Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages
Wed 16 Sept · 19:00
Bear Steps Art Gallery and Medieval Hall
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Discover how people lived during Shrewsbury's Middle Ages on Heritage Open Days at Bear Steps Art Gallery and Medieval Hall. Engage with historical demonstrations, crafting activities, and tales that bring everyday life to vivid life in this engaging free exhibition.
Dive into daily life in medieval Shrewsbury with fun demos, crafts, and stories—history like you’ve never seen!
Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages
Join historian Russell Game for an illuminating presentation exploring the everyday lives of ordinary people in medieval Shrewsbury and the surrounding area. From bustling market streets and timber-framed homes to farming communities, craftspeople, faith, trade, and local customs, Everyday Histories in the Middle Ages in the Shrewsbury Area reveals how people lived, worked, worshipped, and survived in one of medieval England’s most important border towns. Drawing on local records, archaeology, and the rich history of Shropshire, this fascinating talk offers a vivid glimpse into the lives that shaped the medieval world beyond kings and battles.
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Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages takes place on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 19:00.
Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages is held at Bear Steps Art Gallery and Medieval Hall in Shrewsbury (2 Saint Alkmonds Place, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UJ).
Entry to Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages is free.
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Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages
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Discover how people lived during Shrewsbury's Middle Ages on Heritage Open Days at Bear Steps Art Gallery and Medieval Hall. Engage with historical demonstrations, crafting activities, and tales that bring everyday life to vivid life in this engaging free exhibition.
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Dive into daily life in medieval Shrewsbury with fun demos, crafts, and stories—history like you’ve never seen!
Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages
Join historian Russell Game for an illuminating presentation exploring the everyday lives of ordinary people in medieval Shrewsbury and the surrounding area. From bustling market streets and timber-framed homes to farming communities, craftspeople, faith, trade, and local customs, Everyday Histories in the Middle Ages in the Shrewsbury Area reveals how people lived, worked, worshipped, and survived in one of medieval England’s most important border towns. Drawing on local records, archaeology, and the rich history of Shropshire, this fascinating talk offers a vivid glimpse into the lives that shaped the medieval world beyond kings and battles.
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Bear Steps Art Gallery and Medieval Hall2 Saint Alkmonds Place, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UJ
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When is Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages?
Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages takes place on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages taking place?
Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages is held at Bear Steps Art Gallery and Medieval Hall in Shrewsbury (2 Saint Alkmonds Place, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UJ).
How much are tickets for Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages?
Entry to Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages is free.
How do I get tickets for Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages?
Tickets for Heritage Open Days Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Free Entry
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Until Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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feels like 15°C · chance of rain 20% · wind 7 km/h
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