Posted 19 Apr 2023

Celebrate the Coronation in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury's coming together to celebrate The Coronation of The King and Queen Consort. Get ready for a bank holiday bursting with sunshine, good food and drink, and great events
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Castle screening

Shrewsbury Castle open-air screening

We're bringing the Coronation of The King and Queen Consort to the heart of Shrewsbury Castle with an open-airing screening!

Grab the family, pack yourself a picnic from Shrewsbury's amazing eateries, and kick back and relax on our bean bags and deck chairs as this once-in-a-lifetime unfolds on the big screen.

This event has now sold out.

Book your tickets

Jubilee throne

Take the ultimate royal selfie

Our royal thrones are heading back to Shrewsbury's town square on Saturday 6th May, giving you the chance to take the ultimate royal selfie.

Make sure to scan the QR code for the chance to win a £150 shopping voucher to a Shrewsbury town centre business of your choice.

Coronation events

Children's Coronation events

Bank holiday weekend events

Pick up a picnic

Pick up a picnic

If you're out and about this Coronation bank holiday - there's nothing quite like eating in the great outdoors! Whether you're picking up lunch to go, or assembling your own hamper, Shrewsbury's businesses are on hand with some truly mouth-watering fare.

Find your picnic essentials

Beer garden

Find the perfect beer garden

Bank holidays are made for relaxing with a cold drink in a quintessentially British beer garden. Discover which restaurants, cafes, bars, and pubs offer alfresco dining with our handy guide. Whether you prefer a quiet courtyard or dining street-side in our weekend pedestrianisation, these Shrewsbury eateries are ready to tantalise your tastebuds.

Shrewsbury's outdoor dining spaces

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Pick up your street party and BBQ essentials

If you're in need of groceries or delicious treats for your Jubilee street party or bank holiday BBQs then look no further than Shrewsbury! From small supermarkets to one-off delis you can find them all here.

Shrewsbury's trusty delis and butchers are packed with local produce and meats - make sure to head to Barkworths, Shrewsbury's largest independent fishmongers, and Appleyards for all your delicious deli essentials. And Shrewsbury's award-winning Market Hall is a must-visit for a mix of fresh and organic produce alongside award-winning artisan chocolates and drinks.

For those essential bank holiday tipples make sure to head to Tanners Wines, Wrekin Whiskies, Iron & Rose and Everymans, and for those looking for something non-alcoholic check out Dry, Shrewsbury's 0% bottle shop.

Coronation offers

Coronation memorabilia

Pick up some Coronation decorations and memorabilia

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