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
The Salopian Open Art Exhibition
This bi-annual open competition exhibition has no set theme and welcomes work in all media, from drawing and painting to printmaking, 3D and digital.…
Late Night at the Market Hall
Sept 6 | Nov 1 | Dec 6Experience the market hall by night, tuning into its twilight vibes. Enjoy flavours from around the world, wine and gin bars,…
Winter Warmer at the Market Hall
It’s the night of Carols In The Square and the Market Hall is staying open late for a festive treat of Christmas shopping, food and drink.Enjoy an…
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Dick Whittington
Brad Fitt is back in our next spectacular fun-filled family pantomime... Dick Whittington! Once again, the show will be written by the award-winning…
Mighty Mouths - Weekly storytelling club
A free, fun and engaging oral storytelling club designed to build creativity, confidence and oracy skills in children through the magical art of…
Storytime
EVERY WEDNESDAYFree story session for toddlers and pre-school children, including a simple craft activity.
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…
Healthy Lives stop smoking clinic
The Shropshire Healthy Lives Stop Smoking Service is a comprehensive programme designed to help residents quit smoking and lead healthier lives.…
Books Aloud
FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTHUnwind, relax and listen to stories and poems for adults, with a different theme every month.
NTLIVE: THE FIFTH STEP (15)
ON SCREEN IN THE WALKER THEATRENational Theatre LiveTHE FIFTH STEPby David Ireland directed by Finn den Hertog Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow…
Ex Cathedra - Christmas by Candlelight
Ex Cathedra’s annual pre-Christmas concert has become a cornerstone of Shrewsbury’s musical calendar, proffering a feast of seasonal favourites both…
Art Workshop: Botanical Christmas card drawing class
Join us at Shrewsbury Library to learn how to create a stunning set of hand drawn Christmas card illustrations using fine liner ink pens!Book through…
Home Educators
New sessions at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery. Various workshops available for children age 5-11.First Friday of every month - morning and…
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