Locations
Explore Shrewsbury's 12 quarters, each with its own distinct personality, from Wyle Cop's bustling independents to the West End's Nightlife and everything in between.
Abbey Foregate
Abbey Foregate has been nestled on the banks of the Severn since Saxon times. Now it's a bustling suburb, home to independent restaurants, clubs, a minature nature reserve and much more.
Bear Steps
Bursting with historic architecture and street names you want to say out loud.
Castle Quarter
A bustling district sitting within the shadow of Shrewsbury's historic Castle.
Coleham
Coleham is a haven of independent businesses offering ethical groceries and riverside dining, everyday conveniences and more.
Frankwell
One of the town’s oldest suburbs, Frankwell is home to a number of high-quality leisure and dining businesses, historic pubs, and also houses several of the town's office spaces.
Mardol, Roushill & Smithfield Road
Home to an exciting mix of independent businesses and some of your favourite high street names.
Pride Hill & The Darwin Centre
From big nationals to small independents, Pride Hill is the epicentre of Shrewsbury’s retail experience.
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.
St Mary's & Dogpole
St Mary's and Dogpole is home to a thriving scene of independents,
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.
West End
Encompassing Victoria Quay, Barker Street, Hills Lane and Claremont, Shrewsbury’s West End is a smorgasbord of exciting businesses and nightlife venues.
Wyle Cop
Wyle Cop is reputed to be the longest row of uninterrupted independent businesses in the UK.
More about our history
Shrewsbury has been scooped in the River Severn for over 1,000 years. Although the face of the town has changed, the ancient streets and architecture mix seamlessly with the new.
Shrewsbury's story is on the map for many reasons, discover the origins, defining landmarks and the better-than-fiction facts that make Shrewsbury original with our historic timeline.
Planning for our future
Local organisations, businesses and residents are working together to help Shrewsbury evolve and develop for the good of everyone with the Big Town Plan.
It’s ambitious and bold, reshaping the physical public realm and matching it with an outstanding public experience. Together we will revolutionise movement around our town and attract vital investment. Discover more.
Inspirational features
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