River & Outdoors
Scooped in the loop of the Severn, Shrewsbury is a town intrinsically linked to the waterway. Whether on foot, bicycle or by boat, there are so many ways to enjoy the town's greenspaces and river views.
River & Outdoors features
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 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…
Posted 2 July 2024
Exploring Shrewsbury Food Festival 2024
We sent our Young Reviewer in Residence, Ellie Blackwell, to visit Shrewsbury Food Festival this weekend and report back on what she found!
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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 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 3 April 2024
Spend an Enchanted April in Shrewsbury
As the days warm and the nights shorten, April has lots to offer. Get outdoors or hit the town for a huge array of spring events.
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Posted 1 March 2024
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 Easter, do it all in…
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River & Outdoors events
Shropshire County Agricultural Show
The annual Shropshire County Show is the Shropshire and West Midlands Agricultural Society’s main event - with a history dating back more than 125…
24 May 2025
Shrewsbury 10K
The Wace Morgan Shrewsbury 10k is the ultimate town race – Run it with family and friends, run for charity, or run simply to push yourself with a new…
06 July 2025
Let's Rock Shrewsbury
The UK's most iconic retro festival returns to Shrewsbury in 2025! Legendary musicians will perform hit after hit at this family-friendly festival!…
12 July 2025
Shrewsbury Flower Show
Shrewsbury Flower Show is one of the country's premier and longest-running Flower Show events, dating back to the 1800s and attracting top exhibitors…
08 August 2025
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…
22 August 2025
Shrewsbury Half Marathon
This year's Shrewsbury Half Marathon and Metric Half Marathon will take place on Sunday September 28th 2025. The marathon starts and finishes at The…
28 September 2025
River & Outdoors businesses
Pengwern Boat Club
Located on the River Severn, Pengwern Boat Club is Shrewsbury's community rowing club. Welcoming novices to experts and adaptive rowers alike, from…
The Crown
The Crown at Abbey Foregate is a well-established thriving community local pub, serving classic pub food and drinks all day. This dog-friendly…
Open Today 12:00PM - 11:00PM
River Thai
The River Thai Restaurant & Bar is nestled beautifully by the River Severn in Shrewsbury. Designed in a classic contemporary style with all…
Open Today 5:00PM - 10:00PM
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 ALB
Est. 1824 Re:Est. 2012 The Original Hangout Since Now.... The ALB offers local, freshly prepared, quality food with a modern twist, and cocktails…
Open Today 12:00PM - 11:00PM
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
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