Shropshire Event

Shrewsbury Weekend

Visit Shropshire with The Guild of Battlefield Guides including  Validation sessions, dinner & quiz, battlefield tour of Shrewsbury, visit to the RAF Cosford Museum and more..

HIGHLIGHTS:–

• Shropshire Regimental Museum, Shrewsbury with John Cotterill
  – See the Captured United States Colours in a former Marches strongpoint.

• Weekend based in a moated Tudor Manor House, now a 4* Hotel
  – In 1588 the County Militia’s RV when the Armada Beacons were fired. But how many answered the call and with what antiquated equipment?

• Validation Opportunities with the Validation Team
  – Have a go yourself or support and learn from others.

• The Shropshire War Poets with Viv Whelpton
  – Wilfred Owen, AE Housman and more.

• Battle of Shrewsbury (1403) Tour with Anthony Rich
  – The future King Henry V and Harry Hotspur fight to the death, whilst the King uses body doubles. But where are Owen Glendower & the Welsh?

• RAF Museum Cosford & Cold War Museum with Chris Finn
  – A wonderful aviation collection – including a Buccaneer cockpit for Chris!

• Plus Board Games Night, The Guild Quiz & Good Fellowship

DETAILS:-

• Modular Format: Pay for what you attend only; packages from £30
• Bookings: By Fri 23 Feb. Book accommodation direct with Albright Hussey Manor Hotel on 01939-290523, confirmed to Anthony Rich
• Validations: Book your validation slot with the Val Sec By Fri 16 Feb.
• Contact: For Queries, Problems or Further Details contact Anthony Rich on anthonyrich@virginmedia.com Tel (H) 0121-249- 9292 or (Mob) 07711-086189
• Price: Day rate for Sat only is £30, the full package is £225 for a single or £177.50 per head if sharing, plus a few miscellaneous minor incidentals, bar bills & lunch on Fri & Sun (Sat is included).