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Free and low-cost activities for families in Shrewsbury this summer
Fun-filled workshops at Shrewsbury Flaxmill
Throughout the summer holidays, Shrewsbury Flaxmill is hosting a series of FREE entry events and workshops.
Join the team on site as they explore the stories of fictional site cats, Flax and Barley. Help create their adventures around the Flaxmill Maltings, Shrewsbury and beyond!Plus, every Tuesday and Thursday the team will be running free family friendly activities, family friendly tours, and a fun paw trail to explore the stories of the site. As always, kids go free to the Mill Exhibition over the school holidays.
Explore the UK's wildlife at The Cut
Just a stone's throw from Shrewsbury's town centre you can find The Cut, home to Shropshire Wildlife Trust and a haven for budding naturalists. Throughout the summer holidays they're holding a series of free drop-in sessions giving kids the chance to get outdoors, and exploring the flora and fauna that can be found across the UK
August 9th - Butterflies, Bees & other Pollinators
August 16th - No Place like Home!
August 23rd - Beaks, Feet & Feathers
August 30th - Garden Safari
Free entry to Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
Entrance to Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery is now FREE! Explore over 1,000 years of local history with permanent exhibits exploring Shropshire's flora, fauna, and history.
This summer you can explore the works of internationally renowned artists including Salvador Dali, David Hockney, Tracey Emin, Andy Warhol and more at the Shrewsbury Arts Trail Exhibition.
Get Creative at The Hive
Shrewsbury's beloved community arts space The Hive offers a packed programme of creative learning opportunities for kids all year round, and is a great resource for parents looking for low-cost ways to keep kids from primary to teenaged occupied over the summer holidays.
Whether your kids want to try their hands at Taiko drumming or experimental drawing, bop along to interactive songs and stories with Sal and Mary, or try something a little more advanced with all-ages visual arts workshops, there's something here for everyone who likes to get creative - and prices start at just £5.
Explore the 2024 Shrewsbury Sculpture Trail
This summer, sculptures from a trio of world-renowned female artists have taken up residence around Shrewsbury.
Until August 31st you can view them absolutely free of charge at the Castle, the Dingle, Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery and St Mary's Church.
Discover Shrewsbury's Mini Murals
During the summer of 2021, Shrewsbury's artists came out in force to decorate 13 of Shrewsbury's town centre BT Boxes.
Sticking with an animal theme, you can find everything from bears to foxes and octopuses hidden amongst Shrewsbury's streets.
Soak up the sun at The Quarry Splash Park
Get your towels at the ready - The Quarry Splash Park is the perfect spot to cool down on a hot summer day! Find the splash park at the bottom of The Quarry, next to Porthill Bridge, open daily 10.30am-6pm until mid-September.
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