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) Mondays, 10.30am and 2pm

Storytime & craft: Wednesdays, 10.30am

Craft and Chatter: Thursdays - 11th June, 9th July, 13th August 10.30am-12pm

Books Aloud: Thursdays – 4th June, 2nd July

Summer Reading Challenge Launch – Saturday 18th July 9.30am – 4pm

Summer Reading Challenge events – for details go to www.shropshire.gov.uk/libraries/library-events

Shrewsbury Arts and Crafts Workshops (bookable via Eventbrite):

11 July: Introduction to Linocut: Bold Horizons: Summer Lino Cutting (10.00 am) and Natural Bathbomb Workshop (2.00 pm)

17 July: A Rose for Rose: Fundraiser Drawing Class (10.30 am)

18 July: Floral Glass Painting (10.00 am)

25 July: Impressions - Family Mixed Media Collage  (10.00 am)

1 August: Introduction to Linocut: Bold Horizons: Summer Lino Cutting (10.00 am) and Natural Bathbomb Workshop (2.00 pm)

8 August: Lampshade Making Workshop (10.00 am)

15 August: Floral Glass Painting (10.00 am)

22 August: Mixed Media Memory Collage (10.00 am)

22 August: Natural Bathbomb Workshop (2.00 pm)

29 August: Wild Creatures – A Mixed Media Art Workshop for Children (10.30)

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