Where to go and what to do on and around the stunning Shotley peninsula this week

By Derek Davis

17th Aug 2023 | Local News

Romance, market and party time this weekend on peninsula (Picture: Pixabay)
Romance, market and party time this weekend on peninsula (Picture: Pixabay)

Welcome to your weekly what's on round up for the Shotley peninsula sponsored by The Red Lion in Chelmondiston

Every Thursday we collate all the eye-catching events occurring in this area over the weekend.

Read on for the peninsula's not to be missed outings this weekend, and remember, you can add your upcoming event for free using the black Nub It button.

Start your weekend fun at the famed Harkstead Market on Saturday morning.

A selection of food and craft stalls. Plus a 'cafe style' area to enjoy a cuppa, slice of cake and chat with friends.

Free parking and free entry.

More details here...

Also on Saturday, it is The Outlook at Wherstead's birthday party, so go along and join in.

More details here...

Romance is in the air Sunday too as the Lord Chamberlain's Men invite you to join them this summer at Wherstead Park, for the timeless and classic love story, Romeo and Juliet.

With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare himself, they present this great play as he first saw it, in the open air, with an all-male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music, and dance.

More details here...

Meanwhile, your children will love Smartypants crafts play sessions run by two experienced child minders in Alex and Charlotte.

They are welcoming children aged five -11 (and younger if older siblings will be attending.) This runs until the end of August.

Full details here...

Friday night is the guaranteed tasty Thali night at The Red Lion in Chelmondiston, in addition to its usual menu.

The Red Lion serves all the pub classics along with interesting dishes created around seasonal ingredients and local produce as much as possible. Children and dog friendly, there is also have a beautiful courtyard where you can enjoy a glass of wine or a pint or two.

They also serve a delicious roast every Sunday. Book now...

On Monday afternoon Tom with his Tot Rock is just one of the attractions at Shotley's Pop Up library.

Meanwhile, The Shipwreck is open for dog walkers, ramblers, sailors, sightseers and cyclists all weekend.

Plenty of outside seating with fascinating two counties views across the estuary.

Pop in for a meal, hot drink, or something a bit stronger.

Looking ahead to next Thursday, it's outdoor movie night at Wherstead park

Full details here...

For these, and many more events coming up go to our What's On page here, set it on your favourites, or add your events for free.

Our thanks to all our sponsors, The Red Lion in Chelmondiston , Shotley Marina and The Shipwreck and Spring Lodge for making this facility available to you, our readers, for free.

     

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