Tourists visit Shrewsbury, UK, often because of the famous medieval market in the heart of town. However, there is much more to see in the area than just the market. Shrewsbury is a buzzing town that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year due to its rich cultural heritage. But finding free or even reasonably priced parking here can be very challenging.
In this post, we will share tips we have found on where to park in Shrewsbury, cheaply and even for free.
Free Car Parks in Shrewsbury Town Centre, Shropshire
Parking is free in the Shrewsbury council-owned car parks after 6 pm and before 8 am. See the chart below and remember to leave or pay if your
- Abbey Foregate car park
- Bridge Street car park
- Frankwell Quay car park
- Frankwell Riverside car park
- St Julian Friars car park
- St Austin’s Street car park
- Mill Street car park
| Car Park | Postcode |
| Abbey Foregate | SY2 6AH |
| Bridge Street | SY1 1QU |
| Frankwell Quay | SY3 8HQ |
| Frankwell Riverside | SY3 8JR |
| St Julian Friars | SY1 1XN |
| St Austin’s Street | SY1 1SA |
| Quarry Swimming and Fitness Centre | SY1 1RU |
| Mill Street | SY4 5DD |
On Sundays and Bank Holidays, free parking is offered in the car parks listed below in Shrewsbury:
| Car parking | Postcode |
| Abbey Foregate | SY2 6AH |
| Mill Street | SY4 5DD |
| Frankwell Quay | SY3 8HQ |
| Frankwell Riverside | SY3 8JR |
Free On-Street Parking near Shrewsbury Town Centre
Where can I park for free in Shrewsbury, UK? The following streets offer un-restricted FREE parking spots nearest to Shrewsbury town centre:
- Tankerville Street
- Wilfred Owen Close
- Whitehall Street
- King Streets
- Bishop Street
- Canon Street
- Crowmere Rd
- Betton Street
- Dark Lane
See below for more, along with postcodes
| Free Street Parking near Shrewsbury | Postcode |
| Canon Street | SY2 5HQ |
| Clifford Street | SY2 5EU |
| Bishop Street | SY2 5HD |
| Dark Lane | SY2 5LP |
| Belvidere Walk | SY2 5LT |
| Belvidere Avenue | SY2 5PA |
| Newpark Road | SY1 2SW |
| Hotspur Street | SY1 2PZ |
| Percy Street | SY1 2QF |
Free Parking near Shrewsbury Train Station
Potentially Benyon St, Burton St, and North Street, however not been able to tell from our research on Google maps, Shrewsbury.gov.uk, Google, or Parkopedia if these are free to park on. If you have another way to check or find out, they are free to include them.
Cheapest Car Parks in Shrewsbury
Please see below the cheapest car parks in Shrewsbury that Road Trip Heroes could find for you!
| Car Park | Post code | Parking Charges | Free Parking |
| Abbey Foregate Car Park | SY2 6AH | 50p per hour Max £4 a day | 6 pm – 8 am and Sundays/Bank Holidays |
| Bridge Street Car Park | SY1 1QU | £1.80 per hour | 6 pm – 8 am |
| Frankwell Quay Car Park | SY3 8HQ | 70p per hour Max £5.60 a day | 6 pm – 8 am and Sundays/Bank Holidays |
| Frankwell Riverside Car Park | SY3 8JR | 70p per hour Max £2.10 3 hrs | 6 pm – 8 am and Sundays/Bank Holidays |
| St Julian’s Friars | SY1 1XN | £1 per hour | 6 pm – 8 am and Sundays. 50p p/h Bank Holidays |
Park and Ride in Shrewsbury
There are three parks and ride locations in the Shrewsbury area that allow you to take advantage of free parking and low-cost bus trips into the town centre. All of the buses are handicapped accessible and can accommodate pushchairs. From 7:20 am to 6:30 pm, buses operate every 20 minutes (Saturdays at 8 am).
| Park and Ride Site | Address | Ticket Type | Price |
| Oxen Park & Ride | SY3 5AD | Adult Day Return | £2.00 |
| Meole Brace Park & Ride | YO26 6QF | Students of Shrewsbury College | £1.00 |
| Harelscott Park & Ride | SY1 4HA | Weekly Ticket | £8.00 |
| Monthly Ticket | £30.00 |
Just Park
Alternatively, try Just Park, it’s an app where people hire out their driveways and more at a very reasonable price. It is one of the more convenient methods to finding a cheeky parking spot, often closer to the town centre of Shrewsbury than most parking options.
Rated five stars with an average satisfaction rating of 96%, JustPark is the UK’s favourite parking service, bar Road Trip Heroes, of course, lol.
Here are our top 2 picks from Just Park:
- Shrewsbury Station – 35 reservable spaces
- Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology – 19 reservable spaces
Free Motorcycle Parking in Shrewsbury
You may park your motorcycle for free in designated motorcycle bays at any council-run car park.
If this is not the case and a conventional parking bay must be utilised, daily fees will be charged through MiPermit.
Free Disabled Parking in Shrewsbury
As of 23rd November 2021, more parking places have been allotted to blue badge holders. As part of new traffic arrangements on Saturdays and Sundays, when the heart of Shrewsbury is restricted to through traffic from 10 am to 4 pm. According to Shropshire Council, blue badge holders who park in handicapped bays before 10 am on Saturdays and Sundays will not be charged if they are still there when the road closure goes into effect.
There are free disabled bays at the following locations:
| Street Parking | Postcode | Available |
| Princess Street | SY1 1LP | Seven days a week |
| Claremont Street | SY1 1QG | Seven days a week |
| Castle Street | SY1 2BQ | Seven days a week |
| St Mary’s Street | SY1 1DS | Seven days a week |
| Dogpole | SY1 1EN | Seven days a week |
| Roushill | SY1 1PN | Seven days a week |
| Beeches Lane | SY1 1TZ | Seven days a week |
| Shoplatch | SY1 1HF | Seven days a week |
| St Mary’s Place | SY1 1DZ | Seven days a week |
Parking is free at the above locations if a Blue Badge is displayed. Please note that blue badge holders are not permitted to park for free in Shropshire Council-run car parks, also normal car parking charges apply for the designated disabled parking spaces in Raven Meadows multi-storey and in Abbey Foregate car park.
Hotels in Shrewsbury with Free Parking
If you are visiting Shrewsbury and looking to stay overnight, a few hotels in the area provide free parking.
Our top picks are:
Best Motorhome Parking in Shrewsbury
If you are visiting Shrewsbury in your motorhome, All council parking parks in Shrewsbury that do not have height limitations are open to motorhomes, although there are no designated motorhome bays:
- Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, (SY1 1QU)
- Bridge Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, (SY3 8HQ)
If your motorhome’s wheels cannot fit into a single marked vehicle parking space, you must acquire a pay-and-display ticket for each bay used for the duration of your stay.
If you cannot park your motorhome in Shrewsbury town centre or are worried about parking, think about using the Park and Ride service listed above.
About Shrewsbury
On your visit to one of Shropshire’s most popular towns, Shrewsbury is jam-packed with nature, history, and shopping to keep you engaged.
The Quarry, which is nestled on 29 acres near the River Severn, is ideal for people searching for some green space. It’s a great place to go for a walk, have a picnic, or simply relax with a nice book. If you appreciate discovering new flowers, the Quarry, which also hosts the Shrewsbury Flower Show, will provide a colourful display.
There are a variety of independent cafés as well as well-known high-street businesses where you may eat. Take a stroll around Shrewsbury’s cobblestone streets to experience what this charming town has to offer.
I hope you found this a helpful article, and I hope it helps you find free parking in and around Shrewsbury. If you’re travelling around the UK, why don’t you check out our other article on free parking nearby Shrewsbury?
Enjoy your visit, and happy parking!
