Shrewsbury named among Britain's 12 'most perfect' market towns by The Telegraph
Shrewsbury's "thriving" market has had the county town named in a list of Britain's "most perfect" market towns by a national newspaper.
Our historic county town is no stranger to 'best of' lists, having recently been named the best town centre in the West Midlands.
Shrewsbury can now add another feather to its cap, having been named one of the 12 "most perfect" market towns by The Telegraph.
Travel writer, Sarah Baxter, placed Shrewsbury at the top of her list, naming it her favourite "thriving market".
"It’s a community hub and a browser’s delight", wrote the list's author, who pointed out Shrewsbury Market Hall's long reign as 'Britain's Favourite' market hall.
Earlier this year, Shrewsbury Market Hall was named 'Britain's Favourite' for a record fourth time and the third year in a row.
The Telegraph article continued: "Built in the 1960s, replacing a Victorian hall, it’s no looker.
"But inside, it’s rammed with 60-odd independent traders, from engravers and wine merchants to barbers and card shops.
"From there, head to Wyle Cop, a steep curve of listed buildings lined with indie businesses."
Shrewsbury isn't the only Midlands town to be praised by the national newspaper.
Ledbury in Herefordshire also received praise, with the author commending the town's "proud" market hall and range of impressive historic buildings.
The two Midlands towns join Narberth in Pembrokeshire, Horncastle in Lincolnshire and Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire among Sarah's top picks.
The full list can be viewed on The Telegraph's website, at: telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/europe/united-kingdom/perfect-british-market-town
Comment Guidelines
Iconic Media encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.