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 5 August 2025
Folk Around and Find Out: Top 10 Not to Miss at Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2025
The incredibly popular Shrewsbury Folk Festival returns this August Bank Holiday for a four-day celebration of the best in folk, Americana, blues and…
Posted 5 August 2025
Looking ahead: A weekend at Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2025
Thousands of people will head to Shrewsbury over August Bank Holiday weekend as the town’s annual Folk Festival takes over the DMOS People West Mid…
Posted 31 May 2025
Free and low-cost activities for families in Shrewsbury this summer
Everyone knows the summer fun can add up, but the best bit about visiting Shrewsbury is that your holiday doesn't have to break the bank!
Posted 29 May 2025
Things to do indoors in Shrewsbury
Whether you're sheltering from the rain or looking to cool down, heading indoors doesn't mean it's time for the fun to stop! There are plenty of…
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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…
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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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Family Friendly events
Bad Guys 2 (PG)
The Bad Guys are struggling to accept their newly minted lives as Good Guys and revert to their old ways when they meet a new female squad of…
Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings - Free Summer Team Challenges
Cross the Minefield? Escape the Swamp? Save the Pond?Join Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings as they invite you and your family to tackle a series of…
Beyond the Mosaic
Join Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings throughout August for a series of free practical workshops.Responding to the community mosaic mural curated by…
Summer Reading Challenge - Flappy Butterflies
As part of our 'Story Garden' Summer Reading Challenge, come and make a flappy butterfly craft. Free to attend and no need to book.
Songs & Stories with Mary Keith & Sal Tonge
A happy interactive hour of engaging songs and stories with the wonderful Mary Keith and Sal Tonge. If you’ve been to a Buzzy Beats session, or…
Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2025
Shrewsbury Folk Festival combines a stellar line-up of folk, world music and Americana along with slick production and a friendly vibe, making this…
Family Friendly businesses
Giggling Squid
Enjoy the best Thai food in Shrewsbury at Giggling Squid. Serving plentiful dishes, vibrant Thai ingredients and bold flavours for lunch and dinner.…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:30PM
Gelatistry
Treat yourself to an artisan gelato in a fresh, handmade waffle cone from Gelatistry in St Julian's Crescent! All products are handmade from scratch…
Open Today 12:00PM - 6:00PM
Get Your Wigle On
Get Your Wigle On is one of the UK’s leading musical theatre companies, proudly based in the heart of Shrewsbury. With a reputation for producing…
Aroma
Our store in St Mary's Place in Shrewsbury is our historical birthplace back in 1981. Here we sell freshly roasted coffees, including ethically…
Open Today 9:30AM - 4:00PM
Bull Inn
The Bull Inn is located on Butcher Row, right in the heart of Shrewsbury town centre. The Bull Inn has seven rooms available, which provide excellent…
Open Today 9:00AM - 12:00AM
Sabrina Guided Walking Tours
Explore Shrewsbury’s Rich History with Our Guided Tours Discover over 1,100 years of Shrewsbury’s captivating medieval history with our expert-led…
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