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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 Office Club
Not just an office space solution, an office club... Shrewsbury Office Club has been set up for those not looking for permanent space, just working…
Oath Coffee
Oath Coffee is a speciality coffee shop located on Castle Street owned by Denish and San. Barista Denish is passionate about coffee and has worked in…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
so many things to do
Emma Woodhouse - meet the author
Emma will be here selling copies of her new book - Victorian London's Most Notorious Female Gang Leader: The Life of Mary Carr. Come and grab a copy…
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.Floral Glass…
Warm Places, Warm Words - creative writing workshop
How words and images can bring us warmth in the winter, bring us fresh insights, resource us in the dark nights, and remind us there are many ways to…
Harvey’s Channel Crossing Exhibition
Private View | Thu 19 Mar 2026, 5pm to 7pmPublic Exhibition | Fri 20 Mar to Wed 8 Apr 2026
Mixed Media Memory Collage Workshop
Join mixed-media collage artist Caris Jackson for a relaxed, friendly and inspiring mixed-media collage workshop where you’ll be encouraged to create…
The Palmer's Guild of Ludlow
Forging Fraternity in Late Medieval SocietyJoin medieval historian Dr Rachael Harkes at Shropshire Archives as she explores what it meant to be a…
The Great Eggscape
Join The Great EggscapeThis Easter, put your skills to the test in our immersive escape rooms & enjoy even more family fun with our Easter Trail…
Grief Café
EVERY MONDAYHosted by Merryn Tenalach, Grief Tender and Doula, the Grief Café is open to anyone experiencing any form of grief; the breaking down of…
EBS Showcase
English Bridge Studios Annual Group Exhibition 2026Private View | Thu 9 Apr 2026, 5pm to 7pmPublic Exhibition | Mon 13 Apr to Wed 27 May 2026English…
Wine Tasting at GlouGlou
Our tastings, led by one of the Glou Crew or Iron & Rose team, will introduce you to new wines, tell you the stories behind them, informing and…
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