Shrewsbury Sparkles: Music, Markets & Lights Galore!

We hope you've had a fantastic week and are ready for the exciting days ahead as we gear up towards Christmas! 🎉

This week’s scoop™ includes:

• Details on the Christmas Lights Switch-On 🎄

• A chance to explore 24 Severn by 3, an inspiring local art exhibition opening November 19th 🎨

• All of the Christmas events happening across the town 🎅

Let’s get stuck into what’s happening this week.

Disclaimer: Please note that events listed in this newsletter are subject to change. While we make every effort to provide accurate details, we cannot be held liable for any alterations to dates, times, locations, pricing, or content after the email is sent. We recommend checking directly with the event venue for the most up-to-date information. Additionally, we are not responsible for any external links included in this newsletter. Always verify event details with the official event organizer.

HISTORY & CULTURE 🏛️

24 Severn by 3

📅 Date: November 19th - December 1st
⏰ Time: Gallery hours
📍 Venue: Footprint Gallery

Experience the vibrant artistic dialogue of three local Frankwell artists—Helen-Sian, Barrington Maisey, and Sara Mai—at the 24 Severn by 3 exhibition.

Expect a unique blend of art, from Barrington's Botannicals, to Helen's Scapes of Weather, Land, and Sea, and Sara's striking Plastic Pixel Colours.

Bear Steps Art Gallery Exhibitions

'Legacy' by Ffeisty Ffelters

Marking 20 years of creative collaboration, the Ffeisty Ffelters present their annual autumn exhibition, Legacy.

This special display highlights two decades of artistry and is on view in the main hall of Bear Steps Art Gallery until November 23rd.

Upstairs at Bear Steps

The upstairs galleries at Bear Steps Art Gallery feature captivating works by Frances Carr, Linda Mort, and Roger Cray.

Explore their unique artistic expressions on display until November 23rd.

FOOD & DRINK 🍽️

Festive Winter Warmer at The Market Hall

📅 Date: November 20th
⏰ Time: 4 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Market Hall

Celebrate the Christmas Lights Switch-On with late-night shopping, festive bites, and warming drinks at The Market Hall.

Between 5 PM and 7 PM, shoppers can claim a free mince pie and mulled wine (while stocks last) when purchasing from participating stalls.

The Shrewsbury Food Hub and chef Steve Guy will serve up delicious treats made from surplus food to support the charity’s food waste reduction mission.

Whisky Tasting with Wrekin Whiskies

📅 Date: November 22nd
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Venue: Prince Rupert Hotel

Explore the world of Single Malt Whiskies with the experts from Wrekin Whiskies in the elegant setting of the historic Prince Rupert Hotel.

🎟️ Tickets: Book your place here.

Gin Therapy - New Gins for Winter 2024

📅 Date: November 22nd
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
📍 Venue: Upper Gallery, Shrewsbury Market Hall

Discover the hottest new gins this winter at a two-hour tasting session hosted by Gindifferent.

Enjoy 6 gins, 3 new cocktails, delectable nibbles, and expert guidance from fully trained "Gin-ologists." This fun and engaging session is perfect for gin enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

🎟️ Tickets: Book here

Note: Over 18s only, advanced booking required.

COMMUNITY & OTHER 🤝

Shrewsbury Christmas Light Switch On

📅 Date: Wednesday, November 20th
⏰ Time: Entertainment from 4:30 PM; Lights switch-on at 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Square, Shrewsbury

Kick off the festive season with Shrewsbury's Christmas Lights Switch-On!

Enjoy family-friendly entertainment in The Square starting at 4:30 PM, leading up to the dazzling big switch-on at 6:30 PM.

For late-night shopping, the Darwin Centre will remain open until 8 PM.

RAD Beer Comedy Night

📅 Date: November 24th
⏰ Time: Bar opens at 4 PM. Show starts at 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: RAD Beer, Hereford Road, Shrewsbury SY3 7QZ

Laugh the night away with comedians Sally-Anne Hayward, Alex Camp, and Craig Deeley, hosted by MC James Cook.

The bar opens early for pre-show drinks, making it the perfect way to unwind before the main event.

🎟️ Tickets: Book here.

More Festive Fairs

Festive Evening at Battlefield 1403

On November 21st, Battlefield 1403 celebrates the season with a cozy community evening. Enjoy delicious food, local crafts, live brass band tunes, choir performances, and even a visit from Father Christmas on a tractor.

Festivities run from 4 PM to 7:30 PM.

Christmas Fair at St Mary’s

Get into the holiday spirit on November 23rd at St Mary’s.

From 10 AM to 4 PM, browse unique items and gifts from local traders in a festive setting.

LIVE MUSIC 🎸

Steve Knightley at The Abbey

📅 Date: November 20th
⏰ Time: 7 PM – 10:30 PM
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Abbey

Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Steve Knightley, a leading figure in the Folk, Acoustic, and Roots music scene, brings his captivating performance to Shrewsbury Abbey.

🎟️ Tickets: Book here.

Choirs

Rock Choir

Enjoy festive music and entertainment at St Mary’s Church on November 20th, hosted by Rock Choir.

Shrewsbury Cantata Choir

On November 23rd, Shrewsbury Cantata Choir presents a stirring evening of classical music at St Chad's Church, featuring Haydn's Nelson Mass and Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK 📸

This week’s photo compares Shirehall in Shrewsbury when it first opened to its present-day appearance.

The building has recently closed to staff as they vacate the premises, marking a significant change in its history.

The image captures how the structure has evolved over time, offering a snapshot of both its past and its future in the town’s landscape.

Submit your photo of Shrewsbury to @ShrewsburyScoop on Instagram or Facebook to be featured next week!

SPORTS DIGEST 🏆

Shrewsbury Town Football Club ⚽

In Shrewsbury Town's latest match, they faced a tough defeat to Walsall in the EFL Trophy on November 12, losing 3-0.

Shrewsbury struggled to make an impact despite a few attempts to break through Walsall's defense.

They currently sit bottom of League One, with 8 points and a goal difference of -14. Their last result came over a month ago in their match against Crawley Town.

There has been big news this week with the appointment of Gareth Ainsworth as their new manager, following the dismissal of Paul Hurst.

Ainsworth, who previously spent over a decade at Wycombe Wanderers, brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the struggling League One side.

His management career includes over 150 games in the league, and he has also managed QPR in the Championship.

The Shrewsbury board expressed their confidence in Ainsworth, seeing his experience and leadership qualities as key to turning the club’s fortunes around, especially with the team currently sitting at the bottom of the league.

Ainsworth is known for his attacking style of play and high-pressing. Fans are hoping this will translate into more goals for Shrewsbury, and in turn, wins.

Looking ahead, the team will return to league action on November 23 against Birmingham City, with a 12:30 pm kick-off. ​

Birmingham City sit second in the table and hold the League One transfer record having poached striker Jay Stansfield from Fulham in the summer.

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