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Discover Shrewsbury at home

Our doors may be closed, but Shrewsbury remains open online. Join us from the comfort of your home as we explore the best our town has to offer.

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Dining at home in Shrewsbury: the new eating out

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Open Essentials & Delivery in Shrewsbury

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Shop Shrewsbury online

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Shrewsbury retailers offering click & collect and alternative shopping

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Shrewsbury's Open Stories

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Historic Timeline of Shrewsbury

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Famous Historic Faces of Shrewsbury

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Shrewsbury's Severn bridges

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Explore Shrewsbury's Jesse window

The oldest stained glass in Shrewsbury, the Jesse Window was made for Greyfriars chapel in the 14th century. Following the dissolution of the friary in 1538, the window was moved to St Chad's, before being bought to St Mary's in 1791. Now you can explore it with Google Arts and Culture.

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DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival 2021

Celebrate Shrewsbury’s most famous son at this year’s virtual DarwIN Shrewsbury Festival. Join us as we celebrate our special links with Charles Darwin with a schedule of inspiring films, brain-teasing lectures, Q&A sessions and Darwin's birthday toast. 

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Explore Shrewsbury's Jesse window

The oldest stained glass in Shrewsbury, the Jesse Window was made for Greyfriars chapel in the 14th century. Following the dissolution of the friary in 1538, the window was moved to St Chad's, before being bought to St Mary's in 1791. Now you can explore it with Google Arts and Culture.

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3 independent businesses from The Parade Shops collaborate for stunning photoshoot

A photoshoot for My Shrewsbury magazine has brought together three of the small businesses based at The Parade Shops.

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Lockdown events in Shrewsbury

England may once again be in lockdown, but Shrewsbury remains a hive of activity with virtual events taking place across the town.

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Open Essentials & Delivery in Shrewsbury

Many of Shrewsbury's town centre businesses remain open so you can continue to purchase your essential items, including groceries, newsagents and pharmacies.

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Shrewsbury retailers offering click & collect and alternative shopping

If you're able to get into Shrewsbury, many of our independent business are offering click and collect and other alternative forms of shopping. Read on to discover more.

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Dining at home in Shrewsbury: the new eating out

Eating in has become the new eating out, and with Shrewsbury eateries rising to the task you can now enjoy your favourite food from the comfort of your home.

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Shop Shrewsbury online

Discover which of Shrewsbury independent retailers are selling their products online and get the best of Shrewsbury delivered directly to your door.

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Discover Shrewsbury at home

Our doors may be closed, but Shrewsbury remains open online. Join us from the comfort of your home as we explore the best our town has to offer.

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Photo of Shrewsbury highlighted in BBC's Big Picture

A photograph of Shrewsbury has been highlighted in the BBC's England's Big Picture: Best of 2020. The shot was captured by town resident Matthew Taylor in April and looks along the River Severn from Porthill Footbridge.

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Shrewsbury Christmas Window Competition

The Shrewsbury Business Chamber and Shrewsbury BID invite you to vote for your favourite Shrewsbury Christmas window! We are also giving you the chance to win a £50 voucher for a Shrewsbury business of your choice as a thank you for voting. Voting closes at 9am on Monday 21st December.

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The Parade Shops looks forward to reopening

All of the businesses at The Parade Shops will be re-opening from Wednesday 2nd December. The mixture of independent and individual businesses can provide some unique gifts for customers hoping to snap up a one of a kind Christmas gift.

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Shrewsbury named in top 20 happiest places to live

Shrewsbury has been named #14 in Right Move's Happiest Places to Live in Great Britain.

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Free Parking in Shrewsbury this winter

Parking will be free from 11am to 6pm in all Shropshire Council car parks from 3 December [2020] to 17 January [2021].

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Christmas and New Year opening hours

Shrewsbury's retailers will be remaining open throughout the festive season, allowing you longer to stock up on last-minute gifts and essentials. Read on to discover Shrewsbury's opening hours before, during and after the seasonal period.

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Christmas in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury comes alive at Christmas, with plenty of places to capture Christmas cheer. Indulge in mince pies and mulled wine, pick up perfect presents or celebrate the party season.

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