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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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.
Coleham
Coleham is a haven of independent businesses offering ethical groceries and riverside dining, everyday conveniences and more.
Frankwell
One of the town’s oldest suburbs, Frankwell is home to a number of high-quality leisure and dining businesses, historic pubs, and also houses several of the town's office spaces.
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The Darwin Centre
The Darwin Centre is located in the centre of Shrewsbury's shopping district, offering a great mix of popular fashion stores, household favourites…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Shrewsbury Colleges Group - English Bridge Campus
Shrewsbury Colleges Group has highly successful A-Level campuses known as 'Welsh Bridge Campus' and 'English Bridge Campus' as well as offering…
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
The Armoury
The Armoury is a traditional pub restaurant in a delightful riverside location, next to the Welsh Bridge and just a short walk from many of the…
Open Today 10:00AM - 11:00PM
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
Callaghan Fine Paintings
Callaghan Fine Paintings and Contemporary Bronze is a family-owned art gallery and fine art dealers located on St Marys Street. The gallery…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Hopefully Made
Hopefully Made is an independent studio coffee shop, set up by Hope and Becky, Hopefully Made started out as a small screen printing business born…
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 5:00PM - 11:30PM
Ottolive Bakehouse
Established in 2016, Ottolive Bakehouse is an artisan bakery specialising in baking the best Sourdough and Viennoiserie pastries. Each item is hand…
Open Today 8:30AM - 3:30PM
Giggling Squid
Giggling Squid's quirky restaurants are as much a feast for the eyes as well as the tastebuds, with bold and vibrant interiors, full of florals and…
Open Today 12:00PM - 10:00PM
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