Family Friendly
If you’re visiting Shrewsbury with kids, we've plenty of exciting and child-friendly venues and activities to choose from.
Family Friendly features
Posted 13 February 2025
The Magic Formula Behind Britain's Favourite Market
There’s never been any doubt in locals’ minds that Shrewsbury Market Hall is the best in the country, and it’s just been crowned Britain’s Favourite…
Posted 12 February 2025
Five things to do in Shrewsbury this February half term
There's plenty to keep the kids entertained in Shrewsbury this February half-term! From fun with Molly the Witch to getting creative with a…
Posted 1 February 2025
Discover Shrewsbury this February
Make the shortest month count with everything Shrewsbury has to offer – from romantic meals to half-term play.
Posted 30 January 2025
Your Shrewsbury Bucket List
Sometimes, we take things for granted, especially if we're used to seeing them every day – and this can be very true of your local town. Seeing…
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Posted 10 January 2025
Add These Shrewsbury Dates to Your 2025 Calendar
There's always something to do in Shrewsbury. We update this post throughout the year -- visit often, and get these key dates for 2025 in your…
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Posted 9 September 2024
Shrewsbury Pride Festival 2024
After an incredible debut in 2023, Shrewsbury Pride 2024 is set to be bigger, better, louder and prouder. Use our handy what's on guide and discover…
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Posted 6 August 2024
Free and low-cost activities for families in Shrewsbury this summer
Everyone knows the summer holidays can add up, but the best bit about visiting Shrewsbury is that your holiday doesn't have to break the bank!
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Posted 1 August 2024
What not to miss at Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2024
The annual Shrewsbury Folk Festival returns this August Bank Holiday, Friday 23-26, for a four-day celebration of the best in folk, Americana, blues…
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Posted 4 June 2024
Discover Shrewsbury Sculpture Trail 2024
The ever-popular Shrewsbury Arts Trail returns this summer and it's going to be a supersized year, with a sculpture trail featuring artwork by…
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Family Friendly events
Shrewsbury Library Lego Club
Children of all ages welcome. Come along and enjoy building and playing!
01 March 2025
Rhyme Time
Join Shrewsbury Library for rhymes and songs for children up to five years old. The session encourages families to share books and rhymes as early as…
24 February 2025
Hundreds of Beavers LIVE + Q&A (12A)
Destined for cult classic status, this silent slapstick comedy pits drunken applejack salesman Jean Kayak, against hundreds of beavers, all played by…
07 March 2025
National Lottery Open Week at the Flaxmill
As a thank you the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings are offering a free chance for National Lottery…
20 March 2025
Mini Mammoths
Mini Mammoths run every Thursday during term timeThis is a very popular, whole-museum experience for children aged 1-5 to discover, play, connect and…
27 February 2025
Buzzy Beats Spring Term 2025
Fridays during term time at The Hive Shrewsbury.Set your children off on a creative, music-filled journey in this engaging weekly workshop for…
28 February 2025
Family Friendly businesses
Save the Children
Save the Children is an international children's rights charity that operates in 115 countries. It provides unique care to children to keep them…
Brown's
Brown's hairdressers have many years' experience in providing a range of salon services to men, women and children alike. Services include hair cuts,…
Mother Hubbard's
Fish & Chips are loved by every generation. Are you looking for crispy batter on the tastiest fish, succulent chips & perfect mushy…
Open Today 11:00AM - 11:00PM
Mollie's
Mollies is a modern sweetshop selling traditional British sweets and American candy. The store in Shrewsbury's Charles Darwin Shopping Centre has a…
Taste of Shrewsbury
Taste of Shrewsbury is a small family business offering both takeaway and eat-in facilities, including the gallery tea room that seats thirty-two…
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 8:00AM - 5:00PM
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