Coach drop-off points to boost Shrewsbury tourism
A move to create new coach drop-off points for Shrewsbury's town centre has been hailed as a "great initiative" for business and visitors.
The drop-off points mean coach drivers will be able set-down visitors in bays at Dogpole and Shoplatch – closer to Shrewsbury's shops and Museum and Art Gallery, before parking free of charge in the long stay areas at Frankwell and Abbey Foregate.
The move by Shrewsbury BID and Shropshire Council is being introduced on an informal basis for a 12-month trial period, but will be made permanent if well received by town centre businesses and operators.
Dilwyn Jones, owner of Sabrina river boat cruises and a BID board director, said the new bays would make it more easy for tourists to visit the town.
He said: "This great initiative shows we are truly open for business and ready for the busy visitor season. The BID's partnership approach is all about taking action to identify and solve issues for the good of the town."
Louise Cross Shropshire Council's visitor economy manager, said the move be an important measure to help the town's tourist economy.
She said: "Tourism is important to our local economy and we want to show coach companies and group travel organisers they are very welcome in Shrewsbury and that we value their support. These drop off points will make life easier for our visitorsand also help reduce congestion."
Coach drivers will be allowed to wait at a designated long stay parking area until they are ready to return to a pick up point to collect their passengers.
