Shrewsbury Street Pastors

Shrewsbury Street Pastors A Street Pastor is a church member with a concern for society - in particular young people and who is willing to engage people where they are.

Across the country in many towns and cities Street Pastors projects have sprung up as the local church has come together to be a helping hand. In Shrewsbury the Police have approached the Churches and asked us to develop a similar scheme. Shrewsbury Street Pastors aims to have a team of at least 3 people working together out on the streets within the river loop from 10pm-4am. These will be linked

by radio to pub/club doorstaff, the town’s CCTV system and the emergency services in order to help vulnerable people. Ways of helping include being friendly, showing care and finding out what the issues are. Helping people access correct medical services or arranging a taxi or a lift home. Providing water and snacks, or a hot drink / blanket in cold weather, and even flip-flops for ladies who can't wear high heels any longer! There are currently at least 20 Churches supporting this project with clear support from many others and inter-church organisations. The Ascension Trust, which administers the Street Pastor Initiatives throughout the UK, has granted the licence for the Shrewsbury SPI.

Mayor’s Charity Curry Evening – Tuesday 5 May.Join us for the final Mayor’s Charity event of the Mayoral year — a Charit...
28/04/2026

Mayor’s Charity Curry Evening – Tuesday 5 May.

Join us for the final Mayor’s Charity event of the Mayoral year — a Charity Curry Evening at The Masala, St Julian’s Friars, Shrewsbury.

Arrival from 6pm ahead of food being served at 6:30pm.

Tickets cost £20 per person and include poppadom's, a starter, a main course (with four choices available on the night, including vegetarian options), rice and naan.

One last push to raise vital funds for the Mayor’s Charity Fund with funds raised during the evening supporting Shrewsbury Street Pastors and West Mercia Search & Rescue, two fantastic local charities making a real difference in our community.

For tickets and more information, please contact Sally at [email protected]. Telephone: 01743 257655.

Come along and enjoy a great evening whilst supporting two local community charities that play a vital role in keeping people safe and supported across Shrewsbury and the wider area.

We hope to see you there!

Our 6th Mayors Special goes to Shrewsbury Street Pastors. Shrewsbury Street Pastors has retained that constant compass...
28/04/2026

Our 6th Mayors Special goes to Shrewsbury Street Pastors.

Shrewsbury Street Pastors has retained that constant compassionate presence at the heart of our town, particularly during its busiest and most vulnerable hours. As part of the wider network of Street Pastors, the Shrewsbury team gives their time voluntarily to patrol the town centre on weekend evenings, providing practical care, reassurance, and calm support to those who may be distressed, intoxicated, lost, or at risk. Their presence significantly contributes to public safety while also embodying kindness and dignity. With Flip-flops and a lollipop they have the ability to de-escalate tensions before they become serious incidents. They work respectfully alongside local partners including West Mercia Police, the Town Rangers & Taxi Marshals, door staff, and other emergency services, helping to reduce pressure on frontline resources while strengthening collaborative community safety. Their practical interventions foster a culture of care. They listen without judgement. They treat every person they encounter as worthy of respect. In doing so, they help make Shrewsbury’s night-time economy not only safer, but more humane.

More photographs from our friends at Shropshire European Organisation, who were awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary S...
02/03/2026

More photographs from our friends at Shropshire European Organisation, who were awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service — the highest accolade for a voluntary sector organisation.

Steve and Paul were invited to attend the High Sheriff’s Legal Service. After the service, and before afternoon tea, th...
02/03/2026

Steve and Paul were invited to attend the High Sheriff’s Legal Service. After the service, and before afternoon tea, they were photographed in the Chapel at Ellesmere College. Further photographs were taken during tea with Mark Cuthbert Brown, Deputy Lieutenant of Shropshire.

We were honoured and privileged to attend the presentation of the Shropshire European Organisation CIC King’s Award. In ...
02/03/2026

We were honoured and privileged to attend the presentation of the Shropshire European Organisation CIC King’s Award. In 2025, the organisation received the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS), a prestigious recognition of its exceptional voluntary work in the community, especially in supporting and integrating the European community within Shropshire and nearby areas. The award celebrates the remarkable impact that can be achieved when people work together to support their community.

might have been discredited as a bit of a myth after the 'formula' used to identify the saddest day of the year was sh...
19/01/2026

might have been discredited as a bit of a myth after the 'formula' used to identify the saddest day of the year was shown to be little more than a way of encouraging people to book holidays.

But, what if we brought Blue Monday back but made it a POSITIVE thing instead?

You might have noticed blue is *our* colour at Shrewsbury Street Pastors.

So today, on Blue Monday, we're asking you whether you can support us by:

🔷 Spreading the word - let friends, colleagues, anyone you know who goes out in Shrewsbury that if they need help for any reason we're here for them.

🔷 Liking, sharing and commenting on our posts - this again helps more people find out about us.

🔷 Donating - we're a small charity which relies on kind funders, so if you are able to donate then we are truly grateful.

🔷 Volunteering - if you can spare approximately one night a month to help us (and you're over 18, able to get to Shrewsbury town centre, and a regular attendee at a church) then why not enquire about volunteering?

This Sunday at 11am, representatives from Shrewsbury Street Pastors will be attending the Mass at Shrewsbury Cathedral i...
16/01/2026

This Sunday at 11am, representatives from Shrewsbury Street Pastors will be attending the Mass at Shrewsbury Cathedral in celebration of their 170th anniversary 🙏

📣 A special announcement from Shrewsbury Street Pastors 📣We are delighted to confirm the appointment of Paul Bell as our...
15/01/2026

📣 A special announcement from Shrewsbury Street Pastors 📣

We are delighted to confirm the appointment of Paul Bell as our new CEO.

Paul has lots of experience in, and a deep commitment to, faith-led community work including having been a Shrewsbury Street Pastor for the past decade.

In recognition of 12 years of outstanding service to the organisation, our outgoing CEO Steve Jones has been appointed as our charity's patron.

We thank both Paul and Steve for their ongoing contribution to the Street Pastors, and look forward to the excellent work you will no doubt continue to do in your new roles.

Today Steve and Merryn from Shrewsbury Street Pastors had the pleasure of speaking to Trinity Table about the work we do...
06/01/2026

Today Steve and Merryn from Shrewsbury Street Pastors had the pleasure of speaking to Trinity Table about the work we do, how to volunteer, and the fantastic partnerships we have in place with many other organisations.

If your group would like to hear from us, do send us a message and we'd be happy to come along and chat about the Street Pastors!

Thanks to the old post office for drinks and celebrations
01/01/2026

Thanks to the old post office for drinks and celebrations

What a busy December we have had! 🌟1️⃣ A very festive patrol heading out into Shrewsbury overnight.2️⃣ Heading into Tesc...
24/12/2025

What a busy December we have had! 🌟

1️⃣ A very festive patrol heading out into Shrewsbury overnight.
2️⃣ Heading into Tesco in Harlescott for a Christmas collection.
3️⃣ Three wise men spotted outside of Tesco! Thank you to the store for supporting us!
4️⃣ Another festive patrol ready to go.
5️⃣ Our Street Pastors tree beautifully decorated at St Chad's.
6️⃣ Steve, our Director, recording a BBC radio interview!
7️⃣ And a close up of the lovely Street Pastors Christmas tree.

And that just leaves us to wish you a very Merry Christmas, love and peace to you and your families 💙

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White Hart House, Hill's Lane
Shrewsbury
SY11QU

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10pm - 4am

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+441743340145

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