- Town Areas
- The Square, High Street & Milk Street
The Square, High Street & Milk Street
The Square lies at the heart of Shrewsbury’s town centre, and is home to a jam-packed calendar of events and markets.
About The Square and surrounding areas
The Square is at the heart of Shrewsbury's town centre. Around its perimeter you can find an eclectic mix of independent and national eateries and retailers. From Italian and French cuisine to baby clothes and men’s shoes – you can find it all in the Square!
Surrounding the Square you can find a warren of historic streets, each filled with a myriad of independents and national favourites. High Street is one of Shrewsbury’s main shopping hubs, home to many of your favourite big names, and a host of independent retailers and eateries. Around the corner, Milk Street and Princess Street is a treasure trove of independent retailers and eateries.
Notable history
Did you know as early as 1291, there was a pool or bog in the Square called the Bishop’s Pool. According to tradition, this would be the ducking pool for ‘nagging wives’ and dishonest traders. The offender was tied to a chair called the cucking or ducking stool, exposed to public derision and then immersed in water. The husband had to foot the bill of one farthing for each immersion.
so many places to see
Seasalt
Established in 1981, coastal lifestyle brand Seasalt Cornwall produces high-quality women's fashion, accessories and homeware that is not only useful…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
The Beefy Boys
The Beefy Boys was founded in 2011 in Hereford by four backyard amateur cooks sharing a passion for local produce and dirty American-style burgers…
Open Today 12:00PM - 8:00PM
The Blue Lemon
Jenny & Jorgie are The Blue Lemon. They’ve been on Shrewsbury’s High Street for over a decade, with every product hand crafted in small batches…
THE CURIOUS
We help create, build and launch brands into the loving arms of consumers everywhere. Any brand can look good; we give brands a heart as well as a…
Templeton Jones
Templeton Jones classic and contemporary country clothes offer technical and fashionable men's and women's clothing suitable for town or country. At…
CSons
Welcome to CSONS, a friendly cafe-restaurant in the heart of Shrewsbury serving breakfast, coffee, lunch, tea, cakes and dinner.We are four Crouch…
Open Today 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Get Your Wigle On
Get Your Wigle On is one of the UK’s leading musical theatre companies, proudly based in the heart of Shrewsbury. With a reputation for producing…
Pieces for Places
Pieces for Places is a furniture and homeware store located in Shrewsbury's historic town square. Based in a restored Victorian Temperance Hall, we…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery (SM&AG) sits proudly in the town square and is the county’s flagship museum and art gallery.Visitors will…
The Hive
The Hive is an arts and entertainment venue, as well as a charity working with vulnerable and disadvantaged young people. Offering a varied…
so many things to do
Brief Encounter
UK, 1945, rated A, 86 minsThis poignant British romantic drama explores the emotional turmoil of forbidden love. It follows Laura Jesson, a…
Mini Mammoths
Mini Mammoths runs every Thursday during term timeThis is a very popular, whole-museum experience for children aged 1-5 to discover, play, connect…
Made in Shropshire: Artisan Fair
Every 2nd Saturday of the month the Made in Shropshire Artisan Fairs are carefully curated to ensure the best selection and variety of Shropshire…
'A Christmas Carol' Tours
SAT 6th, SUN 7th & SAT 13th, SUN 14th December 2025Join our expert guides for a tour around the historic town of Shrewsbury as we re-visit some…
Carols in the Square
Join a magical evening of "Carols in the Square" on the 17 December from 5.30pm. Singalong to festive favourites and help spread Yuletide cheer with…
Shropshire Youth Theatre
Shropshire’s only youth theatre group focusing on drama. Opportunities for students to work in acting, costume, music, stage management, design and…
The Mere Singers
Term time Mondays - 7.30-9.00We are a friendly, open-access community choir run by local musician and Hive artist Mary Keith and welcome all voices.…
The Apartment
America, 1960, PG, 125 minsEnglishA 1960 American romantic comedy-drama film directed and produced by Billy Wilder from a screenplay he co-wrote with…
Jewellery Workshop
On this course you will make three bespoke sterling silver stacking rings. Learn to use different tools and have a go at soldering! All equipment is…
Tea & Biscuits Presents: Ho-Ho-HO!
'twas the lead up to ChristmasAnd all through the HiveWas talk of Tea & BiscuitsAnd when they would arrive... Fear not gentle reader,there's no…