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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.

Posted 30 January 2025
Shrewsbury Market Hall is Britain’s Favourite – for third year running!
Three wins in a row and four total. No other market has ever won as many times, let alone consecutively!

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 2 December 2024
Shrewsbury is home to Britain’s Best High Street says The Telegraph
Shrewsbury took top place in The Telegraph’s Britain’s 20 Best High Streets feature beating larger locations like Edinburgh and more.
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Posted 26 November 2024
Festive Shopping in Shrewsbury: Beauty & Wellness
Spoil someone you love with Shrewsbury's beauty & wellness offerings this Christmas! Our guide reveals the local makers, retailers and spa…
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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 16 May 2024
3 Shrewsbury restaurants that prove historic towns can be accessible
For the second blog in our Accessible Shrewsbury series, accessibility campaigner Claire Dellar highlights three of her favourite accessible spaces…
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Independent events

Beginners Jersey T-Shirt
Suitable for total beginners and a great introduction for working with jersey fabrics. On this course you will learn basic overlocking skills to put…
13 February 2025

Nosferatu (15)
Set in the 1830s, this gothic tale of obsession follows a haunted young woman, and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her. Plagued by horrific…
13 February 2025

Ignacio Lopez
Spain’s Best Export™ Ignacio Lopez is on a mission to destroy himself and build a better version; Leaner. Smarter. Funnier. Join the star of Live At…
13 February 2025

A Real Pain (15)
In this comedy-drama, mismatched cousins David and Benji reunite for a tour through Poland to honour their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a…
13 February 2025

Valentine's Self-Love Workshop
This Valentine’s, it’s all about YOU! Join us for a Self-Love Workshop where you’ll:Create a beautiful heart wreath filled with affirmationsEnjoy…
14 February 2025

Head to Art Exhibition at The Bear Steps Gallery
Welcome to the Winter Exhibition of the Head to Art, Artists Collective. A group of talented artists invites you to view their work in a range of…
13 February 2025
Independent businesses

The Ol'Chemist
This casual, family-friendly venue is the perfect spot for a catch up with friends and coffee with the little ones in tow (both two- and…
Open Today 8:30AM - 10:00PM

Generations
Generations offers high-quality antiques, collectables, vintage, retro, memorabilia, and ephemera including china, jewellery and diecast.
Open Today 9:00AM - 4:00PM

The Flower Stand
The Flower Stand offers a range of fresh and dried flowers, plants, vases and pots, as well as flowers for weddings, funerals, events and workshops.
Open Today 8:30AM - 4:00PM

The Libertine Cocktail Bar
Good times are rarely a coincidence. To guarantee a good time every time, you need the perfect measure of a few crucial things. The right mood, music…
Open Today 3:00PM - 11:30PM

Forget Me Not Flowers
Welcome to Forget Me Not, we are Florists based in Coleham, Shrewsbury. We proudly offer a wide selection of floral items from bouquets to…
Open Today 9:00AM - 4:00PM

Polka Dot Travel
Polka Dot Travel create everlasting holiday memories, we know a thing or two about bringing together the right elements to create your perfect break.…
Open Today 9:15AM - 5:30PM
Independent offers & competitions

St Vincent Happy Hour
Happy Hour £4 drinks - Tuesday - Friday from 4pm-7pm Select in-house beverages at £4 Cocktails 2 for £12 (same cocktail) Select in-house cocktails…

£99 stay for two (offer expires end of Feb)

St Vincent Small Plates Offer
3X Small Plates £15 - Tuesday-Thursday 12-9pm Offer valid for select small plates only.

Kids go free to the Mill Exhibition
Kids go free in the Mill exhibition – learn all about the world important site, the grandparent of the modern skyscraper. Discover how the Main Mill…