The park's famous sunken garden, The Dingle, was once a limestone quarry that provided stone for the original town walls.
TV gardener Percy Thrower served as the park superintendent for 28 years, overseeing the transformation of the Dingle into its current landscaped form.
The park hosts one of the oldest and largest annual flower shows in the United Kingdom, dating back to the late 19th century.
The river that borders the park creates a natural peninsula, making the site susceptible to seasonal flooding during high-water periods on the Severn.
A statue of Hercules, a copy of the Farnese Hercules, stands as the centerpiece of the Dingle garden.
The Quarry is a 29-acre riverside park located within a meander of the River Severn in Shrewsbury. It features the Dingle, a sunken garden originally a medieval limestone quarry, redesigned in the 1960s by Percy Thrower. The park serves as a hub for local events, including the annual Shrewsbury Flower Show. Extensive riverfront paths provide pedestrian access along the Severn's edge. A dedicated children's play area is located near the park's entrance. The site is maintained as a public space by the local council. It occupies a peninsula position surrounded on three sides by water. The grounds include large flat lawns often used for outdoor recreation.
The view from the top of the Dingle looking down into the sunken garden and the statue of Hercules.
Walk the entire perimeter of the peninsula along the river path to get the best views of the Severn.
Check the local council events calendar before visiting, as the park is frequently closed or restricted for large-scale festivals.
Bring a picnic blanket, as the large lawns are designed for casual recreation.
Do not attempt to walk along the river banks during heavy rain, as paths near the water can become muddy or submerged.
The park remains open year-round, though sections may be restricted during the Shrewsbury Flower Show or due to river flooding.
