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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.

so many things to do

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Extended History of Shrewsbury Series 1 Episode 5: Norman Society

Social structures and the Domesday Book, the power of the Church, the founding of Shrewsbury Abbey, other religious houses in Shropshire and facts…

6 December - 9 November 2026
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Morris hall
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Mad Jack's Comedy Club - November 2026

Tom Ward is an award winning comedian from London. He has appeared on ‘Live at The Apollo’ & ‘Live from The BBC’ (BBC), ‘Roast Battle’ , ‘Stand…

11 November
7:00pm - 10:00pm
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Music Students' Lunchtime Recital

Shrewsbury College has probably the largest music department of any sixth form college in the UK. Based at the English Bridge campus right by the…

12 November
12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Tea Discovery Workshop

Join us for a relaxed and informative tea experience.Try five carefully selected Japanese teas, enjoy delicious snacks and learn about their history,…

12 November
3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Onwards and Sideways

Tony Evans is deputy head of a primary school. Emma Dretzin is a musician and composer, and single mother of two daughters. Neither knows the other.…

6 November - 12 November 2026
2:30pm - 5:30pm
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Lino Carve & Print Your Own Christmas Baubles

Get festive and creative with a 2-hour beginner-friendly lino printing workshop. Carve two bespoke Christmas designs, then use them to print your own…

12 November
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Karl Bushby

28 years on the road. 36,000 miles on foot. Deadly jungles. Frozen seas. One extraordinary mission. In 1998, British adventurer Karl Bushby set out…

12 November
7:30pm - 8:30pm
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Peter Asher: Everywhere Man

Blending documentary and musical memoir, EVERYWHERE MAN tells the extraordinary life story of Peter Asher, pop star, producer, manager, and confidant…

11 November - 12 November 2026
8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Stuart Michael – the Psychic Medium

Direct from London's West End - a thrilling and intriguing night of psychic mediumship. Boasting an impressive, worldwide celebrity client list,…

12 November
6:00pm - 10:00pm
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Playtime at the Library - Role play session

Join us for an interactive role-play session. Designed for children ages 0-5 and their grown ups to explore, connect and grow together. These…

13 November
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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