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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.

so many things to do

Buttermarket
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Luke Combs UK Tribute in concert + special guest

Experience the Ultimate Tribute to country star Luke Combs with the Luke Combs UK band!

30 November
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Dick Whittington
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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…

28 November - 2 December 2025
1:00pm - 4:30pm
Library 4
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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…

30 September - 2 December 2025
5:45pm - 7:00pm
Library 4
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Storytime

EVERY WEDNESDAYFree story session for toddlers and pre-school children, including a simple craft activity.

3 December
10:30am - 11:15am
Wine tasting at glouglou
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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…

6 August - 3 December 2025
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library 4
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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.…

4 December
9:45am - 12:30pm
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Books Aloud

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTHUnwind, relax and listen to stories and poems for adults, with a different theme every month.

6 February - 4 December 2025
2:30pm - 3:00pm
Theatre severn
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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…

4 December
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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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…

4 December
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Botanical christmas card drawing
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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…

5 December
10:00am - 12:00pm

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