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 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 […]
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 MoreCelebrated light and sound artist Andy McKeown will be illuminating the historic Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings buildings on Friday 9th February. The evening will also be spent recording voices for Andy’s forthcoming work ‘Flaxmill Voices’. The project commemorates the thousands of workers who toiled here when it was a Flax Mill, at its height in the […]
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 MoreThe team at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings have announced a Grant scheme to provide funding to community groups to access the historic site and learn about its heritage and importance. Running over the course of a year, they will be awarding a total of £20,000 worth of community micro-grants as part of their Activity Plan, which […]
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 […]
Heritage Open Days 10th September Shrewsbury Castle & The Soldiers of Shropshire Museum To celebrate this year’s HOD, on Sunday 10th September, we will be unlocking and opening the […]