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Bear Steps
Bursting with historic architecture and street names you want to say out loud.

About Bear Steps
Connecting Pride Hill, the High Street, Wyle Cop and St Mary’s, the Bear Steps area encompasses many of Shrewsbury's most historic streets, including Butcher Row, Fish Street and Grope Lane.
The area is home to many of Shrewsbury’s independent eateries and shops. Explore vintage fashion, stylish homeware, pick up the perfect gift and more. Quench your thirst at traditional pubs or quirky cocktail bars, and eat around the world with food hailing from all corners of the globe.

Notable history
Historically, the area was filled with traditional traders which gave the surrounding streets many of their names; Butcher Row, Fish Street, Grope Lane. Bear Steps itself is named for The Bear Inn Pub which sat on the corner of Fish Street and Grope Lane. Although local legend claims the area was historically home to one of Shrewsbury’s bear pits.
At the centre of Bear Steps sits two of Shrewsbury’s five churches; St Alkmund’s and St Julian’s. Founded in 902, St Alkmund’s Church stands at the highest point in town, read more about it here. St Julian’s tower dates from the 12th century, and the present nave was designed by Thomas Farnolls Pritchard who also designed the Iron Bridge at Telford.
so many places to see

Courtyard Collective
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La Coupe
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Open Today 10:00AM - 5:30PM

Philpotts
Philpotts is an award-winning sandwich retailer, situated in the beautiful 15th-century Abbotts House in Butcher Row. The business was founded in…
Open Today 8:30AM - 2:45PM
Déjà Vu
Déjà Vu, situated in the heart of Shrewsbury in the historic Butcher Row, is a Preloved Designer Boutique that specialises in quality, delicious…

Prince Rupert Hotel
Situated in the very heart of medieval Shrewsbury, the historic Grade II listed Prince Rupert Hotel is firmly established as one of the town's finest…

The Three Fishes
The Three Fishes is a CAMRA-approved pub with a cosy, friendly atmosphere, which provides a warm welcome to anybody. The timber building, dating…

The Enchanted Labyrinth
The Enchanted Labyrinth is your go-to for spells, crystals & gifts. Like the magic shop of your dreams, it contains a divination department,…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Vanitas Tattoo
Vanitas Tattoo is a friendly, professional tattoo studio based in the centre of Shrewsbury. Opening hours can be flexible on request - contact…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM

The Libertine Cocktail Bar
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Open Today 3:00PM - 11:30PM

Number Four
Number Four is a cafe and bistro in the heart of Shrewsbury. Found off the main shopping street of Pride Hill on the old cobbled Butcher Row. You…
Open Today 9:00AM - 8:00PM
so many things to do

Exhibition of Holy Icons
An exhibition of holy icons, featuring work by leading contemporary icon painters of Britain.It has been curated by Aidan Hart, one of the leading…

Lunchtime Concert at St Alkmund's
Enjoy a free lunchtime concert at St Alkmund's Church, Shrewsbury on Tuesdays at 1pm.

Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,500 organisations, 5,000 events and 40,000…
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St Vincent Happy Hour
Happy Hour £4 drinks - Tuesday - Friday from 4pm-7pm Select in-house beverages at £4 Cocktails 2 for £12 (same cocktail) Select in-house cocktails…

St Vincent Small Plates Offer
3X Small Plates £15 - Tuesday-Thursday 12-9pm Offer valid for select small plates only.