SHREWSBURY ABBEY SUMMER FAIR

Shrewsbury Abbey

Abbey fairs are always popular, with a wide range of stalls and something for everyone. The Abbey turns into one of the most beautiful shopping malls you will ever visit! If you are interested in taking a stall, please contact the Parish Office as soon as possible to avoid disappointment: 01743 232723 | manager@shrewsburyabbey.com

SATURDAYS AT NOON – DR MICHAL SZOSTAK (ORGAN)

Shrewsbury Abbey

As part of our Saturdays at Noon 2023 series, we are delighted to welcome Dr Michal Szostak of Warsaw, Poland, who will give a recital on the restored 1911 William Hill organ of Shrewsbury Abbey. A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Abbey Organ Fund. Parking right opposite the Abbey in Abbey Foregate car park. *Please note the start time of 3.00pm*

SATURDAYS AT NOON – CLAUDIA GRINNELL (ORGAN)

As part of our Saturdays at Noon 2023 series, we are delighted to welcome Claudia Grinnell of Winchester Cathedral, who will give a recital on the restored 1911 William Hill organ of Shrewsbury Abbey. Claudia grew up in Shropshire and it is wonderful to welcome her back for no doubt a memorable performance. A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Abbey Organ Fund. Parking right opposite the Abbey in Abbey Foregate car park. Please note the start time of 2.00pm.

SATURDAYS AT NOON – SEAN TUCKER (ORGAN)

Shrewsbury Abbey

As part of our Saturdays at Noon 2023 series, we are delighted to welcome Sean Tucker of St Stephen's, Bournemouth, who will give a recital on the restored 1911 William Hill organ of Shrewsbury Abbey. A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Abbey Organ Fund. Parking right opposite the Abbey in Abbey Foregate car park.

SATURDAYS AT NOON – RICHARD PILLINER (ORGAN)

Shrewsbury Abbey

As part of our Saturdays at Noon 2023 series, we are delighted to welcome Richard Pilliner of London, who will give a recital on the restored 1911 William Hill organ of Shrewsbury Abbey. A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Abbey Organ Fund. Parking right opposite the Abbey in Abbey Foregate car park.

SATURDAYS AT NOON – THOMAS ALLERY (ORGAN)

Shrewsbury Abbey

As part of our Saturdays at Noon 2023 series, we are delighted to welcome Thomas Allery of Temple Church, London, who will give a recital on the restored 1911 William Hill organ of Shrewsbury Abbey. A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Abbey Organ Fund. Parking right opposite the Abbey in Abbey Foregate car park.

JAZZ IN THE CHURCH – PETE HORSFALL

Shrewsbury Abbey

The first Jazz in the Church proved so popular that we are delighted to announce the second in the series at the Abbey. 7.30 start. Bring your own drinks. Street food outside.    

REQUIEM IN A DAY WITH MATTHEW COLERIDGE – WORSHOP

THE WORKSHOP IS NOW OVERSUBSCRIBED, WITH A WAITING LIST OF 25. Please see the next page for details of the concert performance. Join Shrewsbury Abbey Choir and a massed choir of singers from all over Shropshire and beyond, for a special workshop and performance of Matthew Coleridge's sublime choral work Requiem - directed by the composer!   "Matthew Coleridge is a great force for good in the choral world"   - Alexander Armstrong, Classic FM   "I didn't want the performance to end - something I haven't thought during a concert for several years now! " One of the UK's most exciting emerging composers, Matthew is a charismatic and engaging choral leader. His workshops are led with sensitivity and humour, bringing out the best in singers and inspiring a confident performance. His beautifully melodic and uplifting choral works are widely performed. His music has been broadcast on BBC Radio 3 and Scala Radio, and recorded by professional ensembles including The Choir of Royal Holloway, The Queen's Six and RSVP Voices.

REQUIEM IN A DAY WITH MATTHEW COLERIDGE – CONCERT

Join us for a concert performance of Matthew Coleridge's inspirational Requiem, together with other pieces. The concert begins at 7.00pm and will be conducted by the composer. Tickets are £10 in advance or on the door.

SHROPSHIRE WI OPEN DAY

Shrewsbury Abbey

16 September is WI Day! The first WI meeting in Britain took place on 16 September 1915 at Llanfair PG on Anglesey. Shrewsbury Abbey is delighted to host this event, which will be a showcase for the 100+ Shropshire WI branches and include refreshments and entertainment. More details nearer the time.  

SATURDAYS AT NOON – PETER KING (ORGAN)

Shrewsbury Abbey

As part of our Saturdays at Noon 2023 series, we are delighted to welcome Peter King, Organist Emeritus of Bath Abbey, who will give a recital on the restored 1911 William Hill organ of Shrewsbury Abbey. A retiring collection will be taken in aid of the Abbey Organ Fund. Parking right opposite the Abbey in Abbey Foregate car park.