This Week in Frosty Shrewsbury: Best Events, Awards & Local News

Hello Shrewsbury. We hope you’re ready for another week of fantastic happenings in our wonderful town.

This week’s Shrewsbury Scoop is full of the latest events, stories, and highlights to keep you in the loop.

(We apologise for sending this later than planned — there was an issue that prevented this email from going out yesterday afternoon)

This week’s edition includes:

🌟 Exciting Events: From award-winning concerts to creative workshops and markets, find the best events happening in town.
🧘‍♀️ Local Business News: A yoga studio is expanding—bringing even more opportunities for wellbeing to Shrewsbury.
🏆 Award Spotlight: Celebrate the Market’s recent nomination and learn what makes it such a local treasure.
📸 Photos of the Week: Two gorgeous snaps capturing the local weather this week.
❓ Question of the Week: Share your thoughts and be part of the conversation.

Let's jump into this week’s 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.

FOOD & DRINK 🍽️

Italian Small Plates Night at CSONS

📅 Date: Thursday, 16th January 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Venue: CSONS, 8 Milk Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1SZ
🎟 Tickets: Via event Here

Kick off the year with an Italian Small Plates Night at CSONS, celebrating their Italian chef Francesco! Enjoy a delicious menu featuring a welcome canapé, five small plates, sides, and a tempting dessert. At just £30 per person, it’s the perfect way to enjoy an authentic Italian feast in the heart of Shrewsbury.

Drink & Draw with Anna Moszynska

📅 Date: Wednesday, 22nd January 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Venue: Glou Glou, 17A Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AD
🎟 Tickets: Here

Unleash your creativity at Drink and Draw! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a pencil for the first time, this relaxed and sociable session is the perfect opportunity to get artistic.

Led by Anna Moszynska, an experienced artist and educator, you’ll explore the January theme “Refresh” while enjoying your first drink and all the materials provided.

RAD Beer: Polly's 7th Birthday Tap Takeover

📅 Date: Friday, 24th January 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM onwards
📍 Venue: RAD Beer, Hereford Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 7QZ
🔗 More details: Here

Celebrate Polly's 7th birthday with a special tap takeover at RAD Beer! They’ve partnered with seven exceptional breweries, bringing you a range of progressive and unique beers from across the UK. Whether you're a fan of well-established brews or excited to try new up-and-comers, there's something for every beer lover. Wild Street Kitchen will also be on-site from 5 PM, serving up tasty food to complement your drinks.

Supper Club: A Trip through Northern Italy

📅 Date: Thursday, 30th January 2025
⏰ Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM, Food served from 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Glou Glou, 17A Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AD
🎟 Tickets: Here

Take a culinary journey through Northern Italy at Glou Glou’s Supper Club! Explore the flavours of Lombardy, Piedmont, and Veneto with a carefully curated menu prepared by chef Carlotta and sous chef Ashleigh. Each course is perfectly paired with wine from Glou Glou’s extensive collection.

Gin Therapy by Gindifferent

📅 Date: Friday, 31st January 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
📍 Venue: St Vincent, 11a Fish Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UR
🎟 Tickets: Here

Embark on a sophisticated evening of gin exploration with Gin Therapy - Over a Barrel hosted by Gindifferent. Discover the world of aged gins, paired with high-strength varieties to tantalise your taste buds and elevate your drinking experience.

Perfect for gin enthusiasts or those seeking to expand their spirit knowledge, this two-hour session includes tastings of six gins, three unique cocktails, and tasty nibbles.

COMMUNITY & OTHER 🤝

Shrewsbury Repair Cafe

📅 Date: Saturday, 18th January 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Venue: United Reformed Church, Coleham Head, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here

Join the Shrewsbury Repair Café and breathe new life into your damaged possessions.

Whether it’s clothing, electronics, or furniture, a team of talented volunteers will assist with repairs at no cost. Drop off items for assessment between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM, and pick them up by 2:00 PM.

While not every repair can be guaranteed, you’ll receive helpful guidance for next steps. Donations are welcome to support the venue—repairing is better than replacing!

Women’s Winter Wellbeing Workshop with Natalie Jackson

📅 Date: Sunday, 19th January 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: Jenna Blair Yoga Wellbeing Centre, 143A Belle Vue Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 7NN
🎟 Tickets: Here
🔗 More details: Here

Kickstart the year feeling balanced and energised with a Women's Winter Wellbeing Workshop led by Natalie. Exclusively for women, this session offers tools and techniques to help you navigate the colder months with vitality and support. (Booking is essential)

Harlescott Sunday Market

📅 Date: Sunday, 19th January 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: Harlescott Sunday Market, Carpark Next to Tesco Extra, SY1 4HA
🔗 More details: Here

Shop local and support the community at Harlescott Sunday Market! With a wide variety of unique gifts, handmade goods, antiques, and delicious food, there’s something for everyone. Stroll through the market, discover one-of-a-kind items, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.

Sleeping Beauty @ Pontesbury Public Hall

📅 Date: Wednesday, 29th January – Saturday, 1st February 2025
📍 Venue: Pontesbury Public Hall, Pontesbury, Shrewsbury, SY5 0QA
🎟 Tickets: Here

Enjoy a magical evening of entertainment with the Pontesbury Players' production of Sleeping Beauty. Featuring Martin Jones’ classic pantomime charm with a fresh 2025 twist by Malcolm Whittall, this lively and family-friendly show is a must-see.

Senior Tennis Mixed Doubles Competition

📅 Date: Thursday, 7th February – Friday, 8th February 2025
📍 Venue: The Shrewsbury Club, Sundorne Road
🔗 More details: Here

The 2025 Senior Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament is here! With categories for 35+, 40+, 50+, and 60+, it’s the perfect chance to showcase your skills and compete against fellow tennis enthusiasts.

Whether you're a seasoned player or looking to test your abilities, this competition promises exciting matches and great camaraderie. Don’t miss out—entries close on 1st February.

LIVE MUSIC 🎸

Tribute to Morrissey and The Smiths at The Buttermarket

📅 Date: Friday, 17th January 2025
⏰ Time: Pre-party at 6:00 PM | Band on stage at 7:45 PM
📍 Venue: The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, SY1 2LF
🎟 Tickets: Here

Don’t miss These Smiths, the UK’s top tribute to Morrissey and The Smiths. Hailing from Manchester, they’re praised for their authentic sound and energy. With support from Morrissey and Smiths legends, this is the ultimate night for fans. Enjoy the pre-party from 6 PM, with the band hitting the stage at 7:45 PM, followed by a free after-party.

The Beatles Greatest Hits by The Upbeat Beatles

📅 Date: Saturday, 18th January 2025
⏰ Time: Pre-party at 6:00 PM | Band on stage at 7:45 PM
📍 Venue: The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, SY1 2LF
🎟 Tickets: Here

Join The Upbeat Beatles for an unforgettable night of classic hits at The Beatles Greatest Hits tribute event! Enjoy 30+ timeless songs in a high-energy, two-hour show. The night starts with a 60s/70s pre-party, followed by the band on stage at 7:45 PM. Keep the vibe going with a free after-party until late.

Shrewsbury International Piano Recital - Mariam Batsashvili

📅 Date: Sunday, 19th January 2025
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM
📍 Venue: St Chad's Church, Shrewsbury, SY1 1JX
🎟 Tickets: Here

Experience the brilliance of Georgian maestro Mariam Batsashvili as she performs in Shropshire for the first time. Winner of the 2014 Franz Liszt Piano Competition, Mariam has captivated audiences across 30 countries with her flawless technique, passion, and profound musicality.

Hoot Jazz Band at The Hive

📅 Date: Sunday, 19th January 2025
⏰ Time: Doors open at 2:00 PM | Event from 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TE
🎟 Tickets: Here

Enjoy a unique blend of Blues, Jazz, Township, and Soul with the Hoot Jazz Band! This lively gig is part of the Save the Hive campaign, with proceeds supporting creative activities and workshops to improve wellbeing. Tickets are £10, with a £1 booking fee for online transactions.

Jonathan Veira @ St Chad’s

📅 Date: Saturday, 25th January 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Venue: St Chad’s Terrace, Shrewsbury, SY1 1JX
🎟 Tickets: Here

Experience the incredible Jonathan Veira live in Shrewsbury as part of his Not Dead Yet tour! A musical chameleon, Jonathan brings a rich blend of ballads, blues, gospel, jazz, rock n’ roll, and even opera—performed with his signature humour and stunning vocal talent. His hilarious storytelling and heartfelt anecdotes make his one-man show truly special, leaving audiences of all ages in fits of laughter and awe.

CRAFT & CREATE 🎨

Introduction to Overlocking Class

📅 Date: Saturday, 25th January 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: Abakhan Fabrics, 18 Market Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LE
🎟 Tickets: Here

Ready to master the art of overlocking? Join the Introduction to Overlocking class at Abakhan and take your sewing skills to the next level.

Perfect for beginners, this hands-on session will teach you everything from threading your machine to creating professional, stretch-friendly finishes. You’ll also gain valuable tips on stitching curves, corners, and troubleshooting common issues.

By the end of the day, you'll have the confidence to use an overlocker in your projects. A small project to take home is included, along with a 10% discount card for in-store purchases.

Paint & Sip @ Snoop Shrewsbury

📅 Date: Tuesday, 13th February 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: Snoop, 73 Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UX
🎟 Tickets: Here

Join artist Alicia for a creative evening of painting at Snoop in collaboration with Bloom & Wild.

Whether you're a beginner or experienced, you’ll have the chance to learn new techniques and create a beautiful piece of art. Alicia will guide you through the process, or you can paint one of her pre-drawn canvases.

These workshops often sell out quickly, so we’re sharing this early to ensure you don’t miss out!

HISTORY & CULTURE 🏛️

Colour Now 25 @ The Gateway

📅 Dates: Opening this week until March 14, 2025
📍 Venue: The Gateway Centre, Chester St, Shrewsbury, SY1 1NB
🔗 Details: Learn more here

Step into a vibrant world of colour at Colour Now 25, a group exhibition featuring five contemporary artists from the West Midlands and Wales. Each artist brings a unique, vividly pigmented palette to life, offering an uplifting visual experience that’s a perfect antidote to winter’s grey tones.

LOCAL NEWS THIS WEEK 📰

Jenna Blair Yoga Expands to Meet Growing Demand

Exciting changes are happening at Jenna Blair Yoga in Belle Vue, Shrewsbury! The popular community yoga and wellbeing hub has begun work to transform a neighboring derelict building into a vibrant new space.

The expansion will add a second studio, additional holistic therapy rooms, and accessible facilities for wheelchair users and families. With over 400 weekly visitors and a packed schedule of classes, workshops, and events, the centre’s growth reflects its commitment to supporting the wellbeing of the Shrewsbury community.

Founder Jenna Blair said, “We’re thrilled to begin this next chapter, growing our space to benefit even more people.” Known for its creative offerings beyond yoga—such as arts, crafts, and walking workshops—the centre continues to broaden its reach thanks to funding from groups like Arts Council England and the National Lottery Community Fund.

The current studio will remain open during renovations, with the new space expected to open in late 2025. For updates and class schedules, visit jennablairyoga.co.uk.

Shrewsbury & Market Drayton Shortlisted for Britain’s Favourite Market 2025

On January 6, it was announced that Shrewsbury Indoor Market has been shortlisted as one of the top 10 markets in the UK for Britain’s Favourite Market 2025. Already a multi-time winner, Shrewsbury is aiming to continue its impressive streak as one of the nation’s most celebrated markets.

Organized by the National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA) as part of the Great British Market Awards, the competition received over 40,000 public votes, showcasing the strong support for local markets.

Market Drayton Market also earned a spot in the final 10, reflecting its recent improvements under Shropshire Council’s management. Both markets will now face evaluation by industry experts, with the winner revealed on January 30 at the NABMA Conference in Birmingham.

Good luck to Shrewsbury and Market Drayton as they represent Shropshire on the national stage!

PHOTOS OF THE WEEK 📸

This week’s photos highlight Shrewsbury’s wintery charm during an unusually cold spell, with contributions from Howard and Erinn, respectively.

Erinn’s atmospheric image captures light snow falling over Wyle Cop in the evening darkness.

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

QUESTION OF THE WEEK 🗣️

As we continue to experience the cold and frosty weather in Shrewsbury, we’d love to know:

SPORTS DIGEST 🏆

Shrewsbury Town Football Club ⚽

Weather Woes Postpone Huddersfield Clash
Shrewsbury Town’s weekend fixture against Huddersfield was postponed due to freezing weather and a frozen pitch, as bitterly cold conditions disrupted the sporting calendar across the UK. Numerous FA Cup and league games also fell victim to the icy weather. Shrewsbury will look ahead to Thursday, January 16th, when they host local rivals Wrexham at 8 PM in what promises to be a heated clash despite the chilly temperatures.

Sagoe Jr. Loan Ends as Shrewsbury Eye Survival
Shrewsbury Town have confirmed the early return of Arsenal loanee Charles Sagoe Jr. to his parent club. The 20-year-old winger struggled for game time, making only five league starts since joining in August.

Under new manager Gareth Ainsworth, Shrewsbury have seen glimpses of improvement, including an unbeaten festive run that brought six points from three games. However, a recent loss to Leyton Orient has left them eight points adrift of safety. Fans will be hoping the Wrexham game sparks a revival as the team battles to climb the League One table.

Shrewsbury Town Women in Action
Shrewsbury Town Women take on Kidderminster Harriers today, January 12th, with a 2 PM kickoff at the Community Pitch (SY2 6ST). Fans are encouraged to come down and support the team, with tickets priced at £4 for adults, £2 for concessions, and free entry for under-12s.

Best of luck to the team — By the time the newsletter goes out, we may already know the result.

Shrewsbury Hockey Club 🏑

Shrewsbury Hockey Club: Weekend Fixtures

Due to the cold weather, all hockey matches scheduled for Saturday, January 11th, were either postponed or cancelled, including league and tournament fixtures.

However, there are two games taking place today, Sunday, January 12th:

1. Shrewsbury Men’s 2nd vs. Leek 4S (League)

2. Shrewsbury Men’s Masters Over 45’s vs. Deeside Ramblers (Cup)

Good luck to both teams!

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