. Also invited are those who may have a collection in their home gathering dust, perhaps handed down from a relative and now in long-term storage. Society president Nick Webb said: “We know there are plenty of attics and cupboards out there containing stamp collections which may include valuable items. Often, these albums are handed down from generation to generation, but it’s easy to forget about them over time. “Not only could finding them out and bringing them to the Fair prove useful for their owners, but it also means we may uncover rare or unusual stamps which have unknowingly been hidden away for many years – or even decades. “The day is also the ideal opportunity for those considering stamp collecting as a hobby to come along and find out more. The great thing about stamps is that you can build a collection based around almost any theme you can think of – so people already interested in anything from art to astronomy, or science to sports, can build albums based on their existing passions.” Open from 10am to 4pm, there will be 12 dealers on hand to meet attendees, alongside Halls valuation specialist Andy Neal. Shropshire Philatelic Society was founded in 1947 and meets twice a month, with external speakers, an annual competition, and displays of members’ own material – which includes postcards and postal stationery as well as stamps. For more information about the society or the fair, visit www.facebook.com/shropshirephilatelicsociety or contact Nick Webb on 07780 996241 or email ncvwebb@gmail.com.

Whitchurch Blackberry Fair

Whitchurch town centre, Whitchurch

A town-centre celebration with music, stalls, street activity and community creativity.