Culture News & Updates
- 6th August 2026
Shropshire Petal Fields returns to Newport this summer on selected dates from August 7th to 16th. It is a joint venture from Shropshire Petals and Shropshire Festivals, turning one of the petal fields into a visitor attraction whilst the blooms are at their best.
Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival (SICFest) has chosen Severn Hospice as its designated charity for this year’s event, set to take place in July.
SY.Gigs Awarded £1,400 Community Grant from Shrewsbury Town Council to
Bring International and Alternative Music to Historic Shrewsbury Buildings.
- 12th November 2025
This winter, The Hive is proud to announce the launch of a dynamic new Alternative Provision programme aimed at providing a safe, creative space for children and young people who face challenges with traditional education.
Tickets are now on sale for the first in a run of touring shows in the town from the organisers of Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival.
Following a successful run over the summer Shropshire Drama Company will once again be performing two shows of John Godber’s comedy Bouncers this autumn.
Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery launched a new exhibition on 20th September, "@Tight Control: Human Rights in Neon Lights," by Shropshire based disabled artist and activist Zoe Partington.
Arts Alive is proud to announce the launch of its new Autumn / Winter season, bringing a vibrant and eclectic mix of live theatre, music, comedy, storytelling, and family entertainment to rural communities across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, Herefordshire, and beyond.
- 14th July 2024
A sensational showcase of contemporary tapestry making is set to delight visitors to a stately home on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border as it makes its national debut.
- 12th February 2024
The 70th Anniversary tour of The Mousetrap, the longest running play in the world, continues to enthral audiences throughout the UK - and it's coming to Theatre Severn in June.