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The Square, High Street & Milk Street
The Square lies at the heart of Shrewsbury’s town centre, and is home to a jam-packed calendar of events and markets.
About The Square and surrounding areas
The Square is at the heart of Shrewsbury's town centre. Around its perimeter you can find an eclectic mix of independent and national eateries and retailers. From Italian and French cuisine to baby clothes and men’s shoes – you can find it all in the Square!
Surrounding the Square you can find a warren of historic streets, each filled with a myriad of independents and national favourites. High Street is one of Shrewsbury’s main shopping hubs, home to many of your favourite big names, and a host of independent retailers and eateries. Around the corner, Milk Street and Princess Street is a treasure trove of independent retailers and eateries.
Notable history
Did you know as early as 1291, there was a pool or bog in the Square called the Bishop’s Pool. According to tradition, this would be the ducking pool for ‘nagging wives’ and dishonest traders. The offender was tied to a chair called the cucking or ducking stool, exposed to public derision and then immersed in water. The husband had to foot the bill of one farthing for each immersion.
so many places to see
Old Market Hall
Built in 1596, Shrewsbury's iconic Old Market Hall was lovingly restored and re-opened as a contemporary cinema and cafe bar in 2004. The intimate…
Open Today 10:00AM - 9:00PM
Marshall & Marshall
Marshall & Marshall Ltd is a family-owned commercial and residential property investment company, established for over 40 years and based in…
Open Today 8:45AM - 5:15PM
St Winefride's RC Independent School
St Winefride's Roman Catholic Independent School was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1868. It caters for boys and girls aged 3 to 11, and has a…
Côte Brasserie
Côte Brasserie, located in the Square, is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, championing relaxed all-day dining and serving authentic French…
Open Today 9:00AM - 9:00PM
The Blue Lemon
Jorg and Jenny Muschner are The Blue Lemon and they have been making soaps and skincare in the Midlands for over 6 years. They have a fantastic shop…
Open Today 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Halifax
Halifax began as a building society in Halifax, West Yorkshire, and has now become one of the UK's leading high street banks. Our heritage has…
Open Today 9:00AM - 3:00PM
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 - 10:30PM
The Square
The beautiful 16th Century Square with the Old Market Hall at its centre is formed on three sides by gorgeous high-end boutiques and restaurants as…
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
Rizzo Hairdressing
Rizzo Hairdressing was established in 1993 and has two salons in Shrewsbury and Wellington. Rizzo offers an extensive range of hair and beauty…
Open Today 9:00AM - 5:00PM
so many things to do
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Screen printing taster day
Hopefully Made's screen printing taster day gives you the chance to explore the depths of screen printing, with a warming lunch sandwiched in the…
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