She then took a brief tour of the market, exploring various stalls offering food, artisan products, jewelry, and crafts, all while being serenaded by the melodies of the Shrewsbury Brass band.
The Shrewsbury Farmers Market has been a staple in The Square for close to two decades, evolving into a premier market in the region, with approximately forty vendors regularly participating on the first Friday of each month.
Following her market visit, Her Majesty proceeded to the Old Market Hall.
Here, she inscribed her name in the visitors book, a book that was also signed by Queen Elizabeth II back in 1952, before engaging with members of the local Bee Keepers’ Association.
Subsequently, the Queen toured the newly renovated Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, where she interacted with various local volunteer organizations, including the Shrewsbury Food Hub, Shrewsbury Interfaith Forum, Save our Shropshire, and Shropshire Supports Refugees.
The Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings site serves as a flagship heritage revitalization project by Historic England and houses eight listed buildings.
Notably, it stands as the world’s first iron-framed building, constructed in 1796-1797, serving as a precursor to contemporary skyscrapers.
In the year 2022, commemorating 225 years since the Mill's inception, the site was reopened to the public, offering insights into its pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution and emphasizing the Midlands' and Shrewsbury’s significant contributions to global manufacturing and innovation.
Wrapping up her visit, Her Majesty met with volunteers from the Royal Voluntary Service’s (RVS’s) Shropshire Good Neighbours Service, culminating the day by unveiling a plaque to mark her presence at the event.