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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
Tap and Can
Indie Craft Beer Bar in the heart of Shrewsbury with 14 rotating beer lines, 100+ cans & good times!
Open Today 5:00PM - 11:00PM
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
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
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
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
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 5:00PM - 11:30PM
The Tumbledown Hotel
The Tumbledown Hotel / Albion Bar is in the heart of Shrewsbury's Castle Quarter. The original historic building began life as the 'Albion Inn', and…
Polka Dot Travel
Polka Dot Travel create everlasting holiday memories, we know a thing or two about bringing together the right elements to create your perfect break.…
Open Today 9:15AM - 5:30PM
Lily M
Lily M is a skincare and soap shop located on Wyle Cop. They sell natural, vegan, organic and locally-made products, helping to achieve a healthy…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
so many things to do
Arctic Monkeys Night – Featuring The Antarctic Monkeys Live (plus an Indie Party!)
A live performance from The Antarctic Monkeys - the tribute band bringing all the biggest Arctic Monkeys songs to the stage - plus an Indie Party…
Shropshire at Work: Heritage Open Day at Shropshire Archives
Ever wondered what it was like to make a living in Shropshire hundreds of years ago? Join us at Shropshire Archives for a morning of fascinating…
Meet the Author - Zoe Tipton
The creator of 'Tales in Dibble Dabble Wood' Zoe Tipton will be at Shrewsbury Library to chat to readers, plus sell and sign her books.
Bongo's Bingo
The original bingo rave sensation comes to The Buttermarket - a classic game of bingo reinvented with added mayhem, dance anthems, singalongs, false…
An Evening with Embrace's Danny McNamara
Danny McNamara, founder and lead singer of Embrace, brings a special evening of stories to mark the band's 30th anniversary. Embrace have sold more…
Behind the Scenes at Shropshire Archives: Heritage Open Day Tours, 2026
Join us for our FREE tour behind the scenes as part of Heritage Open Days 2026. We hold over 6 miles of documents in our store rooms from 12th…
Essentially Cher – Live in Concert starring Trisha McCluney & her live band
Trisha McCluney embodies Essentially Cher, the fastest-rising live Cher tribute show sensation, backed by a powerhouse 6-piece live band. Expect all…
Introduction to Linocut
A relaxed intro to lino printing inspired by the Shropshire landscape. Learn carving, inking and printing.Come and get creative with us as we dive…
Motown & Sounds of Philadelphia Day Party ft Shropshire's No.1 Motown & Soul DJ Clive Jones
Motown and Sounds of Philadelphia day party in the unique surroundings of The Cellars, packed with the greatest soul anthems ever recorded. Headlined…
I'm Still Standing – the Ultimate Elton John Experience starring Young Elton
A spectacular night celebrating one of the greatest music legends of all time. Young Elton & Live Band bring an unforgettable tribute to the…
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