See & Do

A blockbuster in a Tudor cinema, a sell-out Folk Festival and the world’s oldest Flower Show.

Shrewsbury is full of finds to be discovered during your visit. By foot or by boat, the River Severn is a must, as is the café culture, the castle and the churches that dominate Shrewsbury's famous skyline. Learn more about one-off attractions, activities and things to do in Shrewsbury and Shropshire.

Discover Shrewsbury this June

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Shrewsbury’s back and this summer is going to be like no other; traffic-free zones mean more alfresco dining, more cycling space, and more green spaces to enjoy the British weather.

Spring and Summer Events in Shrewsbury

Warm weather heralds the beginning of Shrewsbury's vibrant calendar of festivals. Experience original events from Shropshire Kids Festival to the World Championship Coracle Race, and not forgetting the historic Shrewsbury Flower Show.

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The Shrewsbury Arts Trail

1st to 30th Jun 2021

Various locations around Shrewsbury's town centre

The Shrewsbury Arts Trail is an exciting new initiative to promote the Visual Arts in the town, making the work of Shropshire’s Artists and Craftspeople...

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Made in Shropshire: Fair in the Square

10th Jul 2021

9:00am - 5:00pm

Shrewsbury Town Square

Every 2nd Saturday of the month the Made in Shropshire 'Fair in The Square' is carefully curated to ensure the best selection and variety of...

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Explore Shrewsbury's Jesse window

The oldest stained glass in Shrewsbury, the Jesse Window was made for Greyfriars chapel in the 14th century. Following the dissolution of the friary in 1538, the window was moved to St Chad's, before being bought to St Mary's in 1791. Now you can explore it with Google Arts and Culture.

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Historic Timeline of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury's story is on the map for many reasons, discover the origins, defining landmarks and the better-than-fiction facts that make Shrewsbury original.

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Your guides to Shrewsbury

Wandering around the wonders of Shrewsbury is one of the best ways to see the sites. Whether you're looking to join a group, go solo or fancy something themed you'll find limitless options in our collation of Shrewsbury guides.

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