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FEBRUARY Saturday 8th Lantern Walk 2020 Join St Richard’s Hospice at dusk to walk a beautiful 1.5-mile route around the grounds of National Trust Croome court and help light up the night sky. Whether you’re joining to remember a loved one or just to enjoy the picturesque setting of Croome, the evening is set to be a magical experience for all. All participants over the age of 5 will receive a lantern and LED candle to carry along the route. Glow sticks will be provided for under 5’s, lighting up the parkland of Croome in procession as we make our way around the route. Certain areas along the route will be spectacularly lit up, giving you the opportunity to experience Croome like never before. Adult and children tickets also include a tea, coffee, hot chocolate or a soft drink – we encourage you to bring your own reusable cups for hot drinks where possible. Tickets

are non-refundable, Adults £20; Children £1; Under 5’s – Free.

Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th Guildhall Worcester Ghost Hunt Dare you enter this brand new location at the Guildhall in Worcester to your Most Haunted Experience? From grand rooms to dark lower levels. Dare you enter? Can not wait to investigate this fantastic location. Will the spirits that reportedly haunt here come out to play? Dark fi gures seen and loud footsteps heard when no one is around. What will you encounter? £39 per person, 9-1pm.

Thursday 13th Before I Die Worcestershire - Let’s Talk About It Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome St, Worcester, WR1 1UH. 7pm – 9pm. Discussion about life and death and how we can make the very best of both led by Worcestershire group ‘Before I Die’. Tickets: Free. www.worcesterartsworkshop.org.uk

Friday 14th Murder Mystery Enjoy an evening of murder, mystery and fi ne dining as you put your detective skills to the test to solve the St Valentine’s Day Mascara. Take your seat for a sumptuous three-course Victorian dinner and witness the drama unfold. Not all guests will make it out alive, can you solve the mystery and work out whodunit? An alternative to the traditional Valentine’s evening, this event is designed for couples, singletons and groups alike. Tickets cost £59 per person, £54 for Sudeley Members. For full details, menu and tickets, visit Sudeley’s website.

Saturday 15th Love the Arboretum Ordinary people doing something extraordinary by creating an outdoor light gallery in the Arboretum, Worcester. All are welcome to explore this free enchanted trail

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of light made by the residents.If you live in the Arboretum district of Worcester, then we are hoping you will take part in the 2020 event on February 15th, 6-8pm.

Saturday 15th - Sunday 23rd Wassail Brockhampton Estate During the February school holidays take part in the Wassail Brockhampton Estate in Bromyard, Herefordshire. Come wassail the cold winter away and help the orchard and wildlife thrive this coming spring. Follow the clues and discover the peculiar traditions of the wassail, helping the fruit trees thrive here at Brockhampton. Price: £2.50 per trail.

Sunday 16th Roald Dahl and the Imagination Seekers All around the world Roald Dahl’s words are disappearing, not only from books but children’s minds too! Now only an organisation known as the ancient guild of tale tenders can save the stories - and they need your help. Roald Dahl and the Imagination Seekers is a theatrical and interactive experience, especially made for all the family to enjoy. It’s a thrilling story delivered through performance, games and creative play that explores Roald Dahl’s

extraordinary stories, including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG and The Twits along the way.. The event is at The Swan Theatre, 2pm. Ticket price: £12.

Monday 17th - Saturday 22nd The Cat and The Canary Bill Kenwright presents The Classic Thriller Theatre Company’s adaptation of The Cat and the Canary, by John Willard, adapted by Carl Grose and directed by Roy Marsden. This is a new version of the murderous mystery that inspired three classic fi lms starring the likes of Bob Hope, Olivia Hussey and Honor Blackman. Evening performances at 7.30pm, Malvern Theatres. Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm.

Tuesday 18th - Friday 21st Mythical Creatures Delve into a world of mythical creatures at Hartlebury Castle! Follow the fairy trail around the Castle, make your own unicorn or dragon bookmarks and create a pixie door to take home. Additional charge of £2 per child applies for the day’s craft activities. Standard admission applies.

Thursday 20th Eggs On Legs Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome St, Worcester, WR1 1UH. 12pm. Taking inspiration from the original wacky wordsmith, Dr Seuss, Garlic Theatre has cooked up a family puppet show all about eggs on legs. Tickets: £11.25 inc booking fee. www.worcesterartsworkshop.org.uk

Friday 21st Innaworx Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome St, Worcester, WR1 1UH. Innaworx is a new event exploring live electronic, music performance and visual art. Tickets: Free entry. www.worcesterartsworkshop.org.uk

Saturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd Spring Tractor World & Classic Commercial Show Large well established vintage, classic and modern tractor and vintage machinery show, 90% indoors in 4 halls. Over 100 specialist traders, clubs displays, garden, model and horticultural displays and more. Huge Saturday HJ Pugh Vintage Auction

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Sale ( over 2000 lots expected) over 5 rings. Sunday Classic Commercial drive in day and vintage sortout spares day. For more details call 01697 451882, email info@ markwoodwardclassicevents.com, or go to tractorworldshows.co.uk

Tuesday 25th Simon Deeley’s Blue Haze Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome St, Worcester, WR1 1UH. 7.45pm. Simon Deeley’s Blue Haze perform tracks from their new album Afan’s Dance. Rhythm-packed, in-the-groove, jazz-fusion tracks, alongside gentle atmospheric ballads. Tickets: £8. www.worcesterartsworkshop.org.uk

Thursday 27th Quiz Night Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome St, Worcester, WR1 1UH. 7.30pm. Hosted by Steve Wilson this quiz promises a fun and enjoyable nights of questions and general nonsense. All welcome! Tickets: £2 per person on the door. www.worcesterartsworkshop.org.uk

George & Elton: Faith & Love This is the fi rst, original and only full length tribute concert celebrating two of the world’s most beloved, celebrated and respected singer songwriters of all time. George Michael and Sir Elton John. Starring two of the U.K.’s most sought after tribute performers and featuring both of these legendary global superstars in the prime of their performing careers.All the hits you know and love, that will no doubt have you dancing in the aisles. Faith, Fast Love, I’m Still Standing, Rocketman ... And of course, the legendary collaboration Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me as a climactic fi nale is simply breath-taking. The voices, the looks, the mannerisms... The attention to detail is second to none making this show an absolute must see event. The event is taking place at The Artrix at 7.30pm.

Fred Zepplin 2018 marked the bands 25th year anniversary. During their time together they have had the honour of Led Zeppelin’s front-man Robert Plant attending three of their gigs and John Bonham’s son Jason even jammed with them on stage. These things the band are very proud of. It must surely also be the best recommendation any band could receive, and also assure

any Led Zeppelin fans apprehensive about seeing The Fredz. The concert will take place at 8 Ball & Arrows in Kidderminster, 7.30pm. Tickets are £9.90. To book call 01562 752814.

Saturday 29th WAW Live Lounge Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome St, Worcester, WR1 1UH. 7pm. Showcasing local artists and bands in Worcester, including sets from Ryan Sparrow, Hannah Law and Hannah Mac. Tickets: Free entry. www.worcesterartsworkshop.org.uk

Blind Lemon - The UK’s Hardest Hitting Cover Band Blind Lemon brought to you by Crackerjacks Children’s Trust in Partnership with Kidderminster Town Council and the Mayoral CharitiesOver 25 Years playing the best in Soul, Mod, New Wave, SKA and RnBMusic from the 60s, 70s, 80s 90s 00sIn Aid of Crackerjacks Children’s Trust. The event will held at Kidderminster Town Hall, 7.30pm. Band on stage 9pm. To book, call 01562 732158.