Round and About West Felton December 2023

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It is a long time since I sent Round and About West Felton Newsletter out to the Ruyton mailing list but as this is the Christmas issue, and there is so much useful and interesting information in it, do have a read.

We have COLLEEN HUGHES to thank for putting together this great publication.

Remember Felton and Ruyton were the two biggest townships of the XI - that`s a capital I, NOT a lower case i!

Coming films at Kinokulture Oswestry independent cinema

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Message from James Bond, Kinokulture, Oswestry independent cinema.

We all need a laugh in these dark winter nights... Off-beat comedy gold this Tuesday THE HUNDRED YEAR OLD MAN WHO CLIMBED OUT THE WINDOW AND DISAPPEARED - this is a lovely tale about how a single man can create history, like Forrest from FORREST GUMP. Allan is a mild-natured person, with an unknown fascinating past. He was the man behind the success of America's first atom bomb. He was the man who slipped the science to Russia and helped them build their own. He served in many wars, met many rulers from dictators to democrats, was pally with Einstein. He made history without even ever being mentioned in it. But now he is on the run from his retirement home with a suitcase full of money and a gang of gangsters behind him. The question is: will he survive this last adventure of his life?  This Tuesday Nov 21, 7.30pm. Tickets: www.oswestryfilmsociety.com/buy-tickets Other news & attractions: Tues Dec 12: Tickets are selling fast for MY NAME IS ALFRED HITCHCOCK, with the film's well-known TV impressionist ALISTAIR McGOWAN (pictured above) will be conducting a live Q&A in the cinema afterwards. (Note: it's a slightly earlier than usual start for this one at 7pm). The week before, Dec 5, we're marking the tenth anniversary to the day of the death of Nelson Mandela with the biopic MANDELA: THE LONG WALK TO FREEDOM. Idris Elba plays the title role. And on Dec 19, it's our Christmas special - the comedy TRADING PLACES. Festive nibbles supplied! More details and tickets via the Oswestry Film Society website www.oswestryfilmsociety.com Our new schedule for the start of 2024 will be announced soon. Any film suggestions are always welcome. In the spirit of local collaboration, note that the Attfield Theatre's Christmas comedy A Bunch Of Amateurs is on stage for the week from Mon Dec 4. www.attfieldtheatre.co.uk Find Out More

Each Slow Dusk a murder mystery set in Oswestry

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Message forwarded by Ingrid Knowles, Oswestry.net - will make a great Christmas present for someone

EACH SLOW DUSK - a murder mystery set it Oswestry by Dave Andrews, Oswestry Library

 

An ideal gift for people who know our town. A body is discovered at the foot of the Wilfred Owen statue in Cae Glas Park. DCI Gary Probert has three months to solve the crime before being recalled to Telford. In the meantime, he starts to fall in love with his new home. And then there's Elizabeth....

 

'…a Booka bestseller…' Booka, Oswestry.

 

'…So good that your novel projects such a positive image of our town…'

'…I loved the fact that it's set in Oswestry and I could picture where events took place…'

'…this series could do for Oswestry what Inspector Morse did for Oxford…'

'…a great detective story…'

 

£9.99. Available in Booka, Rowanthorn, Siop Cwlwm, Oswestry Library, Oswestry TIC or direct from the author at daveauthor54@gmail.com

 

A talk on the Mabinogion at Oswestry Library

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Message from Dave Andrews, Reader and Writer at Oswestry Library. Forwarded by Ingrid Knowles Oswestry.net

A talk by Dave Andrews at Oswestry Libary on Wednesday 6th December 

THE MABINOGION The Medieval Welsh tales which have had such a huge influence on the development of the romance in English, French and German literature and also, on the Arthurian Legend

Free but please book your place - See attached poster

Park Hall Sanda Experience starts 2nd December

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Message from Farmer Richard at Park Hall Countryside Experience

Santa Experience Tickets Are Live! For a magical Christmas experience for all the family, look no further than Park Hall. Visit Santa in his grotto on the farm, be dazzled by a lively interactive performance, and enjoy a whole farm's worth of fun! Here's a taste of what to expect! We offer fantastic value for money with everything included in your ticket price. This includes: ?? A visit to meet Santa in his special grotto in your family group ?? Every child receives a quality individually wrapped gift ?? The fantastic Elf Academy - Mission Impossible Show brought to you by the talented Farm Park Entertainments Company ???? Complimentary drinks and treats ?? Christmas crafts for kids  ?? 3-D glasses for each child that make Christmas lights come alive  ?? All the farm activities, play areas, pig racing, animals, and tractor rides are included too! The event is open on 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd and 24th December only. Remember spaces are limited, so book yours today! Buy Christmas Tickets A New Addition! We have a fantastic addition to our outdoor play areas... introducing the Kidbine! We hope to see you soon, Farmer Richard, the farm team and all the animals  ???????????????? PS: We're now on TikTok! Follow us at @parkhallfarm to keep up to date with our wonderful four-legged residents. Buy Tickets

Christmas bunting course for charity

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Message from Joanna Gears

CHRISTMAS BUNTING COURSE in aid of Linge Davies Cancer Fund

See attached poster for details

Kate Gittins, Shrewsbury Market Hall, Lifetime Achievement Award

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As a great supporter and user of the wonderful Shrewsbury Market Hall, I was delighted to read in the Shropshire Star that

KATE GITTINS, the market Manager for 17 years, has been awarded a NABNA (The Voice of Markets)                                       A LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

I remember, when I went to Shrewsbury on a regular basis, I rarely ventured down Pride Hill to the Market, it wasn`t worth it.  But , under Kate`s guidance, Shrewsbury Market Hall has changed out of all recognition and it is a thriving shopping center and place to enjoy exciting and ethnic food as well as eat and buy the best British food to take home.

There are also the more unusual stalls where you can buy items for the kitchen, carpets, wine, great second hand books, and a host of craft stalls to browse.

As I tell my B&B Guests, Shrewsbury Market Hall is a whole town under one roof.  

Many congratulations to Kate and her multi award winning Market

PLEASE SUPPORT SHREWSBURY MARKET HALL