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…
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…
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
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…
Don't be Prey (12A)
In this gripping documentary, Australian swimmer Mark Sowerby takes on five continents and seven of the world’s most brutal channels, in an ordeal as…
Zip Masterclass
Baffled by zips? Come along to this half day workshop and learn how to master a lapped and concealed (invisible) zip. The techniques taught will…
Sashiko Workshop with Anthea Renshaw
Join artist, Anthea Renshaw as she explores English Maytime folklore and stories combined with the art of Japanese stitching to make your very own…
JAZZ CO.
Prepare to be enchanted as Jazz Co welcomes you to the world of the subconscious.This new body of work is crafted by leading choreographers and…
EBS Showcase
English Bridge Studios Annual Group Exhibition 2026Private View | Thu 9 Apr 2026, 5pm to 7pmPublic Exhibition | Mon 13 Apr to Wed 27 May 2026English…
Children's Holiday Sewing Club
Let's sew with Abakhan!Children are increasingly keen to learn to sew for themselves, and we are all for learning a new practical skill. So we are…
THE INVISIBLE MAN
The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the imagination of millions since HG Wells’ classic story was…
Introduction to Dressmaking
On this course you will take an in-depth look into different dressmaking techniques as well as understanding how they work and how to attain the…
Cats and Dragons Puppet Making
Cats and dragons both feature as a big part of the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings story. Join us this May half term to find out why. Create your own…
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