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,…
'A Christmas Carol' Tours
SAT 6th, SUN 7th & SAT 13th, SUN 14th December 2025Join our expert guides for a tour around the historic town of Shrewsbury as we re-visit some…
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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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