Press Release News & Updates
Shrewsbury has secured four accolades at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards, winning the Mike Garwood Memorial Trophy for outstanding horticultural achievement at The Dingle, the RHS Gold award, Small City category winner and lastly the Overall Winner for the Heart of England in Bloom region.
- 3rd November 2026
Tickets are now on sale for Park Hall Countryside Experience’s annual Christmas event. Their Santa Experience is open on selected dates between November 28th and December 24th, 2026.
- 2nd November 2026
From festive baubles and Christmas Eve plates to traditional wreath making, The Hive has something creative for all ages this Christmas.
Harper Adams University is opening its Edgmond campus to members of the public for a free to attend, family-friendly Christmas celebration this December, as it marks 125 years with an evening of festive entertainment, light displays and fun activities. The 125th anniversary Festive Celebration will take place on Wednesday 9 December from 4.00-8.00pm.
Shrewsbury will come together this November to remember those who have lost their lives in conflict, honour serving and former members of the Armed Forces, and raise vital funds for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal.
Tickets are now on sale for Shropshire Drama Company’s (SDC) latest production, Mixed Doubles: An Entertainment on Marriage.
- 29th September 2026
Coverage Care generously donated £1,400 to Shropshire Mental Health Support.
- 25th September 2026
Shropshire Oktoberfest returns to Shrewsbury’s Quarry on October 2nd and 3rd, 2026. Ticket prices are set to increase to gate prices on Monday, September 28th.
- 7th September 2026
Shropshire charity, Climbing Out, has run two successful fundraising hikes in August, which raised a total of over £12,000.
- 1st September 2026
Local bands and top comedians are filling up the lineup for Shropshire Oktoberfest, which returns to Shrewsbury’s Quarry on October 2nd and 3rd, 2026.