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If you’re visiting Shrewsbury with kids, we've plenty of exciting and child-friendly venues and activities to choose from.
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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…
Posted 1 March 2024
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 22 February 2024
Celebrating the first five years of Shropshire’s first cat café
Paws Café recently celebrated five years since it was enthusiastically welcomed to Shrewsbury
Posted 2 February 2024
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 31 January 2024
The 21st DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival
Through February, Shrewsbury celebrates its connection to the father of evolution with a month-long festival.
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Posted 29 January 2024
Shrewsbury Market Hall is Britain’s Favourite Market – again!
This is the second win in a row for the Market Hall and the third win since 2018.
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Posted 11 January 2024
Add These Dates to Your 2024 Calendar
There's always something to do in Shrewsbury. Get the first key dates for 2024 down in your calendar.
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Posted 3 January 2024
Discover Shrewsbury this January
As the tinsel comes down and a new year begins, save some sparkle and banish the January blues. Find out what's on in Shrewsbury this month.
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Posted 27 October 2023
Discover Shrewsbury this November
The nights are longer, the days are colder, and the world is starting to feel festive. Wrap up warm and banish the winter blues with the best…
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Family Friendly events
Buzzy Beats Spring Term 2024
Join musical magpie Mary Keith on a busy, buzzy beat-filled musical journey. Using bodies, percussion instruments and voices we will fill the morning…
22 March 2024
Mini Mammoths
Mini Mammoths run every Friday during term timeThis is a very popular, whole-museum experience for children aged 1-5 to discover, play, connect and…
22 March 2024
Bang the drums for mental health!
Let's all join hands and bang the drums for mental health. The Karamba Samba Band will be helping us raise our voices and spread awareness about the…
23 March 2024
Rhyme Time
Songs, rhymes, rhythm and fun for children under five.
25 March 2024
Jurassic Live
The Jurassic Live World Tour arrives in Shrewsbury! See our life-sized, monstrous beasts up close in this award winning spectacular... Exclusively…
24 March 2024
Nests and Eggs
Explore the fascinating world of birds’ eggs and nests. Our collection of replica eggs lets you compare sizes, colours and shapes – see the biggest…
28 March 2024
Family Friendly businesses
JD Sports
JD Sports is home to the biggest sports and lifestyle brands including Nike, Adidas, Puma, Under Armour, New Balance, Ellesse, Timberland, The North…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Shrewsbury Prison
The current prison buildings are Victorian, built in 1868 but there has been a prison on that site since 1793. The prison was decommissioned by the…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Bubble On Cup
Bubble On Cup, Shrewsbury serves more than 20 varieties of bubble tea, including the celebrated brown sugar flavour. For those who prefer a simpler…
Open Today 9:30AM - 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
CSons
Welcome to CSONS, a friendly cafe-restaurant in the heart of Shrewsbury serving breakfast, coffee, lunch, tea, cakes and dinner. We are four Crouch…
Smiggle
Smiggle is the ultimate destination for your school, birthday and leisure essentials. From backpacks and drink bottles to gift packs and keyrings,…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
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