Shropshire justice & public safety directory

Q: How do I contact the police in Shropshire?

In an emergency always call 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or contact West Mercia Police at www.westmercia.police.uk.

Q: Where is the nearest court in Shropshire?

Shrewsbury Crown Court is the nearest, about 1.6 km away. See the full list of nearby courts above.

Q: How can I get legal aid in Shropshire?

Many of the solicitors listed above are legal-aid providers. Contact a firm directly to check eligibility, or browse all solicitors for more options.

Q: How do I visit someone in prison near Shropshire?

Stoke Heath is the nearest prison (about 23.4 km away). Visits must usually be booked in advance — see the prison page for details.

Your central source for justice and public-safety services in Shropshire. Find local police, courts, custody centres, prisons and legal help — in one place.

1Police Force

5Courts

4Custody Centres

1Prison

8+Legal Providers

County in Midland, England & Wales Population: 528k+

Nearest Police Force

West Mercia Police

Primary Force

Headquarters: Hindlip Hall, Hindlip, Worcester, WR3 8SP

West Mercia Police, formerly known as West Mercia Constabulary, is the territorial police force responsible for policing the counties of Herefordshire, Shropshire (including Telford and Wrekin) and Worcestershire in England.

Website:www.westmercia.police.uk

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Nearest Courts

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Shrewsbury Crown Court

1.6 miles away

Crown Court

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Stafford Crown Court

43.7 miles away

Crown Court

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Wolverhampton Crown Court

44.6 miles away

Crown Court

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Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court

51.9 miles away

Crown Court

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Chester Crown Court

53.8 miles away

Crown Court

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Nearest Custody Centres

Shrewsbury Police Station Clive Road, Shrewsbury, SY2 5RW

0.8 mi

Shrewsbury Police Station Clive Road, Monkmoor, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY2 5RW

1.8 mi

Malinsgate (Telford) Police Station Malinsgate, Telford, Shropshire TF3 4HW

20.4 mi

Telford Police Station Malinsgate, Telford, TF3 4HW

21 mi

Nearest Prison

Stoke Heath

23.4 miles away

HMP/YOI Stoke Heath, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 2JL

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Legal Solicitors & Legal Help in Shropshire

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W M B Law LTD

Legal Aid Provider

Criminal DefenceFamily

Shrewsbury

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Clarkes LLP

Legal Aid Provider

Criminal DefenceFamily

Shrewsbury

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BENNETT'S LEGAL LIMITED

Solicitor

Litigation - OtherEmployment

Shrewsbury

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LANYON BOWDLER LLP

Legal Aid Provider

Clinical NegligenceProbate and Estate AdministrationFamily+8

SHREWSBURY

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Venture Mediation

Legal Aid Provider

Mediation

Shrewsbury

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Hatchers Compliance LTD

Solicitor

Property - Commercial

SHREWSBURY

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HATCHERS SOLICITORS LLP

Legal Aid Provider

Criminal DefenceFamilyLandlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic)+9

Shrewsbury

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GRAHAM WITHERS & CO INC WARREN UPTON & GARSIDE

Solicitor

Property - CommercialMental HealthWills, Trusts and Tax Planning+4

Shrewsbury

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About Shropshire

Shropshire is a county in England. This directory connects you to local justice services including police, courts, custody centres, prisons and trusted legal professionals.

Local police, courts & legal help in one place
Access to legal-aid & private solicitors
Transparent, independent & community focused

County at a glance

Area3,488 sq km
Population528,407
Police ForceWest Mercia Police
Court Locations5 nearby
Prisons1 nearby

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Frequently asked questions

How do I contact the police in Shropshire?

Where is the nearest court in Shropshire?

How can I get legal aid in Shropshire?

How do I visit someone in prison near Shropshire?