Shrewsbury is a historic market town situated on the River Severn in Shropshire. The area is known for its heritage, including the 1403 Battle of Shrewsbury, and its status as a civil parish with a traditional market setting.
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Shrewsbury, a market town and civil parish in Shropshire, England, lies on the River Severn. The town’s history is highlighted by the Battle of Shrewsbury, fought on 21 July 1403, where an army led by King Henry IV faced a rebel force under Henry "Harry Hotspur" Percy. This clash was notable for being the first time English archers fought each other on English soil, reinforcing the longbow’s effectiveness and ending the Percy challenge to the king. As a civil parish, Shrewsbury maintains a market town feel, with local commerce and community life centered around its historic streets. The town’s setting within the SY 4 postal district places it in a region that balances rural surroundings with accessible amenities typical of a market town.