Shropshire Events
What's On In Shropshire
July events by date
Knit & Natter (or Crochet & a Cuppa)
Today, Tue 4 Aug, Tue 1 Sep
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Knit & Natter is here from 1.30p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. Come along to learn a new skill or to practice an old one in convivial...
Join our choir in Bridgnorth for a FREE taster session
Today, Tue 15 Sep, Tue 22 Sep
Bridgnorth Baptist Church, West Castle Street, Bridgnorth WV16 4AB
Do you want to find a choir near you?
Your friendly local Bridgnorth choir is run by vocal teacher Rowan Richards...
FREE taster session with the Shrewsbury Rock Choir
Wed 8 Jul, Wed 16 Sep, Wed 30 Sep
Holy Trinity Church, Meole Brace, Shrewsbury SY3 9HF
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
The Shrewsbury Rock Choir is led by Shropshire based musician Rowan Richards...
Join our choir in Market Drayton for a FREE taster session
Wed 8 Jul, Wed 16 Sep, Wed 30 Sep
The Beacon Community Centre, Prospect Road, Market Drayton TF9 3BN
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Market Drayton?' then why not join your local Rock Choir...
Grooms Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 11 Jul, Sun 12 Jul
Grooms Cottage, Telford TF6 6NP
Be prepared to be surprised at what lies behind the garden gate. A cottage garden, around ½ an acre in size comprising mixed herbaceous borders and...
Dragonfly ID Course
Sat 11 Jul
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Join Meadows Ranger, Ian Cheeseborough.
Ian will guide this gentle stroll around our Onny Meadows. This is a good time to
see several of the...
Hundred House Hotel - Open Garden for NGS
Wed 15 Jul
Hundred House Hotel, Telford TF11 9EE
An acre of gardens crafted over 35+ years, complete with sculptures, stonework and working herb and kitchen garden...
Telford Acoustic Jam Sessions
Wed 15 Jul, Wed 19 Aug
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Telford Acoustic Jam Session is back, with hosts Paul Townsend (Doctor’s Orders) & Vicki Edwards from 7...
Goldstone Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Wed 15 Jul, Wed 12 Aug, Wed 9 Sep
Goldstone Hall Gardens, Market Drayton TF9 2NA
Spanning five acres with productive kitchen garden inc unusual vegetables, fruits, spices and herb garden, all underpinning the award-winning hotel...
Telford Board Games Club
Thu 16 Jul, Thu 6 Aug, Thu 20 Aug
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Enjoy Competitive Socialising, as Telford Board Games Club meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, playing old favourites and modern Board Games...
Offcot - Open Garden for NGS
Thu 16 Jul to Sun 19 Jul
Offcot, Kinnerley SY10 8EF
A cottage garden with lots of winding pathways leading to different focal points. The garden is packed with a wide range of evergreen and deciduous...
Appledore - Open Garden for NGS
Thu 16 Jul to Sun 19 Jul
Appledore, Oswestry SY10 8EF
Appledore adjoins neighbouring garden Offcot. It has gone through extensive changes and is managed by Tom Pountney from Offcot...
Ruthall Manor - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 18 Jul and Sun 19 Jul
Ruthall Manor, Bridgnorth WV16 6TN
Offset by a mature collection of specimen trees, the garden is divided into intimate sections, carefully linked by winding paths...
Buntingsdale Park Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 19 Jul
Buntingsdale Park Gardens, Market Drayton TF9 2EP
Buntingsdale Park is a hidden gem comprised of former RAF officers houses built during World War II. Three very different gardens will open this year...
Three Little Pigs
Mon 20 Jul to Fri 24 Jul, Mon 10 Aug to Fri 14 Aug
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Summer Holiday Activity
Hear an alternative story from the wolf's point of view. Make your own house of sticks and see if it will stand up...
Church Stretton Arts Festival 2026
Sat 25 Jul to Sun 9 Aug
Church Stretton (various venues around town) SY6 6DQ
Founded in 1966, Church Stretton Arts Festival has been held every year since its first Festival in 1967...
Lower Brookshill - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 25 Jul and Sun 26 Jul
Lower Brookshill, nr Lydham SY5 0JW
Ten acres of hillside garden and woods at 950ft within the AONB. Begun in 2010 from a derelict and overgrown site, cultivated areas now rub shoulders...
Upper Farm Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 25 Jul, Sun 26 Jul, Sat 19 Sep, Sun 20 Sep
Upper Farm Garden, Shrewsbury TF6 5AG
Farmhouse Garden with views of the Wrekin and the Stretton Hills. Comprising several garden 'rooms' connected by gravelled walkways...
Quiz Night
Sun 26 Jul
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Oakengates’ original General Knowledge Quiz with cash prizes. It costs £1 per person to enter and the fun starts at 7...
Riverside - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 26 Jul
Riverside, Market Drayton TF9 1JH
The garden is ¾ acre, with different planting areas. We have hydrangeas, hostas, woodland walk, hot garden and herbaceous borders with white garden...
Marvellous Minibeast Hunt
Mon 27 Jul to Fri 31 Jul, Mon 17 Aug to Fri 21 Aug
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
Summer Holiday Activity
Take a magnifying glass and an ID sheet and start your search. Look in long grass, under logs and rocks in crevices in...
Live Music - Open Mic Night
Thu 30 Jul
Crown Inn, Market Street, Oakengates, TELFORD, Shropshire TF2 6EA
Open Mic Night hosted by Claire Bennett (Indigo Machine) and guest host Paul Townsend (Doctors Orders) from 7.45p.m...
Things to do around Shropshire
Shropshire, an underrated county straddling the border between England and Wales, offers a delightful mix of countryside, historic castles, and bustling towns. Whether you're planning a family-friendly day out or something just for the adults, here are some fantastic activities to explore in Shropshire:
1. See Shrewsbury from the River:
- If you're in the Welsh border town of Shrewsbury, hop aboard the vessel Sabrina for a scenic boat tour on the River Severn. With scheduled day trips, evening cruises, and private hire options, you can enjoy the sights from the outdoor top deck or relax in the comfortable lounge area. The knowledgeable guide onboard provides live commentary on the town's landmarks as you sail past.
2. Sunday Lunch on the Severn Valley Railway:
- Begin your adventure in neighboring Kidderminster (Worcestershire) and board the Severn Valley Railway. As the steam train chugs through the rolling hills of Shropshire's Severn Valley, indulge in a mouth-watering Sunday lunch. Choose between dining in a 1930s Great Western Railways Carriage or the more luxurious first-class carriage styled on the 1940s. Stewards ensure a delightful three-course meal, and you'll have ample time to soak in the views before reaching Bridgnorth. Cream teas are also available on weekday journeys.
3. Shropshire Raft Tours:
- Explore the county by water with Shropshire Raft Tours. Hire kayaks or canoes, or join a rafting tour on the Severn River. Pass attractions like the iconic Iron Bridge as you journey from Ironbridge to Jackfield. Safety provisions are provided, and a qualified skipper guides your rafting experience.
4. Outdoor Leisure Activities:
- Shropshire offers a range of outdoor adventures:
- Mountain boarding
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Quad trekking
- Archery
- Climbing
- Paintballing
- Fishing
- Glide over the Long Mynd in a two-seat glider.
- Try canoeing, rafting, or stand-up paddleboarding on the stunning River Severn².
5. Farm Attractions and Heritage Railways:
- Get up close to animals at Shropshire's fun farm attractions. Feed lambs, walk with hawks, brush alpacas, or ride ponies.
- Explore heritage railway lines, a popular attraction in the county.
Remember to check opening hours and book any tickets in advance. Whether you're cruising the river, enjoying a scenic train ride, or embarking on water adventures, Shropshire promises a memorable day out!
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1. See Shrewsbury from the River:
- If you're in the Welsh border town of Shrewsbury, hop aboard the vessel Sabrina for a scenic boat tour on the River Severn. With scheduled day trips, evening cruises, and private hire options, you can enjoy the sights from the outdoor top deck or relax in the comfortable lounge area. The knowledgeable guide onboard provides live commentary on the town's landmarks as you sail past.
2. Sunday Lunch on the Severn Valley Railway:
- Begin your adventure in neighboring Kidderminster (Worcestershire) and board the Severn Valley Railway. As the steam train chugs through the rolling hills of Shropshire's Severn Valley, indulge in a mouth-watering Sunday lunch. Choose between dining in a 1930s Great Western Railways Carriage or the more luxurious first-class carriage styled on the 1940s. Stewards ensure a delightful three-course meal, and you'll have ample time to soak in the views before reaching Bridgnorth. Cream teas are also available on weekday journeys.
3. Shropshire Raft Tours:
- Explore the county by water with Shropshire Raft Tours. Hire kayaks or canoes, or join a rafting tour on the Severn River. Pass attractions like the iconic Iron Bridge as you journey from Ironbridge to Jackfield. Safety provisions are provided, and a qualified skipper guides your rafting experience.
4. Outdoor Leisure Activities:
- Shropshire offers a range of outdoor adventures:
- Mountain boarding
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Quad trekking
- Archery
- Climbing
- Paintballing
- Fishing
- Glide over the Long Mynd in a two-seat glider.
- Try canoeing, rafting, or stand-up paddleboarding on the stunning River Severn².
5. Farm Attractions and Heritage Railways:
- Get up close to animals at Shropshire's fun farm attractions. Feed lambs, walk with hawks, brush alpacas, or ride ponies.
- Explore heritage railway lines, a popular attraction in the county.
Remember to check opening hours and book any tickets in advance. Whether you're cruising the river, enjoying a scenic train ride, or embarking on water adventures, Shropshire promises a memorable day out!