Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
About the Business
Welcome to Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, an iconic institution located in Spring Gardens, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. Our establishment is a unique combination of a cafe, museum, and tourist attraction, making it the perfect place for a memorable visit.
The Flaxmill Maltings has a rich history, dating back to the 18th century, and was once a significant manufacturer of linen and then malt. Today, it has been transformed into the perfect space for food, art, culture, and heritage. As a visitor, you will get to explore the fascinating heritage of this Grade I listed site, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, sample delicious food, and immerse yourself in Shrewsbury's vibrant community.
One of the highlights of our institution is The Friends of the Flaxmill Maltings museum. This museum offers a unique glimpse into the site's past, featuring exhibits, archival materials, and interactive displays that bring the site's history to life. You can easily spend hours exploring the museum and learning about the site's important role in the growth and development of the city of Shrewsbury.
Our cafe offers a cozy and relaxed atmosphere, where guests can sit, relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, made by our skilled baristas, paired with mouth-watering snacks and pastries. We also serve light meals and salads, alongside wholesome soups made from fresh, local ingredients.
Moreover, Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings is a popular tourist attraction, providing visitors with an insight into the town's fascinating history and rich cultural heritage. Our team of friendly staff members is always on hand to answer any questions, provide guidance, and ensure that you have a wonderful and fulfilling experience.
Whether you are a local, a tourist, or a resident, we invite you to come and visit us at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings. We are confident that you will love the ambience, the history, and the hospitality of our establishment, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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Location & Phone number
Spring Gardens, Shrewsbury SY1 2SZ, United Kingdom
Hours open
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Reviews
"Excellent interpretation throughout. More than several hours of artifacts, reading, video, interactive displays. First class cafe and toilets"
"We called in at the Flaxmill one Sunday afternoon for coffee and found it modern,airy and colourful.Plenty of choice of seating in the cafe as well as a good choice of cakes,coffees and hot food.The staff were helpful and looked to be enjoying the whole new experience.There are two entrances into the cafe,front and back and you can also enter the museum from here.The carpark is huge but unfortunately it's a bit of a hike from the rear of the premises and difficult to find .We parked on the main road."
"What an astonishing story - the first iron framed building in the world, the ancestor of all modern cityscapes. In little old Shrewsbury! Knowledgeable and passionate staff. I wish their beautiful display of flax style stake lights were available to buy! Add the amazing vegetarian cafe and there is so much to like. The holiday activities for young people and interactive displays were enjoyed by our teens."
"An opportunity to catch up on history. The first "sky scraper" in the world. Fascinating exhibits and an excellent cafe. Everything about the place is first class!"
"An interesting insight into past industrial heritage but I found the interpretive space lacking in detail and the audio-visual presentation was just light and noise, it would have been more meaningful with some explanation. The cafe is nice but over emphasis on vegan food in my opinion. Despite the size of the building only the cafe and exhibition space is open so no real experience of the size and scale of industrial past."
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