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Castle Quarter
A bustling district sitting within the shadow of Shrewsbury's historic Castle.
About the Castle Quarter
Castle Gates is an avenue of independent businesses, including health and beauty specialists, grocers, eateries and more.
Named for Shrewsbury’s magnificent red sandstone castle, the Castle Quarter is a hive of activity stretching from Castle Foregate to St Mary’s and the top of Pride Hill.
Notable history
The Castle Quarter is home to four of Shrewsbury’s largest historic buildings: Shrewsbury Castle, first built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, Shrewsbury Library, original home of Shrewsbury School from 1550-1882, Shrewsbury Prison, a decommissioned Victorian prison, and Shrewsbury train station, built in the mid 19th century in mock Tudor style.
so many places to see
Dough & Oil
Sometimes oil you need is a good idea, some ambition and a few dodgy puns. After making his mark in Shrewsbury's Market Hall, chef Aaron Brown…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:00PM
Glouglou Wine Bar & Shop
Glouglou is a place where you can stop for a quick glass of great wine and a snack and pick up a bottle for dinner at home, or spend a few hours…
Open Today 4:00PM - 11:00PM
Marks And Spencer
Founded in 1884, M&S has grown from a single market stall to an international, multi-channel retailer. M&S sell stylish, high quality, great…
Open Today 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Oil
The local bar with good people, live music and an easy-going vibe; across three distinct spaces. Where craft beer, cocktails and creativity collide,…
Open Today 4:00PM - 11:00PM
Tap and Can
Indie Craft Beer Bar in the heart of Shrewsbury with 14 rotating beer lines, 100+ cans & good times!
The Shrewsbury Coffeehouse
The Shrewsbury Coffeehouse is Shrewsbury's original independent Coffeehouse. Opening back in 2011 it's always been somewhere to go for speciality…
Open Today 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Dutch Living
A high-end homeware and interiors store on Castle Street. Specialising in handmade bespoke tables made from reclaimed oak, and much ore, here you can…
Shrewsbury Prison
The current prison buildings are Victorian, built in 1868 but there has been a prison on that site since 1793. The prison was decommissioned by the…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Cashbrokers
Cashbrokers is a friendly, family-run business that provides a range of money services to customers, from modern pawnbroking to a foreign currency…
Open Today 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Aura Hairdressing
Welcome to Aura Organic hairdressing. We believe your hair is an asset, a way to express your personal style. We believe we have found a better way…
Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
so many things to do
Wine & Shine Quiz
Join Glouglou for its October quiz night. Rounds will have a spooky twist for Halloween & the price includes a wine tasting. We also have our…
MJ The Legacy starring CJ
Starring CJ, one of the world's greatest Michael Jackson tributeartists with his incredible live band and dancers. The look, the voice,the moves and…
Beyond Grief: Finding Creative Expression with Bethany Rivers
Six-week course led by poet and focusing practitioner Bethany Rivers, for those who have had a bereavement - freeing themselves for creative…
Essentially Cher starring Trisha McCluney
Since her explosive debut in 2019, Trisha’s whirlwind journey across the globe from performing all over Europe and even as far as the USA, is a…
Eternity Road Live!
Eternity Road is a rock band from Shropshire fronted by their very own Queen of Darkness, Liz Law! Initially formed as a duo by Liz and Julian Lloyd…
Big Fish Little Fish Halloween Family Rave
Following their previous SOLD OUT events here at The Buttermarket – the original family rave is back at The Buttermarket for a halloween family…
The Big Country Music Fest
Join The Buttermarket team as they host the Big Country Music Fest! This event is an incredible country experience like no other, throw on those…
Reload Under 16s – HALLOWEEN SPECIAL
SHREWSBURY RELOAD UNDER 16s ARE BACK! The Biggest U16 event is back in Shrewsbury this October with a huge Halloween Special! Special…
Supper Club: Risotto Night
Halloween is coming up, which means spooky dishes and funky wines - but also some wholesome comfort food. Glou Glou's our supper club on the 29th of…
Special Story Time - The Land of Snow with Wendy Grierson
Come and join Shrewsbury author Wendy Grierson for a special story time. She will read her new children's book The Land of Snow, the colourful…
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