About us

Work in Shrewsbury (WISH) is a project of Shrewsbury Business Improvement District (BID).

It's a movement to showcase the benefits of Shrewsbury as a place to work and do business, capitalising on the things that make our town great to grow inward investment and increase skill retention for our creative and vibrant town.

WHAT DOES WISH INVOLVE?

– Central to the campaign is our new website, which is the hub for a range of information, including case studies, job opportunities and engaging videos and images showing Shrewsbury at its best.

– Alongside that, we are installing eye-catching branding around Shrewsbury and further afield to raise awareness of the campaign, and we're hard at work on a prospectus to be shared with investors and businesses outside Shrewsbury to encourage them to invest in this area.

– Our WISH project aims to attract new investment but also nurture the talent we already have through a range of activities, including masterclass sessions when highly-respected experts will come to Shrewsbury to share their expertise with businesses.

– We are also excited about the creation of a core ‘cohort’ of people who will receive extra support and funding to develop their own business ideas - applications will open soon for those interested in taking up one of the 20 places available.

GET INVOLVED

If you are considering establishing a new venture, expanding your business or opening a new branch, please get in touch with the WISH team and we will point you in the right direction and provide support where possible.

If you're looking to relocate for a better work-life balance and exciting career opportunities in one of Britain's best places to live, explore the best of Shrewsbury via our Blog and discover stories from people who've already made the leap via our WISH Stories.

This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit UK Shared Prosperity Fund.