History & Heritage events

World War Two Day

Join us on Saturday 9 May for a free open day commemorating the time when Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings was a temporary barracks and training centre…

History on Tap: Alix Chidley-Uttley Talks Witch Trials

HISTORY ON TAP A brand-new series of live events bringing history to the pub. Join us for engaging talks from some of the country’s leading…

Tanners Talks, in Conversation with Dominic Sandbrook

Dominic Sandbrook is a historian, broadcaster and co-host of the hugely popular podcast The Rest is History. Known for his sharp wit and engaging…

Northern Soul: Still Burning (15)

An exploration of the cultural phenomenon that is Northern Soul, charting how this movement has weaved and transformed itself musically and…

KATE WILLIAMS: The Truth About Royal Women - Secrets & Scandals, Politics & Power

The Truth About Royal Women:Secrets & Scandals, Politics & PowerJoin Kate for an incredible and exhilarating tour of the world and its royal…

The Rise and Fall of the British Army 1975 - 2025

A Talk by Brigadier (Rtd) Ben Barry LI OBEIn his book The Rise and Fall of the British Army 1975-2025, Ben Barry draws on his own personal…

Shropshire Armed Forces Day

Join us at Shrewsbury Castle and Soldiers of Shropshire Museum for a family-friendly day full of activities to say thank you to our Armed Forces of…

Shrewsbury Cathedral and Abbey - A Guided Tour

Join us for an in-person, guided tour of Shrewsbury Cathedral (and Shrewsbury Abbey) and soak in their history and beauty!Shrewsbury Cathedral's…

Home Educators

New sessions at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery. Various workshops available for children age 5-11.First Friday of every month - morning and…

A Tour of the Inns of Shrewsbury

A Tour of the Inns of Shrewsbury within the Loop with Russell GameExplore Shrewsbury's cosiest inns and uncover their stories on this fun, laid-back…