Visit Shrewsbury

Nestled inside a loop of the River Severn near the Welsh border, Shrewsbury is one of England's best-preserved medieval market towns. Famous for its cobbled streets, black and white timber-framed buildings and historic landmarks, it's the perfect destination for a relaxing day out or weekend away.

Whether it's Shrewsbury’s intriguing history, independent shopping or beautiful riverside walks, we'll help you get there by train.

Where is Shrewsbury?

Shrewsbury is the county town of Shropshire in the West Midlands, close to the Welsh border and surrounded by the River Severn. Train links to Wales, the North West and the Midlands are readily available, making it an ideal destination for a day trip or short break.

Just south of the town, you'll find the Shropshire Hills National Landscape, known for its rolling countryside, picturesque villages and scenic walking routes

Why visit Shrewsbury?

Shrewsbury offers the perfect blend of history, shopping and green spaces. Wander through medieval streets lined with Tudor buildings, browse independent shops and cafés, or spend time exploring the town's museums and historic landmarks.

Travel to Shrewsbury by train

Travelling to Shrewsbury by train makes it easy to explore the town, with its historic centre just a short walk from the station.

Before you travel, use our journey planner to check live train times and buy your train tickets on our website or app to find our lowest-priced fares with no booking fees.

Some of our most popular routes include:

Explore Shrewsbury

Discover Shrewsbury's history

Visit Shrewsbury Castle for views across the town before exploring the Shropshire Regimental Museum, or step inside Shrewsbury Abbey, famously featured in Ellis Peters' Cadfael Chronicles. You can also follow the Darwin Town Trail to uncover the places connected with Charles Darwin, who was born and grew up in Shrewsbury.

Visit museums and attractions

Explore Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, where you will find everything from Roman archaeology and the famous Shropshire Mammoth to Tudor collections. In the evening, you will find comedy, theatre, live music or dance at Theatre Severn, which overlooks the River Severn.

Shop, eat and explore

Check out Shrewsbury's historic medieval streets or visit Pride Hill, Darwin Shopping Centre and Parade Shopping Centre. When it's time to eat, explore the award-winning indoor market, cafés, traditional pubs and local restaurants, or if you are in the town on the first Friday of the month, you can also check out Shrewsbury Farmers Market for the best locally produced food and drink.

Enjoy the outdoors

Take a guided walking tour through the historic town centre, head on a cruise along the River Severn aboard the Sabrina riverboat or spend time in Quarry Park, where you can find the popular Dingle gardens. If you're feeling adventurous, there are canoes for hire near Porthill Bridge which can be used to explore the river from a different perspective.

Plan your visit to Shrewsbury

Ready to explore Shrewsbury? Buy your train tickets on our website or app, check live train times before you travel and start planning your next trip.

If you're looking for more inspiration, including attractions, events and places to stay, head to Visit Shropshire.