Shrewsbury Castle

The oldest parts of the Castle were built between 1066 and 1074, during the reign of William the Conqueror. There were additions over several centuries. Later, in the late 18th century, Thomas Telford remodelled the interior as a private house. The Castle was acquired by the Corporation of Shrewsbury in 1924 through the generosity of Shropshire Horticultural Society. The Castle houses the spectacular collections of the Shropshire Regimental Museum Trust including pictures, uniforms, medals, weapons and other equipment from the 18th Century to the present day.
The displays include a brief history of the castle through the centuries.

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Venue Details

Address

Castle Street
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 2AT
England

Links

Telephone

  • 01743 358516

Entry Charges

Adults: £3 Concessions: £2 Children and students: £1 Under 5's and former members of the Shropshire Regiments: free

 
  • Opening Hours

    The Castle has somewhat variable opening hours.

    Spring
    From February 17th to May 23rd it is open 10.30 to 16.00 but closed on Thursdays and Sundays.

    Summer
    From May 24th to September 14th it is open 10.30 to 17.00 but closed on Thursdays.

    Sunday opening hours are 10.30 to 16.00.
    Autumn

    From September 15th to December 20th it is open 10.30 to 16.00 but closed on Thursdays and Sundays.
    Winter closure

    The Castle will be closed during the winter period from December 22nd to February 15th to allow for essential maintenance work.

    Visitors coming from a long distance are advised to ‘phone for up-to-date information.

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  • Venue Services
    • Adult lectures and courses held
    • Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
    • General guide to collections available
    • Member of staff available with responsibility for education
    • Object identification and/or written enquiry service
    • Pre-booking service for groups
    • Primary school education service available
    • Public access available to collections information
    • Secondary school education service available
  • Venue Facilities
    • Education facilities available
    • Facilities for private functions and events
    • Library with public access
    • Meeting room available
    • Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
    • Research facilities for academics
    • Shop
    • Study facilities
    • Toilets for disabled
    • Wheelchair access to all public areas

At a glance

Castle Street
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 2AT
England

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