Shrewsbury History Society
Explore the engaging history presentations and tours offered by the Shrewsbury Historical Society, perfect for all ages.
About Shrewsbury Historica
Our Story
At the Shrewsbury Historical Society, we are passionate about providing high-quality education to all individuals. Our story began with a desire to make local history accessible to everyone. We believe that our talks are a powerful tool that can inform and enlighten others about our history. We have just completed our five-year-long series on Shrewsbury’s history, covering a timeline from prehistory to the present day. 2026 we will revisit Shrewsbury's History with a more detailed 7 year series.
Our Mission
Our mission at the Shrewsbury Historical Society is to empower individuals with the knowledge to know their town. We strive to create a supportive learning community that fosters growth, creativity, and innovation. At Shrewsbury Historica, we are committed to helping our followers achieve a deep understanding of their surroundings.
We believe that learning should be engaging, interactive, and fun. That's why we have developed a unique approach to presentations that combine traditional teaching methods with Russell’s cutting-edge technology. Our presentations are designed to be mobile, allowing us to come to you, and can also be bespoke so that any topic you wish to learn about can be customized.
The History Series Year One The Saxons • Russell Game
The Saxons shaped the foundations of the town—its layout, governance, and early identity. As part of the Kingdom of Mercia, Shrewsbury was more than a quiet riverside community; it was a defensive and administrative centre, guarding borders and projecting power. Everyday life here revolved around farming, trade, craftsmanship, and faith, with wooden halls, small churches, and busy markets forming the heart of the settlement.
This series explores how the Saxons lived, ruled, worshipped, and defended Shrewsbury, tracing how their choices left a lasting imprint on the town’s character. By examining archaeology, place-names, and historical records, we uncover how Saxon Shrewsbury helped shape the story of England itself.
A Tour of Shrewsbury Inns within the Loop. Russell Game Tour
July 14.
Tour 1
These are the Inns toured
Bull (Butcher Row), House of the Rising Sun (Butcher Row), Loggerheads (Church Street), Cromwell's (Dogpole), Nag's Head (Wyle Cop), Henry Tudor House (Wyle Cop), Lion Hotel (Wyle Cop), Wheatsheaf/Old Post Office (Milk Street), Golden Cross (Princess Street), Old Plough (Square), Cross Keys (High Street), Three Fishes (Fish Street)
May 19.
Tour 1
Bull (Butcher Row), House of the Rising Sun (Butcher Row), Loggerheads (Church Street), Cromwell's (Dogpole), Nag's Head (Wyle Cop), Henry Tudor House (Wyle Cop), Lion Hotel (Wyle Cop), Wheatsheaf/Old Post Office (Milk Street), Golden Cross (Princess Street), Old Plough (Square), Cross Keys (High Street), Three Fishes (Fish Street)
June 16
Tour 2
These are the Inns covered in Tour 2
Yorkshire House (St Mary's Place), St Nicholas' Bar (Castle Street), Castle Vaults/Bull at the Gate (Castle Gates), Alb/Salopian (Smithfield Road), Shrewsbury Hotel (Smithfield Road), King's Head et al (Mardol), Hole in the Wall (Shoplatch), Coach & Horses/Admiral Benbow (Swan Hill,
August 12
Tour 2
Yorkshire House (St Mary's Place), St Nicholas' Bar (Castle Street), Castle Vaults/Bull at the Gate (Castle Gates), Alb/Salopian (Smithfield Road), Shrewsbury Hotel (Smithfield Road), King's Head et al (Mardol), Hole in the Wall (Shoplatch), Coach & Horses/Admiral Benbow (Swan Hill)
