Shrewsbury

The charming and historic town of Shrewsbury in the West Midlands region of England is birthplace of Charles Darwin and often referred to as the ‘Town of Flowers', having won floral awards and accolades.

Shrewsbury is a historic market town with the town centre having a largely unaltered medieval street plan. The area still retains an intensely historic feel with black & white buildings in the shadow of St. Alkmund’s Church. Street names reflect the activity that went on there – Butcher Row, Fish Street, and don’t miss Grope Lane, the alley of ill repute that connects St. Alkmund’s Place with the Square.

In fact it boasts over 600 listed buildings including the red sandstone castle, now a regimental museum and the world-famous Shrewsbury Abbey, home of the fictional Brother Cadfael. The Chronicles of Brother Cadfael, written by Ellis Peters are inspired by medieval Shrewsbury.

Charles Darwin, a biologist and evolutionary theorist and one of the most important thinkers of the nineteenth century, was born and  educated in Shrewsbury and all around you will find reminders of his association with the town. His statue stands outside the library, erected by proud townsfolk in 1894.

Enjoy hiking in the Shropshire Hills, a protected landscape designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty or take a ride through the beautiful Quarry Park and alongside the River Severn. There’s a lot to do in this medieval town!