SHREWSBURY LIBRARY

Shrewsbury Library is set in a beautiful Grade I listed building where Charles Darwin went to school. Visitors can explore a wide range of books and reading materials, use the free Wi-Fi, access computers and scanning facilities, or simply relax in a warm, safe environment.

The library is now also home to the Shrewsbury Arts and Crafts concession, showcasing the work of talented local makers. Visitors can browse and purchase handmade items, discover unique one-off pieces, and take part in creative workshops and activities throughout the year — making the library not just a place for reading, but a lively hub for creativity and community connection.

Key dates and activities:
Rhymetime (babies and toddlers): Every Monday, 10:30 am
Storytime and Craft (under 5s): Every Wednesday, 10:30 am
Craft and Chatter: 12 June, 10 July, 14 August, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Books Aloud (poems and stories): 6 July, 2:30 pm
Mini Movers with Messy Art: 21 July, 10:30–11:30 am
Shrewsbury Spark Young and Teen Writers Creative Writing Exhibition: 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm (date TBC)
Summer Reading Challenge Launch: Saturday 19 July, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm — theme: Story Garden; crafts and activities all day
Sand Art Drop-in: Friday 25 July, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm — free
Painted Flower Wind Spinners: Friday 1 August, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm — free, book with staff

Shrewsbury Arts and Crafts Workshops

To book these workshops email: shrewsburyartsandcrafts@gmail.com
Saturday 12 July, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm — Shropshire Hills in Wools (£35 + booking fee) Create a beautiful needle-felted Shropshire landscape with Lou from @Luvfelt.
 

Friday 18 July and Saturday 26 July, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm — Tudor Rose Framed Glass Suncatcher (£30 + booking fee) Stained glass effect painting on glass, led by local artist Emma Williams.


Opening times:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:30 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm