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 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 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 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 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 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 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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River & Outdoors events
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
Mamma Mia! Cruise (18+)
‘MAMMA MIA HERE I GO AGAIN!!’ Join us to be your very own ‘Dancing Queen’ You know ‘The Name Of The Game’ by now! 7:00pm start with a 3-hour cruise…
19 July 2025
Jungle Cruise
Jungle Cruise with The Animal Family Climb aboard the Sabrina Boat for an exciting jungle-themed cruise with The Animal Family! Get ready for a wild…
27 July 2025
Wednesday Wildlings
Aimed at 18 months - 5 year olds, Shropshire Wildlife Trust's popular Wildlings sessions offer children the chance to become a wild child, engaging…
16 July 2025
Get Folk’d Up The River
Join us on-board the Sabrina Boat to listen to the great sound of Shropshire’s popular folk band The Shire-ish Rovers. 7pm arrival, sailing 7:30pm –…
21 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
River & Outdoors businesses
Hickory's Smokehouse
Born from a road trip across America’s Southern States, we learnt all things smokin’ from the best pitmasters across the region. From a menu bursting…
Open Today 12:00PM - 11:00PM
Number Four
Number Four is a cafe and bistro in the heart of Shrewsbury. Found off the main shopping street of Pride Hill on the old cobbled Butcher Row. You…
Open Today 9:30AM - 11:00PM
The Vaults
This lively pub with rooms is a 1-minute walk from Shrewsbury Train Station. Accommodation is comprised of 8 laid-back rooms that come with free…
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
The Hop & Friar
The Hop & Friar is a local pub where friends meet to drink good beer and watch sports. There is a sun trap of a garden at the rear and an open…
Open Today 12:00PM - 11:30PM
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…
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