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Your matchday card
Shrewsbury v Accrington
Friday 26 March 2027 · 15:00 · Croud Meadow
Leave home
3h journey each way
09:30
Pub / food
Time for a pint and a bite
12:30
At the ground
Beat the turnstile queues
14:00
In your seat
Warm-up and team news
14:40
Times are a guide from the published kick-off — always allow extra for engineering works and matchday road closures.
From YouTube
Shrewsbury v Accrington: the build-up
Fan previews and travel chat, gathered in the week before kick-off.
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From YouTube
Away days at Croud Meadow
Vlogs and first-hand experiences from visiting fans.
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Places to eat in Shrewsbury
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Best pubs in Shrewsbury
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These pubs are not checked as away-friendly. Many pubs near grounds are home-fans only on matchdays and colours policies vary — check with the club or police before you go.
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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.
Food and drink options
No official away pub found for this ground. Suggestions below are not verified with the club; colours policies vary and fixture restrictions may apply.
- The Salopian Bar — Real ale pub in the historic town centre, worth a visit before heading out to the ground. Colours policy unknownMap
- Shrewsbury Market Hall — Independent food stalls in the town centre, good for lunch before kick-off. Colours policy unknownMap
- Ground concourse — Standard EFL fare, efficient service. Colours policy unknownMap
Worth the detour
Shrewsbury's medieval streets
One of the best-preserved medieval town centres in England.
Open in mapsOff the beaten track
Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners. Not yet verified — check opening times and any colours policy before visiting.
The Nag's Head
Tiny, atmospheric pub in the old town away from the main matchday crowd.
Open in mapsFrankwell Quay riverside
Quiet stretch of the River Severn near the town centre, little-known to away fans.
Open in mapsShrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
Historic industrial building undergoing restoration, an interesting detour.
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Transport alert
Evening kick-off
Check the last train or coach home before you buy — midweek late services can be limited.
Local event
Local arrangements
Arrangements can vary by fixture — check your club's supporter information before travelling.
Ground note · unverified
The ground is a fair distance from the town centre — the bus is worth it, especially in bad weather.
Ground note · unverified
Shrewsbury's medieval street layout can be confusing for first-time visitors navigating from the station.
What the day will cost
Rough guide for a trip to Shrewsbury
Rough advance return fare per person
- Travel£53
- Away ticket£30
- Drinks (3 pints)£16
- Food on the day£14
Each person
£112
Group of 2
£225
Estimates only — fuel at 16p a mile, pints at £5.20, and walk-up rail fares can be far higher than advance singles.
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