Posted 25 Sept 2023

Your guide to Halloween in Shrewsbury

Rich in history and folklore, with more than a few hair-raising tales to tell, Shrewsbury is the perfect setting for spooky events. Here are some ideas to help you get into the spirit this Halloween.
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Ghost tours and hunts

Shrewsbury is considered one of the most haunted towns in the United Kingdom, and with over 1,200 years of history, it's no wonder!

Whether by boat on the Severn or on foot through the town's shuts and passageways, discover the darker side of Shrewsbury, with murders, suicides, hauntings and more.

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Family-friendly Halloween events

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Adult only Halloween events

Halloween offers

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Get in the spooky spirit with these haunting stories

Shrewsbury, with its medieval streets, shuts and passageways, and gory history is said to be one of the most haunted towns in the UK. If you go down to the town after dark, you never know who or what you might meet... Discover Shrewsbury's haunted tales here.


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