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Independent features
Posted 17 December 2025
Shrewsbury retains top spot as Britain’s Best High Street in Telegraph ranking
Shrewsbury took top place for a second year in The Telegraph’s Britain’s 20 Best High Streets feature, beating larger locations like Edinburgh and…
Posted 11 November 2025
Discover the Shrewsbury Independents Putting Vintage in Vogue
Discover Shrewsbury’s thriving vintage scene, from 1920s to y2k, flapper dresses to collectible sportswear, designer label to high street brand.…
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…
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,…
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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…
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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.
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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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Independent events
Bryan Corbetts Instrumental Groove Unit
Renowned Birmingham based trumpeter and flugelhorn player Bryan Corbett presents his new Instrumental Groove Unit featuring Paul Deats (Fender Rhodes…
John Bramwell (I Am Kloot)
We welcome the return of John Bramwell, but this time, up close and personal in the intimate setting of Shrewsbury’s Unitarian church.As the singer…
Garden Birds at The Cut
Join us for a special drop-in event at The Cut, celebrating the wonderful variety of garden birds that bring life and song to our school grounds,…
Joe Kent-Walters is Frankie Monroe: DEAD!!! (Good Fun Time)
Yorkshire’s biggest bastard and Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer 2024 is back, after yet another sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe…
My Favourite Cake
Iran, 2024, rated 12, 94 minsPersian, subtitledA widowed woman defies social norms when she invites a charming stranger into her home for cake—and…
John Lydon (Sex Pistols /PiL)
He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural…
Independent businesses
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…
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
The Walrus
Featured in The Michelin Guide 2025Nestled in the heart of Shrewsbury in Shropshire, The Walrus offers seasonal fine dining & A La Carte menu in…
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…
Maggie Mae's Vintage
Maggie Mae's Vintage, in the historic Parade Shopping Centre, Shrewsbury, stocks a wide selection of vintage clothing, accessories, textiles and…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
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
Claim Your Parking Back When you Dine at El Catala
From Tuesday to Saturday, if you park in Frankwell car park and eat at El Catala, they will refund up to three hours of your parking cost for you.
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
Shrewsbury Prison is partnering with Transport for Wales to offer an exclusive discount to TfW customers. Visitors who present a valid same-day TfW…
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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