A recent article by The Sunday Times correspondent Christina Lamb, labelled Shrewsbury as 'England's most festive getaway'.
Heart & Arrow Tattoo Studio in Shrewsbury won the Shrewsbury Town Centre Christmas Window Display Contest in 2020. In Picture L>R: Joe Worrall, Abbie Fletcher and Casi Worrall
Christina was staying at the Prince Rupert Hotel at the time, covering the story of the business taking in more than 100 rough sleepers as part of the Government's 'Everyone In' scheme. “We have a lot of guests at the hotel who love coming to Shrewsbury during the winter to explore the town centre’s narrow streets, shuts and passages, and of course the plethora of cosy bars, cafes, restaurants and shops.
Alistair Hilton, head of sales at Balfours estate agents, admitted that properties sell themselves in the town because – what's not to like about Shrewsbury? “I think those of us who are lucky enough to live here know that we are very spoilt. I have worked in London and overseas and it is no accident that I have chosen to bring up my young family in Shrewsbury.
“Visitors always comment on the uniqueness of Shrewsbury – you genuinely cannot get the same shopping experience anywhere else.
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