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An Ode to Newport, Shropshire — From All of Us at Barbers Estate Agents

Ah, Newport. Our beloved north Shropshire gem — where the coffee is strong, the neighbours are friendly, and the loudest thing you’ll hear on a Sunday morning is the church bells or someone enthusiastically mowing the lawn.

At Barbers, we’ve been helping people find their perfect homes in Newport for generations, and we can honestly say: there’s nowhere quite like it.

A (Mostly True) History Lesson

Newport’s roots stretch back to 1135, when it was granted a market charter — proof that people have been gathering here to chat, trade, and put the world to rights for nearly 900 years.

The town grew up around its coaching inns and canal — those same waterways that now provide peaceful walks, lazy summer picnics, and a view worth slowing down for.

Five (Genuinely Interesting) Facts About Newport

1. It’s steeped in history. Newport’s Georgian buildings give the town centre its timeless charm — all red brick, sash windows, and just enough character to make every street look ready for a postcard.
2. Lilleshall Abbey is just down the road. Founded in 1148, it’s now one of Shropshire’s prettiest ruins (and a great place to pretend you’re in a BBC period drama).
3. The schools are exceptional. With Haberdashers’ Adams, Newport Girls’ High, and Burton Borough, education here is second to none. Parents move here for a reason — and they tend to stay!
4. The High Street has heart. It’s home to independent shopping  gems and , Jones Fish & Chips— a perfect blend of small-town warmth and modern charm.
5. It’s officially one of the happiest places to live in the UK. (Yes, really — Rightmove said so.) We’re pretty sure the friendly locals, great schools, and countryside views have something to do with it.

Why We Love It Here

• The Community: Newport is the kind of place where people say hello in the street — and mean it. It’s friendly, familiar, and full of life.
• The Countryside: Just minutes from town you’ll find rolling fields, scenic walks, and that lovely Shropshire peace that makes you exhale the moment you see it.
• The Food and Drink: Whether it’s coffee and cake, a pub lunch at The Fox, or fish and chips by the canal, Newport knows how to feed the soul.
• The Convenience: Telford, Stafford and Shrewsbury are all nearby, and Birmingham’s less than an hour away. You get the countryside calm without losing city convenience.
• The Schools (again!): They really are that good — so good, in fact, they deserve a second mention.

In Short — An Ode from the Heart

Newport is where old meets new, countryside meets convenience, and neighbours still wave when you drive past (even if you’ve forgotten who they are for a moment).

It’s a town that has grown gracefully, kept its charm, and embraced its community spirit.

Here’s to Newport, Shropshire —
Where happiness is a habit,
History is just part of the view,
And home really does mean something.

At Barbers Estate Agents, we’re proud to call Newport home — and even prouder to help others discover why it’s such a wonderful place to live.

Call Mark on 01952 820239 if you are thinking of buying or selling or renting in Newport.