Event season is in full swing in Shipston

WOOL FAIRThe spring and summer events season is well underway in Shipston, thanks to crowd-pleasing events such as the Wool Fair, Shipston Proms and Fish ‘n’ Frolics weekend.

At the end of May, Shipston celebrated its woolly heritage with a series of special events including a Totally Locally arts and crafts market, Jazz concert and  the Wool Fair itself. The Wool Fair photography competition was won by John Smith (adult category) and Noah Wilcox (children’s category), while everyone was wowed by the fabulous sheep-themed fancy dress competition entrants. Attracting hundreds of residents and visitors across the weekend, the events proved extremely popular, and set the tone for a busy calendar of community activities to come.

The 17th June saw the official launch of the Shipston Proms which is now in full swing. Events as varied as a traditional Ceilidh, children’s concerts, jazz and samba bands make up the varied programme which has already attracted lots of visitors to the town.

On the 2nd July, residents and visitors are expected to flock to the town square for the Last Night of the Proms. This free annual event is popular with all ages. This year, the event will be ‘Goin’ Local’ to celebrate talent close to home. Bands including Kinky Farnham and Wired will headline the night, with the winners of this year’s Fame contest also performing live.

There will be a short pause for breath before the next big event in the town – the annual Fish ‘n’ Frolics event held by Shipston Angling Club. This three-day festival starts on Friday 29th July at Shipston Sports Club. Having joined forces with Picnic on the Pitch, this year’s event will have even more to offer including live music and lots of activities for all the family. 

In the meantime, the organisers of Shipston’s Food Festival are already making great headway with their plans for this year’s festival, which will take place on the 18th September.

Commenting on the impressive line up of activities in 2016, Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: “We are very fortunate in this town that there are so many people willing to give up their time to put on these wonderful events. As a Wool Fair volunteer, I know just how much time and effort these events require and I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who helps ensure there is plenty of entertainment on offer throughout the year for Shipston residents”.

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