All historic houses to visit in Shrewsbury

Step into the past at 4 historic houses in Shrewsbury. These preserved homes offer a glimpse into the lives of notable figures and everyday people from different eras.

Are you interested in exploring historic homes? Here are the must-see historic houses in Shrewsbury:

  1. Shrewsbury Prison1

    Shrewsbury Prison

     Shrewsbury
    HM Prison Shrewsbury, located in Shropshire, England, was formerly a category B/C men's prison. It was decommissioned in March 2013 and has since been opened to the public. This historical site offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore a piece of Shrewsbury's history.
  2. Attingham Park2

    Attingham Park

     Shrewsbury
    Attingham Park is a historical estate located near Atcham, Shropshire. It is currently under the ownership of the National Trust, a charitable organization dedicated to preserving and protecting historic places and spaces in the UK. The estate offers a glimpse into the past, with its grand architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens.
  3. Shropshire Regimental Museum3

    Shropshire Regimental Museum

     Shrewsbury
    Shrewsbury Castle, a Grade I listed building, is a red sandstone structure located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. It is strategically positioned on a hill in the neck of the meander of the River Severn, providing a panoramic view of the surrounding area. The castle's location played a significant role in its historical function as a defensive fortification and administrative centre.
  4. Haughmond Abbey4

    Haughmond Abbey

     Shrewsbury
    The extensive remains of an Augustinian abbey, including its abbots' quarters, refectory and cloister. The substantially surviving chapter house has a frontage richly bedecked with 12th and 14th century carving and statuary, and a timber roof of c. 1500. Pictorial interpretation boards guide the vis