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Shoplatch, Claremont Street & Mardol Head
Shoplatch is home to an eclectic mix of shops and cafes, as well as Shrewsbury's award-winning Market Hall.
About Shoplatch and the surrounding areas
Sitting at the bottom of Pride Hill, you’ll find Shoplatch, Mardol Head and Claremont Street, home to an eclectic mix of shops and cafes, as well as Shrewsbury’s award-winning market hall. In Shoplatch and the surrounding streets you can while away the hours exploring an exciting mix of national and independent retailers, out-of-the-ordinary eateries, and health and beauty specialists.
Notable landmarks
Shoplatch is also home to Shrewsbury’s award-winning Market Hall. Open every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, the Market Hall is a haven for small independents; cosmopolitan cafes and artisan producers sit side by side with traditional butchers and grocers, barbers, boutiques and more.
so many places to see
Ottolive Bakehouse
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The Loopy Shrew
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Open Today 8:00AM - 9:00PM
Iron & Rose
At Iron & Rose, we sell wines that tell the story of the land where they were grown and the people who grew them. Wines that are shaped by the…
Shrewsbury Market Hall
Voted Britain's Favourite Market in 2018, 2023 & 2024! Beneath Shrewsbury's iconic clocktower is the town's award-winning indoor…
Highly Flammable Studios
Highly Flammable Studios is a new creative space in the heart of Shrewsbury. Opened by local videographer Aaron Child, of Painted Life Productions,…
Moreish Worldfood & Black Box Spices
Moreish Worldfood, a part of Black Box Spice Co, brings the vibrant flavours of global cuisine to Shrewsbury. Rooted in a passion for travel,…
Hibiscus
Hibiscus is an African Caribbean speciality grocery shop located on St John's Hill. Here you will find authentic ingredients and everything you need…
Open Today 11:00AM - 5:00PM
Caffe Nero
Caffe Nero is a chain of coffee houses, which specialises in creating high quality Italian coffee. It offers premium Italian coffee in a warm and…
Open Today 8:30AM - 4:00PM
Chocolicious
Quality handmade chocolates for adults and children. The product range includes indulgent gift boxes, delicious chocolate slabs and much more!
The Raven Bookshop
The Raven Bookshop is located in Shrewsbury Market Hall and sells a selection of pre-loved books covering a multitude of non-fiction subjects and…
so many things to do
Shrewsbury Summer of Wellbeing
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Shrewsbury Restaurant Week 2026
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Beginners Free Motion Embroidery Class
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Bring Your Own Project Sewing Club
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Albert Hates Karaoke
Albert Hates Karaoke but Shrewsbury LOVES IT. Join us for the most popular night in Shrewsbury on a Thursday.Every Thursday night.
Jam Night
Jam Night - every other Tuesday night in Shrewsbury at Albert's Shed.
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