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Bear Steps
Bursting with historic architecture and street names you want to say out loud.
About Bear Steps
Connecting Pride Hill, the High Street, Wyle Cop and St Mary’s, the Bear Steps area encompasses many of Shrewsbury's most historic streets, including Butcher Row, Fish Street and Grope Lane.
The area is home to many of Shrewsbury’s independent eateries and shops. Explore vintage fashion, stylish homeware, pick up the perfect gift and more. Quench your thirst at traditional pubs or quirky cocktail bars, and eat around the world with food hailing from all corners of the globe.
Notable history
Historically, the area was filled with traditional traders which gave the surrounding streets many of their names; Butcher Row, Fish Street, Grope Lane. Bear Steps itself is named for The Bear Inn Pub which sat on the corner of Fish Street and Grope Lane. Although local legend claims the area was historically home to one of Shrewsbury’s bear pits.
At the centre of Bear Steps sits two of Shrewsbury’s five churches; St Alkmund’s and St Julian’s. Founded in 902, St Alkmund’s Church stands at the highest point in town, read more about it here. St Julian’s tower dates from the 12th century, and the present nave was designed by Thomas Farnolls Pritchard who also designed the Iron Bridge at Telford.
so many places to see
The Libertine Cocktail Bar
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Open Today 3:00PM - 11:30PM
Clarkes Solicitors
Clarkes Solicitors is one of Shropshire's leading law firms with five offices around the county. Clarkes has an excellent reputation for providing…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Courtyard Collective
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St Alkmund's Church
At the heart of the historic and beautiful town of Shrewsbury, founded about the year 902, stands the church of St Alkmund which celebrated its…
Open Today 9:30AM - 4:00PM
Itadakizen
Itadaki means 'to take the food life'; Zen means 'to fix, to mend'. What you eat not only affects your day-to-day health but also helps to determine…
Bull Inn
The Bull Inn is located on Butcher Row, right in the heart of Shrewsbury town centre. The Bull Inn has seven rooms available, which provide excellent…
Open Today 9:00AM - 12:00AM
Maddox and Co
Maddox & Co is a bright and spacious place to work and meet fellow workers. Whether it's a meeting space for the day, a daily hot desk or a…
Number Four
Number Four is a cafe and bistro in the heart of Shrewsbury. Found off the main shopping street of Pride Hill on the old cobbled Butcher Row. You…
Open Today 9:00AM - 8:00PM
The Loggerheads
The Loggerheads is a traditional beer house, selling good food and real ale. Situated on the corner of St Mary's Street and Church Street, the…
Open Today 12:00PM - 11:00PM
Prince Rupert Hotel
Situated in the very heart of medieval Shrewsbury, the historic Grade II listed Prince Rupert Hotel is firmly established as one of the town's finest…
so many things to do
Spring Exhibitions at The Bear Steps Gallery
We have three very unique exhibitions taking place. In the Main Hall we have fumage artist Caroline North. Caroline paints detailed wildlife images…
Tara Clerkin Trio + Haress
Event 5.0 of Series 2.0 at St Alkmund's Church. TCT borrow jazz, electronica, psychedelia & minimalism to paint beautiful soundscapes.
Greg Foat + Ayo Salawu supported by Ocean Ivy
Event 7.0 of SY.Gigs Season 2.0 Greg Foat is one of the UK's leading jazz pianists, composers and music producers. He's worked with a diverse…
Shrewsbury Arts Trail 2024
From July 1st to August 31st, Shrewsbury will be a hub of creative activity with the return of Shrewsbury Arts Trail, featuring some very famous…
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