Retail Therapy
When you visit the Shrewsbury, shopping should be on your list of top things to do. Did you know Shrewsbury’s independent retailers outnumber big chains by almost half? There are endless boutiques and quirky independents, all tucked away in 'shuts and passages'.
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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…
Posted 16 December 2024
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…
Posted 10 December 2024
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 5 December 2024
Festive Shopping in Shrewsbury: Fashion & Jewellery
Shop Shrewsbury's fashion and jewellery scene this Christmas! Our guide reveals fashion boutiques and sparkling gems to explore this Christmas.
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Posted 5 December 2024
Spend an original Christmas in Shrewsbury
Christmas comes alive in Shrewsbury, with plenty of places to capture the Christmas cheer both original and traditional. Indulge in mince pies and…
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Posted 3 December 2024
Late Night Shopping in Shrewsbury this December
Wednesdays in December will see Shrewsbury town centre retailers extend their hours so that customers can have extra time to tick off their Christmas…
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Posted 26 November 2024
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…
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Posted 26 September 2024
Already planning your festive shopping? Get these dates in your diary
We know some of you organised shoppers have been planning your festive gifting since June. If that's you, we've got some dates you'll want in your…
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Posted 2 July 2024
Exploring Shrewsbury Food Festival 2024
We sent our Young Reviewer in Residence, Ellie Blackwell, to visit Shrewsbury Food Festival this weekend and report back on what she found!
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Retail Therapy businesses
Scope
Scope exists to make this country a place where disabled people have the same opportunities as everyone else. The charity provides support,…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Shrewsbury Antiques Centre
Shrewsbury Antiques Centre is the largest antique centre in the town and has been going for more than 30 years. There are over 50 individual traders…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Marie Curie
Marie Curie is a UK charity which cares for terminally ill people and their families. Marie Curie currently operates around 180 charity shops…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Hotel Chocolat
Would you like to try some chocolate? Drop into Hotel Chocolat and try a new recipe on the house every month. While you're there, browse everything…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
First Light Shrewsbury
First Light is a women's boutique and lifestyle store that has been dressing the holidaymakers and locals of Abersoch since 2005. In 2024, they…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Grape Tree
Shop at Grape Tree for a great range of health foods and wellbeing products offering you value, quality and choice in store or online. Find a wide…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
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