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February 15, 2026

Supporting image for story: Singing Shrewsbury trader to host market hall concert for campaign to save historic house destroyed in tragic fire

Singing Shrewsbury trader to host market hall concert for campaign to save historic house destroyed in tragic fire

February 13, 2026

Supporting image for story: Borderlines Film Festival to take place in March across Powys, Herefordshire and Shropshire

Borderlines Film Festival to take place in March across Powys, Herefordshire and Shropshire

Supporting image for story: Loopfest 2026 announces charity partners and volunteer fundraising model

Loopfest 2026 announces charity partners and volunteer fundraising model

Supporting image for story: 'Nothing off limits' for Ben Fogle as TV star heads to Shrewsbury for 'Wild' tour

'Nothing off limits' for Ben Fogle as TV star heads to Shrewsbury for 'Wild' tour

February 11, 2026

Supporting image for story: Scott Bennett to return as MC of Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival’s gala show

Scott Bennett to return as MC of Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival’s gala show

February 9, 2026

Supporting image for story: Original jazz group heads to Shropshire

Original jazz group heads to Shropshire

February 7, 2026

Supporting image for story: ‘Shrewsbury can’t put on its flower show - so why not have one in Bridgnorth?’ Town’s Pride organiser in bold proposal

‘Shrewsbury can’t put on its flower show - so why not have one in Bridgnorth?’ Town’s Pride organiser in bold proposal

February 4, 2026

Supporting image for story: Peppa Pig and family bringing 'oinktastic' stage show to Shrewsbury's Theatre Severn - here's when

Peppa Pig and family bringing 'oinktastic' stage show to Shrewsbury's Theatre Severn - here's when

February 3, 2026

Supporting image for story: New children's attraction opening at Shrewsbury Museum this month

New children's attraction opening at Shrewsbury Museum this month

February 2, 2026

Supporting image for story: Young performers invited to apply for grants from trust in memory of Shrewsbury Folk Festival co-founder

Young performers invited to apply for grants from trust in memory of Shrewsbury Folk Festival co-founder

January 29, 2026

Supporting image for story: 'A sad moment for the town': Mayor voices sympathy after society's 'incredibly difficult decision' to cancel Shrewsbury Flower Show

'A sad moment for the town': Mayor voices sympathy after society's 'incredibly difficult decision' to cancel Shrewsbury Flower Show

Supporting image for story: Shropshire National Trust site gets permission for expansion

Shropshire National Trust site gets permission for expansion

January 28, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Flower Show 2026 CANCELLED - organisers confirm 'difficult and sad decision'

Shrewsbury Flower Show 2026 CANCELLED - organisers confirm 'difficult and sad decision'

Supporting image for story: Over 30s clubbing experience returns to Shrewsbury

Over 30s clubbing experience returns to Shrewsbury

January 25, 2026

Supporting image for story: ‘My dad taught me to play - now he’s gone his guitar is taking to the stage with me’: Guitarist James plays tribute to late dad with prized guitar at Shrewsbury gig

‘My dad taught me to play - now he’s gone his guitar is taking to the stage with me’: Guitarist James plays tribute to late dad with prized guitar at Shrewsbury gig

January 22, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Folk Festival confirms three-time Grammy winner amongst latest acts

Shrewsbury Folk Festival confirms three-time Grammy winner amongst latest acts

January 20, 2026

Supporting image for story: The Classic Rock Show promise 'riffs galore' on 2026 world tour, including Shrewsbury dates

The Classic Rock Show promise 'riffs galore' on 2026 world tour, including Shrewsbury dates

January 14, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury bar and food venue closed with immediate effect after owners' 'heartbreaking decision'

Shrewsbury bar and food venue closed with immediate effect after owners' 'heartbreaking decision'

January 12, 2026

Supporting image for story: 'One day in Shrewsbury's not enough' says 3.3 million-follower TikTok foodie in glowing review of Shropshire trip

'One day in Shrewsbury's not enough' says 3.3 million-follower TikTok foodie in glowing review of Shropshire trip

January 3, 2026

Supporting image for story: Celebrity pianist to perform in Shropshire

Celebrity pianist to perform in Shropshire

December 26, 2025

Supporting image for story: 20 years of The Salopian: Time to raise a glass as landlord looks back on floods, fun and famous faces at Shrewsbury pub

20 years of The Salopian: Time to raise a glass as landlord looks back on floods, fun and famous faces at Shrewsbury pub

December 22, 2025

Supporting image for story: ASWAD to headline Rum & Reggae Festival debut at Shrewsbury Quarry in July 2026

ASWAD to headline Rum & Reggae Festival debut at Shrewsbury Quarry in July 2026

December 21, 2025

Supporting image for story: Watch: Record-breaking dance group return to Shrewsbury to surprise Christmas shoppers with festive flash mob

Watch: Record-breaking dance group return to Shrewsbury to surprise Christmas shoppers with festive flash mob

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury pupils bring Flaxmill history to life in unique and historic drama production

Shrewsbury pupils bring Flaxmill history to life in unique and historic drama production

December 17, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Christmas Market returns this week: Find out when and where to grab festive goodies and tasty treats

Shrewsbury Christmas Market returns this week: Find out when and where to grab festive goodies and tasty treats

December 15, 2025

Supporting image for story: Christmas magic lights up children’s faces thanks to Shrewsbury Rotary

Christmas magic lights up children’s faces thanks to Shrewsbury Rotary

December 14, 2025

Supporting image for story: 14 festive photos from Severn Hospice's Christmas fayre in Shrewsbury

14 festive photos from Severn Hospice's Christmas fayre in Shrewsbury

December 13, 2025

Supporting image for story: Dozens of tractors will light up Shrewsbury this weekend - see road closure info and find out where you can see the show

Dozens of tractors will light up Shrewsbury this weekend - see road closure info and find out where you can see the show

Supporting image for story: 40 unmissable concerts, sports events and more coming to West Midlands in 2026, including Robbie Williams, Def Leppard and darts

40 unmissable concerts, sports events and more coming to West Midlands in 2026, including Robbie Williams, Def Leppard and darts

Supporting image for story: Shropshire RAF base's Christmas carol concert raises thousands for charity

Shropshire RAF base's Christmas carol concert raises thousands for charity

Supporting image for story: Pantomime stars make draw for Christmas raffle to raise vital funds for Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Pantomime stars make draw for Christmas raffle to raise vital funds for Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

December 11, 2025

Supporting image for story: Festive family fun comes to Shrewsbury as Freemasons host community Christmas Fayre

Festive family fun comes to Shrewsbury as Freemasons host community Christmas Fayre

Supporting image for story: 'A true highlight of Shrewsbury’s Christmas season': Carols in the Square set for much-anticipated return

'A true highlight of Shrewsbury’s Christmas season': Carols in the Square set for much-anticipated return

Supporting image for story: Loopfest 2026: 'Punk disruptors' and 'genre-bending favourites' among latest acts to be announced for popular Shrewsbury music festival

Loopfest 2026: 'Punk disruptors' and 'genre-bending favourites' among latest acts to be announced for popular Shrewsbury music festival

Supporting image for story: Montgomery House invites community to join them at Christmas Fair

Montgomery House invites community to join them at Christmas Fair

December 9, 2025

Supporting image for story: Santa sleigh gears up for its second busy week

Santa sleigh gears up for its second busy week

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury pub with 'rustic charm' reopens after 18 months - and landlord says customers are 'loving it'

Shrewsbury pub with 'rustic charm' reopens after 18 months - and landlord says customers are 'loving it'

Supporting image for story: Planning an Attingham Park walk over Christmas? You'll need to book tickets - here's when they are available

Planning an Attingham Park walk over Christmas? You'll need to book tickets - here's when they are available

December 7, 2025

Supporting image for story: Dick Whittington and his Cat: Huge slip 'n' slide, enormous flying turtle and the most eye-popping dame outfit ever in un-fur-gettable Shrewsbury pantomime - REVIEW

Dick Whittington and his Cat: Huge slip 'n' slide, enormous flying turtle and the most eye-popping dame outfit ever in un-fur-gettable Shrewsbury pantomime - REVIEW

December 4, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury bar launches new 'Panic at the Bus Stop' beer to poke fun at gyratory scheme

Shrewsbury bar launches new 'Panic at the Bus Stop' beer to poke fun at gyratory scheme

December 3, 2025

Supporting image for story: Comedian Alan Carr confirms Shrewsbury dates as The Celebrity Traitors star announces new tour

Comedian Alan Carr confirms Shrewsbury dates as The Celebrity Traitors star announces new tour

December 1, 2025

Supporting image for story: Winter winners: December school holiday activities on offer from 4 All Foundation

Winter winners: December school holiday activities on offer from 4 All Foundation

November 30, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club announces ambitious Santa sleigh programme - when you can see Father Christmas

Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club announces ambitious Santa sleigh programme - when you can see Father Christmas

Supporting image for story: 'We fell in love the moment we saw it': Call for more fine art after painting tripled its estimate at Shropshire auction

'We fell in love the moment we saw it': Call for more fine art after painting tripled its estimate at Shropshire auction

November 29, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'I've been a chauffeur in Shropshire for 25 years and still get a buzz from providing luxury, stress-free journeys'

'I've been a chauffeur in Shropshire for 25 years and still get a buzz from providing luxury, stress-free journeys'

November 26, 2025

Supporting image for story: Happy Mondays legend Bez at 'day-clubbing' event in Shrewsbury this weekend

Happy Mondays legend Bez at 'day-clubbing' event in Shrewsbury this weekend

Popular Shrewsbury restaurant Avatar finds a new home - just over the road in former board game cafe

Supporting image for story: More stallholders sought as free festive market set to return to Shrewsbury garden centre

More stallholders sought as free festive market set to return to Shrewsbury garden centre

November 22, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'We started a vegan, gluten-free and nut-free takeaway from our home in Shrewsbury during lockdown - and now run our own restaurant'

'We started a vegan, gluten-free and nut-free takeaway from our home in Shrewsbury during lockdown - and now run our own restaurant'

Supporting image for story: Midlands-based Frank Sinatra singer brings The Rat Pack: Christmas in Vegas show to the region

Midlands-based Frank Sinatra singer brings The Rat Pack: Christmas in Vegas show to the region