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Arts Festivals

Bridgnorth District is in the enviable position of having a number of vibrant and varied arts festivals throughout the year. We recognise the important role that these events play both economically and culturally in the District and aim to encourage their growth and development.

Through working closely with Shropshire County Council's Arts Development Officer for Festivals, Events and Marketing, we are able to offer links to a network of festival organisers in the County, advice and training opportunities.

Arts festivals which meet a number of criteria are able to receive grants from Bridgnorth District Council through the Arts Festival grant scheme.

For smaller events funding may be available through Bridgnorth District Arts. 

Events 2008

This year Bridgnorth District Council has divided its budget to support several exciting festivals.

Festival at the Edge

Much Wenlock hosts the Festival at the Edge (18th - 22nd July 2008) which is a celebration of story telling where you can experience tales from around the world that will make you laugh, cry and wonder. FATE is for everyone - for people looking for something new as well as for those already bitten by the story bug.

Bridgnorth "Live" Music Festival

The August Bank Holiday sees the launch of the 9-day Bridgnorth "Live" Music Festival (22nd August - 29th August 2008). A festival which celebrates local musical talent and stages a live concert in Bridgnorth town's high street on the 24th August.

Bridgnorth Jazz Festival

As the autumn sets in, the Bridgnorth Jazz Festival (24th - 26th October 2008) takes place staging concerts in Theatre on the Steps and pubs throughout the town.

Other Events

Other festivals taking place in Bridgnorth District this year include:

• Children's Festival (24th - 25th August)