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Shrewsbury Removals Company for the Local Area
Are you looking to relocate to Shrewsbury? Moving home is not something we do regularly with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and when the time comes to relocate, there is so much to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removal company is crucial.
White & Company is a family-owned business with over 150 years of service to the Shrewsbury community.
We offer a tailor-made, reliable, and professional service at a competitive price.
Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack, and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
If you require it, White & Company can also provide the storage of some or all your effects.
We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve all towns and villages around Shrewsbury. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About Us
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners.
This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.
Through hard work, commitment, and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies.
We have 265 specialist vehicles, fully trained and security-cleared removal staff and 19 secure storage locations across the UK.
Why Move to Shrewsbury?
The market town of Shrewsbury is the county town of Shropshire. Originally founded by the Saxons and extensively developed by the Tudors, it is located on the river Severn.
With a population of around 76,000, Shrewsbury is known for its impressive Tudor half-timbered buildings, its medieval castle and medieval abbey. It is also the birthplace of Charles Darwin.
A public transport hub, the town has very convenient transport links, perfect for the commuting lifestyle.
Birmingham is a convenient 58-minute commute and Manchester is accessible in just over an hour by rail. Other larger towns in the region are also easily reachable for work or recreational purposes.
This historical town has seen many changes and continues to adapt and evolve. A high number of younger people are moving into the area making the most of its beautiful rural surroundings.
Many are small business owners and entrepreneurs who feel they no longer need to be city-based for work, combined with wanting a better quality of life for both them and their families.
High levels of education provisions are another of Shrewsbury’s key attractions. The brand-new University Centre Shrewsbury offers a dynamic undergraduate and postgraduate study in this historic setting. Plenty of students who attend university here complete their studies and decide to stay.
The town benefits from its cosmopolitan centre, including an excellent range of shops both old and new.
The Parade in Shrewsbury holds over 30 individual shops. Retail therapy in Shrewsbury can be a cultural experience too with some great art galleries and craft shops to discover.
You can also choose from a huge range of international eateries such as Bistro Jacques, La Dolce Vita and Café Saffron; all have received great reviews on TripAdvisor.
This beautiful town presents all you need for a high quality of life; A safe community spirit, rustic charm, a host of amenities to satisfy day-to-day needs, reasonable housing prices and great schools.
All this and you are within easy reach of larger cities and towns, it is a great location to call home.
Shrewsbury Schools & Education
From Primary to university, Shrewsbury is packed with learning opportunities.
There are numerous highly sought-after state and private schooling options available alongside further education at Shrewsbury College and University Centre Shrewsbury.
The majority of the town’s pupils attend one of the seven comprehensive schools.
One of the most highly regarded secondaries is The Priory School. A mainstream, state-funded senior school which has recently been rated as “outstanding” by Ofsted.
Post-16 education is handled by Shrewsbury Sixth Form College, recently ranked 17th in the top 20 of sixth-form colleges nationally by the Sunday Times newspaper.
Younger children also have a wide choice of state schools offering Ofsted-rated “good” education.
Coleham Primary, Greenfields Primary and Mount Pleasant Primary all perform well.
Things to Do in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury itself and the wider country provide plenty of opportunities to relax, excite and entertain all the family.
Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery: Located in the town centre square, the museum is a hub for the community. Not only is it full of interesting historical artefacts, but it also provides a full programme of activities including courses, workshops for schools, weekly toddler groups and holiday activities.
Shrewsbury Castle: Constructed in 1074, the castle fortifications have served the dual purpose of safeguarding the town against invaders and extending a warm welcome to dignitaries throughout the centuries. Visitors can stroll along the ramparts and bask in splendid vistas that encompass both the town and the river.
Coleham Pumping Station: Housed in a beautiful building resembling a Victorian Chapel, the station sits alongside the river Severn. built circa 1900 to house two massive steam-driven beam engines, which were used to pump sewage as part of Shrewsbury’s new sewerage system. Today it is an interesting historical place to visit.
Shrewsbury Flower Show: A two-day event that takes place annually in mid-August. The show has been running for more than 125 years and is attended by thousands from all over the UK.
Battlefield Bird of Prey Centre: The ideal place for children to learn all about birds of prey. The Falconers have over 24 years of experience in educational settings and offer fun, interactive sessions, bringing learning to life.
Food and Drink: Shrewsbury has a thriving food scene with a variety of restaurants, cafes, and pubs serving both traditional British and international cuisine. Don’t miss the opportunity to try local specialties.
Shrewsbury Property
There is a wide variety of homes for sale across the town and homes are very well-priced.
The old town of Shrewsbury has some lovely historical buildings.
There are some traditional black-and-white Tudor townhouses as well as imposing Georgian townhouses with walled gardens which line roads such as St John’s Hill and Abbey Foregate.
Victorian property can be found on Sutton Road, while more modestly priced terraced homes are available on Lindley Street and King Street.
Many people new to the are opt to purchase a brand new home.
There are a number of residential developments currently under construction in Shrewsbury.
If you want to find out more about purchasing a new home, visit the New Homes for Sale website
Popular Places to Live near Shrewsbury
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