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NOTE: (The information on this site should be used for guidance only - opening times, prices and other detail MUST be verified with the individual providers)
GOOD DAYS TO VISIT - make your own plans but, as a general rule, some of the browsing shops tend to close on Mondays but open on Sundays - there is an unofficial early closing day on Wednesday but check details if you need to visit particular shops)
Many local businesses can be found at bishopscastle.biz

Shops (scroll down for services)

Decorative Antiques
47 Church Street
Bishop's Castle
Tel/Fax(01588) 638851
decorativeantiques.co.uk

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

We specialise in decorative objects of the 19th & 20th centuries, particularly Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Arts & Crafts, ceramics, glass, metalware, jewellery and small items of furniture.
Normal opening Mon - Sat 9.30am - 5.30pm (Wed closed) if travelling, please ring first.
For an up to date stock list contact Richard.
 

Autolycus
Market Square, Bishop's Castle
Tel/Fax:(01588) 630078
Jacs Collins
booksonline.uk.com

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

We stock fine second hand and antiquarian books, antiques, paintings, lamps, jewellery, runners and rugs, crewel work, blue and white china, and interesting decorative items. We offer a friendly, personal, professional service.
Open Mon-Thurs 11.00a.m. - 4.30 p.m.. Fri 11.00a.m. - 5.00 p.m.,. Sat 10.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
 

Eighteen Market Square
(01588) 630200
Sue Willmer
suewillmer@mac.com

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

Jewellery, handbags, gifts and art. New items arriving all the time and reasonably priced. We can also print your photograph or your child's artwork onto canvas - any size.
Open Jan & Feb Tues to Sat 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. March to December Mon to Sat 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Sun 11.00a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Credit cards accepted.

Co-op Supermarket
Church Street
(01588) 638411

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

A comprehensive range of groceries, beers, wines and spirits and a selection of organic and fair-trade products. We aslo have fresh meat and bread from local suppliers. We go further so you don't have to!
Open Mon to Sat 7.30 a.m. - 9.00 p.m. Sun 8.00 a.m. - 7.30 p.m.
 

Sol Delicatessen
35, High Street
(01588) 638190
Robin Fox
follyfarm2001@aol.com

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

Delicatessen with vegetarian specialities. Fresh quiches, salads, nut roasts, pates, cheese, yoghurts, juices, smoothies, jams, pickles and olives. Most products sourced locally. Kitchen essentials also stocked.
Open Mon & Wed 9.30 am - 2.30 pm, Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat 9.30 am - 5.30 pm
 

Harry Tuffins
Mini Mart
admin@harrytuffin.co.uk

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

Open 7 days a week for fresh food, groceries, wines & spirits, news & magazines at competitive prices. Plus low price petrol, derv, domestic fuel & gas available on the forecourt. Look for the Harry Tuffins bargains with a friendly service.
Open Mon – Sat 7.00am – late , Sun 9.00am – 4.00 pm Most credit cards accepted.
 

Mellington Nursery (out of town)
Cefn Einion
SY9 5LW
Tel: (01588) 638964

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

We are a family run business set amidst the beautiful South Shropshire Hills, one & a quarter miles from Bishop's Castle. We stock a wide range of trees, shrubs and roses, perennials and climbers grown at the nurseries. Good parking facilities. Open Tues to Sun 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. and Bank Holiday Mondays.  

The Marches Centre for
Complimentary Medicine
at The Pharmacy
Church Street
Tel: (01588) 638408

We offer a wide range of complimentary therapies: Acupuncture, McTimoney Chiropratic, aqua detox, graphology, Alexander Technique, Allergy Testing, Aromatherapy, Beauty Therapy, Colonic Irrigation, Homoeopathy, Hydrotherm Massage, Kinesiology, Rebirthing, Reflexology, Reilki, Shiatsu and Stress Management. Nutritional counselling, aqua detox aqua detox, osteopathy, colonic . hydrotherapy, Bowen technique, natural lift facial massage, medical herbalism, manicures, pedicures and waxings.
Wed 8.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Sat 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
 

Jane's Petals & Gifts
10-11 High Street
Bishops Castle
Tel: 01588 638222
janespetalsandgifts.co.uk

Florist. Flowers for all occasions and gifts & toys. Delivery service available and wedding consultation service. Open Mon & Tues 9.00 am - 3.00 pm
Wed 9.00 am - 10.00 am Thurs & Fri 9.00 am - 4.30 pm
Sat 9.00 am - 2.00 pm All credit cards accepted.
 

Old Time
29, High Street
Bishop's Castle
Tel: (01588) 638467
oldtime.co.uk

Traditional local chairs made from green ash in our adjoining workshop for sale in the shop alongside locally made furniture and crafts, the centre for Bishop's Castle & Clun Valley Real Furniture Group. Work by local artists.
Tourist information office stocks walks leaflets, maps and postcards.
Open Mon - Sat 10.00am - 7.00pm Sun 10.00- 2.00pm (closed Wed)
 
Art & Artisan Books
26, High Street,
Bishop's Castle, SY9 5BQ
01588 630435
artandartisanbooks.co.uk
Judith Bowen & Rachel Hawes
An eclectic mix of new and discounted books on Art, Architecture, Design, Fashion, Textiles, Gardens & Gardening. We also stock all Persephone and Eland titles.
Open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat and Bank Holidays 10.30 am - 5 pm.
Credit cards accepted.
 

Clocks 'n' Pots
1, Market Steps
Bishop's Castle
Tel: (01588) 630202
morg.joh@virgin.net

Clocks 'n' Pots is something different. We sell, restore and repair clocks and watches of all sizes and ages and new quartz clocks and watches, also replacement straps and batteries. We sell pottery from a dinner service to a cup & saucer. Spanish terracotta from a 9 pint casserole to a crème brulee dish. Plus many other items of interest ­ antique pine furniture, dressers, bookcases, chests of drawers and benches etc. Open Mon to Sat 10.00 a.m. ­ 5.00 p.m. Closed Sun and Mon. Hours may differ in winter.  

The Floor Shop
Market Square, Bishop's Castle
Tel: (01588) 638305
Mobile: 07968233093
tracy.magill@btinternet.com

Specialists in the supply and fitting of traditional and contemporary solid hardwood flooring with 21 years experience. Free quotations with a professional service.

 

Yarborough House
Market Square
Bishop's Castle
Tel: (01588) 638318
yarboroughhouse.com

Yarborough House is a large second hand book and record shop. We stock 7,000 books, mostly modern, covering a wide range of subjects. Our stock of 8,000 second hand classical LPs and 2,000 CDs is one of the largest in the UK. The coffee shop serves tea, coffee and home made cakes , a range of cards and fair trade gifts.
Open Sat, Sun,Tues, Thurs and Fri and all Bank Holidays 10.00 am - 5.00 pm
 

Bishops Gallery
3, Market Square
Tel: (01588) 630128
Jacs Collins
thegallerybc.co.uk

Stocks a wide selection from the work of the very best contemporary Designer-Makers and Artists. We have an excellent range of ceramics, glass, and jewellery. We also show original Artworks and prints, woodwork, textiles and designer home furnishings.
Open Thurs-Sat. 11.00am-5pm. Also open occasional Tuesdays, some Sundays and Bank Holidays-please phone to check.
Credit Cards accepted
the gallery bishops castle

Ark Antiques
Market Square
Bishop's Castle
Tel: (01588) 638608

Country furniture and cottage smalls, brass, copper, needlework, rugs, dairy items, Staffordshire figures, country pottery, metalwork, iron & brass bedsteads and things curious.
Open Bank Holidays, Tues, Thurs, Fri and Sat 10.30am - 4.30 pm Mon, Wed and Sun by appointment.
 

McCullock Rose
Market Square
Bishop's Castle
Tel: (01588) 630120
Alexander McBarnet

Country antiques, furniture, glass, ceramics, treen metalware, rugs, pictures, collectors and architectural items.
Open Mon - Sun 11.00am - 1.00pm
 


Susie Da Vinci
Market Square
07970 153145
Susan Davies
dsmdavies@aol.com

A changing stock of lighting, mirrors, painted furniture, chandeliers, linens and textiles and French things. Also vintage jewellery and jewellery handmade from collectible vintage beads, semi-precious stones and silver.
Open Tues. Thurs. Fri. & Sat. 10.00 am - 5.00 pm. longer hours in summer.

Judith Bishop Knitwear
Bishops Castle
judithbishopknitwear.co.uk

Hand framed or hand knitted knitwear in alpaca or merino wool. Also shawls, scarves and alpaca socks.  

Gwythers Shoes
Church Street
Tel: (01588) 638273

Al,l types of footwear - K, Clarks, Lotus, Rohde, Ecco, Padders, Gabor, Loake, Alfred Sargent, AI Tec Sports - work boots and water proofs by Gelert and Flexothene. Hiking boots and socks a speciality. We also sell lingerie by Slenderella, Caressa, Triumph and Sloggi. Shoe repairs and key cutting. Open 9.00 p.m,. to 5.30 p.m. Monday to Sat except closed 1.00 p.m. - 2.00 p.m. each day and closed Wednesday afternoon  
Norman Jones
Station Street
(01588) 638677
Mobile: 07971 252069

Sale and repair of new and used domestic appliances - e.g. cookers, washers, dryers etc. Vacuum bags and other accessories in stock.
Open Mon 2.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. Fri 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. & 2.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m,. Sat 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m
 
The Happy Bap
33-35, High Street
High St. (01588) 638822
info@thehappybap.com
Mr. S. Whittingham
Sandwich shop specialising in local, organic produce where possible and
Fair Trade teas and coffees.  Fresh, home made hot soups, cakes and
pastries.  Ever changing menus, juices and smoothies. Packed lunches for
walkers. An internet gallery is available and there is a changing art
exhibition.
Open winter 8.00 a.m. - 2.30 p.m., summer 8.00 a.m. - 3.30 p.m. and Sat
9.00 p.m.- 3.00 p.m. Closed Sun.
 

Abbey Pets
High Street
(01588) 630447
Mobile 07970 962039

All you need for your pet. Free local delivery. Lots of special offers. Also wild bird feed, feeders and nest boxes, animal associated gifts and greeting cards.
Open Mon - Sat 9.45 a.m. - 5.30 p.m. Closed Wednesdays
 

Naiads Well Ltd,
Tel:(01588) 630111
niadswell.co.uk

Ethnic crafts, gifts, candles, crystals, tarot cards, magickal & occult items and books. Hand crafted items made by local pagans. Naiads Well is a warm and friendly place where spirituality is important. Naiad also offers psychic readings and teaches a number of classes including “Pagan Witchcraft”
 

Little Cefn Farm (out of town)
Traditionally Smoked Foods
Hyssington
Peter & Mary Gray
Tel: (01588) 620603
gray@littlecefn.freeserve.co.uk

Traditionally cold smoked meat, poultry and game. Smoked to order and delivered to locations within 30 miles of Little Cefn. Present at Farmers Markets at Bishop's Castle and Ludlow. Home of Little Cefn Pedigree Texel Flock (see website). Orders by telephone or e-mail only.  

Bishop's Castle Market

Every Friday at the Town Hall except for Good Friday and the first Friday in the New Year. Fruit & vegetables. flowers, bakery products and plants.  

Harvest Wholefoods (out of town)
Lydham
SY9 5HB
Tel: (01588) 638990

We are a large, friendly and helpful wholefood shop offering a huge range of GM free and organic products. We also sell herbs, natural remedies, books, terracotta cookware, gardening supplies, slippers, crystals etc. Special dietary foods and bulk discounts also available. Open Mon to Sat 9.00 a.m. - 5.30 p.m.  
     

Services

Castle Cars
Station Street
Tel: (01588) 638072

castlecarsbishopscastle.co.uk

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

Specialists in used cars and light commercial sales. We stock a varied range prepared to a high standard. Our workshop offers servicing, MOT preparation, general and accident repairs, tyres, batteries, and exhausts. Cycles, parts and accessories available in our showroom. Open Mon to Fri 8.30 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. Sat 8.30 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. 2.00 p.m. - 5.30 p.m.  

Snows Solicitors,
The Old Picture House,
High Street
(01588) 638425
www.snowssolicitors.co.uk

Sponsor of Bishops Castle Leaflet

Solicitors and Commissioners for Oaths offering a reliable and sympathetic approach to your legal problems.
Country property specialists
Dedicated matrimonial department
Appointments not always necessary and home visits by arrangement.
Open Mon to Fri 9.00a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

 

Bishops Castle IT Resource Centre
Enterprise House, Station Street
Tel/Fax (01588) 638038

www.bishopscastle.co.uk

Computer Training and Consultancy, Office Services, B&W/Colour Photocopy, email, Internet access, fax and PC Hire. Apple Mac Support too.
Also Village Outreach Project (01588) 630097 hiring equipment to event organisers - marquees, PA, disco, tables, chairs etc
Open Mon/Wed/Thur 9.00am - 5.00pm, Tue/Fri 9.00am - 7.30pm, Saturday 10.00am - 1.00pm.

 

Halls
43 Church Street
(01588) 638639/638755

www.hallsestateagents.co.uk

Autioneers, valuers, surveyors, land and estate agents offering a professional service in residential sales and lettings, agricultural property sales, livestock auction sales and fine art and chattel auction sales.
Open Mon - Fri 9.00am - 5.15pm
 

The Marches Centre for Complementary Medicine
at The Pharmacy
Church Street
(01588) 638408

We offer a wide range of complimentary therapies: Acupuncture, Alexander Technique, Allergy Testing, Aromatherapy, Beauty Therapy, Colonic Irrigation, Homoeopathy, Hydrotherm Massage, Kinesiology, Rebirthing, Reflexology, Reilki, Shiatsu and Stress Management. Nutritional counselling, aqua detox aqua detox, osteopathy, colonic . hydrotherapy, Bowen technique.
Wed 8.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Sat 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Open Mon - Sat 8.30am - 6.00pm. Telephone for an appointment.

 

Norman R. Lloyd and Co
31, High Street
Tel (01588) 638511
Fax (01588) 638889
www.normanlloyd.com

Land and estate agents, valuers, chartered surveyors, and auctioneers. For all your property needs - residential sales and lettings; Home Buyers and building surveys undertaken, commercial sales and lettings - with professional and friendly service.
Open Mon - Fri 9.00a.m. - 5.00p.m.
 
Bubbles & Co.
Hair Stylists
15, High Street
Stockists of Tigi and ghd products. - Thurs 10.a.m. - 7.30 p.m.

 

Studio 2 Hair Stylists
Church Street
Lindsay Barker-Jones
Tel: (01588 630140)

Professional and creative hairdressings using the latest colouring, cutting and perming techniques.
Open Tues - Sat 9.00 a.m. - 5.30 p.m. Late nights Thurs and Fri. Senior Citizens Wed.
 

McCartneys
2, The Square
Tel: (01588) 630070
Simon Smith
www.mccartneys.co.uk

Auctioneers, chartered surveyors and estate agents offering a friendly and professional service in: All property sales All property lettings All property matters including surveys and other professional work. Open Mon to Fri 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Sat 9.30 a.m. - 12.30 a.m.

P. Harris Insurance Brokers
30, Church Street
Tel: (01588) 638778

Insurance brokers - all general insurances. Nationwide Buidling Society - savings, current, treasurers and tax efficient accounts. Open Mon to Fri 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Sat 9.00 a.m - 12.00 noon.  
Drovers Travel
44 Church Street
01588 630333
Fax 01588 630300
enquiries@droverstravel.gtmail.co.uk
One Stop Travel Shop, part of The Global Travel Group plc. Offering flights, accommodation, transfers, package holidays and cruises featuring all the major tour operators as well as many small independent operators and exclusive access to our own in-house Triton Holidays.
Open Mon - Sat 9.00 - 5.00 pm.
 

Harry Tuffins Garage
Church Street
Tel: (01588) 630390
admin@harrytuffins.co.uk

Open 7 days a week for low price petrol, derv, domestic fuel & gas available on the forecourt. Look for the Harry Tuffins bargains with a friendly service. Most credit cards accepted.

Open Mon to Sat 7.00 am - 8.00 pm Sun 9.00 am - 6.00 pm

 

A & J Hemmings Garage (2000) Ltd.
Church Street
Tel: (01588) 638707

MOT Centre, vehicle repairs and servicing, tyres, exhausts and batteries. Open Mon to Fri 8.30 a.m. - 5.50 p.m. Sat 9.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.  

The Living Village Trust Ltd.
Castle Green
Tel: (01588) 638958

The Living Village Trust in creating a new neighbourhood in BishopÕs Castle at The Wintles. Houses there will combine environmental and ecological standards with a convivial place to live, sharing woodlands and orchards which will also enhance the wildlife.  

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This site is the official web site for Bishop's Castle. Content is approved by the Bishop's Castle Tourism Group. The Town Council pages are supplied by the Town Clerk and events are submitted by the organisers. We aim to keep the information as up-to-date as possible but please check with individual suppliers of services before visiting us.

For more details contact Jane Carroll:
Bishop's Castle Tourist Information Point
Tel: 01588 638467 (0044 1588 638467)
Fax: 01588 630126 (0044 1588 630126)
email jane@oldtime.co.uk

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