The Loopy Shrew Hotel - Shrewsbury

Boutique hotel in historic Shrewsbury with live music and modern British dining

Entertainment and Nightlife

The Loopy Shrew Hotel Shrewsbury hosts live DJs on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 PM to 12 AM. On Sundays, live acoustic music runs from 5 PM to 8 PM, accompanied by a Sunday All-Day Happy Hour in the bar. The bar stays open until 1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays, serving a range of local beers and wines.

Dining Experience

The restaurant at Loopy Shrew offers home-cooked British food sourced from local suppliers, with a separate vegan and vegetarian menu that includes modern interpreted classics. Guests can order from a breakfast menu with cooked-to-order options like eggs Benedict, though no buffet-style cereal or fruit is offered. The dining area is bright and clean, but can feel cramped with prams or walking devices.

Rooms and Housekeeping

Rooms at the Loopy Shrew are individually named (e.g., The Dingle, Grope Lane) and come with complimentary Duck Island toiletries. Daily housekeeping is provided, and each room includes a fan, hairdryer, iron, and extra pillows. Some rooms have uneven floors or single-glazed windows, and the hot water tap in bathrooms can be scalding-guests are advised to keep bathroom doors closed to avoid steam triggering fire alarms.

Special Amenities and Services

The Loopy Shrew has an outdoor garden space available for private hire during summer months. Guests can engage in activities like chess sets and other games provided in the bar area. The hotel also offers gift vouchers and promotional deals, and can store luggage for early arrivals.

Location and Nearby Attractions

The Loopy Shrew is centrally located within a 5-minute walk to Shrewsbury Castle, Theatre Severn, and Quarry Park. Shrewsbury Station is also just 5 minutes away on foot, with accessible parking and an electric vehicle charging station available. The medieval centre, local market, and many shops are all within the same walking distance.

• Location: 5-minute walk from Shrewsbury Castle, Theatre Severn, and Quarry Park
• Dining: Home-cooked British cuisine with locally sourced ingredients and separate vegan/vegetarian menu
• Entertainment: Live DJ on Fridays & Saturdays (9 PM-12 AM) and live acoustic music on Sundays (5 PM-8 PM)
• Rooms: Individually named boutique rooms with complimentary Duck Island toiletries
• Special Touches: Homemade treats in rooms and outdoor garden space for private hire in summer
• Amenities: Complimentary chess sets and games, plus a Sunday All-Day Happy Hour in the bar