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Castle Clog - Step clog folk dancers. Covers practice times and repertoire.

Portraits By Hart - Photographic portrait studio specialising in families, groups, children, and pets. Contains examples of work, and contact details.

Rock Cafe 2000 - Live music venue. Contains a gig guide, opening times, and history of the cafe.

Schudio - Portfolio of illustration work by graffiti artist.

West Midlands Eurythmy Association and School - Offers training in stage performing, pedagogical studies and meditational self development.

Katie Fitzgerald's - Live music venue in Stourbridge offering roots, Irish, folk and blues gigs.

Portman Gallery - Sales of limited edition prints, original art and sculptures. Includes online ordering and contact information.

Absolute Strings - Internationally established electric violinist, available for corporate entertainment. Based in Stourbridge.

Talbot Hotel - 17th Century coaching inn. Includes a guide to rooms and facilities, online booking and restaurant menu.

Stourbridge Amateur Operatic Society - Performs operettas and modern musicals. Background, past and future shows, plus members' area.

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