Christmas in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury at Christmas twinkles in an array of great shopping, sumptious dining and classic entertainment - from the start of late night shopping on 23rd November, to sing along Carols in The Square, festive markets and pantomime highlight this year –Aladdin.
The medieval town centre is a treasure chest of independent boutique shops, little gems tucked away in small streets and passageways, offering imaginative options for that special Christmas present. There are also famous High Street names and two covered malls, The Pride Hill & Darwin Shopping Centres plus The Parade, specialist shopping arcade converted from the 19th century Royal Salop Infirmary.
Shrewsbury has a traditional Market Hall too with classic festive treats and local produce from the surrounding Shropshire countryside – from the smoked salmon starter, the roast turkey mains to the cheese course and chocolates – its all available from stall holders who really know their produce, value the customer and know how to get the best out of the season’s food.
Shopmobility operates from Raven Meadows Multi Storey Car Park offering wheelchairs and scooters to hire. With lifts from the covered car parking directly into the Darwin Shopping Centre, and thence into the main shopping streets it’s an easy way for anyone to access Shrewsbury for Christmas shopping.
Park & Ride and town centre Council car parks (excluding Raven Meadows Multi storey) are free after 4pm on late night Wednesdays from 23rd Nov – 21st Dec.
Christmas Events
Saturday 19th November, Free Lantern making workshop 11am - 4pm Riverside Centre
Suitable for all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). Last willow frame making 2pm.
Wednesday 23rd November, Shrewsbury's Christmas Cracker!
Parade of Lanterns, Victorian Singers, street entertainment, brass bands and choirs throughout the town from 5pm -8pm . Parade starts at 5.45pm
Rotary Tree of Light Switch-on 7pm Darwin Shopping Centre
Christmas Shopping Showcase at Shrewsbury Market Hall 4pm - 7pm
Park & Ride services operate until 9pm every Wednesday from 23rd Nov until 21st December and its free after 4pm on late night Wednesdays.
Fridy 2nd December
Farmers Market
It's Christmas, the season of good food and cheer. How better to celebrate than eating fine food, produced from the very best ingredients Come along to the Farmers' Market and choose what you want to put on your Christmas table from; fresh meats and vegetables to cakes and fruit juices. Organiser: Shrewsbury Farmers Market
10am - 7pm
Saturday 3rd December
Santa Claus has swapped his sleigh for a fire engine! Come to The Square to meet him and the crew of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Organiser: Shropshire Fire & Rescue
10am - 4pm
Saturday 10th December
Made in Shropshire Arts & Crafts Market
A showcase of beautiful artwork, handmade crafts and artisan foods from Shropshire's designers, craftspeople, artists and food producers combining quality, design, passion and care. Organiser: Made In Shropshire
10am - 5pm
Wednesday 14th December, Carols in The Square - townsfolk and visitors assemble in The Square to sing carols with local choirs and musicians. BBC Radio Shropshire broadcasts the whole event live so come along and be a radio star for the evening. 5.30 pm for a 6.00 pm prompt start
Friday 16th December 11am -5pm
Shrewsbury Carnival and Show will be in the square from 11am with the Wakeman School Choir celebrating the Festive season. They will be joined throughout the day by various local singers whilst handing out Mulled Wine and selling Mince Pies and cakes. Organiser: Shrewsbury Carnival Committee
11am - 5pm
Saturday 17th December, CHRISTMAS MARKET IN THE SQUARE
HERE YOU WILL FIND Shropshire Food and Drink including seasonal products:,Christmas Trees and Holly Wreaths, Local contemporary crafts, Stunning designer jewellery,Fresh turkey, geese and duck,Hog Roast with stuffing,Hand made chocolates From tasty treats to beautiful arts and crafts and unusual toys, an opportunity to pick up gifts with a difference. Shrewsbury's Christmas Market offering visitors the best of seasonal shopping, fine food and family fun. Organiser: Asterley Events
10am - 7pm
Wednesday 21st December
Santa and his Helpers in The Square
Ho Ho Ho! Santa's sleigh bells are ringing again to delight children of the town. The Square is port of call for Santa and his helpers (courtesy of The Rotary Club of Shawbury & Mid Shropshire) from 6pm - 8pm collecting donations of cash for charity. Organiser: The Rotary Club of Shawbury and Mid Shropshire
6pm - 8pm
Saturday 24th December, Percussion Unlimited
Tis the season to be jolly and once again Percussion Unlimited, made up of some of the best young percussionists from around the county, and taught by their conductor Brian Stone will perform a wide selection of seasonal music for Christmas Shoppers Organiser: Percussion Unlimited
10am -1pm
1st December to the 8th January, Aladdin - Shrewsbury's Pantomime at Theatre Severn is always a big hit with families. For bookings ring 01743 281281 or visit www.theatresevern.co.uk
For more information about events in Shrewsbury throughout the year, please click here.
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Or call Shrewsbury Visitor Information Centre tel: 01743 281200