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
Ghost Cruise on the River Severn
Experience Shrewsbury’s only Ghost Cruise this October. Step aboard the Sabrina Boat for a 45-minute evening cruise along the River Severn, where…
Wednesday Wildlings
Every Wednesday | Suitable for 18 months - 5 years oldShropshire Wildlife Trust's popular Wildlings sessions offer children the chance to become a…
Shrewsbury Restaurant Week 2026
Shrewsbury Restaurant Week celebrates Shrewsbury as a foodie’s heaven. Other cities and towns have Restaurant Weeks, but - like everything we do in…
so many things to do
BAKRA BEATS
Legends of the ska and reggae scene in Shropshire, Bakra Beats hit up the LOOP Venue with a boss level selection of skanking treats aimed squarely at…
Photography Now!
Following the success of Print Now! and Collage Now!, Photography Now! brings together 21 photographers with a wide range of styles, experiences and…
MIGHTY VIPERS
We’re celebrating Jimmy’s birthday at LOOP with Mighty Vipers and some skanking friends.MIGHTY VIPERSPlus: Zen Baseballbat, Cartoon Violence +…
Doggy Brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse
Shrewsbury, join us for Doggy Brunch Club every first Sunday of the month from 9am!Meet at Hickory's Smokehouse Shrewsbury for a welcome tea or…
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 at Work: Heritage Open Day at Shropshire Archives
Ever wondered what it was like to make a living in Shropshire hundreds of years ago? Join us at Shropshire Archives for a morning of fascinating…
Meet the Author - Zoe Tipton
The creator of 'Tales in Dibble Dabble Wood' Zoe Tipton will be at Shrewsbury Library to chat to readers, plus sell and sign her books.
Behind the Scenes at Shropshire Archives: Heritage Open Day Tours, 2026
Join us for our FREE tour behind the scenes as part of Heritage Open Days 2026. We hold over 6 miles of documents in our store rooms from 12th…
ANTIQUES AND A LITTLE BIT OF NONSENSE
Three of the country’s favourite television personalities from the world of antiques entertain you with tales from the saleroom, television and…
Introduction to Linocut
A relaxed intro to lino printing inspired by the Shropshire landscape. Learn carving, inking and printing.Come and get creative with us as we dive…
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