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
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…
A Tour of the Inns of Shrewsbury
A Tour of the Inns of Shrewsbury within the Loop with Russell GameExplore Shrewsbury's cosiest inns and uncover their stories on this fun, laid-back…
Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2026
Shrewsbury Folk Festival is where world-class music meets laid-back riverside vibes. Every August Bank Holiday, it brings together a brilliant mix of…
so many things to do
BOYBAND IN THE BUFF
Get ready to scream like it’s 1999!Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert – starring pop heartthrob Gareth Gates and a cast of ripped…
Riso Printing Workshop
Get stuck into the wonderful world of Risograph printing with our hands on workshop! Risograph printing is a stencil based printing process known for…
THE RETURN OF THE NATIVE
Thomas Hardy’s The Return of the Native is a profound exploration of human desires and the indomitable forces that shape destiny.Set against the…
MARK SIMMONS
As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, “Master of one-liners’” Mark Simmons had a ground-breaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two…
Carducci Quartet and Simon Callaghan
The dynamic Carduccis team up once again with pianist Simon CallaghanDmitri Shostakovich: Piano Quintet in G minor, Op. 57Caroline Shaw:…
My Favourite Cake
Iran, 2024, rated 12, 94 minsPersian, subtitledA widowed woman defies social norms when she invites a charming stranger into her home for cake—and…
QUEEN’S GREATEST HITS – starring Mickey Callisto
Calling all Queen fans! You're gonna have yourself a real good time as Don't Stop Queen Now make their return at The Buttermarket on Friday 8…
John Finn: The Work of the Deaf Blind Artist
Currently exhibiting in the Main Hall at the Bear Steps Art Gallery, for his third exhibition, is deaf blind artist John Finn. The third exhibition…
Beginners Jersey T-Shirt
Suitable for total beginners and a great introduction for working with jersey fabrics. On this course you will learn basic overlocking skills to put…
Natural bath bomb workshop
Join us for a super fun and hands-on experience where you'll learn to make your very own natural bath bombs from scratch! Perfect for a relaxing…
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