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- Mardol, Roushill & Smithfield Road
Mardol, Roushill & Smithfield Road
Home to an exciting mix of independent businesses and some of your favourite high street names.
About Mardol and the surrounding areas
Stretching from Shrewsbury’s Pride Hill and Shoplatch down to the River Severn, Mardol and its surrounding streets are home to an exciting mix of independent businesses and some of your favourite high street names. Travelling along the River Severn, Smithfield Road connects the West End to the Castle Quarter. Scattered along the way, you can find a number of Shrewsbury’s bars and pubs. Mardol hosts an exciting mix of nationals and independents, it’s not to be missed if you’re a fan of pre-loved shopping and out-of-the-ordinary eateries. Roushill is home to an exciting mix of independent retailers, eateries and health and beauty specialists. Two pieces of contemporary artwork decorate the area. 'Darwin’s Gate' stands at Mardol Head, and 'The Quantum Leap' on nearby Smithfield Road.
Notable history
Mardol is one of Shrewsbury’s oldest streets, and in Saxon times was home to tradesmen who gained access to the river via long curving gardens. Some of which are still visible in the outlines either side of King’s Head Passage. By the 15th century, Mardol was home to wealthy merchants living in luxury timber-framed buildings, many of which survive to this day. By the 17th century, the area had become Shrewsbury’s red-light district, providing drinking and entertainment for the river boatmen and their crews. And if you’re passing by – make sure to say hello to the Mardol Dragon hanging on the corner of Roushill and Mardol.
so many places to see
The Walrus
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Open Today 12:15PM - 10:00PM
The Shrewsbury Hotel
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Open Today 8:00AM - 1:00AM
Marie Curie
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Open Today 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Number 61
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Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Shrewsbury BBQ & Grill
Brand new to Shrewsbury! Shrewsbury BBQ & Grill offers some delicious BBQ food on the grill such as chicken, lamb, beef burgers, chicken burgers,…
Open Today 3:00PM - 3:00AM
Ellerker Opticians
Based in the heart of historic Shrewsbury, Ellerker Opticians has been providing friendly and professional eye care for over 20 years. Under new…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
The Kitchen Depot
The Kitchen Depot Shrewsbury has recently moved into a fantastic new showroom for our customers to browse our stylish kitchen displays and bring…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Crane Quality Counselling Shop
At the Crane Quality Counselling charity shop you can find pre-loved furniture, soft furnishings, bric a brac and electrical goods. All proceeds…
Open Today 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Wellmeadow Limited
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The King's Head
The Kings Head is one of the oldest and best-known pubs in the county town, located on Mardol, close to the River Severn and surrounded by shops and…
Open Today 11:00AM - 12:00AM
so many things to do
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Heritage Open Days
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