A recital with Roderick

Roderick Williams is one of Europe’s most sought-after baritone singers. On 14th April, he will be performing at St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, accompanied by Susie Allen. A long-established partnership, they have appeared in the UK’s leading concert halls and festivals, as well as on BBC Radio. is evening’s programme will include Schumann’s Dichterliebe, Hensel’s Der Abendstern, and songs by Brahms and Josephine Lang. Early booking is advisable for what will be a rst-class concert. £22. www.shropshiremusictrust.co.uk

WHAT’S ON IN BRIEF 11TH-17TH MARCH

•From 11th March, ‘Painting with Words’ and Spring Open Exhibition, Willow Gallery, Oswestry The new exhibition features works inspired by story, myth and language. Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. Willow 56 Café is also open at these times.

•11th March, Spring Wreath Workshop, Nettie of the Gorge, Ironbridge Under expert guidance, design and make a spring wreath using fresh seasonal materials. 3-5pm. £60 including a glass of fizz. Booking essential. Other dates available.

•11th-12th & 18th-19th March, Wenlock Olympian Arts

Festival, The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock This annual youth festival celebrates skills in performance and creativity. Winners are awarded Wenlock Olympian medals. Free to view.

•12th-25th March, Jon Young Art, Bear Steps Gallery, St Alkmonds Place, Shrewsbury Jon’s spring show includes landscapes from North Shropshire and North Wales, pen and ink drawings, plus a venture into pop art in his Icons series. 10am-5pm. Free.

•12th March, Shrewsbury 10k Starting and ending in Quarry Park, the Hatfields 10k takes in the best of Shrewsbury and the River Severn. 9am. £27.

•17th March, Rich Hall – Shot from Cannons, Festival Drayton Centre The funnyman from across the pond returns with knife-edge observations and musical interludes. Over-14s only. 8pm. £17.

WHAT’S ON IN BRIEF 17TH-26TH MARCH

•17th-19th March, British Alpaca Society Show, Telford International Centre The alpaca event of the year will see approx. 650 alpacas competing in various championships, as well as World of Alpaca exhibits designed to inspire, advise and educate about all things alpaca. Tickets £2 (family £5), all entry proceeds to Severn Hospice.

•19th March, Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea, Ludlow Farmshop Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in the conservatory at Ludlow Farmshop, including their own homemade jam and a complimentary glass of fizz for Mum. 3-5pm. £17.95 (child £8.95). Advance booking only.