Shrewsbury Moves Festival: A Celebration of Movement and Sustainability
20th - 23rd March 2025 | Shrewsbury Town Centre
Shrewsbury Moves Festival is set to transform the town into a hub of movement, sustainability, and community engagement. Over four exciting days, businesses, residents, and visitors will come together to explore how we can create thriving, people-friendly market towns that balance transport, sustainability, and economic vitality.
📍 Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery
📅 Thursday, 20th March | Evening Event
Join us for an evening of insightful discussion led by Peter Walker, acting deputy political editor at The Guardian and author of The Miracle Pill. Peter will be joined by a panel of experts, including:
Melissa Bruntlett – Author & Urban Mobility Advocate
Julia Buckley MP
Phil Jones – Chairman, PJA
The discussion will explore rethinking town centre access, designing streets that support businesses and communities, and real-world examples of urban transformation.
🎟️ Booking required – tickets include refreshments.
📍 Shrewsbury Business Suite
📅 Friday, 21st March | 10 AM - 4 PM
Drop in throughout the day for seven interactive sessions covering:
The health benefits of active travel
Economic gains of pedestrian-friendly spaces
Accessible and inclusive urban design
Experts from organisations such as Active Travel England, Living Streets, and Wheels for Wellbeing will lead discussions and workshops, offering new perspectives on how we can shape our towns for the future.
📍 Shrewsbury Town Square
Aligning with Talking Movement Day 2, this showcase will feature innovative transport solutions, highlighting the benefits of sustainable mobility in urban spaces.
The town centre comes alive with a vibrant celebration of movement! Enjoy activities including:
Walking, wheeling, running, and cycling events
Dance performances, yoga sessions, and live music
Al fresco dining and pop-up experiences
The festival finale will see Shrewsbury’s Town Square transformed into a unique family attraction. Expect a spectacular surprise that will give you a fresh perspective on our public spaces.
✨ Come along, get involved, and experience movement in a whole new way!