Kickstart 2025 with Shrewsbury's Top Events, Local Art News & More

Hello Shrewsbury! We hope you're ready to welcome in 2025 and kick off the new year in style.

This week’s Shrewsbury Scoop is packed with everything you need to start the year right.

This week’s edition includes:

🎉 New Year’s Eve & New Year Events: Celebrate the start of 2025 with our guide to the best events in town.
🎶 Live Music: Enjoy a range of performances happening this week.
🗳️ Question of the Week: Share your favourite memory of Shrewsbury from 2024 – we’ll feature your responses next week!
🖼️ Local Arts News: Get the latest updates on the local arts scene and events.
📸 Photo of the Week: A stunning image that captures the spirit of Shrewsbury.

Let’s dive into this week’s exciting events.

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.

NEW YEARS EVE EVENTS 🎉

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Shrewsbury – Just a Couple Days Away!

Ready to welcome 2025 in style? Shrewsbury is buzzing with events and celebrations to help you ring in the New Year. Here’s a selection of what’s happening around town:

Nightlife

We've updated this list from last week’s newsletter to include even more nightlife events:

• The Salopian with Radio Rumours (Smithfield Road, Shrewsbury): Details here

• The Boathouse Inn (Porthill, Shrewsbury): Details here

• The Armoury (Victoria Avenue, Shrewsbury): Details here

• Peacock Inn (Wenlock Road, Shrewsbury): Details here

• The Harry Hotspur (Harlescott): Details here

• Coracle Inn (Sundorne): Details here

• The Beeches (Bayston Hill): Details here

• Hole in the Wall (Shrewsbury Town Centre) Details here

• Bongo’s Bingo NYE Party (Buttermarket): Tickets here

• NYE with Fee Fee & The Sentiments (Albert’s Shed): Tickets here

• Midnight Symphony at Henry Tudor Inn (Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury): Details here

Important Note: The previously scheduled event at Venue 7, listed in last Sunday’s newsletter, has been cancelled. See here for more.

NYE at Hencote

📅 Date: Tuesday, 31st December 2024
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – Late
📍 Venue: Hencote, Crosshill, Shrewsbury, SY4 3AB
🎟 Tickets and details: Here

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Hencote with a choice of two unforgettable experiences. Enjoy a three-course meal, dancing, and late-night pizza with the full package, or join the party later for drinks, music, and a sparkling countdown to 2025. Perfect for an elegant evening or a lively night out!

COMMUNITY EVENTS AFTER NYE 🤝

Un-Plugged Acoustic Jam @ Oil

📅 Date: Tuesday, 31st December 2024
⏰ Time: 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
📍 Venue: Oil, Castle Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 2BQ
🔗 More details: Here

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Oil with an intimate and inclusive jam session hosted by Fergus Reid. Open to musicians of all levels and genres, this stripped-back evening invites you to show up, dive in, and share the music. No backline needed—just bring your talent!

Gentle Yoga with Jenna Blair

📅 Date: Monday, 1st January 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Online
🎟 Tickets: Here

Start the new year with Jenna’s Gentle Yoga practice, a calming session perfect for beginners. Welcome 2025 with an hour of mindful movement and relaxation from the comfort of your own space. Tickets for the online session are £8 (in-studio tickets are sold out).

Books Aloud at Shrewsbury Library

📅 Date: Thursday, 2nd January 2025
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Library, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AS
🔗 More details: Here

Relax with an hour of stories and poems for adults, centered on a new theme each month.

Mystery Menu Evening

📅 Date: Thursday, 2nd January 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Venue: CSONS, 8 Milk Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1SZ
🎟 Tickets: Here

Embark on a culinary adventure at CSONS’ Globally Inspired Mystery Menu evening. Enjoy five courses of authentic dishes from a surprise country or region, crafted with a local twist. Enhance your experience with an optional matched drinks flight for the perfect pairing.

Beginners 5K Running Group

📅 Date: Sunday, 5th January 2025
⏰ Time: 9:50 AM
📍 Venue: The Doctor’s Monument, The Quarry, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here

Start 2025 on the right foot with Shropshire Shufflers’ 5K Programme! Tailored for beginners, this supportive 12-week plan blends walking and jogging to help participants gradually build confidence and endurance. Led by experienced run leaders, it’s the perfect way to embrace a healthier new year.

LOCAL NEWS 📰

Artists Wanted for New Mural Trail

Shrewsbury BID is launching an exciting new initiative in 2025 to enhance the town’s walking and cycling routes with a unique ‘mini mural trail.’

Local artists are invited to transform street furniture, such as bollards and signal boxes, into stunning works of art. The theme of the murals will be "Myths, Legends, and Folktales of Shropshire," celebrating the region’s rich cultural heritage.

This project offers a fantastic opportunity for local artists to showcase their talent and contribute to the beautification of Shrewsbury.

Artists interested in taking part should submit their applications by January 6th, 2025.

For more information and to apply, see here.

Explore The Artisan Lab in Shrewsbury

A new creative hub has opened in Shrewsbury's Parade Shopping Centre – The Artisan Lab.

Launched just a few weeks ago, this charming shop offers a carefully curated collection of beautifully made handmade treasures, including ceramics, jewellery, prints, cards, books, and more.

The Artisan Lab also offers regular, informal workshops where visitors can explore various media and create finished pieces, all while focusing on mindfulness and wellbeing.

With studio space available, it’s the perfect place to unleash your creativity. The shop is run by Josephine, who brings a passion for art and community to this exciting new venture.

The Artisan Lab is starting 2025 with a Linocut Workshop on January 2nd, from 18:00 to 20:00.

Enjoy a welcome drink and a relaxed atmosphere as you create your own bespoke A5 journal (worth £8) featuring 32 blank pages. It’s a great way to start the year with a handmade creation.

Tickets are available here.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK 📸

This week’s photo captures the stunning view of St Chad's Church from the top of the Quarry, featuring a beautiful Christmas tree.

It’s the perfect way to end the festive season and highlight Shrewsbury's beauty at this time of year.

Credit goes to Chris Warrender, who often shares incredible photos of the local area and more on Facebook.

Submit your photo of Shrewsbury to @ShrewsburyScoop on Instagram or Facebook to be featured next time.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK 🗣️

As we say goodbye to 2024 and look ahead to the new year, we want to hear from you! What’s your favourite memory of Shrewsbury this past year?

Whether it’s a local event, a special moment, or simply enjoying the town, share your highlights with us!

Reply to this email with your answer – we’ll feature your responses in next week’s newsletter (the first of 2025).

SPORTS DIGEST 🏆

Shrewsbury Town Football Club

Shrewsbury vs Lincoln (1-0)

Shrewsbury secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory at home against Lincoln, thanks to Morgan Feeney’s early goal from a corner routine.

Lincoln threatened throughout the match, with Dom Jefferies and Bailey Cadamarteri coming close to equalising, but Shrewsbury held firm.

Despite a missed penalty by John Marquis late in the game, Shrewsbury hung on for just their fourth home win of the season.

Shrewsbury vs Northampton (Today)

Shrewsbury will be looking to extend their winning streak against Northampton Town, having already completed a league double over them last season. A win today would mark three consecutive victories over Northampton, a feat Shrewsbury hasn’t achieved since 2011.

Events, Clubs & More

If you would like Shrewsbury Scoop to feature your sports club or event, please reply to this email with the details and we can include it in future newsletters.

COMING NEXT WEEK 👀

Next week, we’ll be sharing a long-term view of the events happening in Shrewsbury throughout 2025 (as well as the usual upcoming week’s events).

This will give you a glimpse of what the town has to offer over the year, from exciting festivals to cultural happenings.

If you have something you'd like to share or be featured, whether it’s a pet story, eco-friendly tips, or a special business promotion, we’d love to hear from you.

Reply to this email or let us know on Facebook or Instagram what sections you'd like to see, or if you have content to share for these exciting new additions.

Thank You! ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone for the amazing feedback on Shrewsbury Scoop!

We only launched it towards the end of the year, but the response has been fantastic.

We’re excited to continue bringing you local news and updates in 2025, and we couldn’t do it without your support.

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year, and we look forward to sharing more in the months ahead!

See you next week,

Will - Shrewsbury Scoop.

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