May Half Term Workshops at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings

DATE

Tue 26, Wed 27 and Thu May 2026 

TIME

10am - 2pm and 10am - 3pm

LOCATION

Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings 

SUITABLE FOR

Families

Join us at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings for free family workshops this May half-term.

Sashiko Workshop with Anthea Renshaw
Tuesday 26 May, 10am to 2pm

Join artist, Anthea Renshaw as she explores English Maytime folklore and stories combined with the art of Japanese stitching to make your very own Sashiko coaster or bookmark to take home with you.

There is no need to book, just drop in. Sashiko making is aimed at those 7 and above, but for under 7s can make their own Aida cloth to take home with them. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Cats and Dragons Puppet Making
Wednesday 27 May 10am to 3pm
Thursday 28 May 10am to 3pm

Cats and dragons both feature as a big part of the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings story. Join us this May half term to find out why. Create your own cat and dragon paper puppets to take home. This is suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There is no need to book, just drop in.

You can also visit the Mill exhibition which is open all week at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, 10am to 5pm, last admission is at 4pm. There is also a brand new dragon trail to follow within the exhibition space too. If you would like to visit the exhibition, please book in advance to save 15%, or pay for your admission on the day. Members go free.

Prices

Type Price
English Heritage members Free

How to book

These events are free, no booking is required. If you would like to explore the mill exhibition, you will need to pay for that separately, either on the day of your visit, or in advance.

How to find us

Property: Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
Address: Spring Gardens, Shrewsbury, SY1 2SZ
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire, West Midlands

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