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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
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…
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…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Hopefully Made
Hopefully Made is an independent studio coffee shop, set up by Hope and Becky, Hopefully Made started out as a small screen printing business born…
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…
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 9:30AM - 5:30PM
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 9:30AM - 6:00PM
Clear
Hello, we're Clear: The award-winning creative digital agency. We create powerful brands, build digital experiences and solve marketing…
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…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
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…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Balfours LLP
Balfours represents the very best in property services for all its clients across the country in a friendly and professional manner. Balfours prides…
Open Today 9:00AM - 1:00PM
so many things to do
Mark Lockheart Shapeshifter Trio
NEW JAZZ START TIME - Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start£25/£12 U22Seated gigShapeshifter is a new a new trio featuring three very special creative…
Twinless (15)
Two young men, both searching for solace and an identity without their other halves, form an unlikely friendship through meeting at a twin support…
Return To Seoul
Korea, 2022, rated 15, 119 minsKorean, French, English, subtitledFreddie, a French woman adopted from South Korea, returns to Seoul to find her birth…
Beginners Patchwork & Quilting at Abakhan Shrewsbury
Let's Sew with Abakhan!Discover the timeless art of patchwork and quilting in our Beginner Patchwork & Quilting Class! This class is perfect for…
Exhibition On Screen: Turner & Constable
EXHIBITION ON SCREENCelebrating the 250th anniversary of their births, this unmissable new documentary explores Turner and Constable’s intertwined…
Comedy Night
Comedy Night is coming to The Cats Pyjamas.On Wednesday 25th March, we’re teaming up with Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival to turn CPJ into a…
Curious Club
Join our exciting after-school CURIOUS CLUB, designed for young people aged 10-14 who love exploring art and creativity! Each week, you'll dive into…
Mothers Pride (12A)
Set against the backdrop of a West Country pub, Mother's Pride tells the story of a failing pub, a divided community and a grieving family whose…
SM&AG Wildlife Photography Competition
Love nature? Enjoy talking photographs?Then you’ve come to the right place. Our photography competition is open to everyone and is FREE to…
Buzzy Beats Spring Term 2026
Fridays during term time @ The Hive ShrewsburySessions start promptly at 10:30am.Set your children off on a creative, music-filled journey in this…
so many offers
MOTHER'S DAY - 20% off Selected Ladieswear
Spoil Mum with 20% off selected ladieswear at Saltrock this March
Parking refund when you spend over £100
Carvell on the square are pleased to announce an offer for both new and existing customers to offset their car parking or Park and Ride fees!
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