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
Yoga & Brunch At The Castle
Step into stillness, sunshine and history with our exclusive Yoga & Brunch at Shrewsbury Castle. Enjoy private use of the castle’s inner grounds…
04 August 2025
Storytelling Walk for Families in The Quarry
Jake Evans is an award winning storyteller, conservationist, artist and in our eyes all round super hero really.You can find him running 3 free drop…
05 August 2025
Age UK Walking Group
Free to attend and no need to book. A gentle 60 mins walk with trained walk leader. Connect with people and get out to explore the town.Meet at the…
07 August 2025
Nature Journal Club with Get Out Get Arty
A gentle walk and nature journaling workshop with Sara Bellis - a natural historian and artist with over 30 years experience working with communities…
18 August 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
Yoga at the Castle
Join us for a majestic morning of grounding yoga, seasonal Ayurvedic wisdom, and a gorgeous sound bath amongst the grand and historic castle…
22 August 2025
River & Outdoors businesses
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 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
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
Sabrina Guided Walking Tours
Explore Shrewsbury’s Rich History with Our Guided Tours Discover over 1,100 years of Shrewsbury’s captivating medieval history with our expert-led…
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 11:00AM - 1:00AM
Ten & Six
In one of Shrewsbury's most iconic town centre buildings, we bring you Ten & Six, a Champagne bar inspired by Alice's Adventures in…
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