Shrewsbury

Visitor Attractions

The town has over 600 listed buildings including the Castle and the Abbey.

Relax in beautiful Quarry Park or take a boat trip on the River Severn. You will also find a huge variety of things to see and do in the surrounding countryside.

Events

Each year a number of major festivals and special events are held, including the world famous Shrewsbury Flower Show.

The Quarry

June sees one of the country's top agricutural shows - the West Mid Show.

The annual Arts Festival Shrewsbury Summer Season offers a series of music, visual arts and theatre events running from June through until August.

August bank holiday sees the Shrewsbury Folk Festival, on of the Uk's top folk events.

The town also honours our most famous "son" by organising an annual Darwin Festival in February.

Shrewsbury

Shopping

The historic centre is a shopper's heaven packed with designer shops, smart new malls and an amazing range of independent retailers. And of course all the bars, cafes, restaurants and you could ever wish for.

Accommodation

We offer great hotels, bed and breakfast, self catering cottages, camping and camping sites - you will find huge selection both in the town and the surrounding area to cater for all tastes and budgets.

For more Shrewsbury information visit our local web site at www.shrewsburyguide.info

Guided Tours of Shrewsbury

Specialist tours of the area can be arranged by the Guild of Shropshire Tour Guides via their web site at www.shropshiretourguides.co.uk