Family Friendly
If you’re visiting Shrewsbury with kids, we've plenty of exciting and child-friendly venues and activities to choose from.
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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…
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…
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!
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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Posted 23 May 2024
Six things to do in Shrewsbury this May half term
There's so much going on in Shrewsbury this half-term, we couldn't choose just five events! Discover six family-friendly occasions to enjoy in…
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Posted 2 May 2024
What's on in Shrewsbury this May?
This month is looking like a busy one in Shrewsbury; as we welcome the new month, our town is filled with live music, al fresco dining, art, culture…
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Posted 29 April 2024
Guided walking tours of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury Visitor Information Centre offers year-round walking tours of Shrewsbury in the heart of the historic town.
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Posted 11 April 2024
Best of the Fest: What Not to Miss at Loopfest 2024
Loopfest volunteer David Molby tells us about a few of the bands he's most excited to welcome to this year's three-day festival bonanza.
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Family Friendly events
The Princess Party with Ariel and Belle
Don't miss the Princess Party with Ariel and Belle at The Buttermarket! A great day out for all of the family to enjoy – perfect for families and…
19 January 2025
Sun & Fire - Life and death at the dawn of history
Experience life in Shropshire between 4500 and 2000 years ago. That’s roughly the time from 2500 BCE until the Romans invaded Britain in 43…
19 January 2025
Cinnamon's Big Adventure
When Cinnamon the Capybara escaped from his enclosure last year the news quickly spread around the world. Now Tracey J Morgan has brought the story…
01 February 2025
Shrewsbury Library Lego Club
Children of all ages welcome. Come along and enjoy building and playing!
25 January 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…
20 January 2025
LEGO EXPLORER - A Darwin themed Lego® Workshop
A Darwin-themed Lego® workshop. Find out about the life of Charles Darwin and build your own Lego® model inspired by the great explorer.Please…
15 February 2025
Family Friendly businesses
Shrewsbury Castle
Shrewsbury Castle stands at the top of a hill and was built as a defensive fortification for Shrewsbury, which the River Severn otherwise…
Open Today 10:30AM - 4:00PM
Côte Brasserie
Côte Brasserie, located in the Square, is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, championing relaxed all-day dining and serving authentic French…
Open Today 9:00AM - 10:00PM
Floro Lounge
Floro Lounge in Shrewsbury is a home-from-home, offering delicious food and drinks, all day, on your doorstep. You can’t miss the fabulous…
Open Today 9:00AM - 12:00AM
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
DVD Megastore and Buttercup Bookshop
Of course, they stock DVDs – but they also stock games, gifts and amazing memorabilia! Not only that, but they’re incredibly price competitive! From…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Riverbank Bar and Kitchen
Mediterranean cuisine with a twist. The restaurant boasts a unique combination of hearty Mediterranean cuisine and wholesome British classics.…
Open Today 11:00AM - 12:00AM
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