Harper Adams University - Prospectus 2024

Shrewsbury Home to Charles Darwin, Wilfred Owen and Shropshire’s finest Harry Potter shop, Shrewsbury is a labyrinth of cobbles streets, county history and cracking horticulture. With its epic Tudor buildings, incredible Quarry Park – keep an eye out for Let’s Rock festival come July – and a host of independent coffee shops and bars, Shrewsbury is the perfect place to relax and while away the afternoon. However, if relaxing isn’t your thing, there is plenty to do here! You could visit the town’s 11th century castle, take a selfie with Charles Darwin (well, his statue anyway) or even pay your respects at the cinematic graveside of Ebenezer Scrooge. Shrewsbury prison is also now a tourist attraction offering escape room experiences and for something a bit different, you can also try axe- throwing in the county town. There is also plenty within driving distance. Church Stretton is only half-an-hour away from Shrewsbury and with stunning walks and incredible views, you’ll quickly understand why Shropshire is known for its natural beauty. 1. Image: travellight/Shutterstock 2. Image: jdflatty/Shutterstock 3. Image: Deatonphotos/Shutterstock Ironbridge Gorge A trip to Shropshire wouldn’t be complete without taking a look at the incredible Ironbridge Gorge – it’s not a World Heritage Site for nothing, you know! Known as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Ironbridge is home to ten award winning museums including Enginuity (don’t miss out on the interactive waterplant and steam train), Blists Hill Victorian Town (the fish and chips are incredible) and the first ever Iron Bridge built in 1779. Definitely worth a visit! 1. 2. 3. 124 | UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2024