Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #2 in Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

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Tour Facts

Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 2.1 km
Ascend 43 m
Descend 44 m

Experience Shrewsbury in United Kingdom in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Individual Sights in Shrewsbury

Sight 1: Shrewsbury Abbey

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The Abbey Church of the Holy Cross is an ancient foundation in Shrewsbury, the county town of Shropshire, England.

Wikipedia: Shrewsbury Abbey (EN)

662 meters / 8 minutes

Sight 2: The Barnabas Centre

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The Barnabas CentreNilfanion, created using Ordnance Survey data / CC BY-SA 3.0

Barnabas Community Church is an independent, charismatic evangelical, Church in Shrewsbury, England, associated with the British New Church Movement. It is part of the Newfrontiers family of churches and a member of the Evangelical Alliance. The congregation meets every Sunday at 10am at the Barnabas Centre, in Coleham.

Wikipedia: Barnabas Community Church, Shrewsbury (EN)

752 meters / 9 minutes

Sight 3: Shrewsbury Cathedral

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The Cathedral Church of Our Lady Help of Christians and Saint Peter of Alcantara, commonly known as Shrewsbury Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Shrewsbury, England. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Shrewsbury and mother church of the Diocese of Shrewsbury, which covers the historic counties of Shropshire and Cheshire.

Wikipedia: Shrewsbury Cathedral (EN), Website

207 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 4: Town Walls Tower

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Town Walls Tower David Dixon / CC BY-SA 2.0

Town Walls Tower is the last remaining medieval watchtower belonging to the former town walls of Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England, UK. The fortified structure, which was finished in the 14th century, was used to observe the land south of the town and across River Severn. It is under the care of the National Trust.

Wikipedia: Town Walls Tower (EN)

453 meters / 5 minutes

Sight 5: The Quarry

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The Quarry The original uploader was ChrisJB at English Wikipedia. / CC BY-SA 2.5

The Quarry is the main recreational park in Shrewsbury, the county town of Shropshire, England. The park was created in 1719 and encompasses 29 acres. It is listed Grade II in Historic England's Register of Parks and Gardens. With a location within easy walking distance of Shrewsbury town centre, Shrewsbury Sixth Form College and Shrewsbury School, it is the most heavily used public park within the county.

Wikipedia: The Quarry (park) (EN)

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