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The suburb of Harlescott, Shrewsbury
Introduction
Map of Harlescott, Shrewsbury in 1938
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This Ordnance Survey map of 1938 shows northern Shrewsbury at the end of a period of rapid change and just before the second world war halted further large scale building for many years. (Image courtesy of Ordnance Survey)
This Ordnance Survey map of 1938 shows northern Shrewsbury at the end of a period of rapid change and just before the second world war halted further large scale building for many years. (Image courtesy of Ordnance Survey)
Harlescott is a suburb of Shrewsbury situated on the northern side of the town. The name is derived from an old Scandinavian name and means the cottage of Heorulaf. It started to be developed in the 1920’s. Prior to this it was mainly an agricultural area with a small village situated along Harlescott Lane. In the 1850’s it had a carpenter, bootmaker and publican. (Bagshaws 1851 trade directory)
The area is continuing to develop with new industrial sites at Battlefield, sports facilities and retail areas.
To view an interactive map of Harlescott click on the "Maps" button then "Interactive map of Harlescott, Shrewsbury".