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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
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
Tap and Can
Indie Craft Beer Bar in the heart of Shrewsbury with 14 rotating beer lines, 100+ cans & good times!
Open Today 5:00PM - 11:00PM
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…
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
Shrewsbury Prison
Awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, 9 years running! Shrewsbury Prison is officially in the TOP 10% of things to do WORLDWIDEThe…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
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
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
Oath Coffee
Oath Coffee is a speciality coffee shop located on Castle Street owned by Denish and San. Barista Denish is passionate about coffee and has worked in…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The Tumbledown Hotel
The Tumbledown Hotel / Albion Bar is in the heart of Shrewsbury's Castle Quarter. The original historic building began life as the 'Albion Inn', and…
so many things to do
Yoga at the Castle
Join us for a majestic morning of grounding yoga, seasonal Ayurvedic wisdom, and a gorgeous sound bath amongst the grand and historic castle…
The Nickelback Experience
Get ready for a full-throttle night of anthems, attitude, and Alberta-born rock as The UK’s No.1 Nickelback tribute storms the stage at The…
Floral glass suncatcher painting
Join us for a vibrant, hands-on workshop where you’ll create your own beautiful floral glass suncatcher — the perfect way to brighten up your home…
Bongo's Bingo
A classic game of Bingo but not really! It’s been reinvented with added mayhem, dance anthems and class prizes.A wildly diverse demographic flock to…
Ryan Evans
Ryan’s back again with an acoustic set stacked with Country classics and buttery vocals. Always a messy one when the cowboy's in town.
Living History Days
Experience 200 Years of Crime & PunishmentStep back in time at our Living History Days as we bring history to life with immersive…
Off The Shelf! – Church Warden’s Accounts
Join Local Historian John Pryce-Jones as he looks at the Church Warden’s Account books for St Oswald’s, in Oswestry, for evidence of the impact of…
PRINT NOW exhibition
Exhibition and print sale by artists from across the West Midlands and Wales as well as nationally recognised names. All work available for sale…
The Jam’d
Widely regarded now as the UK’s most authentic and leading tribute to The Jam, The Jam’d are totally committed to giving an unforgettable, authentic…
Amplify Hope starring The Thieves live in The Cellars
Get ready for Amplify Hope, a thrilling showcase of the best up-and-coming local musicians alongside popular headlining rock and roll act: The…
so many offers
Summer Getaway Beauty Package – Just £99 (Normally £139!)
Whether you're jetting off on holiday or just craving a well-deserved pamper, our exclusive Summer Getaway Offer is the perfect treat.✨…
Over the Hump at Oil
Get 20% off Shrewsbury Prison tours with your train ticket
Get 20% off Self-Guided & Guided Tours at Shrewsbury Prison with a Transport for Wales line train ticket! Just present your valid train ticket…
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