Events
With an independent cinema in an old market hall, the 29-acre Quarry Park and an impressive theatre sitting upon the river, Shrewsbury is at the heart of cultural activities in Shropshire.
Featured Events
Coracle World Championships
The River Severn in Shrewsbury will be filled with thrills and spills as the Coracle World Championships returns this September!The event will see…
Shropshire County Show
The Shropshire County Agricultural Show was created in the late nineteenth century when it was launched as part of the co-operative venture - The…
Severn Hospice Dragon Boat Festival 2026
Get your oars at the ready as the annual Severn Hospice Dragon Boat Festival returns! It is a fantastic weekend out for both participants and…
so many things to do
Wine Tasting at GlouGlou
Our tastings, led by one of the Glou Crew or Iron & Rose team, will introduce you to new wines, tell you the stories behind them, informing and…
Wuthering Heights
Starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, Emerald Fennell directs this gothic romance based on Emily Brontë's novel: a tempestuous, cross-class love…
SHREWSBURY ABBEY – THE CATHEDRAL THAT NEVER WAS
In 1926, a hundred years ago to the day, if not the minute, a vote to create an Anglican Diocese of Shrewsbury, with Shrewsbury Abbey becoming its…
MATT FORDE
In his biggest live tour to date, leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Performance, Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal)…
Lino print workshop
Discover the art of Lino printing in this hands-on workshop. Learn carving techniques, experiment with textures, and create your own unique prints.…
What Not To Wear
An evening talk about personal adornment and grooming in the prehistory and Roman periods.Throughout history and prehistory, people have expressed…
BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL
Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen! The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection…
MICHAEL McGOLDRICK, JOHN McCUSKER, JOHN DOYLE
Key members of celebrated folk collective Transatlantic Sessions and legends in their own right, Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle…
Rob Lamberti presents PERFECTLY GEORGE MICHAEL
Following 4 sensational previous sold out gigs at The Buttermarket – we’re delighted to announce that ROB LAMBERTI is back with us on Thursday 5…
Warm Welcome - botanical drawing workshop
As part of our Warm Welcome activities come and join local artist Emma Williams for a step-by-step-botanical drawing class using fine liner ink pens.…
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