Leisure & Tourism in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury showcases a fantastic selection of landmarks and attractions including Shrewsbury Castle, a red sandstone castle fortification founded in 1074. Housed inside the walls is the Museum of the Shropshire Regiments, which is dedicated to the King's Shropshire Light Infantry.

Shrewsbury Abbey, a former Benedictine monastery, was founded in 1083 by the Norman Earl of Shrewsbury, Roger de Montgomery. The Abbey has been welcoming pilgrims since the eleventh century and sits proudly just outside the loop of the River Severn. It is still a place of worship today and well worth a visit.
Also check out the Quantum Leap sculpture on the riverbank opposite the Theatre Severn, which was created to mark Darwin's 200th birthday.

Join in the fun at the Shrewsbury Showground for the annual Folk Festival or perhaps head along to the Quarry for the Food Festival. Jump on board the Sabrina boat for a tour of the Severn and take in the scenic beauty and history of Shrewsbury as you meander down the river.

In the Quarry, Shrewsbury also hosts one of the oldest and largest horticultural events in the country, Shrewsbury Flower Show. This fantastic event draws visitors from across the country, having won various awards since the turn of the 21st century, including Britain in Bloom in 2006. This renowned event culminates in one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in the country.