Shrewsbury Spring Celebration Trail 2026
  • The Square, Shrewsbury, Shropshire
A fun and interactive Spring Celebration Trail has arrived in Shrewsbury town centre — and it all starts with a mysterious, larger-than-life rabbit spotted in the Square!

Shrewsbury Spring Trail

26th March - 12th April 2026

A fun and interactive Spring Celebration Trail has arrived in Shrewsbury town centre — and it all starts with a mysterious, larger-than-life rabbit spotted in the Square!

This colourful character, with blue fur, pink spots and a smart bow tie, is at the heart of a family-friendly trail taking place across the town. But there’s one important question… what’s the bunny’s name?

Visitors are invited to follow the trail across nine participating town centre businesses, collecting letters along the way to solve an anagram and reveal the rabbit’s name. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a £50 prize to spend in town.

How to Take Part

  • 🗺️ Pick up a trail map from Shrewsbury Museum
  • 🔎 Visit participating businesses and find the hidden letters
  • 🧩 Solve the anagram to discover the bunny’s name
  • 🎁 Enter for a chance to win a £50 prize

Bonus Event – Spring Arts & Crafts Day

As part of the celebrations, Swan Hill Studios will host a special drop-in arts and crafts day:

  • 📅 Tuesday 31 March
  • ⏰ 10am – 4pm
  • 📍 Swan Hill Studios, Shrewsbury

The first ten visitors who arrive and correctly say the bunny’s name will receive a special prize.

Perfect for families, friends and visitors, the Spring Celebration Trail is a great way to explore Shrewsbury, support local businesses and enjoy a bit of seasonal fun.

Follow the trail, solve the mystery, and see if you can name the bunny!

Future dates
  • Friday 27th March 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Saturday 28th March 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Sunday 29th March 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Monday 30th March 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Tuesday 31st March 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Wednesday 1st April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Thursday 2nd April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Friday 3rd April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Saturday 4th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Sunday 5th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Monday 6th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Tuesday 7th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Wednesday 8th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Thursday 9th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Friday 10th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Saturday 11th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
  • Sunday 12th April 9:00am until 5:00pm
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