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Children's events

Shrewsbury is full of artists, makers and crafters. With workshops, exhibitions and classes, you can get your hands dirty in Shrewsbury.

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Children's

Shrewsbury's Big Read

Shrewsbury's young readers are invited to a very special day in the Town Square this summer. Shrewsbury's Big Read, on Saturday 25 July from 10.30am…

25 July
10:30am - 2:30pm
Pond dipping cr Holly Jones5
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Wednesday Wildlings

Every Wednesday | Suitable for 18 months - 5 years oldShropshire Wildlife Trust's popular Wildlings sessions offer children the chance to become a…

17 June - 29 July 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm

so many things to do

Shrewsbury summer of wellbeing
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Shrewsbury Summer of Wellbeing

A community led celebration of calm, connection & creativity.Slow down, reconnect and celebrate our beautiful town.Browse Summer of Wellbeing…

18 July - 30 August 2025
9:00am - 5:00pm
SMAG Plamds and People2
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Plants and People, Past and Future

A hands-on workshop for the Festival of Archaeology exploring our relationship with plants through history, including a guided tour and practical…

18 July
1:30pm - 3:30pm
The Hive outside
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Crafternoon

Free to drop in – donations appreciated to help continue the amazing work of The Hive A family-friendly craft session with materials provided. No…

21 July
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Torn paper collage
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Shrewsbury's Big Read

Shrewsbury's young readers are invited to a very special day in the Town Square this summer. Shrewsbury's Big Read, on Saturday 25 July from 10.30am…

25 July
10:30am - 2:30pm
Pond dipping cr Holly Jones5
Event

Wednesday Wildlings

Every Wednesday | Suitable for 18 months - 5 years oldShropshire Wildlife Trust's popular Wildlings sessions offer children the chance to become a…

17 June - 29 July 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Flaxmill storytelling
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Summer Stories from the Shire - Elephants on Parade

Join artist Sarah Evans and story-teller Jake Evans for one of their four sessions this summer. Art activities are interspersed with storytelling…

29 July
10:00am - 1:00pm
Flaxmill storytelling
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Summer Stories from the Shire - Horse Power

Join artist Sarah Evans and story-teller Jake Evans for one of their four sessions this summer. Art activities are interspersed with storytelling…

5 August
10:00am - 1:00pm
Home educators at shrewsbury museum
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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…

1 May - 7 August 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Flaxmill storytelling
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Summer Stories from the Shire - The Bird Kingdom

Join artist Sarah Evans and story-teller Jake Evans for one of their four sessions this summer. Art activities are interspersed with storytelling…

12 August
10:00am - 1:00pm
Flaxmill storytelling
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Summer Stories from the Shire - The River

Join artist Sarah Evans and story-teller Jake Evans for one of their four sessions this summer. Art activities are interspersed with storytelling…

19 August
10:00am - 1:00pm

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