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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
Proudly part of Shrewsbury Restaurant Week with the following offers:A drink and cake for £5 Two drinks and two cakes for £10Two sandwiches for…
Open Today 9:00AM - 3:00PM
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 12:00PM - 11:00PM
Tap and Can
Indie Craft Beer Bar in the heart of Shrewsbury with 14 rotating beer lines, 100+ cans & good times!
Open Today 12:00PM - 6:00PM
Glouglou Wine Bar & Shop
Proudly part of Shrewsbury Restaurant Week 2025 - claim our offer:£25 Wine Flight & 1 CicchettiGlouglou is a place where you can stop for a quick…
Open Today 12:00PM - 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 10:30AM - 4:30PM
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…
Dough & Oil
Proudly part of Shrewsbury Restaurant Week with the following offer:Margo & A Mac & Cheese for £15Sometimes oil you need is a good idea, some…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:00PM
Shrewsbury Prison
Awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, 9 years running! Shrewsbury Prison is officially in the TOP 10% of things to do WORLDWIDEThe…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Ink Crazy
Ink Crazy is an independent tattoo parlour in Shrewsbury.
Barclays Bank
Barclays is one of the world's biggest banks, and was founded in the 17th century. In the UK alone, more than 15 million people and businesses…
so many things to do
Celebrating the music of Chris Stapleton – by Chris Stapleton UK Tribute & his live band
Yes, we’re bringing you an incredible country experience like no other, throw on those cowboy hats & two step into your boots & saddle up for…
Sense of Place from CRPE
A new exhibition from CPRE Shropshire celebrating the places people love across the county. Around twenty photographs have been selected from…
Halloween Ghost Tours
Get ready for a hair-raising Halloween Ghost Tour this October! Brace yourself as your expert guide leads you through a haunted prison, where your…
Art Workshop: Introduction to linocut - winter illustrations
Learn linocut and create winter-inspired prints, from Christmas cards to wall art.Book through Eventbrite or email shrewsburyartsandcrafts@gmail.com.
C Toms-Arbel Book Signing
Author and creative writing lecturer C. Toms-Arbel will be here signing copies of his debut thriller 'Mannequins'. Drop in and find out more about…
Kerry Ellis: Queen of the West End
Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway,…
Shrewsbury Restaurant Week 2025
Shrewsbury Restaurant Week celebrates Shrewsbury as a foodie’s heaven. Other cities and towns have Restaurant Weeks, but - like everything we do in…
The Eagles Greatest Hits – ‘One of These Nights Tour’ with leading live tribute Desperados
Take it Easy with Desperados and celebrate the music of six-time Grammy Award Winners, The Eagles. Expect to hear your favourite hits such as…
Art workshop: Vintage magazine collage
Get ready to dive into a blast from the past with our vintage magazine collage event. Bring your creativity and let's make some unique…
The Dirty Rockin’ Scoundrels Live
The Dirty Rockin Scoundrels are a UK based Rock ‘n’ Roll band, bringing you the best music from the golden era of the 50’s and 60’s with an…
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