Your Shrewsbury Week: Fresh Openings, Sad Closures, Festival Updates & Events Guide

Hello Shrewsbury, we hope you all had a fantastic week.

Here’s your latest scoop on everything happening in and around town. This week’s edition includes:

🏋️ New Studio Opening: Heart and Harmony Wellness is bringing movement, mindfulness, and community to Shrewsbury this June.
🎶 Foodie Fun & Loopfest Vibes: From Bake Off stars to 40-venue musical marathons, it’s shaping up to be a flavourful and musical spring and summer.
🌷 May Event Highlights: Mystery menus, wine tastings, jazz nights and markets, May kicks off with a packed calendar.
🎨 Creative Competitions: The Belle Vue Arts Festival wants your poems and scarecrows – don’t miss your chance to take part.
🧭 Local Changes: Nerdy’s farewell, Shrewsbury Flower Show’s pause, and updates from the riverbank (spoiler: it involves beavers).

Let’s go.

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 organiser.

FOOD & DRINK 🍽️

Mystery Menu Evening

📅 Date: Thursday, 1st May 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Venue: CSONS, 8 Milk Street, 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.

Natura Wine Tasting

📅 Date: Wednesday, 7th May 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Glou Glou, 17a Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AB
🎟 Tickets: Here

Explore natural, low intervention wines paired with local meats, cheeses and bread. This monthly tasting showcases five wines and offers a relaxed way to try something new without committing to a full bottle.

Whisky Tasting: Non Islay Peaty Whiskies

📅 Date: Friday, 9th May 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Prince Rupert Hotel, Shrewsbury
🎟 Tickets: Here

Discover the smokey side of Scotch whiskies beyond Islay. This guided tasting explores bold, peated drams from lesser-known regions, all set in the historic surroundings of The Prince Rupert Hotel.

More Food & Drink Events

🌮 Hangry Moose Street Food Pop Up @ RAD Beer
📅 Friday, 25th April 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Rad Beer, Hereford Rd, Meole Brace, SY3 7QZ
🔗 More details: Here

🍸 Gin Therapy: Best Gins of 2025
📅 Friday, 25th April 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 St Vincent, 11a Fish Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UR
🎟 Tickets: Here

🍽️ Spring Supper Club
📅 Wednesday, 30th April 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Battlefield 1403, Upper Battlefield, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DB
🎟 Tickets: Here

🐟 Champagne, Fizz, Fish and Chips
📅 Saturday, 24th May 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 St Vincent, 11a Fish Street, SY1 1UR
🎟 Tickets: Here

COMMUNITY & OTHER 🤝

Shrewsbury Film Society: Rye Lane

📅 Date: Friday, 25th April 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Venue: The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TE
🎟 Tickets: Here

A romantic comedy set in South East London, this is the story of two strangers, a chance encounter, and a string of amusing adventures.

The Sound Sanctuary

📅 Date: Wednesday, 30th April 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: Bayston Hill Methodist Church, Lansdowne Rd, SY3 0HZ
🔗 More details: Here

Unwind with a soothing sound bath, using gongs, singing bowls and chimes to guide you into a deep state of relaxation. Bring a mat, blanket and pillow to get comfy, and let the new moon energy help set your intentions.

Shrewsbury Farmers Market

📅 Date: Friday, 2nd May 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Square, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here

Browse the best of Shropshire's artisan food, drink and crafts in the heart of town. Celebrating its 21st year, this vibrant market draws loyal shoppers from across the region.

Charity Canine First Aid

📅 Date: Sunday, 11th May 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: Canny Cuts, 116 Longden Coleham, Coleham, Shrewsbury SY3 7DU
🔗 More details: Here

This iPet Network certified course covers essential first aid skills for dog owners and professionals alike. Hosted in memory of Thomas Winters-Holmes, the event is donation-based with proceeds going to his family.

More Community Events

🎭 Improv Jam Night
📅 Thursday, 24th April 2025
⏰ 7:15 PM
📍 The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TE
🔗 More details: Here

👟 Tap & Can Social Run Club
📅 Sunday, 27th April 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Tap & Can, 13 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AB
🔗 More details: Here

🎤 Shrewsbury Dialogues: Anna Jones
📅 Wednesday, 30th April 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Moser Library, Shrewsbury, SY3 7BA
🎟 Tickets: Here

🌙 Late Night at The Market Hall
📅 Saturday, 3rd May 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 The Market Hall, Shrewsbury
🔗 More details: Here

💪 Strong Her Session
📅 Sunday, 11th May 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Motum Shrewsbury, 30F Vanguard Way, Battlefield, SY1 3TG
🎟 Tickets: Here

LIVE MUSIC 🎸

Shrewsbury Cantata Choir – Brahms German Requiem

📅 Date: Saturday, 26th April 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: St Chad’s Church, 1 St Chad’s Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX
🎟 Tickets: Here

Brahms’ A German Requiem offers solace and comfort through powerful choral music. Join the Shrewsbury Cantata Choir for a stirring performance of this much-loved work in the beautiful setting of St Chad’s Church.

Youth Open Mic + Watermelon Chronicles

📅 Date: Wednesday, 30th April 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Ashleys Bar, Shrewsbury, SY1 1HF
🔗 More details: Here

The Hive’s new monthly open mic gives young performers a platform to showcase their talent. Students aged 13–25 will take the stage, followed by a special set from Watermelon Chronicles.

Funky Good Times @ Shrewsbury Abbey

📅 Date: Friday, 9th May 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Abbey, Shrewsbury
🎟 Tickets: Here

Get your groove on at this high-energy Soul and Motown night. Expect big brass, classic tunes and an electrifying show from a lively nine-piece band in a stunning venue.

More Live Music Events

🎹 Pam Kijoran (piano) @ St Alkmund's
📅 Tuesday, 22nd April 2025
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 St Alkmund’s Church, St Alkmond’s Square, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UH
🔗 More details: Here

🎸 Tom Byrne @ Beaconsfield Club
📅 Thursday, 24th April 2025
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Shrewsbury Beaconsfield Club, Meadow Pl, Shrewsbury, SY1 1PD
📝 Booking: Here

🎶 Hejira - Celebrating the Music of Joni Mitchell
📅 Friday, 25th April 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 The Barnes Theatre, Shrewsbury School, Shrewsbury, SY3 7BA
🎟 Tickets: Here

🕯️ Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight
📅 Saturday, 26th April 2025
⏰ 6:45 PM
📍 25 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6BS
🎟 Tickets: Here

🕺 80s & 90s Boogie Night @ Albrighton Hall
📅 Saturday, 26th April 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Ellesmere Road, Albrighton, SY4 3AG, Shrewsbury
📝 Booking: Here

🎷 Severnside Jazz Band
📅 Sunday, 27th April 2025
⏰ 8:00 PM
📍 Meole Brace Bowling Club, Meole Rise, off Upper Rd, Shrewsbury, SY3 9JF
🔗 More details: Here

Shrewsbury Nightlife

🎸 Guttersnipe @ Albert's Shed
⏰ Wed 23rd Apr, 7:30 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 Gabba Gabba Hey! DJs @ Albert's Shed
⏰ Wed 23rd Apr, 11:00 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 The Music of Prince @ The Buttermarket
⏰ Fri 25th Apr, 6:00 PM
🔗 Tickets

🎸 Ian Prowse & Amsterdam @ Albert's Shed
⏰ Fri 25th Apr, 7:30 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 Koda @ The Dolphin
⏰ Fri 25th Apr, 8:00 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 The Junkshop DJ @ Oil
⏰ Fri 25th Apr, 8:00 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 Good to Go Duo @ The Crown
⏰ Fri 25th Apr, 9:00 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 The Black Charade & Fell Out Boy @ The Buttermarket
⏰ Sat 26th Apr, 6:30 PM
🔗 Tickets

🎸 Ego Friendly @ Albert's Shed
⏰ Sat 26th Apr, 9:00 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 The Midnight Jukes @ Oil
⏰ Sat 26th Apr, 10:00 PM
🔗 Details

🎸 Shaun Ryder @ The Buttermarket
⏰ Sun 27th Apr, 6:00 PM
🔗 Tickets

CRAFT & CREATE 🎨

Dressmaking Techniques

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

Enhance your sewing skills with this collars and cuffs class for intermediate sewists. Learn how to read patterns, choose fabrics, and add polished details to garments with professional finishings.

More Craft & Create Events

🎨 Paint & Sip @ Kanu Poke
📅 Tuesday, 22nd April 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Kanu Poke, 5 Roushill, Shrewsbury, SY1 1PQ
🎟 Tickets: Here

🖼️ Luscious Landscapes
📅 Saturday, 26th April 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Trinity Centre, Meole Brace, Shrewsbury SY3 9HF
🎟 Tickets: Here

📝 Drawn Weekend
📅 Saturday, 26th April 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Shrewsbury Flaxmill, SY1 2SZ
🔗 More details: Here

🧵 Make Your Own Sweatshirt Class
📅 Saturday, 26th April 2025
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 Abakhan Fabrics, 18 Market Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1LE
🎟 Tickets: Here

🏛️ Art Workshop: Architectural Interiors
📅 Sunday, 11th May 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 St Mary's Church, Shrewsbury
📝 Booking: Here

LOCAL NEWS THIS WEEK 📰

Heart and Harmony Wellness Studio – Opening June 2025

After surviving a life-changing heart attack at 22, caused by two undiagnosed congenital conditions, founder Faith Harrison discovered the true meaning of health. Told she’d need a transplant and would never return to movement, her recovery through gentle, intentional practices like Pilates proved otherwise. Now, she’s opening Heart and Harmony Wellness in Harlescott, Shrewsbury (Cartmel Drive, SY1 3TB) to help others take charge of their health - physically, mentally, and emotionally.

The studio will offer Mat and Reformer Pilates, Barre, Yoga, private and online coaching, workshops, corporate wellness, hen-dos, group training, and even a content room for creatives. Whether you’re in recovery, building strength, or just looking to move with more intention, this space is for you.

With a strong focus on community, joy, and whole-body wellness, Heart and Harmony isn’t just a studio - it’s a movement.

✨ Opening June 2025

🎉 Grand opening event, pre-opening offers, giveaways & merch

📝 Join the waitlist: heartandharmonywellness.co.uk

Bake Off Star Coming to Shrewsbury Food Festival

Shrewsbury Food Festival just got sweeter: Great British Bake Off finalist Christiaan de Vries is joining the chef demo lineup this June. Known for his creative twists and elegant bakes, Christiaan will be at The Quarry on June 28–29, alongside local culinary talent like Tat Effby and Stuart Collins.

Expect a weekend of street food, kids’ activities, and live music, plus a special Saturday evening concert in memory of the North Wales teens, supporting Shine On with Harvey Owen. The concert is included with day tickets, or join from 4:30pm for a discounted entry.

Musician’s 40-Venue Challenge for Charity at Loopfest

Shropshire’s own Gemima Gallier is taking on a musical marathon at Loopfest this May and it’s all for a great cause. Over three days, she’ll perform at every single one of the festival’s 40 venues in Shrewsbury, raising funds and awareness for Arty Party, a local arts charity that supports learning disabled adults through creative expression.

From jazz and rock to riot grrrl punk, Gemima wears many musical hats. She’s been gigging since she was 16 and now balances her performing career with music outreach work through groups like The Hive and Arty Party itself.

Her epic Loopfest challenge will be livestreamed on social media by her support team, so even if you can’t catch her in person, you can still cheer her on from afar. As Gemima put it: “It’s going to be a fun addition to the magic of Loopfest and to raise money for Arty Party, a charity very close to heart.”

Loopfest runs May 2nd–4th and features nearly 300 acts. Expect music everywhere, in pubs, cafés, courtyards, and on corners, with plenty of free gigs and wristband-only extras.

Shrewsbury Flower Show 2025 Cancelled

The Shrewsbury Flower Show will not go ahead in 2025, marking a rare pause in its 150-year history. Organisers say rising costs and large losses from last year have made the event unsustainable.

The Shropshire Horticultural Society plans to take time to reassess the event’s future, while continuing to fund local horticultural and community projects.

Nerdy Shrewsbury to Close: Final Events Announced

Much-loved local games hub Nerdy is closing its doors on May 18th due to rising costs. Before then, they’re planning a final round of community events to say goodbye.

Final Events:

• Apr 20: The Sketch Stage

• Apr 21: Bank Holiday Wargaming Day

• Apr 27: Magic: Chaos Draft

• May 11: Pokémon May League Challenge

Meet Beryl and Bertie: Shropshire’s New Beavers

After hundreds of votes, Shropshire Wildlife Trust has officially named its new beaver pair: Beryl and Bertie. The duo are part of a wider conservation project and are already winning hearts (and reshaping landscapes).

Follow their progress on the Trust’s social channels and keep an eye out for updates from the riverbank.

Meet Beryl and Bertie: Shropshire’s New Beavers

The Belle Vue Arts Festival is back with creative competitions that are open to all ages and abilities. Highlights include the scarecrow competition and a poetry contest, centred on this year’s festival theme: Movement.

Scarecrows will be popping up all over Belle Vue in June, and poets have until 23rd June to submit original work. More info and entry details: bellevueartsfestival.co.uk/competitions-25

SPORTS DIGEST 🏆

Shrewsbury Town Football Club ⚽

The Final Blow: Relegation Confirmed Before Kickoff

Shrewsbury Town’s fate was sealed even before a ball was kicked on Good Friday. As fans gathered at the Croud Meadow Stadium, hoping for a miracle against Wigan Athletic, news broke that Burton Albion’s draw with Exeter had made relegation to League Two mathematically certain. A decade-long stay in League One came to a quiet, yet painful, end.

Wigan Edge It as Town’s Winless Run Continues

The match itself felt almost secondary in the circumstances, but Shrewsbury were still determined to make a statement. Despite some encouraging moments—most notably George Nurse’s sharp free-kick and late efforts from Callum Stewart and Mal Benning—Town fell 1-0 to a resurgent Wigan. Dale Taylor’s 71st-minute strike proved decisive, delivering a seventh consecutive game without victory for Shrewsbury.

It was also a bittersweet return for Wigan boss Ryan Lowe, a former fan-favourite at Shrewsbury, who celebrated his first win in charge after a string of draws.

A Season of Instability and Missed Opportunities

This campaign has been marked by turbulence both on and off the pitch. After a rocky start under returning manager Paul Hurst, Shrewsbury sought inspiration by appointing Gareth Ainsworth. His charismatic style brought brief highs, including memorable wins over Birmingham City and Wrexham. But inconsistency, a mid-season talent exodus—including the sale of standout player Tom Bloxham—and defensive frailties proved too much to overcome.

The stats tell their own story: just 37 goals scored in 42 matches, and 71 conceded—only two clubs fared worse defensively.

Ownership Uncertainty and the Search for Stability

Chairman Roland Wycherley had planned to oversee a smooth transition of ownership after three decades of stewardship. However, a failed takeover bid added further uncertainty. Now, with Director of Football Micky Moore steering the ship and Michael Appleton tipped to remain at the helm, supporters are hopeful the rebuild can begin in earnest.

Next season promises new challenges in League Two, including a reunion with former manager Ainsworth, now at Gillingham. Town fans will be hoping that lessons learned from this difficult season will lay the foundation for a stronger future.

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