She then took a brief tour of the market, browsing through various stalls selling food, artisan goods, jewelry, and crafts, all while being serenaded by the Shrewsbury Brass band.
The Shrewsbury Farmers Market, which has been held in The Square for nearly two decades, has flourished into one of the premier markets in the region, attracting about forty traders who set up shop on the first Friday of each month.
Following her market visit, Her Majesty proceeded to the Old Market Hall where she graciously signed the visitors' book, a space that Queen Elizabeth II had also signed back in 1952.
She then met with members of the local Bee Keepers’ Association.
The Queen continued her engagements by exploring the recently renovated Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, a Historic England flagship heritage project housing eight listed buildings.
This site, the world’s first iron-framed building constructed between 1796-1797, served as a pioneering precursor to modern-day skyscrapers.
In 2022, marking 225 years since its original opening, the Flaxmill Maltings welcomed the public to discover its pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution, underscoring Shrewsbury and the Midlands' significant contributions to global manufacturing and innovation.
To cap off the day, Her Majesty met with volunteers from the Royal Voluntary Service’s Shropshire Good Neighbours Service, culminating in the unveiling of a plaque commemorating her visit.