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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 17 October 2025
Restaurant Week Returns - Bigger, Better, and Tastier!
Get ready to tuck in, Shrewsbury! From 25th October to 2nd November, Restaurant Week is back - and it’s shaping up to be an unmissable celebration of…
Posted 5 August 2025
Folk Around and Find Out: Top 10 Not to Miss at Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2025
The incredibly popular Shrewsbury Folk Festival returns this August Bank Holiday for a four-day celebration of the best in folk, Americana, blues and…
Posted 29 May 2025
Things to do indoors in Shrewsbury
Whether you're sheltering from the rain or looking to cool down, heading indoors doesn't mean it's time for the fun to stop! There are plenty of…
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…
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Posted 13 February 2025
The Magic Formula Behind Britain's Favourite Market
There’s never been any doubt in locals’ minds that Shrewsbury Market Hall is the best in the country, and it’s just been crowned Britain’s Favourite…
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Posted 12 February 2025
Five things to do in Shrewsbury this February half term
There's plenty to keep the kids entertained in Shrewsbury this February half-term! From fun with Molly the Witch to getting creative with a…
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Posted 1 February 2025
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 30 January 2025
Your Shrewsbury Bucket List
Sometimes, we take things for granted, especially if we're used to seeing them every day – and this can be very true of your local town. Seeing…
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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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Family Friendly events
A Tooth Fairy Tale (PG)
Van, a teenage tooth fairy with a rebellious streak, dreams of exploring life beyond the boundaries of his secluded civilisation. When he encounters…
Disney Junior Cinema Club 2025 [U]
Bringing all your favourite Disney Junior characters to the big screen in a fun-filled interactive cinema experience. The animated host Mickey Mouse…
Shrewsbury Restaurant Week 2025
Shrewsbury Restaurant Week celebrates Shrewsbury as a foodie’s heaven. Other cities and towns have Restaurant Weeks, but - like everything we do in…
Cinnamon's Big Adventure: Animation Screening
Remember naughty Capybara Cinnamon and her escape from Hoo Zoo last year? Author Tracey Morgan and artist Hercule Van Wolfwinkle collaborated on the…
Crafty Spooky Activity Day
from Artisan Lab/The Big Draw/Colour NowLooking for something to keep the kids entertained in the autumn half term? Look no further than…
Spooky October Half Term Fun at the Flaxmill
Join us for spooky times as we celebrate Halloween and October half term at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings. Make your own spooky mask and wand and…
Family Friendly businesses
Gelatistry
Treat yourself to an artisan gelato in a fresh, handmade waffle cone from Gelatistry in St Julian's Crescent! All products are handmade from scratch…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Giggling Squid
Enjoy the best Thai food in Shrewsbury at Giggling Squid. Serving plentiful dishes, vibrant Thai ingredients and bold flavours for lunch and dinner.…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:30PM
Get Your Wigle On
Get Your Wigle On is one of the UK’s leading musical theatre companies, proudly based in the heart of Shrewsbury. With a reputation for producing…
Kanu Poké
Kanu Poke is your go-to for vegan and gluten-free Pacific fusion! We love Fish! That's why we don't eat them. Poké is a Hawaiian dish, traditionally…
Open Today 11:00AM - 5:00PM
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 10:30AM - 4:30PM
Save the Children
Save the Children is an international children's rights charity that operates in 115 countries. It provides unique care to children to keep them…
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