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 10 April 2025
Easter Holidays in Shrewsbury
It can be tough to keep the kids entertained during the holidays - but Shrewsbury has you covered! From craft sessions to film screenings and…
Posted 1 March 2025
Celebrate Mother's Day in Shrewsbury
Whoever you're celebrating this Mothering Sunday, you’re sure to find an indulgent treat guaranteed to impress from these Shrewsbury businesses.
Posted 28 February 2025
Enjoy spring in Shrewsbury this March
This month has lots to offer as we hurtle into spring -- from celebrating women and mothers to hunting down sweet treats for Pancake Day, do it all…
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…
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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…
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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.
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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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Family Friendly events
Clay Workshop
People have been making pottery for thousands of years. Learn about the techniques used by ancient Bronze Age people to decorate their distinctive…
16 April 2025
Easter Wednesday Wildlings at The Cut
Wildlings is a fantastic outdoor toddler group for under 5s, with mud, water and messy play! Aimed at 0 - 5 year olds, the popular Wildlings sessions…
16 April 2025
Eggs and Nests
A drop-in event at The Cut. Learn all about birds’ eggs and nests, ready for Easter. Explore Shropshire Wildlife Trust's collection of perfect…
17 April 2025
Shrewsbury Easter Dash
With 2.5K, 5K and 10K options and a completely flat, fast paced route this is a perfect event for all ages and abilities. Whether it is families…
19 April 2025
Rude Science
The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world. Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ hilarious, high-tech,…
19 April 2025
Shropshire Primary Schools Half Marathon
The 2024 Shropshire Primary Schools Half Marathon enables children to complete their very own cumulative half marathon on race weekend. The first 12…
20 April 2025
Family Friendly businesses
Peaberry
Peaberry is an independent grand café bar located in the former Shearmans Hall Building on Milk Street. With a small outside terrace, it is a…
Open Today 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Bodycare
Bodycare was launched in 1970 by Graham and Margaret Blackledge on a market stall in Skelmersdale, Lancashire and has been serving customers for more…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
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
The Toybox
The Toybox Shrewsbury is a young vibrant company run by Vonny Simons and her team of enthusiastic toy hunters, who are determined to bring you the…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Amplifon
Founded in 1950, Amplifon is now the foremost hearing aid specialist in the world. Amplifon offers hearing care tailored to each individual's hearing…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Neal's Yard
Neal's Yard's passionate belief that beauty should be natural, not synthetic, has been at the heart of their business since they started, over 30…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
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