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Talks

As a town with a vibrant history and thriving literature scene, it is no surprise that Shrewsbury has a great calendar of talks and lectures from great minds and talents.

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Mary beard
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Mary Beard

Step into the world of Ancient Rome with renowned historian Mary Beard as she uncovers the stories that history forgot. In this captivating live…

17 September
7:30pm - 10:00pm
Theatre severn
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Dinosaurs Live!

Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike and for the first time ever, the…

20 September - 21 September 2025
1:00pm - 4:30pm
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Heritage Open Days

Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,500 organisations, 5,000 events and 40,000…

12 September - 21 September 2025
10:00am - 5:00pm
Bear steps gallery
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History Group - The First World War & Beyond

History Series 5, Lecture 2: The First World War and beyond.Come join us at the Bear Steps Art Gallery and Medieval Hall for an insightful event…

21 September
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Magic Of Terry Prachett
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The Magic Of Terry Pratchett

Join author and comedian Marc Burrows on a journey through the life and work of Sir Terry Pratchett, based on his Locus Award-winning biography and…

21 September
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Katie Price
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Katie Price & Kerry Katona

Katie and Kerry come to Shrewsbury as part of their tell-all tour!Having been friends for over twenty years, they are looking forward to hitting the…

22 September
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Taste of Tanners: Uncorking a Wine List

Have you ever been intimidated by a restaurant's wine list, not knowing where to start and then ending up ordering the same old thing? Wish you knew…

25 September
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Matthew Horne
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Mathew Horne: In Conversation

We're talking all things Gavin & Stacey at this very special event, with none other than its lead: Mathew Horne!For the very first time since the…

28 September
3:00pm - 9:30pm
Theatre severn
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Gary Meikle

On 23rd January 2024 Gary was diagnosed as being neurodivergent which was kind of a surprise to him, funny enough not to anyone that knows…

2 October
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Dr Richard Shepherd
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Dr. Richard Shepard

Join Dr. Richard Shepherd, the UK’s top forensic pathologist, as he returns to the stage.With over 23,000 autopsies and some of history's most…

6 October
7:30pm - 9:30pm

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