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Independent features
Posted 4 July 2025
Shrewsbury Does Things Differently
As the UK celebrates Independents Day on July 4 and 5, Shrewsbury proves it continues to lead the way when it comes to thriving independent shops,…
Posted 23 June 2025
Where to experience live music in Shrewsbury
The music scene in Shrewsbury is vibrant, diverse and exciting! From small intimate gigs through to world-class festivals, you'll never be short of…
Posted 16 June 2025
Discover the Shrewsbury restaurant highlighted in The Michelin Guide 2025
Tucked away in Shrewsbury's town centre, modern British eatery The Walrus is spotlighted in the prestigious Michelin Guide 2025.
Posted 29 May 2025
Things to do indoors in Shrewsbury
Whether you're sheltering from the rain or looking to cool down, heading indoors doesn't mean it's time for the fun to stop! There are plenty of…
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Posted 6 March 2025
A World Book Day guide to bookshops in Shrewsbury
For book lovers, by book lovers - read our complete guide to book shopping in Shrewsbury's historic town centre
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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 1 February 2025
Discover Shrewsbury this February
Make the shortest month count with everything Shrewsbury has to offer – from romantic meals to half-term play.
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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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Independent events
Terrarium Bottle Workshop
Learn how to make your own terrarium. Get in touch with nature and bring out your creative side at one of our fun and informal terrarium…
Spooky Sculpting! Polymer Clay Workshop
Ready to get spooktacularly crafty?Join us for Spooky Sculpting on Saturday 18th October at The English Bridge Studios, Shrewsbury!We’ll be making…
Threads of Belonging - A Women’s Circle
Join us for a nourishing evening of connection, reflection and shared wisdom in a supportive women’s circle. Threads of Belonging is a chance to slow…
Riot Room OPO Takeover! @ The Old Post Office
Cosmic RaysBoom Boom WombSupport from Amplify CollectiveThis is a gig programmed and supported by the young people of the Amplify Collective! We are…
Open Door Cinema Club: The Thing
At a remote Antarctic outpost, paranoia spreads as a shape-shifting alien hides in plain sight among the crew. John Carpenter’s chilling masterpiece…
The Metropolitan Opera: La Sonnambula
ON SCREEN AT OLD MARKET HALLThe Metropolitan OperaTHE METROPOLITAN OPERA: LA SONNAMBULAFollowing triumphant Met turns in Roméo et Juliette, La…
Independent businesses
Hopefully Made
Hopefully Made is an independent studio coffee shop, set up by Hope and Becky, Hopefully Made started out as a small screen printing business born…
The Blue Lemon
Jenny & Jorgie are The Blue Lemon. They’ve been on Shrewsbury’s High Street for over a decade, with every product hand crafted in small batches…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Gelatistry
Treat yourself to an artisan gelato in a fresh, handmade waffle cone from Gelatistry in St Julian's Crescent! All products are handmade from scratch…
Open Today 12:00PM - 6:00PM
Dough & Oil
Proudly part of Shrewsbury Restaurant Week with the following offer:Margo & A Mac & Cheese for £15Sometimes oil you need is a good idea, some…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:00PM
The Walrus
Proud to be part of Shrewsbury Restaurant Week with the following offers:£10 - Kentucky fried duck & small house wine OR soft drink OR draft beer…
Open Today 6:00PM - 10:00PM
Ottolive Bakehouse
Established in 2016, Ottolive Bakehouse is an artisan bakery specialising in baking the best Sourdough and Viennoiserie pastries. Each item is hand…
Open Today 8:30AM - 3:30PM
Independent offers & competitions
2 for £14 Cocktails (All Day, Everyday)
Enjoy 2 of Blind Tiger's incredibly delicious cocktails for £14
Get 20% off Shrewsbury Prison tours with your train ticket
Get 20% off Self-Guided & Guided Tours at Shrewsbury Prison with a Transport for Wales line train ticket! Just present your valid train ticket…
St Vincent Happy Hour
Happy Hour £4 drinks - Tuesday - Friday from 4pm-7pm Select in-house beverages at £4 Cocktails 2 for £12 (same cocktail) Select in-house cocktails…
St Vincent Small Plates Offer
3X Small Plates £15 - Tuesday-Thursday 12-9pm Offer valid for select small plates only.
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