Family Friendly
If you’re visiting Shrewsbury with kids, we've plenty of exciting and child-friendly venues and activities to choose from.
Family Friendly features
Posted 11 April 2024
Best of the Fest: What Not to Miss at Loopfest 2024
Loopfest volunteer David Molby tells us about a few of the bands he's most excited to welcome to this year's three-day festival bonanza.
Posted 5 April 2024
Autism-Friendly Shrewsbury: Nerdy and Beyond
This Autism Acceptance Week, we hear from Nerdy and PACC Shropshire about autism friendly spaces in Shrewsbury.
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.
Posted 25 March 2024
Easter in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury has plenty to offer this Easter, with workshops and activities taking place across the town centre. And don't forget to pick up your…
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Posted 25 March 2024
Easter Holidays in Shrewsbury
It can be tough to keep the kids entertained during the holidays - but Shrewsbury has you covered! From craft sessions to film screenings and free…
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Posted 22 March 2024
Queen Camilla is Coming to Shrewsbury - Here’s Where to See Her
Join us in welcoming Her Majesth to town!
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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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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.
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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
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Family Friendly events
Summer Concert
Family and friends are warmly invited to an evening of family entertainment from the Orchestra, Wind Band, Big Band, Junior and Senior Choirs of…
25 April 2024
THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. I don't know why she swallowed a fly... But The People's Theatre Company do!And now you can too as they…
27 April 2024
The Tale of Peter Rabbit – Story Time Trail
Immerse yourself in the world of Peter Rabbit in our new Story Time Trail exhibition. 'Little bunnies' will be able to crawl under the garden gate,…
27 April 2024
Quiet Hour at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
We are pleased to offer The Quiet Hour from 11.00-12.00 on the last Sunday of the month.Visitors can expect: a quieter time when we typically…
28 April 2024
DRAWN Weekend
This biannual event has become a highlight of the Shrewsbury calendar, attracting both seasoned creatives and curious visitors to Shrewsbury.…
27 April 2024
LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY
Now seen by over 350,000 fans live, The Legends of American Country returns with another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics, and…
29 April 2024
Family Friendly businesses
The Boathouse
The Boathouse is one of Shrewsbury's most loved historic pubs, winning 'Shropshire's Pub Of The Year' 6 times, and placing in the top 25 of…
Open Today 11:30AM - 11:00PM
La Mer Rouge
Newly relocated to Mardol Head, La Mer Rouge is Shrewsbury's premier seafood restaurant! Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine including fresh fish and…
Côte Brasserie
Côte Brasserie, located in the Square, is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, championing relaxed all-day dining and serving authentic French…
Open Today 9:00AM - 9:00PM
Shrewsbury Castle
Shrewsbury Castle stands at the top of a hill and was built as a defensive fortification for Shrewsbury, which the River Severn otherwise…
Open Today 10:30AM - 4:00PM
Thai-D Food Bar
At THAI-D we are passionate about delivering great-tasting Thai food in Shrewsbury. Our traditional recipes use only the freshest authentic…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:30PM
Lads 'N' Dads
Lads 'N' Dads is possibly the best place in Shrewsbury for a gent's haircut, with great cuts and random conversation! From the shop in Butcher Row,…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM