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Half term in Shrewsbury
Half term events
Splash Park now open for the summer
Get your swim towels at the ready - The Quarry Splash Park has reopened for the summer! The Splash Park is open 7 days a week, 10.30am-6pm, until mid-September.
Explore Shrewsbury's Mini-murals trail
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.
Don't let rain dampen your spirits
It may be raining outside, but that doesn't mean it's time for the fun to stop! There are plenty of indoor activities to keep the whole family entertained, from axe throwing to archery and board games - Shrewsbury has it all!
Half term offers
Places to go for family-friendly fun
The Cut Visitor Centre, Shropshire Wildlife Trust
The Shropshire Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre and Shop, or The Cut, is a beautiful arrangement of buildings and garden situated near Shrewsbury…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
Situated just outside Shrewsbury town centre, the internationally important Flaxmill Maltings site reflects a time when Shropshire led the way in…
Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery (SM&AG) sits proudly in the town square and is the county’s flagship museum and art gallery. Visitors will…
Nerdy
Nerdy is a board game café and events venue in Shrewsbury town centre. An alcohol-free, family-friendly, fully inclusive environment that offers an…
Open Today 9:00AM - 11:00PM
Paws Cafe
Step into Shropshire's first cat cafe! We have 11 resident cats; Nala, Simba, Elsa, Snowy, Marmalade, Binx, Lady Grey, Mocha, Cappucino, Darwin, and…
Shrewsbury Prison
The current prison buildings are Victorian, built in 1868 but there has been a prison on that site since 1793. The prison was decommissioned by the…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Quarry Swimming & Fitness Centre
Enjoy a swim in one of the pools, take a fitness class or visit the gym - which has a range of cardiovascular and resistance equipment. We offer…
Open Today 6:00AM - 9:00PM
The Sabrina Boat: River Tours of Shrewsbury
Join the Sabrina Boat and take in the beauty of Shrewsbury as you take a daytime cruise past the stunning Quarry Park and the town’s historic…
Open Today 11:00AM - 5:00PM
The Soldiers of Shropshire Museum
Weapons, medals and uniforms from the 18th century to the present day sit within the ancient, red sandstone walls, which tower above the town. Hunt…
Open Today 10:30AM - 4:00PM
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