See & Do

A blockbuster in a Tudor cinema, a sell-out Folk Festival and the world’s oldest Flower Show.

Shrewsbury is full of finds to be discovered during your visit. By foot or by boat, the River Severn is a must, as is the café culture, the castle and the churches that dominate Shrewsbury's famous skyline. Learn more about one-off attractions, activities and things to do in Shrewsbury and Shropshire.

Discover Shrewsbury this February

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Fall in love with Shrewsbury this February! Get ready to indulge with everything Shrewsbury has to offer you this month, from the return of Shrewsbury's monthly markets and the annual DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival to Pancake Day indulgence.

Spring and Summer Events in Shrewsbury

Warm weather heralds the beginning of Shrewsbury's vibrant calendar of festivals. Experience original events from Oil To The Fort to the World Championship Coracle Race, and not forgetting the historic Shrewsbury Flower Show.

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DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival

5th to 12th Feb 2023

Various locations around Shrewsbury

Celebrate Shrewsbury’s most famous son at this year’s DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival. Join us as we celebrate our special links with Charles Darwin with an exciting...

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An Evening of Burlesque

10th Feb 2023

7:30pm

Theatre Severn

Frankwell Quay

SY3 8FT Shrewsbury

Roll up, roll up… for a night of laughter, cabaret, glitz and glamour! This sensational variety show is filled with artistic spectacle that has enraptured...

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Shrewsbury in TV and film

Over the decades, Shrewsbury’s been at home on the big screen. From the George C Scott 1984 classic A Christmas Carol to the BBC’s BAFTA award-winning series Time, Shrewsbury and its buildings have been used as the backdrop to many recognisable productions.

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Getting afloat in Shrewsbury

Seeing Shrewsbury from a different perspective has never been easier, with countless tours and activities available to help get you out on the water.

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Your guides to Shrewsbury

Wandering around the wonders of Shrewsbury is one of the best ways to see the sites. Whether you're looking to join a group, go solo or fancy something themed you'll find limitless options in our collation of Shrewsbury guides.

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