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
British Folklore with Alix Chidley-Uttley & Amelia Foggin
Join folklorists Alix Chidley-Uttley and Amelia Foggin for a unique and informative evening as they discuss British Folklore. From Robin Hood to the…
Adjustable Silver Ring Making Workshop
Step into Artisan Lab and master the magic of silversmithing!This hands-on Thursday evening workshop invites you to shape, polish, and personalise…
Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2026
“Possibly the friendliest and most relaxed festival I have ever attended. In the 25 years I’ve been going to festivals I have never experienced such…
so many things to do
Introduction To Patchwork
Learn the basics from working with the rotary cutters, mats and rulers right the way through to quilting to create a simple disappearing 9 patchwork…
Stained glass love potion bottle workshop - Morning session
Get totally absorbed for 3 hours in our stained glass workshop. Experienced stained glass artist Caroline Scraps will provide all the materials and…
LUCY IRVING (clarinet)
Pop into St Alkmund's at lunchtime to hear Lucy Irving perform on the clarinet.
Explore the Wines of France
France is home to some of the world’s most famous wines and on this special evening we will take you on a whistle stop tour of five major French wine…
WINTER DANCE
A showcase of different styles and genres, from contemporary to classical ballet, generated from the dance programmes at Shrewsbury High School.Join…
PEPPA PIG’S BIG FAMILY SHOW
Peppa Pig and friends are back in their brand new live stage show!With a new arrival on the way the whole family are busy getting ready. With…
Drink & Draw
Drink and Draw with Anna MoszynskaHone your skills or try your hand. Drink and Draw is a chance for novices or experts and anyone in between to spend…
WINTER DANCE
A showcase of different styles and genres, from contemporary to classical ballet, generated from the dance programmes at Shrewsbury High School.Join…
Sandro Ford - Work in Progress
Sandro Ford is coming to Shrewsbury to develop his new material at a WIP show at The Loft at The Old Post Office on Wednesday 11th February 2026.…
Rental Family (12A)
A struggling American actor rediscovers purpose when he lands an unusual gig in Tokyo: working for a Japanese rental family agency, playing stand-in…
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