Summer Of Fun Feature 216

Added by: Shropshire Mums on Wed Jul 1 8:54 2026

Shropshire Mums: Summer Events Across Shropshire 2026

Your go‑to guide for family fun, festivals, days out & local adventures

What’s On This Summer

• Family Festivals — music, food, crafts, community celebrations

• Outdoor Adventures — trails, nature days, wildlife experiences

• Workshops & Activities — creative sessions, sports camps, learning fun

• Local Attractions — castles, museums, heritage sites, hidden gems

• Seasonal Events — fairs, markets, themed days, pop‑up experiences

Make This Summer Unforgettable

From big days out to small local gems, Shropshire is bursting with colour, creativity and family fun. Find everything happening near you — all in one place.

Summer Holiday Fun at Halo Leisure

World Snake Weekend

One Ticket. Two Adventures.

Polynesian Party

Wolf Awareness Weekend

Prehistoric Park with Nigel Marven: LIVE

Cinnamon the Capybara’s Birthday Party

Find Out More On Events At Hoo Zoo

MORE PLACES TO GO AND PEOPLE TO SEE - WHATS ON EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS - PLUS FREE ATTRACTIONS TOO

OUR PICK OF SOME OF THE BEST THIS SUMMER.....

Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery

The Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1LH - Tel: 01743 258885 - www.shropshiremuseums.org.uk

If you are looking for a fun, free and inspiring family days out this summer you'll will find plenty to enjoy at Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery (SMAG), here in Shropshire. For families wanting to enjoy quality time together over the school summer holidays.

RAF Cosford

Near Royal Air Force Museum, Cosford WV7 3EX - Tel: 01902 372393 - www.raf.mod.uk

Airfix Afternoons
27 July 2026 - 28 August 2026
Goggles on! This summer holiday, join us at the home of the world’s oldest Spitfire to paint and build your very own Spitfire Airfix model. Everything you need is included.
Every weekday afternoon from Monday 27 July to Friday 28 August, 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Tickets are FREE but kits are limited so booking is recommended to guarantee taking part.

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre 

Market St, Craven Arms, SY7 9RS - www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk/

An events programme jam packed with fun for all the family. With cookery courses, family activities and community events,  a huge range of activities for the summer holidays

Blists Hill Victorian Town

Legges Way, Telford, TF7 5UD - Tel: 01952 433424 - www.ironbridge.org.uk/visit/blists-hill-victorian-town/

Blists Hill Summer of Play

Gather your family and step into the delights of Blists Hill on Sea, where the charm of a traditional seaside holiday is brought to life for our Summer of Play.

Young visitors can spend time building sandcastles on our very own inland beach, or enjoy the simple pleasure of splashing in our refreshing water play. Dress in your seaside best and take a leisurely stroll, discovering lively entertainments, performance play, and a range of hands-on activities inspired by days gone by. With a changing weekly programme of amusements, there is always something new to discover, inviting you to return time and again throughout the summer. With laughter, play, and a touch of seaside nostalgia at every turn, Blists Hill on Sea offers the perfect setting to make joyful summer memories together.

Shrewsbury Prison

 - The Dana, Shrewsbury, SY1 2HP - Tel 01743 343 100 - www.shrewsburyprison.com

Looking for a family day out that’s anything but ordinary this summer?

At Shrewsbury Prison, up to two children aged 5–15 receive free Prison Entry with every paying adult, while children under 5 already visit free of charge. Plus, kids can enjoy a free children’s snack box in our on-site café.*

It’s a memorable, immersive family day out that’s completely unlike the usual school holiday attractions. Whether you’re planning a day out with the children or making memories with the grandchildren, Shrewsbury Prison offers an adventure the whole family will be talking about.

*Terms and Conditions apply. Please see our Summer 2026 Offer Terms & Conditions for full details. Offer available until 1 September 2026.

Wonderland Telford

Wonderland,  Hinkshay Rd, Dark Ln, Telford, TF4 3GZ - Tel 01952 591 633 - www.wonderlandmidlands.co.uk

Summer Fun - Weekends & Summer Holidays  - I'm late, I'm late for a very important date!

What's on this Summer...

During August we will be holding the following Special Event Days:

Princess Day – 15th & 31st August 

Pirate Day with Captain Hook & Friends – 8th & 22nd August 

Teddy Bears Picnic

Alice in Wonderland Days

All included in your ticket price.

Ludlow Castle

Castle Sq, Ludlow, SY8 1AY - Tel: 01584 873 355 - www.ludlowcastle.com

24 Jul, 2026 - Rick Astley is coming to Ludlow Castle. The 80’s pop legend is the latest name joining our 2026 concert series, performing on Friday 24th July alongside very special guests, Liverpool alt pop icons The Lightning Seeds!

 Joining the bill alongside The Lightning Seeds is BRIT and Mercury award winning songwriter, M People’s Heather Small, alongside Herefordshire four-piece Pentire, selected through our partnership with BBC Introducing.

 Tickets on sale now via ????️https://futuresound.seetickets.com/event/rick-astley/ludlow-castle/3542790

 For more information please visit  dedicated website: Live at Ludlow Castle 

26 Jul, 2026   -  Scissor Sisters at Live at Ludlow Castle this July!

Featuring electro-pop group Ladytron, cultural icon & Ru Paul’s Drag Race breakout star Mimini and emerging UK pop artist MEEK!

15 Aug, 2026 - 16 Aug, 2026

Knights & Castles family themed fun – Summer of History at Ludlow Castle

Discover the excitement of the Middle Ages at Ludlow Castle with History Adventures’

Knights & Castles experience.

Meet a real knight in costume, train like a squire at Knight School, test your skills with traditional medieval games, and join in the fun of a castle siege.

Families can laugh and learn together through interactive dancing, story telling, and hands-on activities designed to bring history vividly to life.

This immersive event is the perfect mix of entertainment and education, designed for all ages. Whether you’re a history buff, a family looking for a fun day out, or simply

curious about life in the past, you’ll find plenty to enjoy.

Don’t miss your chance to step into history – it’s an adventure you’ll always remember!

BEST OF THE REST

Flip Out Telford - Telford Shopping Centre,  Overdale, Telford, TF3 4DA - Tel: 01952 977745 -  www.flipout.co.uk/locations/telford

Inflatanation Telford  - Unit 6 Lawn Central, Overdale, Telford, TF3 4ES -  Tel: 0161 710 2360 - www.inflatanation.com/locations/telford/

Airea 51 Telford  - Unit C, Stafford Park 12, Telford, TF3 3BJ - Tel: 01952 947220 - www.airea51.co.uk/

Jungle Land Telford - Interchange House, Trench Lck, Telford, TF1 6SZ - Tel: 01952 252 222 -  www.junglelandtelford.com/

Mokey Mania Ludlow - Lingen Rd, Ludlow, SY8 1XD - Tel: 01584 300 120 - www.monkey-mania.co.uk

Little Rascals Shrewsbury - Welshpool Rd, Bicton Heath, Shrewsbury, SY3 5BH - Tel: 07501 855 387 - www.uklittlerascals.com

Medival Madness Shrewsbury - Units J/K, Battlefield Enterprise Park, Vanguard Way, Shrewsbury, SY1 3TG - Tel: 01743 466 730 - www.medievalmadness.co.uk

Jumpin Shrewsbury - 1 Henley Way, Shrewsbury, SY1 4YQ - Tel: 0330 223 3333  - www.gojumpin.com/trampoline-park-shrewsbury

Shrewsbury Castle - Castle St, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AT - Tel: 01743 358 516 - www.shropshiremuseums.org.uk/shrewsbury-castle

LevelUp Escapes - Unit SU33, Middle Level, Darwin Shopping Centre, Shrewsbury, SY1 1BW - Tel: 01743 630 165 - www.levelupescapes.com

Sabrina Boat Shrewsbury - Victoria House Victoria Quay,  Victoria Ave, Welsh Bridge, Shrewsbury, SY1 1HH - Tel 01743 369 741, www.sabrinaboat.co.uk

Alderford Lake Whitchurch - Tilstock Rd,  Whitchurch , SY13 3JQ,  - Tel 01948 665 914,  - www.alderford.com

Giggle Street Shrewsbury - 12 Vanguard Way,  Shrewsbury, SY1 3TG - Tel 01743 648 848 - www.gigglestreet.co.uk

Pirates and Princesses Adventure Zone Telford - Unit 17, Cedar Court, Halesfield 17, Telford, TF7 4PF - Tel 01952 582 832

Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre - Battlefield 1403, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DB - Tel 07719 909 967 - www.bbopc.co.uk

Park Hall The Countryside Experience - Burma Rd, Whittington, Oswestry, SY11 4AS - Tel 01691 671 123 - www.parkhallfarm.co.uk

Shropshire Falconry Ltd - Holly Bank Foxholes, Wem, Shrewsbury, SY4 5UJ - Tel 01939 236 541 - www.shropshirefalconry.co.uk

The Edge Adventures Ltd - Newtown Farm office, Shrewsbury Rd, Much Wenlock, TF13 6DB - Tel 01952 727 491 - www.theedgeadventure.co.uk

Panda-Monium Telford - The Bridges Business Park, Unit 11 Bridge Rd, Benthall, Horsehay, Telford, TF4 3EE - Tel 07594 259 899 - www.panda-moniumplaytime.com

Hollywood Bowl Shrewsbury - Brixton Way, Harlescott, Shrewsbury, SY1 3AZ - Tel 0844 826 3032 - www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk/shrewsbury

Funzone Shropshire Whitchurch - Unit 12/Digital Court/Waymills Ind Est, Whitchurch, SY13 1TT - Tel 01948 661 893 - www.funzonewhitchurch.co.uk

Black Hawk Laser Games Ltd - Mile Oak Industrial Estate, , Unit 4, Oswestry, SY10 8GA - Tel 01691 654 967 - www.blackhawklaser.co.uk

Sky Reach High Ropes Telford - Town Park Visitor Centre, Next to Telford Town Park, Telford - Tel 01952 382 340 - www.skyreach.org.uk