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a Historic Market Town in the county of Shropshire
About Shrewsbury
This most ancient county town developed amid a steep hill set within a loop of the River Severn. Shrewsbury is a wonderfully atmospheric town which beguiles the visitor with sights of bygone centuries and much a great charm is to be found in its narrow streets and medieval buildings.St.Mary's church, one of the towns oldest buildings was built around 1200. A castle was built in Shrewsbury by the Normans, though the oldest parts of the present castle date from the 13th century. This castle was restored by Telford some 200 years ago. The towns Bear Steps cottages are well worth a visit as they date from the 14th century.
Famous sons of Shrewsbury include Charles Darwin who was born here in 1809. Then there is Robert Clive who was once Mayor of Shrewsbury. The home of Robert Clive, Clive House contains a good collection of China, Militaria, Costumes and Furniture, this house is open to the public and is well worth seeing.
Although you will doubtless enjoy seeking out Shrewsbury's historic past it is also very much a town of the present with branches of all the major high street stores. There are plenty of local inns, good quality wine merchants along with many quaint antique shops, so you shopping can be varied and enjoyable. There are museums and galleries infact, Shrewsbury is a town that has something for everyone.
Brightest summer attraction - The Shrewsbury Flower Show.
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12A College Hill by Sleep Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England (0.1 miles, 0.2 km)
12A College Hill is located in Shrewsbury. Free WiFi access is available in this holiday home....
More info and book online.. Price from £432.00
Flat 1 St Annes
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England (0.1 miles, 0.2 km)
A 4-minute walk from Shrewsbury Cathedral, Flat 1 St Annes provides contemporary self-catering accommodation in the centre of the city....
More info and book online.. Price from £108.00
The Shrewsbury Hotel
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England (0.3 miles, 0.4 km)
Situated 200 metres from Shrewsbury Town Council in Shrewsbury, The Shrewsbury Hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Every room includes a flat-screen TV. Each room includes a private bath...
More info and book online.. Price from £39.00
Station Hotel
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England (0.3 miles, 0.6 km)
Situated directly opposite Shrewsbury rail station, the Station Hotel overlooks the red sandstone of Shrewsbury Castle and benefits from a location in the town centre. A wide variety of high street sh...
More info and book online.. Price from £49.00
Anton Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England (0.7 miles, 1.1 km)
This former Victorian Gentleman's residence is located 10 minutes’ walk from Shrewsbury town centre. Anton Guest House Bed and Breakfast offers elegant rooms, an award-winning breakfast and free WiF...
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The Old Bell
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England (0.7 miles, 1.2 km)
The Old Bell is set in the centre of Shrewsbury, 1.2 miles from the town’s railway station. Dating from 1780, this pub and hotel features a restaurant and contemporary rooms....
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Ludwick Apartment
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Ludwick Apartment offers pet-friendly accommodation in Shrewsbury. The property is 200 metres from Shropshire Council and free private parking is featured. Free WiFi is available throughout the proper...
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Nearby travel help
| Shrewsbury Station | (0.7 miles, 1.1 km) |
| Yorton Station | (6.9 miles, 11.1 km, direction N) |
| M54 Junction 7 | (8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction E) |
| M54 Junction 6 | (11.0 miles, 17.8 km, direction E) |
| Liverpool John Lennon Airport | (43.5 miles, 69.9 km, direction N) |
| Birmingham International Airport | (46.2 miles, 74.4 km, direction E) |
| Shrewsbury to London | (139.1 miles, 223.9 km, direction SE) |
Random England fact:
The historic Bull Ring Centre in Birmingham has been the site of a market for more than 800 years.
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