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The Away End

Away supporters' handbook

Away guide

Croud Meadow (New Meadow)

Shrewsbury Town, Shrewsbury. Away support sits in the South Stand (approx. 1,500). Nearest station is Shrewsbury, 25 min or short bus/taxi. By road: M54 J7.

Upcoming home fixtures

Seasonal calendar

  • Shrewsbury Flower Show — August flower show can bring extra visitors and traffic to the town centre.
  • River Severn flooding — The Quarry and riverside areas can flood in wet autumns — check conditions before a riverside walk.
Stylised illustration of Croud Meadow (New Meadow) in Shrewsbury
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Getting there

  • Bus from Shrewsbury station — Regular buses run out to the ground, quicker than the walk across town.
  • Walk from town centre — A scenic but longer walk through the historic town and over the river.
  • Driving — M54 J7 then follow signs; the ground has decent official parking.
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Safe away spots

  • The Salopian Bar — Real ale pub in the historic town centre, worth a visit before heading out to the ground. Map
  • Shrewsbury Market Hall — Independent food stalls in the town centre, good for lunch before kick-off. Map
  • Ground concourse — Standard EFL fare, efficient service. Map
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Worth the detour

Shrewsbury Castle

Norman castle overlooking the town, home to a small regimental museum.

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The Quarry park

Riverside park in the town centre, a lovely spot for a pre-match walk.

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Shrewsbury's medieval streets

One of the best-preserved medieval town centres in England.

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Off the beaten track

Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners the locals keep to themselves.

  • The Nag's Head

    Tiny, atmospheric pub in the old town away from the main matchday crowd.

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  • Frankwell Quay riverside

    Quiet stretch of the River Severn near the town centre, little-known to away fans.

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  • Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings

    Historic industrial building undergoing restoration, an interesting detour.

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Transport alert

Standard Saturday

Nothing unusual in the Shrewsbury diary for this date. Book advance rail tickets 12 weeks out and check the operator's works page the Monday before.

Ground note

The ground is a fair distance from the town centre — the bus is worth it, especially in bad weather.

Ground note

Shrewsbury's medieval street layout can be confusing for first-time visitors navigating from the station.