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'.
Retail Therapy features
Posted 19 November 2025
Late-Night Christmas Shopping in Shrewsbury: Your 2025 Guide
Discover Shrewsbury’s festive late-night shopping dates for 2025, from the Darwin Centre to the Market Hall.
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 19 August 2025
Back to school shopping in Shrewsbury
Whether you need shoes & kit for your little ones, sixth form fashion for older teens or the care package to send your nest leaver off with…
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 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 31 January 2025
Valentine's Treats in Shrewsbury
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to show a loved one you care. Whether it's a loving partner, treasured friend, or a coworker who's had your…
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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 10 January 2025
Add These Shrewsbury Dates to Your 2025 Calendar
There's always something to do in Shrewsbury. We update this post throughout the year -- visit often, and get these key dates for 2025 in your…
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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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Retail Therapy events
Late Night at the Market Hall
Sept 6 | Nov 1 | Dec 6Experience the market hall by night, tuning into its twilight vibes. Enjoy flavours from around the world, wine and gin bars,…
Late Night at the Market Hall
Sept 6 | Nov 1 | Dec 6Experience the market hall by night, tuning into its twilight vibes. Enjoy flavours from around the world, wine and gin bars,…
Yuletide Yarnies
Join other wool lovers and creative souls for a magical day with a festive twist.Explore stalls from independent yarn dyers, spinners, fibre artists,…
Winter Warmer at the Market Hall
It’s the night of Carols In The Square and the Market Hall is staying open late for a festive treat of Christmas shopping, food and drink.Enjoy an…
Retail Therapy businesses
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
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
Pomona Grocery
Pomona is Shrewsbury's local and organic food store. Pomona is a quality grocer with an accent very much on local and organic. The store offers a…
Vinterior
An independent gift shop located at the top of Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury.Selling gifts, Shrewsbury skyline pictures, souvenirs, greeting cards, garden…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Pandora
The Pandora story is about a company with a distinctive brand and distinctive products that in just a few years has made the exceptional journey from…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Frugi / Turtle Doves
Frugi is the UK’s leading ethical and organic children’s clothing brand. We want people to love the planet we play on, which is why we use organic…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
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