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Flexible, Affordable Hall Hire and creative Spaces in the heart of Shrewsbury

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English Bridge Studios is opening its doors for a weekend celebrating creativity, brilliant food and drink, and the community that makes this building feel alive.

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EVENTS DURING BVAF

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What We do

English Bridge studios is a vibrant creative community and flexible event venue in the heart of Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Hire our hall for workshops, meetings, performances, exhibitions, and community events.

English Bridge Studios offers flexible spaces perfect for meetings, workshops, rehearsals, performances, exhibitions, and community events. Located in central Shrewsbury, our community venue is ideal for those seeking an inspiring alternative to traditional halls

and event spaces.

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At English Bridge Studios, we provide a supportive environment for artists with our 14 versatile studio spaces, tailored to meet diverse creative needs. Our affordable rates ensure that every artist can find a place to call their own and thrive in their artistic journey. Join us and unleash your creativity in a vibrant community.

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Looking for the perfect workspace that motivates your creativity? English Bridge Studios provides hot desks for hire by the day, tailored for freelancers and artists seeking a focused atmosphere. Come experience our collaborative space and take your projects to new heights in an inspiring setting.

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A bit about us

Nurturing creativity. Building community. Transforming spaces.

English Bridge Studios has been a hub for creativity and community for over 40 years. Before that, the building served as an art school and even earlier, it was home to the Abbey National School a place of learning and inspiration for generations. 

We believe in the power of art to transform spaces and communities, and we’re working towards a major renovation of EBS to develop an even better creative environment.

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a bit about us

Nurturing creativity. Building community. Transforming spaces.

English Bridge Studio has been a hub for creativity and community

for over 40 years. Before that, the building served as an art school,

and even earlier, it was home to the Abbey National School a place of learning and inspiration for generations. 

We believe in the power of art to transform spaces and communities, and we’re working towards a major renovation of EBS to create an even better creative environment.

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Upcoming Events

See what events and workshops we have coming up! 

  • Hot Wax: Vinyl DJ Workshop, Open Decks & Rave
    Hot Wax: Vinyl DJ Workshop, Open Decks & Rave
    Sat 18 Jul
    18 Jul 2026, 18:00 – 22:00
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    Learn to spin vinyl, test your skills on open decks, and dance the night away at English Bridge Studios!
  • Creative Co-Work
    Creative Co-Work
    Multiple Dates
    Mon 20 Jul
    English Bridge Studios
    20 Jul 2026, 10:00 – 16:00
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    Come and work your creativity at our friendly and welcoming studios alongside our resident artists. Desk work as well as more hands on projects accommodated. Bring your own materials, we'll provide company and conversation...
  • Social Studios
    Social Studios
    Multiple Dates
    Tue 21 Jul
    English Bridge Studios
    21 Jul 2026, 10:00 – 12:00
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    Make work alongside others, with show and tell, and peer feedback.
  • Indian Woodblock Printing Workshop
    Indian Woodblock Printing Workshop
    Wed 22 Jul
    English Bridge Studios
    22 Jul 2026, 13:30 – 15:45
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    A calm, creative introduction to Indian woodblock printing at English Bridge Studios, Shrewsbury. Print your own textiles and paper.
  • Beaded or Charm Necklace Workshop
    Beaded or Charm Necklace Workshop
    Thu 23 Jul
    English Bridge Studios
    23 Jul 2026, 18:30 – 20:30
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    Join Harriet for a relaxed and creative jewellery making workshop at English Bridge Studios, where you can design and make your own beaded or charm necklace.
  • Learn the Art of Making Mitsuro Hikime Jewellery with Annalin
    Learn the Art of Making Mitsuro Hikime Jewellery with Annalin
    02 Aug 2026, 10:00 – 16:00
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    Discover the beauty of Mitsuro Hikime, a unique wax-working method used to create naturally flowing, organic textures in jewellery and sculpture.
  • Workshop Taster Day - Fundraiser for Perches House
    Workshop Taster Day - Fundraiser for Perches House
    Sun 09 Aug
    09 Aug 2026, 11:00 – 15:00
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    A relaxed creative taster day at English Bridge Studios raising funds for Perches House. Drop in throughout the day for gel printing, collage, lino printing and badge making workshops, all £3 to £5. Everyone welcome.
  • Seascapes with Lucy Caddel
    Seascapes with Lucy Caddel
    Sat 15 Aug
    English Bridge Studios
    15 Aug 2026, 07:00 – 16:00
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    Create your own coastal painting in this relaxed, step by step acrylic workshop. A full day of colour, movement and sea inspired creativity, with a finished piece to take home.
  • Beaded or Charm Necklace Workshop (1)
    Beaded or Charm Necklace Workshop (1)
    Thu 27 Aug
    English Bridge Studios
    27 Aug 2026, 18:30 – 20:30
    English Bridge Studios, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD, UK
    Join Harriet for a relaxed and creative jewellery making workshop at English Bridge Studios, where you can design and make your own beaded or charm necklace.
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