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12/10/2025

Phil Nichol to launch run of comedy shows at Alberts Shed.

Organisers have announced the first in a run of touring shows coming to Shrewsbury following the success of Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival.

Taking place on 12 November, the show reflects a growing demand for regular events in the town.

Full details on the show and more are available through our link in the comments.

11/10/2025

Coverage of Shropshire Wellbeing Festival 2025 from Shrewsbury Town Football Club. Episode out now courtesy of The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast

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10/10/2025

"It was a busy, bustling, and large audience that sat waiting patiently for the start of what promised to be a theatrical delight."

In review: Spamalot at Theatre Severn

Performed by this well known retelling of the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table with signature Monty Python twist delivers as ever a great show.

"This is a good fun show: Overall, the humour still stands and as they are here all week until Saturday night there is no reason why you shouldn’t grab this hot ticket and have a look for yourself."

Tickets are still available to purchase directly at Theatre Severn.

To read the full review head over to Love Shrewsbury using our link in the comments.

07/10/2025

Damage following pub blaze revealed.

Oxon Priory pub in Shrewsbury was found ablaze around 9pm yesterday evening. Six fire appliances attended the scene with the area closed for several hours.

Crews remained on the scene earlier today for safety checks ahead of a full investigation on the cause of the fire.

Video footage shows some on the damage caused by the blaze.

Read more on the incident and see the full video of the damage using our link in the comments.

01/10/2025

Shropshire Oktoberfest returns this Friday.

Organisers Shropshire Festivals have confirmed a packed line-up over the two days beginning 5pm on Friday at The Quarry.

Featuring food, fun and of course a drink or two there's something for everyone.

See the full line-up and more details ahead of this weekends event at Love Shropshire
https://www.loveshrewsbury.com/lineups-revealed-for-shropshire-oktoberfest/

01/10/2025

Today is International Coffee Day but where should we go to celebrate?

Americano, latte, flat white, cappuccino - so many options! We're starting out with a mocha at Hopefully Coffee

Share/tag in the comments your favourite Shropshire locations to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee.

01/10/2025

Reviews are in: The Woman in Black at Theatre Severn

Spooky season has arrived to the stage. "Woman in Black is loaded with surprises it is a real scary watch as you wonder, rather like watching an Artaudian Theatre of Cruelty piece, when might be the next jump scare or scream, that you know will happening, is coming."

Performances continue through until Saturday with some tickets still available.

Read the full review on Love Shrewsbury
https://www.loveshrewsbury.com/in-review-woman-in-black/

30/09/2025

Spooky sights are coming to Exotic Zoo this October.

From Saturday, October 4th to Friday, October 31st, visit Exotic Boo at the Zoo to wander through the haunted woods, pick your own pumpkin, and explore the various areas at the zoo, which include the rainforest zone, desert zone, nocturnal area, and farmyard.

Exotic Zoo is also launching its first evening experience with a Nighttime Spooktacular, where visitors can experience the zoo as darkness falls.

Head over to Love Shrewsbury for more details!

From Saturday, October 4th to Friday, October 31st, visit Exotic Boo at the Zoo to wander through the haunted woods, pick your own pumpkin, and explore the various areas at the zoo, which include the rainforest zone, desert zone, nocturnal area, and farmyard. Exotic Zoo is open every day from 11am t...

21/09/2025

Spooky arrivals are coming to Park Hall Countryside Experience next month.

Pumpkinfest will be held on October 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, and 19th October and then daily between October 24th and November 2nd during half term.

There will be Halloween activities around the farm, including Pumpkin Alley, The Little Scare House, and a Spooky Trail. The team will get hands-on, leading games of ‘pass the pumpkin’ and the ‘mummy wrap’.

A popular farm attraction in Oswestry is preparing to open Pumpkinfest during October. Park Hall Countryside Experience has 3,500 pumpkins heading to the farm to kick off its annual autumn event. Pumpkinfest will be held on October 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, and 19th October and th...

20/08/2025

Details have been shared as Shropshire Music Trust's new season kicks off next month with a concert by a pioneering saxophone ensemble.

The Apollo Saxophone Quartet, who have been at the forefront of the modern British music scene for over 35 years, commissioning and performing over 100 pieces, will be performing at The Barnes Theatre in Shrewsbury School on Friday, September 19.

See the full list of performers and locations on at Love Shrewsbury.

The Apollo Saxophone Quartet, who have been at the forefront of the modern British music scene for over 35 years, commissioning and performing over 100 pieces, will be performing at The Barnes Theatre in Shrewsbury School on Friday, September 19.

17/08/2025

08/08/2025

Organisers of Shrewsbury Folk Festival have revealed that all weekend tickets have officially sold out, with only day tickets remaining for the popular August bank holiday event.

The four-day festival, held at the DMOS People West Mid Showground from August 22–25, has once again proved its popularity, drawing fans from across the UK and beyond. This year’s line-up features major names from the folk, Americana and world music scenes, including Levellers, Martha Wainwright and Skerryvore, along with international artists, dance, workshops and family entertainment.

Get your tickets now while stocks last!

Organisers of Shrewsbury Folk Festival have revealed that all weekend tickets have officially sold out, with only day tickets remaining for the popular August bank holiday event.