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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.
so many things to do
ADRIANA BROWNLEE
Adriana Brownlee is a leading British mountaineer, certified paragliding pilot and adventure athlete. She is the youngest woman to have climbed the…
Off The Shelf! – In their own words: Women at work in the early modern world
In their own words:Women at work in the early modern worldHow did women in the early modern economy make a living? Finding an answer can be…
ELLA AL-SHAMAHI
BECOMING HUMANHost of BBC landmark show Human, palaeoanthropologist, TV presenter, explorer and stand-up comic Ella Al-Shamahi presents a talk on our…
Meet the Author - Helen Pugh
Join Helen Pugh, author of The Ablepreneur Advantage, which provides practical guidance and inspiration for entrepreneurs and small business owners…
EMMA KENNY’S KILLER COUPLES
Emma Kenny returns with an enthralling new show that plunges into the depths of love twisted into terror. After her triumphant The Serial Killer Next…
Jane Austen in the Countryside
Join local historical dressmaker Holly Kirby for an illustrative talk on Jane Austen featuring readings and costume exhibits. £5, please book with…
Arts Cafe
Arts Cafe is a new monthly evening event bringing artists, makers and the wider public together in a relaxed, welcoming setting.Upcoming datesTuesday…
Plants and People, Past and Future
Celebrate the Festival of Archaeology with local archaeologist Natasha Harlow in this hands-on workshop exploring our enduring relationship with…
Shrewsbury's Big Read
Shrewsbury's young readers are invited to a very special day in the Town Square to celebrate the National Year of Reading.Shrewsbury's Big Read will…
Summer Stories from the Shire - Elephants on Parade
Join artist Sarah Evans and story-teller Jake Evans for one of their four sessions this summer. Art activities are interspersed with storytelling…
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