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Posted 19 January 2026
Where to experience live music in Shrewsbury
The music scene in Shrewsbury is vibrant, diverse and exciting! From small intimate gigs through to world-class festivals, you'll never be short of…
Posted 3 December 2024
Late Night Shopping in Shrewsbury this December
Wednesdays in December will see Shrewsbury town centre retailers extend their hours so that customers can have extra time to tick off their Christmas…
Posted 9 October 2025
Mini Mural Trail: Myths, Legends and Folktales of Shropshire
Shrewsbury's talented artists have been out in force decorating signal boxes and bollards with murals inspired by the myths, legends and folklore of…
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Posted 10 November 2026
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas in Shrewsbury
A festive itinerary to the home of the Christmas spirit!
Posted 15 August 2026
Back to school shopping in Shrewsbury
Whether you need shoes & kit for your little ones, sixth form fashion for older teens or the care package to send your nest leaver off with…
Posted 12 August 2026
"Art doesn't have to be elitist" - the evolution of The Soden Collection
As the Soden Collection prepares for its next chapter in Shrewsbury, we sent local writer Stella for a chat with the man behind it all.
Posted 9 June 2026
Top 10 must sees at this year's Shrewsbury Folk Festival
Shrewsbury Folk Festival returns this August Bank Holiday (August 28-31) for its annual four-day celebration at the DMOS People West Mid Showground.…
Posted 8 May 2026
Celebrate Attenborough's 100th by getting in touch with the nature on your doorstep
Today, 8th May 2026, Sir David Attenborough turns 100 years old. For a century, he has invited us to look more closely at the natural world — to slow…
Posted 2 April 2026
Our Guide: A Restorative Weekend in Shrewsbury & the Shropshire Hills
Stay in town, stride into the landscape: three days of big skies, market-town charm and walking in the world-famous Shropshire Hills.
Posted 19 January 2026
Where to experience live music in Shrewsbury
The music scene in Shrewsbury is vibrant, diverse and exciting! From small intimate gigs through to world-class festivals, you'll never be short of…
Posted 15 January 2026
Extremely Rare Medieval Manuscript Discovered in Shrewsbury
A 14th-century manuscript has been discovered within Shrewsbury School's library, and is identified as the only complete surviving copy of Richard…
Posted 6 January 2026
Shrewsbury's historic threshold mosaics
Hints of Shrewsbury’s history can be spotted throughout the town. Oftentimes you need to be looking up, but for these gems you’ll need to be staring…
Posted 5 January 2026
What's coming to Shrewsbury in 2026?
There's always something to do in Shrewsbury. We update this post throughout the year -- visit often, and get these key dates for 2026 in your…
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