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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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Beefy Boys Book Launch Event

The Beefy Boys Fire Up the Great British BBQ at Waterstones Shrewsbury Award-winning burger legends The Beefy Boys are bringing smoke, fire and…

7 May
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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BOYBAND IN THE BUFF

Get ready to scream like it’s 1999!Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert – starring pop heartthrob Gareth Gates and a cast of ripped…

7 May
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Riso printing workshop
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Riso Printing Workshop

Get stuck into the wonderful world of Risograph printing with our hands on workshop! Risograph printing is a stencil based printing process known for…

8 May
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Return Of The Native
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THE RETURN OF THE NATIVE

Thomas Hardy’s The Return of the Native is a profound exploration of human desires and the indomitable forces that shape destiny.Set against the…

7 May - 8 May 2026
7:30pm - 8:30pm
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MARK SIMMONS

As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, “Master of one-liners’” Mark Simmons had a ground-breaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two…

8 May
7:30pm - 8:30pm
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Carducci Quartet and Simon Callaghan

The dynamic Carduccis team up once again with pianist Simon CallaghanDmitri Shostakovich: Piano Quintet in G minor, Op. 57Caroline Shaw:…

8 May
7:30pm - 9:00pm
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My Favourite Cake

Iran, 2024, rated 12, 94 minsPersian, subtitledA widowed woman defies social norms when she invites a charming stranger into her home for cake—and…

8 May
8:00pm - 9:30pm
Buttermarket
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QUEEN’S GREATEST HITS – starring Mickey Callisto

Calling all Queen fans! You're gonna have yourself a real good time as Don't Stop Queen Now make their return at The Buttermarket on Friday 8…

8 May
6:00pm - 10:30pm
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John Finn: The Work of the Deaf Blind Artist

Currently exhibiting in the Main Hall at the Bear Steps Art Gallery, for his third exhibition, is deaf blind artist John Finn. The third exhibition…

26 April - 9 May 2026
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Beginners Jersey T-Shirt

Suitable for total beginners and a great introduction for working with jersey fabrics. On this course you will learn basic overlocking skills to put…

9 May
10:00am - 12:00pm

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