Shrewsbury Civic Society

Last Updated: August 2025

Shrewsbury Civic Society looks to preserve the built environment of Shropshire’s largest town. We are a not-for-profit organisation of volunteers and we receive no financial support from either national or local government. We are entirely self funding, relying on membership subscriptions, donations and other means of fund-raising. Join hundreds of others in supporting our work.

The headquarters of Shrewsbury Civic Society is situated in the Bear Steps complex. These buildings include the medieval gallery, which is open, free of charge, to the public. Maintaining an old building is costly – help us to keep it in good repair and free to visit. Find out more about the Bear Steps below.

HISTORY SERIES SEASON FIVE

Starts August 2025 – dates and tickets can be found here

For full details of the programme click here

HERITAGE DAY PRESENTATION

This year’s presentation for Heritage Day in September will focus on some of the castles in Shropshire. Shrewsbury Historica’s Russell Game, the presenter of the History of Shrewsbury series, will look at the fascinating history, architecture and stories behind the some of the castles in Shropshire, such as Shrewsbury, Ludlow, Stokesay and Whittington.

This is a free presentation, but you will need to book your ticket by clicking on the link below. This is because the presentation will take place in the Bear Steps, and there is a limited amount of space. Please note that the presentation is likely to last about an hour, with time allocated for questions at the end.

For tickets click here

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Help us preserve the Bear Steps

The Bear Steps Hall and art gallery dates back to the 14th century and is the home to Shrewsbury Civic Society. It also hosts our art exhibitions and is the venue for a number of lectures and presentations.