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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.

so many things to do

Library 4
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Storytime

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

3 December - 24 June 2026
10:30am - 11:15am
Family creative collage in shrewsbury copy
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Family creative collage

Join us for a fun, hands-on family creative collage workshop full of colourful and crafty vibes. Bring the whole crew to dive into a world of…

27 June
10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 4
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Lego Club

Drop in every Saturday for our free Lego Club. All ages welcome - you're never too young or old to let your imaginations run wild with everyone's…

8 December - 27 June 2026
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Library 3
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Rhyme Time

Join Shrewsbury Library every Monday for rhymes and songs for children up to five years old. The session encourages families to share books and…

27 January - 29 June 2026
10:30am - 11:00am
The square 3
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Shrewsbury's Big Read

Shrewsbury's young readers are invited to a very special day in the Town Square to celebrate the National Year of Reading.Shrewsbury's Big Read will…

25 July
10:00am - 3:00pm
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
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

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