SY1 SHREWSBURY: ONE OF THE 10 COOLEST POSTCODES TO MOVE TO
Sunday Times Style Magazine named Shrewsbury one of its '10 coolest postcodes to move to' – "a half-timbered beauty awash with independents." We couldn't agree more!
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Coleham
Coleham is a haven of independent businesses offering ethical groceries and riverside dining, everyday conveniences and more.
Wider Shrewsbury Area
Beyond the limits of Shrewsbury town you'll find plenty of innovative and exciting businesses doing great things in unusual settings - from Tudor mills to modern offices.
Abbey Foregate
Abbey Foregate has been nestled on the banks of the Severn since Saxon times. Now it's a bustling suburb, home to independent restaurants, clubs, a minature nature reserve and much more.
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Wace Morgan
Wace Morgan is a large and long-established provider of legal services to the people of Shropshire, Mid Wales and, indeed, nationwide. Wace Morgan's…
Open Today 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Soden Collection
The Soden Collection is an eclectic mix of Contemporary, Modern British art and contemporary sculpture located in the heart of the Town, on the…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
The Hive
The Hive is an arts and entertainment venue, as well as a charity working with vulnerable and disadvantaged young people. Offering a varied…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Balfours LLP
Balfours represents the very best in property services for all its clients across the country in a friendly and professional manner. Balfours prides…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Shrewsbury Optometry
Shrewsbury Optometry is a family-run business with a long history of delivering high-quality eye care. The practice in Dogpole is run by the husband…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tanners Wines
Named 'Best National Wine Shops' in 2018, Tanners Wines is an award-winning, family-run, independent wine merchant based in Shrewsbury. Established…
Open Today 9:00AM - 6:00PM
The Walrus
We are a young team dedicated to serving the highest possible standard of food in a relaxed and comfortable environment. We aim to ensure you an…
Open Today 6:00PM - 10:00PM
House of Grain
House of Grain is an independent bar open every day from 11am to midnight. You can find us at the bottom of Wyle Cop, where we'll provide you with a…
Open Today 11:00AM - 12:00AM
Coffee Shop Nomads
Work from independent coffee shops and support local business. Coffee Shop Nomads allows you to book and officially work from independent coffee…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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
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