Looking for something to do in Shrewsbury this week? From curry nights and courtyard yoga to 90s throwback parties and free organ recitals, there’s no shortage of great events happening around town. Here’s a round-up of 15 standout happenings to check out – whether you’re in the mood for live music, local food pop-ups, a […]
Tucked away within the town walls, Orchard Café is a peaceful retreat that feels worlds apart from the bustle of the town centre. Despite its SY1 postcode, this lovely spot is still a bit of a secret, nestled between Shrewsbury Cathedral and ancient historic walls. The café was established to support the Roman Catholic Diocese […]
If you’ve ever wandered past a freshly gleaming sign or a once-grubby bollard that suddenly looks spotless, chances are you’ve walked past the work of John Edwards, a man who’s become something of a local legend for all the right reasons. John doesn’t work for the council. He isn’t paid. He’s just an enthusiast with […]
Shrewsbury’s biggest comedy event of the year just got even bigger. Organisers of the Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival have revealed that acclaimed comedian and broadcaster Cally Beaton will be joining the stellar line-up for this summer’s Gala Show at Theatre Severn on Sunday 13 July. With an already packed programme featuring some of the UK’s […]
Shropshire County Show will be sizzling this year with the addition of a new ‘Fire Stage’ featuring some of the UK’s top chefs cooking over fire. Adam Purnell, aka the Shropshire Lad, will be among the chefs demonstrating the art of cooking over coals at the show, which takes place at the DMOS People West […]
I had the opportunity to experience the much-anticipated Swipe Vintage event that set up shop in Shrewsbury on March 15th. For those unfamiliar with the concept, Swipe Vintage offers a unique shopping experience where second-hand clothing spanning from the 60s to the 00s is available by weight: an exciting and sustainable approach to refreshing your […]
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