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Talks

As a town with a vibrant history and thriving literature scene, it is no surprise that Shrewsbury has a great calendar of talks and lectures from great minds and talents.

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SIR BRADLEY WIGGINS

Join the Tour De France and Olympic Medallist as he discusses his fantastic career, what brought him to cycling and everything in-between. Sir…

17 May 2024

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Christopher Sloan: 'Seven Days' Book Launch

Shropshire author Christopher Sloan will be publicising his work and launching his second novel, Seven Days here on Saturday 18 May. Pop in to meet…

18 May 2024

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The Magic Of Terry Pratchett

Join author and comedian Marc Burrows on a journey through the life and work of Sir Terry Pratchett, based on his Locus Award-winning biography and…

18 May 2024

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Crime and punishment in 19th century Shropshire

Guest speaker - Richard Ireland, author and lecturer specialising in the history of crime and punishment, who is guaranteed to be both informative…

04 May 2024

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Writer's Lab

A lively group meeting in the library (with a virtual link for anyone accessing from home) for local writers with author talks, peer support and to…

07 May 2024

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Books Aloud

Come along, relax and listen to poems and stories read aloud. For adults

06 June 2024

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An Evening with Professor Mary Beard

Mary Beard is a household name, Fellow and Professor of Classics at Newham College, Cambridge, Mary is renowned for her expertise in the ancient…

06 June 2024

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The Grand Tour – a talk by Gareth Williams

Join renowned local art historian Gareth Williams, Curator and Head of Learning to the Weston Park Foundation, for a talk that asks what was so grand…

21 June 2024

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Martin Wood Town Crier

Shrewsbury Town Crier For 40 Years Martin Wood is the the world's tallest, and the UK's second-longest serving Town Crier and to celebrate his 40th…

01 June 2024

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