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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

Library 4
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Natural bath bomb workshop

Join us for a super fun and hands-on experience where you'll learn to make your very own natural bath bombs from scratch! Perfect for a relaxing…

9 May
10:30am - 12:30pm
Steeleye Span
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Steeleye Span

Shrewsbury Abbey is just the perfect setting for Steeleye Span to visit on their current tour – a unique and iconic group performing in a unique and…

9 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Alix chidley utley talk event
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History on Tap: Alix Chidley-Uttley Talks Witch Trials

HISTORY ON TAP A brand-new series of live events bringing history to the pub. Join us for engaging talks from some of the country’s leading…

13 May
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Session A9
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SESSION A9

Over the last 25 years, Session A9 have earned their reputation as one of the best live bands in the country, adored by fellow artists and the wider…

13 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Devil Wears Prada SUB
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The Devil Wears Prada 2 (12A)

Almost twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel – Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci…

1 May - 14 May 2026
Art school screen printing
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Screen printing workshop

he workshop runs from 6 - 8pm, giving you plenty of time to explore the depths of screen printing. There are just 4 spots in each workshop as we will…

14 May
6:00pm - 8:00pm
John Kearns 1
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JOHN KEARNS: TILTING AT WINDMILLS

TILTING AT WINDMILLS is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns.A fragmented,…

14 May
7:30pm - 8:30pm
Buzzy beats hero
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Buzzy Beats Summer 2026

Fridays during term time @ The Hive ShrewsburyPLEASE NOTE: Sessions are frequently sold out at present, therefore we recommend booking in advance…

1 May - 15 May 2026
10:30am - 11:00am
Tanners talk
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Tanners Talks, in Conversation with Dominic Sandbrook

Dominic Sandbrook is a historian, broadcaster and co-host of the hugely popular podcast The Rest is History. Known for his sharp wit and engaging…

15 May
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Floral glass
Event

Floral glass painting

Join Shrewsbury Arts and Crafts at the Library for a fun and creative morning painting beautiful floral designs on glass using special paints to…

16 May
10:00am - 12:30pm

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