Family Friendly
If you’re visiting Shrewsbury with kids, we've plenty of exciting and child-friendly venues and activities to choose from.
Family Friendly features
Posted 11 April 2024
Best of the Fest: What Not to Miss at Loopfest 2024
Loopfest volunteer David Molby tells us about a few of the bands he's most excited to welcome to this year's three-day festival bonanza.
Posted 5 April 2024
Autism-Friendly Shrewsbury: Nerdy and Beyond
This Autism Acceptance Week, we hear from Nerdy and PACC Shropshire about autism friendly spaces in Shrewsbury.
Posted 3 April 2024
Spend an Enchanted April in Shrewsbury
As the days warm and the nights shorten, April has lots to offer. Get outdoors or hit the town for a huge array of spring events.
Posted 25 March 2024
Easter in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury has plenty to offer this Easter, with workshops and activities taking place across the town centre. And don't forget to pick up your…
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Posted 25 March 2024
Easter Holidays in Shrewsbury
It can be tough to keep the kids entertained during the holidays - but Shrewsbury has you covered! From craft sessions to film screenings and free…
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Posted 22 March 2024
Queen Camilla is Coming to Shrewsbury - Here’s Where to See Her
Join us in welcoming Her Majesth to town!
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Posted 1 March 2024
Enjoy spring in Shrewsbury this March
This month has lots to offer as we hurtle into spring -- from celebrating women and mothers to hunting down sweet treats for Easter, do it all in…
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Posted 1 March 2024
Celebrate Mother's Day in Shrewsbury
Whoever you're celebrating this Mothering Sunday, you’re sure to find an indulgent treat guaranteed to impress from these Shrewsbury businesses.
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Posted 22 February 2024
Celebrating the first five years of Shropshire’s first cat café
Paws Café recently celebrated five years since it was enthusiastically welcomed to Shrewsbury
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Family Friendly events
THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. I don't know why she swallowed a fly... But The People's Theatre Company do!And now you can too as they…
27 April 2024
The Tale of Peter Rabbit – Story Time Trail
Immerse yourself in the world of Peter Rabbit in our new Story Time Trail exhibition. 'Little bunnies' will be able to crawl under the garden gate,…
27 April 2024
Quiet Hour at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
We are pleased to offer The Quiet Hour from 11.00-12.00 on the last Sunday of the month.Visitors can expect: a quieter time when we typically…
28 April 2024
DRAWN Weekend
This biannual event has become a highlight of the Shrewsbury calendar, attracting both seasoned creatives and curious visitors to Shrewsbury.…
27 April 2024
LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY
Now seen by over 350,000 fans live, The Legends of American Country returns with another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics, and…
29 April 2024
Walking Tours of Shrewsbury
Come and join one of our daily guided walks of Shrewsbury. Led by our team of knowledgeable guides, explore the history and buildings of Shrewsbury…
Family Friendly businesses
The Beefy Boys
The Beefy Boys was founded in 2011 in Hereford by four backyard amateur cooks sharing a passion for local produce and dirty American-style burgers…
Open Today 12:00PM - 9:30PM
Costa, High Street
Costa is Britain's favourite coffee shop, with over 1300 shops throughout the country. Costa aims to provide the perfect cup of coffee, whether…
Open Today 8:00AM - 6:00PM
Shrewsbury Market Hall
Voted Britain's Favourite Market in 2018, 2023 & 2024! Beneath Shrewsbury's iconic clocktower is the town's award-winning indoor…
Open Today 8:00AM - 4:00PM
River Thai
The River Thai Restaurant & Bar is nestled beautifully by the River Severn in Shrewsbury. Designed in a classic contemporary style with all…
Open Today 5:00PM - 10:00PM
Kanu Poké
Kanu Poke is your go-to for vegan and gluten-free Pacific fusion! We love Fish! That's why we don't eat them. Poké is a Hawaiian dish, traditionally…
Open Today 11:00AM - 11:00PM
Ginger & Co. Coffee Shop
We are an independent coffee shop eatery located in the Square on Princess Street. We pride ourselves on making everything in-house and sourcing our…
Open Today 8:30AM - 4:00PM