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Castle Quarter
A bustling district sitting within the shadow of Shrewsbury's historic Castle.
About the Castle Quarter
Castle Gates is an avenue of independent businesses, including health and beauty specialists, grocers, eateries and more.
Named for Shrewsbury’s magnificent red sandstone castle, the Castle Quarter is a hive of activity stretching from Castle Foregate to St Mary’s and the top of Pride Hill.
Notable history
The Castle Quarter is home to four of Shrewsbury’s largest historic buildings: Shrewsbury Castle, first built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, Shrewsbury Library, original home of Shrewsbury School from 1550-1882, Shrewsbury Prison, a decommissioned Victorian prison, and Shrewsbury train station, built in the mid 19th century in mock Tudor style.
so many places to see
The Shrewsbury Coffeehouse
The Shrewsbury Coffeehouse is Shrewsbury's original independent Coffeehouse.Opening back in 2011 it's always been somewhere to go for speciality…
Open Today 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Glouglou Wine Bar & Shop
Glouglou is a place where you can stop for a quick glass of great wine and a snack and pick up a bottle for dinner at home, or spend a few hours…
Open Today 4:00PM - 11:00PM
Dough & Oil
Sometimes oil you need is a good idea, some ambition and a few dodgy puns. After making his mark in Shrewsbury's Market Hall, chef Aaron Brown…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:00PM
Oil
The local bar with good people, live music and an easy-going vibe; across three distinct spaces. Where craft beer, cocktails and creativity collide,…
Open Today 4:00PM - 11:00PM
Dutch Living
A high-end homeware and interiors store on Castle Street. Specialising in handmade bespoke tables made from reclaimed oak, and much ore, here you can…
Shrewsbury Prison
Awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, 9 years running! Shrewsbury Prison is officially in the top 10% of things to do worldwide.The…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Marks And Spencer
Founded in 1884, M&S has grown from a single market stall to an international, multi-channel retailer. M&S sell stylish, high quality, great…
Open Today 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Tap and Can
Indie Craft Beer Bar in the heart of Shrewsbury with 14 rotating beer lines, 100+ cans & good times!
Inocencia Clothing
We have been a popular menswear retailer in the picturesque town of Shrewsbury since opening our doors in 1999. Our original website,…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:30PM
The Vaults
This lively pub with rooms is a 1-minute walk from Shrewsbury Train Station. Accommodation is comprised of 8 laid-back rooms that come with free…
Open Today 12:00PM - 11:00PM
so many things to do
Getting started writing your novel with Mike Gayle
A one-day writing workshop for adults with Mike Gayle.This course will consider how to generate and develop ideas like a professional writer touching…
Art Workshop: Floral Glass Painting
Join us for a fun and creative morning painting beautiful floral designs on glass using special paints to create a stained glass effect.Book through…
Jonny Nash (Ft Tomo Katsurada) + Christopher Haddow
SY.Gigs Event 1.0, Season 4.0Jonny Nash creates music that holds you close, comfortable, spacious and profoundly human. He’s joined by his close…
Storytime Special
Join us and celebrate National Storytelling Week with some of our favourite stories.
Warm Welcome - botanical drawing workshop
As part of our Warm Welcome activities come and join local artist Emma Williams for a step-by-step-botanical drawing class using fine liner ink pens.…
Darwin Festival Tour of Shrewsbury Library
As part of the Darwin Festival, go behind the scenes of Darwin's old school and one of the town's most historic buildings. Includes refreshments.…
Warm Welcome - botanical drawing workshop
As part of our Warm Welcome activities come and join local artist Emma Williams for a step-by-step-botanical drawing class using fine liner ink pens.…
Lego Club
Drop in every Saturday for our free Lego Club. All ages welcome - you're never too young or old to let your imaginations run wild with everyone's…
Rhyme Time
Join Shrewsbury Library every Monday for rhymes and songs for children up to five years old. The session encourages families to share books and…
Storytime
EVERY WEDNESDAYFree story session for toddlers and pre-school children, including a simple craft activity.
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