We're slowly sliding into autumn and looking forward to a September full of cooler days, award-winning events and tastebud tingling cocktails!
Find your new favourite book
Shrewsbury has a long and impressive literary tradition. From being the setting of Ellis Peter’s The Cadfael Chronicles to A E Housman’s timeless Shropshire Lad, and not forgetting Shrewsbury’s favourite son Charles Darwin and his On The Origin Of Species.
The cooler weather has us wanting to curl up with a good book, and what better excuse than September being Read a New Book Month!
Click here for our book lovers' guide to shopping in Shrewsbury, from independents to specialists and chains - we're lucky to have it all!
If you're looking to borrow, Shrewsbury Library is a busy lending library situated on Shrewsbury's Caste Gates, here you can find a fantastic range of adult and children's fiction and non-fiction books, magazines, audiobooks and DVDs.
Enjoy a tipple at Shrewsbury Cocktail Week
The finest bars and bartenders in town are coming together this September 13th - 19th to celebrate the exciting new Shrewsbury Cocktail Week. Wristband holders can enjoy unlimited £5 cocktails from participating bars, and access to exclusive events.
Make sure to follow the new Shrewsbury Cocktail Week Instagram account for all the latest updates and weekly ticket giveaways.
Visit ShrewsburyCocktailWeek.com for more information and to purchase your wristband.
Explore Shrewsbury's history & heritage
Every September places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history as part of Heritage Open Days. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE.
This September 10th - 19th you can explore a host of historically significant Shrewsbury buildings; Town Walls Tower, St Mary's Church, Draper's Hall, Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings and The Greek Orthodox Church.
New faces
This month we're saying 'Hello!' to Beefy Boys. The newest addition to Shrewsbury's High Street, Beefy Boys is an award-winning independent burger, beer & cocktail joint which has made the journey up from Hereford to open their second eatery.
Key events this month
If you're looking for events in Shrewsbury then look no further! We have an event calendar packed with something for everyone. Click here to explore our full event listings.
Discover Shrewsbury's history
Founded in the 8th century by the Saxon rulers of Mercia, Shrewsbury is a town steeped in history and stories,waiting to be discovered.
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