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Spend an Enchanted April in Shrewsbury
Get outdoors in April
As the weather warms and the days lengthen, Shrewsbury blossoms into the perfect town for al fresco dining and outdoor fun. Dining in the town square, picnics in the Quarry, boat trips on the River Severn, heritage tours through medieval streets and passageways – when you visit Shrewsbury in the warmer months, you'll see the town in a completely different light.
Unsure where to start? Browse our guide to al fresco dining in Shrewsbury.
Enchanted April Events
Shrewsbury's April calendar is absolutely packed with events, from the much-loved DRAWN Weekend, bringing together an impressive roster of Shropshire's finest independent creatives for a unique shopping experience at Shrewsbury Flaxmill, to appearances from famous faces including Russell Howard, Anton Du Beke and Alistair McGowan.
In fact, there's too much on this month for us to list everything here – but we've included a limited selection to whet your appetite.
Live Theatre
Cluedo 2
Following the huge success of the smash hit original play, Cluedo is back on stage in 2024, with a brand new hilarious whodunit - CLUEDO 2.Starring…
26 April 2024
Anton Du Beke
Strictly Come Dancing legend and judge, Anton Du Beke, takes to the stage with his show in 2024... With live band, guest singer and dancers, expect a…
30 April 2024
Live Music
Annie Dressner: I Thought It Would Be Easier
She has been likened to an ‘up-tempo Mazzy Star’, Phoebe Bridgers and First Aid Kit. "Dressner is able to paint visceral images and transport the…
28 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
Opera Boys
After a SOLD OUT show in 2023 The Opera Boys are back with A Night at the Musicals, a fabulous evening of power-house vocals, immaculate 4-part…
28 April 2024
THE TAKE THAT EXPERIENCE
As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK's number one boy band, The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as their most popular and…
28 April 2024
Funky Cold Madena
The very best of Lovers Rock brought to you by the kingpin himself.
27 April 2024
LIVE MUSIC @ MOREISH - Common Jack Duo
Common Jack is an exciting acoustic duo comprising Martin Olyett and Martin Thomas – two singer-songwriters drawing inspiration from traditional…
26 April 2024
Blair Dunlop
Blair Dunlop begins the campaign for his 5th studio album announcing 25 UK tour dates in April and May 2024. Let’s Get Out of the Rain will be…
05 May 2024
Joshua Burnell and Annie Dressner
“A creatively fearless artist... 5/5" - RnR Magazine "Much of it would fit comfortably in a Peter Gabriel-era Genesis set (though said group never…
28 April 2024
John Doyle in Concert with support from Chris Quinn
Join John Doyle for an evening of internationally acclaimed folk guitar with support from Chris Quinn. "Doyle on guitar has risen to a level occupied…
27 April 2024
The BIG 90s REVIVAL Tour
The 90’s Revival Tour is coming back to The Buttermarket in Shrewsbury after last September’s SELL OUT Event. Get ready for this as we bring you the…
27 April 2024
Live Comedy
Shopping, Dining & Drinking
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
The Gin To My Tonic Gin, Rum & Vodka Festival
Take a ‘spirited’ adventure with the UK’s Best Craft Gin & Spirit Festival – includes Lemonade. We are uniting hundreds of different craft gins…
27 April 2024
Workshops & Creativity
Crafting Social
Are you a Crafter? Do you Knit, Crochet, Needle Felt, Crosstitch, Draw, Paint, Quilt or anything else crafty? Come down to Nerdy on a Monday evening…
29 April 2024
Introduction To Patchwork
Learn the basics from working with the rotary cutters, mats and rulers right the way through to quilting to create a simple disappearing 9 patchwork…
27 April 2024
Writer's Lab
A lively group meeting in the library (with a virtual link for anyone accessing from home) for local writers with author talks, peer support and to…
26 April 2024
For Kids
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
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
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