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Does Shrewsbury have an outdoor market?

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Daniel Johnson

Published Feb 21, 2026

Does Shrewsbury have an outdoor market?

Enjoy markets and outdoor entertainment throughout the year. Shrewsbury Square regularly hosts two markets every month including Made in Shropshire and Shrewsbury Farmers Market.

What day is market day in Shrewsbury?

The Shrewsbury Farmers Market brings the fields of Shropshire to Shrewsbury Square on the first Friday of every month.

When was the new market hall built in Shrewsbury?

The Market Hall, which includes the town’s 240ft clock tower, an indoor market and a ground-floor shopping centre, was hailed “the most modern building” in Shropshire when it opened in September 1965.

What day is market day in Much Wenlock?

Much Wenlock Farmers’ market takes place on the first and third Friday of the month from 9am to 1pm.

What Day Is Much Wenlock market?

Indoor market Wednesday and Saturday. Much Wenlock has been a market town for over 800 years. It has daily markets in the Corn Exchange, the Square and in the Buttermarket under the Guildhall.

Does Shrewsbury have a Christmas market?

The Shrewsbury Christmas Market is the Shropshire Handmade and Creative Christmas Fair. The Shropshire Handmade and Creative Christmas Fair will also have a food hall where visitors can indulge in delicious hot food.

Is Shrewsbury a market town?

listen) SHROOZ-) is a large market town and the county town of Shropshire, England. The A5 and A49 trunk roads come together as the town’s by-pass and five railway lines meet at Shrewsbury railway station.

How old are the buildings in Shrewsbury?

The oldest substantial surviving buildings in the town are Shrewsbury Castle and Shrewsbury Abbey, together with a number of churches and the town walls. The town flourished commercially during the 13th century, mainly from the wool trade, and a number of friaries were founded.

Is Shrewsbury Sunday market open?

Open every Sunday 9am to 3pm.

Is Whitchurch market open today?

The Market takes place every Friday from 7.30am – 12.30pm in the heart of Whitchurch, both inside and outside the Civic Centre and Market Hall.

Does Much Wenlock have a market?

Much Wenlock has been a market town for over 800 years. It has daily markets in the Corn Exchange, the Square and in the Buttermarket under the Guildhall. Newport’s striking blue and white Indoor Market Hall was built in 1860. It’s open from 8am to 3.30pm every Friday and Saturday.

Where are there Christmas markets in UK?

Weekend wonderlands: 12 of the UK’s best Christmas markets

  • Manchester’s Albert Square Christmas Market.
  • Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market.
  • Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market.
  • Glasgow’s George Square Christmas Market.
  • Belfast Christmas Market.
  • Winter at Southbank Centre, London.
  • Edinburgh Christmas Market, Edinburgh.

What can you do in Shrewsbury square?

Enjoy markets and outdoor entertainment throughout the year. Shrewsbury Square regularly hosts two markets every month including Made in Shropshire and Shrewsbury Farmers Market. Made in Shropshire is a showcase of beautiful artwork, handmade crafts and artisan foods from artists, designer-makers and food producers who live and work in Shropshire.

When was the Shrewsbury Market Hall built?

Built in 1596, the Market Hall intended to impress with materials, style and scale. It had two storeys; the large upper room was originally used by the Shrewsbury drapers or dealers in cloth to sell Welsh wool and the lower floor was used by farmers to sell corn. Look out for…

What is made in Shropshire?

Made in Shropshire is a showcase of beautiful artwork, handmade crafts and artisan foods from artists, designer-makers and food producers who live and work in Shropshire. This market usually takes place on the 2nd Saturday of the month but check the Shrewsbury Square Events Calendar for details.

Can I sell or give away food in Shropshire?

If you intend to sell or give away food please contact Shropshire Council’s Food Safety Team to discuss any further requirements on 0345 678 9000 or email: [email protected] The Licensing Team, Public Health, Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6ND