The townwide Shrewsbury Arts Trail is returning for 2023 – with a sculpture trail this year involving bronze artworks by SALVADOR DALI. Organisers are extending submissions to artists in neighbouring counties this year, to include, Herefordshire, Powys, Cheshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire. Submissions are now open. The Trail was launched in 2021 as a pandemic initiative by mum of one […]
Read MoreShropshire can’t offer city breaks as such, as the county doesn’t have any cities! But Shrewsbury, the county’s capital, is a hugely rewarding place for a town break. Its compact centre is almost completely surrounded by a very scenic loop of the River Severn and is packed with historic buildings, particularly from the Tudor and […]
Read MoreNestled along the meandering River Severn, Shrewsbury is a quaint market town that beckons with its medieval charm and rich history. Easily accessible by train, this picturesque destination is a haven for history enthusiasts, culture seekers, and food connoisseurs. Explore Shrewsbury via train, where each cobblestone street tells a story. As your train glides into […]
Read More· The 21st DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival celebrates Charles Darwin’s legacy in his birthplace, Shrewsbury, with a month-long programme throughout February · About forty events are scheduled, including guided tours, music, lectures, art exhibitions, and interactive activities · Music and talks: Extensive programme of music and talks highlighting Darwin’s life story, home and garden, impact on […]
Read MoreIt may be raining outside, but that doesn’t mean it’s time for the fun to stop! There are plenty of indoor activities to keep the whole family entertained, from axe throwing to archery and board games – Shrewsbury has it all! Climbing the Walls is Shrewsbury’s only purpose-built dedicated climbing facility, and a fantastic way […]
Read MoreIt may be raining outside, but that doesn’t mean it’s time for the fun to stop! There are plenty of indoor activities to keep the whole family entertained, from axe throwing to archery and board games – Shrewsbury has it all! Climbing the Walls is Shrewsbury’s only purpose-built dedicated climbing facility, and a fantastic way to […]
Read MoreA GUIDE TO SHREWSBURY’S HISTORIC PUBS Nestled within the loop of the River Severn, Shrewsbury is a town steeped in history. Archaeological evidence dates the town back to the 7th century, when the Saxon rulers of Mercia founded ‘Scrobbesbyrig’, a fortified burh to retain control of a crossing of the River Severn. Shrewsbury is a patchwork […]
Read MoreOrganisers are gearing up to mark the 20th anniversary of the DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival – an annual event during the month of February to celebrate the life, work and legacy […]
Tucked in a loop of the River Severn near the Welsh border, this medieval market town is famous for its cobbled streets and Tudor centre. The town itself is a wonderful mixture of old and new. The picturesque black and white timber-framed buildings, historic landmarks and ancient town walls sit side by side with modern […]
Read MoreShrewsbury Abbey church is the venue on Saturday 23rd April at 7.30pm for a performance of Austrian composer Joseph Haydn’s masterpiece The Creation. The oratorio will be performed by Shrewsbury […]
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, March 21, 2024 – Have you spied the Easter Bunny popping up in businesses around Shrewsbury’s town centre? Just in time for the spring holidays, Shrewsbury BID is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting Easter Trail taking place around the town for the duration of the holiday. Commissioned by […]
Read More· Tickets for a new exhibition at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings have gone on sale today. · The new exhibition, called ‘The Mill’, brings to life the stories of the building that changed skylines across the world forever and the people involved in the site’s past. · The Mill will have lots to see and do […]
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