When you visit the Shrewsbury, shopping should be on your list of top things to do. Did you know Shrewsbury's independent retailers outnumber big chains by almost half?
Shrewsbury is a great place for holiday shopping and has many hundreds of independently owned stores and high-street chains selling a vast range of goods. There are endless boutiques and quirky independents, all tucked away in 'shuts and passages' (those crooked medieval alleyways that criss-cross the town centre).
Within its loop are distinctive churches, Shrewsbury Castle, beautiful timber-framed houses and a sweeping riverside parkland known as the Quarry or Quarry Park. The town rises from the river and will entice you in with intriguingly named streets such as Wyle Cop, Pride Hill and Dogpole.
Shrewsbury Town is the most dangerous neighbourhood in Shrewsbury, followed by Shrewsbury Harlescott Grange in second place, and Shrewsbury Harlescott & Sundorne as the third most dangerous area.
She said: "It's small but there is a lot going on, it's a really nice and friendly place to be. Shrewsbury has a nice atmosphere and the houses are much more affordable than in cities." Helen McPhail, 83, moved to Shrewsbury from London in the late 1960's and hasn't looked back yet.
Kingsland Road in Shrewsbury was declared the wealthiest street in Shropshire, with an average property estimated to be worth £1,181,000 – more than four times the £286,000 national average house price.
From traditional British pubs serving hearty meals to international cuisines and fine dining experiences, there's no shortage of gastronomic delights to satisfy your palate. Don't miss the chance to try the famous Shrewsbury biscuits, a local delicacy that's been enjoyed for centuries.
What is the difference between a retail park and a shopping Centre?
Cushman & Wakefield define a retail park as any shopping centre with mostly retail warehouse units, of a size 5,000 square metres (54,000 sq ft) or larger. Retail parks have a number of retailers in a single location, but as opposed to an indoor centre, there is no roof, and they are therefore not weatherproof.
When you visit the Shrewsbury, shopping should be on your list of top things to do. Did you know Shrewsbury's independent retailers outnumber big chains by almost half? There are endless boutiques and quirky independents, all tucked away in 'shuts and passages'.
Surrounding the Square you can find a warren of historic streets, each filled with a myriad of independents and national favourites. High Street is one of Shrewsbury's main shopping hubs, home to many of your favourite big names, and a host of independent retailers and eateries.
Located alongside beau ful countryside with the nearby Welsh borders to the west , and to the east the larger town of Telford and the West Midlands conurba on beyond, Shrewsbury is now the county town of Shropshire and the largest town in the county.
Shrewsbury (/ˈʃroʊzbəri/ SHROHZ-bər-ee, also /ˈʃruːz-/ SHROOZ-) is a market town, civil parish and the county town of Shropshire, England, on the River Severn, 150 miles (240 km) north-west of London.
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.
According to The Times, that accolade now falls to the north Shropshire village of Hodnet, about six miles south west of Market Drayton. This places it above illustrious locations such as Braemar in the Scottish Highlands, Burnham Market in Norfolk, and the medieval riverside village of Castle Combe in Wiltshire.
Nestled amongst the rolling Shropshire Hills and just a few miles from the Welsh border, the laidback little town of Shrewsbury is a totally gorgeous place to visit. It's the kind of place that's perfect for a day trip or weekend break, especially with all the best things to do in Shrewsbury dotted all across the town.
The largest settlement is Telford, and Shrewsbury is the county town. The county has an area of 3,487 square kilometres (1,346 sq mi) and a population of 498,073. Telford (155,570), in the east of the county, and Shrewsbury (76,782), in the centre, are the only large towns.
