Free Hidden Books to be found in Shrewsbury Prison!

Free Hidden Books to be found in Shrewsbury Prison!

We’re excited to announce our sponsorship of an inspiring initiative aimed at promoting literacy and community engagement: the Welshpool & Shrewsbury Book Hunt, organised by a local business, Sweet Dreams Bookshop.

 

Kicking off this summer, the Book Hunt aims to encourage reading, outdoor activity and community engagement across the Welshpool and Shrewsbury areas… and we’re thrilled to be a part of it! The books will be able to be found from 9th July at Shrewsbury Prison.

 

Shrewsbury Prison taking part at Welshpool & Shrewsbury Book Hunt

 

🔍 How It Works

The Book Hunt is simple yet magical: sponsored books will be hidden in public spaces throughout Welshpool and Shrewsbury. Families can follow social media clues to track down each book’s location and enjoy a fun day out in the process. Once found, the books are yours to keep or, after reading it, you can re-hide them and keep the adventure going for others.

 

Sweet Dreams Bookshop, a beloved local bookshop and the organiser behind the event, said the Book Hunt is more than just a fun activity: “This project is about putting books directly into the hands of children, encouraging them to read, and getting them outside exploring their communities. We want to promote literacy in a way that feels like an adventure.”

 

Shrewsbury Prison taking part at Welshpool & Shrewsbury Book Hunt

 

⛓ Find Free Books at Shrewsbury Prison

We’re sponsoring 25 books, each hidden within the historic grounds of Shrewsbury Prison. If you’re planning a visit, be sure to keep an eye on Sweet Dreams Bookshops’ Facebook page, Welshpool & Shrewsbury Book Hunt Facebook Group and Shrewsbury Prison’s social media for the clues on the location of the books.

 

But hurry, books at Shrewsbury Prison are limited and the hunt will run only while supplies last! Please note, a valid ticket is required for entry into the prison.