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- 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
Fat Face
It all began in 1988, two friends desperately trying to avoid working for a living and enjoying all that the French Alps had to offer. Life was too…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Halifax
Halifax began as a building society in Halifax, West Yorkshire, and has now become one of the UK's leading high street banks. Our heritage has…
Open Today 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Ask Italian
Everything at ASK Italian is inspired by Italy - from the authentic Italian food to the easy going atmosphere, warm service and fresh…
Open Today 11:30AM - 9:30PM
Jojo Maman Bebe
Launched in 1993, JoJo Maman Bébé offers competitively priced, fashionable maternity wear, adorable but practical baby and children's clothing and a…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Martin Hayes Eyecare
At Martin Haynes Eyecare we really care about you and your eyesight, which is why we are considered one of the leading Opticians in…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
C W Sellors
Established in 1979, C W Sellors Jewellers is a leading UK fine jewellery and luxury watch specialist. This family run independent jewellery retailer…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Starbucks Coffee
Starbucks is the world's premier roaster and retailer of speciality coffee. Starbucks was established in 1971, as a roaster and retailer of whole…
Open Today 6:30AM - 7:30PM
Shrewsbury High School
Shrewsbury High School has been educating girls in the heart of Shrewsbury since 1885, our school is literally built into the historic Town Walls.…
Open Today 8:00AM - 5:30PM
Jigsaw
Jigsaw is a contemporary British fashion brand founded in 1972, creating beautiful and timeless clothes and accessories for women, men and children.…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:30PM
Old Post Office
The Old Post Office on Milk Street is a traditional family pub & hotel, serving an excellent menu throughout the day. There are six beautifully…
Open Today 11:00AM - 11:00PM
so many things to do
Wicked Little Letters (15)
When people in Littlehampton – including conservative local Edith – start receiving scandalous and obscene letters, suspicion falls on fiery Rose,…
Audrey Carmes + Roberto Biffarini
Event 4 .0 of Series 2.0 at the Unitarian. Audrey is a composer from Paris. She blends delicate vocals and spoken word with bass guitar and synths.
Copa 71 (PG)
Rachel Ramsay, James Erskine (2023) | 1h 30mElvira Aracen, Brandi Chastain, Birte Kjems This inspiring documentary about the 1971 Women's Football…
Dune: Part Two (12A)
Denis Villeneuve (2024) | 2h 47mTimothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge…
Tori and Lokita
Belgium 2022, subtitled, 88 mins, cert 15 The Dardenne brothers, directors of Two Days, One Night and The Promise, return with another blistering…
Perfect Days (PG)
Wim Wenders (2023) | 2h 5m Kôji Yakusho, Yumi Asô, Tokio Emoto Japanese with English subtitles Hirayama is content with his life as a toilet cleaner…
Exhibition On Screen: John Singer Sargent: Fashion & Swagger
David Bickerstaff (2024) | 1h 30mFilmed at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Tate Britain, London, the exhibition reveals Sargent's power to…
Swan Lake (ROH Live)
ON SCREEN AT THE OLD MARKET HALL from The Royal BalletOut hunting, Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans. One among them transforms into…
The Tale of Peter Rabbit – Story Time Trail
Immerse yourself in the world of Peter Rabbit in our new Story Time Trail exhibition. 'Little bunnies' will be able to crawl under the garden gate,…
John Doyle in Concert with support from Chris Quinn
Join John Doyle for an evening of internationally acclaimed folk guitar with support from Chris Quinn. "Doyle on guitar has risen to a level occupied…
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