Retirement Properties Spotlight in Radbrook

Shrewsbury is an ancient market town founded in a bend of the River Severn in the 8th century. The town came to prominence in the middle ages through the wool industry and there are many half-timbered houses and inns testifing to its prosperity. Remains of the old town walls include a 14th century tower and St Marys Church with its lofty spire dates from the 12th century. The Norman castle is now a house having been much enlarged by Edward I and the former Benedictine monastery was founded in the 11th century. Today the town services a large agricultural area and is a major tourist destination. One of the largest and oldest horticultural shows in the country takes place every year.