Accessible Shrewsbury
Despite the historic nature of the town, many of our wonderful businesses are accessible, and there are plenty of services at hand to help make your stay more comfortable.
Accessible Shrewsbury features
Posted 9 June 2026
Top 10 must sees at this year's Shrewsbury Folk Festival
Shrewsbury Folk Festival returns this August Bank Holiday (August 28-31) for its annual four-day celebration at the DMOS People West Mid Showground.…
Posted 6 May 2026
Discover the all-inclusive Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2026
Shrewsbury’s annual celebration of the best in folk, Americana and world music is one of the highlights in the town’s event calendar. It’s one of the…
Posted 5 January 2026
What's coming to Shrewsbury in 2026?
There's always something to do in Shrewsbury. We update this post throughout the year -- visit often, and get these key dates for 2026 in your…
Posted 17 October 2025
Restaurant Week Returns - Bigger, Better, and Tastier!
Get ready to tuck in, Shrewsbury! From 25th October to 2nd November, Restaurant Week is back - and it’s shaping up to be an unmissable celebration of…
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Posted 28 February 2025
Enjoy spring in Shrewsbury this March
This month has lots to offer as we hurtle into spring -- from celebrating women and mothers to hunting down sweet treats for Pancake Day, do it all…
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Posted 13 February 2025
The Magic Formula Behind Britain's Favourite Market
There’s never been any doubt in locals’ minds that Shrewsbury Market Hall is the best in the country, and it’s just been crowned Britain’s Favourite…
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Posted 30 January 2025
Shrewsbury Market Hall is Britain’s Favourite – for third year running!
Three wins in a row and four total. No other market has ever won as many times, let alone consecutively!
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Posted 17 December 2024
How to support your high street - and keep your cool - this Christmas
Whether you’re neurodivergent, live with social anxiety, or simply find the atmosphere overstimulating, Annie Hambley of My Happy Place has put…
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Posted 25 September 2024
SY.Gigs - this autumn, Nothing is Ordinary in Shrewsbury
Founded in 2022, SY.Gigs has helped develop Shrewsbury's alternative music scene from small scene to national favourite among alt performers in…
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Accessible Shrewsbury events
Summer Stories from the Shire - The Bird Kingdom
Join artist Sarah Evans and story-teller Jake Evans for one of their four sessions this summer. Art activities are interspersed with storytelling…
Creative Writing Workshop
Think writing isn’t for you? Same. It’s complicated. This workshop is for overthinkers, underachievers, daydreamers, and anyone who has an idea and…
Come and Meet Doug Hyde
Come and meet Doug HydeJoin us as Doug launches his uplifting new collection celebrating the joys of the British summertime.Saturday 15th August,…
The Greatest Music of HANS ZIMMER
Experience the epic movie music of HANS ZIMMER as you have never heard it before, performed by a select group of musicians and led by award-winning…
Summer Stories from the Shire - The River
Join artist Sarah Evans and story-teller Jake Evans for one of their four sessions this summer. Art activities are interspersed with storytelling…
Family Yoga with Tessa Durham Yoga
For parents, carers, babies and children of all ages. Free, but book to save your space.
Accessible Shrewsbury businesses
Cashbrokers
Cashbrokers is a friendly, family-run business that provides a range of money services to customers, from modern pawnbroking to a foreign currency…
Open Today 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Pret A Manger
Since opening our first shop in 1986, Pret's mission has been simple; to serve freshly made food and good organic coffee, whilst also trying to do…
Open Today 7:30AM - 4:00PM
Blind Tiger
Blind Tiger is an independently run cocktail bar in the heart of Shrewsbury, known for high-quality drinks, fast service, and a strong late-night…
Hotter
Hotter is a comfort-focused footwear chain, producing own-brand shoes & slippers for men & women. This national retailer offers half sizes, a…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
The Curry House
The Curry House was opened in July 1970 and is located on Mardol, one of Shrewsbury's oldest streets in the heart of the town. The Curry House serves…
Open Today 5:00PM - 10:00PM
Rough Draft
Shrewsbury Dive Bar serving Cold Beers, Cocktails, Shorts, Softies & Snacks.
Open Today 5:00PM - 11:00PM
Accessible Shrewsbury offers & competitions
Thank Hicks It's Friday
What better way to celebrate the end of the week & say "Thank Hicks it's Friday" than listening to the sounds of the Deep South with a drink (or…
Shrewsbury Prison's Summer Family Offer
Up to two children to receive free Prison Entry with every paying adult until 1 September 2026.The offer is designed to help families enjoy a…
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