A key ingredient in what makes Shropshire so enticing to visit is its many historic market towns. The towns are all different in look and feel of course. For one thing, some are large and others are tiny. However, typically they all boast vibrant communities with lots of eye-catching old buildings housing an incredible variety […]
Read MoreShrewsbury Market Hall has been crowned Britain’s Favourite Market 2023 following a nationwide public vote. Britain’s Favourite Market is the most coveted award up for grabs at the annual Great British Market Awards which were held at a ceremony in Birmingham. The annual awards, organised by the National Association of British Market Authorities […]
Read More“Ludlow is probably the loveliest town in England with its hill of Georgian houses ascending from the river Teme” – John Betjeman, 1943 Nestled on the edge of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Beauty Ludlow is a Market Town renowned as a food and cultural gem. With a bustling community, Ludlow is jam-packed with […]
Read MoreWith its farming heritage and fertile countryside, Shropshire is a slice of heaven for foodies. Outstanding food producers abound. You are spoilt for choice for places to stock up on local produce, from delis to butchers and farm shops to markets. This is true right across the county, and not just in the picturesque market […]
Read MoreLudlow Brewery has launched Triple Hop Ludlow Dry Gin as its first signature House Gin, in collaboration with Ludlow Distillery, home of award-winning Ludlow Dry Gin. The partnership has seen Ludlow Distillery’s owner and head distiller Shaun Ward experiment in blending hops together with classic gin botanicals to produce a new and unique gin. […]
Read MoreList of Shropshire’s Markets Visit Shropshire’s markets and enjoy each individual Shropshire town. Bishop’s Castle Bishop’s Castle Town Hall hosts a flea market on the first Saturday of the month, and a farmers’ market on the third Saturday. Bridgnorth Bridgnorth holds a market along the high street and beneath the Town Hall on Fridays and […]
More InfoMarket Drayton is a charming market town in Shropshire, England. It is located on the River Tern and is known for its gingerbread, cattle market, and beautiful countryside. If you are planning a visit to Market Drayton, here are five of the top things to do: 1. Visit the Market Drayton Cattle Market The Market […]
Read MoreMarket Drayton – The most quintessential of Shropshire’s Market Towns…… Located in North Shropshire Market Drayton is a traditional Shropshire Market Town with origins dating back to before the Domesday book, in 1245 King Henry III granted a charter for a weekly Wednesday market, giving Market Drayton its current name. The bustling and vibrant market is […]
Read MoreLudlow, nestled in the heart of south Shropshire, is a town that effortlessly blends medieval charm with a vibrant culinary scene. Easily accessible by train, Ludlow beckons travelers with its historic architecture, lush landscapes, and a culinary reputation that echoes through its cobblestone streets. As your train meanders through the picturesque Shropshire countryside, Ludlow reveals […]
Read MoreAutumn in Shropshire is beautiful. And its market towns are no different! a trip to one of our gorgeous market towns in Autumn is a real delight. With leafy streets, mild temperatures and fewer crowds. The towns are all different in look and feel of course. For one thing, some are large and others are […]
Read MoreShrewsbury Market Hall is throwing a series of ‘Winter Warmer’ events every Wednesday evening, from November 23 to December 14, to sprinkle some festive sparkle with late night shopping and food and drink. Winter Warmers will see gift stalls, cafes and bars open up to 8pm.There will be appearances from Disney characters to entertain children […]
Read MoreThe organisers of Ludlow Fringe Festival, which runs from Saturday 17 th June to Sunday 2nd July – have decided this year to “drop” tickets for acts as they are booked meaning they are well underway to selling tickets for the 2023 Fringe. Anita Bigsby, Fringe organiser says, “Ludlow Fringe goes from strength to strength […]
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