History & Heritage
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History & Heritage features
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 7 February 2025
Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings joins English Heritage
Flaxmill to welcome thousands of potential new visitors as part of the English Heritage portfolio.
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
DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival 2025: A Look at the Highlights
February brings the anniversary of Charles Darwin's birth, and for years Shrewsbury has celebrated with a month-long festival to commemorate the…
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Posted 15 January 2025
The story of Shrewsbury's Abbey Station
Entrepreneurism was 'red hot' in the railway mania years of the 19th century, but bitter rivalry and legal disputes were never far away. Philip…
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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 25 September 2024
SY.Gigs - this autumn, Nothing is Ordinary in Shrewsbury
Founded in 2022, SY.Gigs has helped develop Shrewsbury's alternative music scene from small scene to national favourite among alt performers in…
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Posted 5 September 2024
Heritage Open Days in Shrewsbury
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture. Every September Shrewsbury throws open its doors to celebrate our heritage,…
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History & Heritage events
Off the Shelf - Trade Directories
April's Off the Shelf talk sees researcher Clare Brown find out how a trade directory can help with family history research and add extra detail to…
24 April 2025
Concerts in the Round: Daniel Marles with pianist Thomas How
Recital by Birmingham Conservatoire tenor Daniel Marles with pianist Thomas Howell
25 April 2025
Concerts in the Round: Anthony Pinel
Organ recital by Anthony Pinel, free admission, retiring collection, lunch afterwards.
02 May 2025
SHS 140th Anniversary Fair
A Spring welcome awaits at Shrewsbury High School. Join the High School as it celebrates 140 years with a free and fun traditional Spring Fair. All…
03 May 2025
Concerts in the Round: Chu-Yu Yang
Violin recital by Chu-Yu Yang with pianist Eric McElroy to include Elgar's Violin Sonata. Free admission, retiring collection, lunch afterwards
09 May 2025
Hot Jazz Biscuits
Get ready for an unforgettable evening packed with timeless tunes, big brass energy, and soulful grooves that will keep you on your feet singing your…
09 May 2025
History & Heritage 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
The Sabrina Boat: River Tours of Shrewsbury
Join the Sabrina Boat and take in the beauty of Shrewsbury as you take a daytime cruise past the stunning Quarry Park and the town’s historic…
Open Today 11:00AM - 5:00PM
The Lion Hotel
A historic, Grade I listed, former 16th century coaching inn, located in the heart of the charming town of Shrewsbury, Shropshire.Each one of the…
Coleham Pumping Station
The Victorian chapel-like building on the bank of the River Severn in Shrewsbury in fact houses two steam-driven beam engines which pumped sewage…
Abbey Station Visitor Centre
Preserving and promoting Shrewsbury’s rich railway heritage The Abbey Station Visitor Centre in Shrewsbury offers a fascinating journey into the rich…
Morris Hall
Morris Hall, originally known as the Bellstone Hall, is a historic venue for hire in the heart of Shrewsbury. This grade II listed building displays…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
History & Heritage offers & competitions
Get 20% off Shrewsbury Prison tours with your train ticket
Get 20% off Self-Guided & Guided Tours at Shrewsbury Prison with a Transport for Wales line train ticket! Just present your valid train ticket…
10% off guided walking tour and boat trip
For those wishing to explore the town from both land and water, Sabrina Tours are offering an exclusive Boat Trip and Walking Tour 10% Discount…
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