Jane's Guidebook
Local Eateries within 2 miles
Lea Cross Tandoori
A488About 1.5miles away, fantastic Indian restaurant, also do take aways
The Nags Head
2 Main RoadThis is our local, just 2 miles away, great pub food
Zenna
Main RoadFantastic Chinese, eat in or take out.
The Village Fish Bar
The Yockleton Arms
lovely food and service.
Neighbourhoods
Pontesbury is our local village,just over a mile down the lane, great artisan butcher's (Hignetts) also local co op for those essentials
Pontesbury
Pontesbury is our local village,just over a mile down the lane, great artisan butcher's (Hignetts) also local co op for those essentials
Sightseeing
The birthplace of Darwin, beautiful historical down, The Quarry which is the local park set alongside the river Severn
244 locals recommend
Shrewsbury
The birthplace of Darwin, beautiful historical down, The Quarry which is the local park set alongside the river Severn
Earl's Hill Nature Reserve
Bogey LaneOur closest nature reserve
Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd
Beautiful walks and views of Shropshire
Keep an eye out for local events held here. Food festivals, Shrewsbury flower show, concerts...beautiful gardens in the Dingle, lovely river walk, park,cafés and restaurants along the river Severn
42 locals recommend
The Quarry
Keep an eye out for local events held here. Food festivals, Shrewsbury flower show, concerts...beautiful gardens in the Dingle, lovely river walk, park,cafés and restaurants along the river Severn
Definitely worth booking especially if the weather is good, they run daily trips up and down the River Severn in Shrewsbury. They also run events during throughout the summer months which you will find on their website.
27 locals recommend
Sabrina Boat
Welsh BridgeDefinitely worth booking especially if the weather is good, they run daily trips up and down the River Severn in Shrewsbury. They also run events during throughout the summer months which you will find on their website.
Shrewsbury Library
Castle GatesShrewsbury Castle
Castle StreetShrewsbury Prison, now open for prison tours, escape rooms, paranormal events visit their website for up and coming events
30 locals recommend
Shrewsbury Prison
The DanaShrewsbury Prison, now open for prison tours, escape rooms, paranormal events visit their website for up and coming events
National Trust's Attingham Park
Hawkstone Park Follies
This was recently recommended to me, I will have to check it for myself as its just across the Welsh border not too far away
167 locals recommend
National Trust - Powis Castle and Garden
This was recently recommended to me, I will have to check it for myself as its just across the Welsh border not too far away
The Ironbridge Gorge Museum
Coach RoadBuilt by Thomas Telford the first bridge built from iron during the industrial revolution
131 locals recommend
Ironbridge
Built by Thomas Telford the first bridge built from iron during the industrial revolution
Pistyll Rhaeadr
Beautiful waterfall, great walks, parking and cafe.
Hire a Canoe.com
Montford BridgeHire a Canoe Montford Bridge
something a little different, great cafe and you can also book an afternoon tea which is delicious 😋
45 locals recommend
British Ironwork Centre
Aston Waysomething a little different, great cafe and you can also book an afternoon tea which is delicious 😋
Food Scene
Shrewsbury
Lovely independent cafés, bars and restaurants,
The Armoury
Victoria AvenueSet overlooking the river Severn, they also allow dogs,
Hickory's Smokehouse
Victoria QuayThe Olive Tree
85 FrankwellLovely courtyard at the back, great Spanish tapas
Henry Tudor House
Wyle CopLa Piazzetta
14 The SquareA great little Italian restaurant in the square, Shrewsbury
Gets very busy when the sun comes out, great place for people watching. Beautiful views set alongside the river Severn Dogs welcome outside
32 locals recommend
The Boathouse
New StreetGets very busy when the sun comes out, great place for people watching. Beautiful views set alongside the river Severn Dogs welcome outside
The Loopy Shrew
15/17 BellstoneFor those special occasions or for those who just love good food
14 locals recommend
Lion and Pheasant
49-50 Wyle CopFor those special occasions or for those who just love good food
Great little wine bar with covered courtyard same owners as the lion and pheasant next door
Ernest & Co
52 Wyle CopGreat little wine bar with covered courtyard same owners as the lion and pheasant next door
The Libertine Cocktail Bar Tea Rooms
16-17 Butcher RowAmazing cocktails
recently refurbished, beautiful setting. Dogs very welcome. Patio heaters outside for Al fresco dining.
The Riverside Inn
recently refurbished, beautiful setting. Dogs very welcome. Patio heaters outside for Al fresco dining.
The Walrus Restaurant
2 Roushillperfect for food lovers, definitely need to book in advance
Coleham Tap
Large terrace overlooking the river, dog friendly, great pub food
CSONS
8 Milk Stamazing food,
Nooch
Meat free, plant based food. fantastic chef, must try their breakfast.
House of the Rising Sun
18 Butcher RowGreat cocktails, fusion food....lovely atmosphere.
Mytton and Mermaid
Osteria Da Paolo
58-59 MardolRiverbank Bar + Kitchen
City advice
Book before you go
Sabrina River cruise
Great way to see Shrewsbury by river
Getting around
taxis
Book in advance as taxis are booked up very quickly especially at the weekend, Shrewsbury taxis are probably the most reliable
Book before you go
restaurants and bars
Book these in advance