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- Already planning your festive shopping? Get these dates in your diary
Already planning your festive shopping? Get these dates in your diary
With independent shops outnumbering national retailers, Shrewsbury is the place to be for cosy boutiques and unique market stalls hidden within medieval streets. You'll find something for everyone on your Christmas present list.
Shopping dates in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury Winter Fair
Shrewsbury's annual Winter Fair is back for another year, helping you get a head start on your Christmas shopping. There will be lots of stalls…
02 November 2024
DRAWN Christmas Market
The DRAWN Collective of Artists, Illustrators & Designers gather to sell and showcase their wares. You'll find unique gifts and get amazing…
16 November 2024
Made in Shropshire: Artisan Fair
Every 2nd Saturday of the month the Made in Shropshire Artisan Fairs are carefully curated to ensure the best selection and variety of Shropshire…
09 November 2024
Shrewsbury Farmers Market
Shrewsbury Farmers Market brings the fields of Shropshire to Shrewsbury Square. A plethora of delicious food and drink will be on offer to tempt…
19 October 2024
Late Night at the Market Hall
Experience the market hall by night, tuning into its twilight vibes. Enjoy flavours from around the world, wine and gin bars, cocktails and…
02 November 2024
Get some inspiration
Posted 30 November 2023
Festive Shopping in Shrewsbury: Beauty & Wellness
Spoil someone you love with Shrewsbury's beauty & wellness offerings this Christmas! Our guide reveals the local makers, retailers and spa…
Posted 8 December 2023
Festive Shopping In Shrewsbury: Books & Entertainment
From independents, to specialists, to familiar high street chains, you'll find books, games & other entertainment options for to suit every taste in…
Posted 13 December 2023
Festive Shopping in Shrewsbury: For Kids & Babies
From independents to familiar high street favourites, you'll find plenty of gifts on offer for kids & babies in Shrewsbury.
Posted 24 November 2023
Festive Shopping in Shrewsbury: Spotlight on Fashion & Jewellery
Shop Shrewsbury's fashion and jewellery scene this Christmas! Our guide reveals fashion boutiques and sparkling gems to explore this Christmas.
Posted 13 December 2023
Festive Shopping in Shrewsbury: Food & Drink for the Big Day
Whether you're more likely to be found queuing in the deli or at the butcher's counter on Christmas Eve, use our guide to find the food & drink you…
Get in the spirit
'A Christmas Carol' Tours
Join our expert guides for a tour around the historic town of Shrewsbury as we re-visit some of the stunning film locations featured in the iconic…
07 December 2024
Gin Therapy - ITS CHRISTMAS! - Festive Gin Tasting 2024
It's Beginning to look a lot like Christmas... and that means Gin! Well, at least it does here at Gindifferent. We have the perfect thing to take the…
13 December 2024
Sleeping Beauty
BRAD FITT IS BACK in 2024's fun-filled family pantomime... SLEEPING BEAUTY! This year's spectacular pantomime will also see the return of Tommy J…
29 November 2024
A Christmas Carol: The Crime and Comedy Theatre Company
Live on stage and in person, television favourites COLIN BAKER (Doctor Who, The Brothers) and PETER PURVES (Blue Peter, The Office) lead the cast in…
20 November 2024
Stay in Shrewsbury
Prince Rupert Hotel
Situated in the very heart of medieval Shrewsbury, the historic Grade II listed Prince Rupert Hotel is firmly established as one of the town's finest…
The Lion + Pheasant
The Lion + Pheasant is Shropshire's most stylish and prestigious townhouse hotel. In the heart of beautiful Shrewsbury, this independent boutique…
Drapers Hall
Situated in the historic Guild Hall of the Shrewsbury Drapers Society, RHUBARB serves quality local ingredients that are cooked with skill and…
Darwin's Townhouse
Darwin's Townhouse offers a boutique bed and breakfast experience, with 19 bedrooms, just steps away from the river Severn and Shrewsbury's eclectic…
Open Today 9:00AM - 8:00PM
The Loopy Shrew
The Loopy Shrew is a family-run restaurant & bar with 12 boutique rooms in the heat of Shrewsbury called 'The Town of Flowers'. Here you'll find…
Open Today 8:00AM - 11:00PM
4 Wyle Mews
Situated in 'The Loop' of the historic Medieval town of Shrewsbury, this cosy Grade II Listed mews cottage is a perfect base for exploring the town…
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