Often overlooked, yet a glorious mix-up of England’s best bits, Shropshire is home to the Shropshire Hills (an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), two nature reserves, waterways, ancient woodlands, heritage, and quirky attractions. The West Midlands’ County takes on a beautiful hue in spring, with adventures including: Mini-Beasts and Bird Spotting in the Shropshire […]
Read MoreA key ingredient in what makes Shropshire so enticing to visit is its many historic market towns. The towns are all different in look and feel of course. For one thing, some are large and others are tiny. However, typically they all boast vibrant communities with lots of eye-catching old buildings housing an incredible variety […]
Read MoreIt’s starting to look like a packed October coming up in Shropshire, with a host of adult focused Halloween shenanigans as well as family-friendly half term activities on the horizon, including: HALLOWEEN FOR GROWN UPS A very Dickensian Halloween Tour : This Halloween, in Tanners historic wine shop – which dates back to 1872 and […]
Read MoreBehind the Scenes Store Tour Shropshire Museums Collections Centre Ludlow (First Floor Ludlow Library) 10:00 – 10:45am 12:00 – 12:45pm Ever wondered what Shropshire Museums holds in its vaults? Then […]
Award Winning Eco Friendly and Sustainable Lifestyle Store in the heart of Whitchurch, we pride ourselves on offering unique pieces for you and your home, from Ladies and Men’s clothing, Beauty, Well-being and holistic gifting, Soft Furnishings, Antique Furniture and all encased in a feel good ambience of shopping. If you have time to take […]
More InfoAntique emporiums, sustainable lifestyle stores and creative gift shops are just some of the high street experiences on offer in the North Shropshire town of Whitchurch. Fast becoming an indie shoppers haven, Whitchurch has a wonderful array of unique independent retailers. From small fashion boutiques and traditional toy & book shops to homeware stores and […]
Read MoreIn A Shropshire Lad, a collection of poems published in 1896, AE Housman wrote: “Clunton and Clunbury, Clungunford and Clun, are the quietest places under the sun.” Some 125 years later, down in this idyllic, out-of-the-way corner of south-west Shropshire, it is still very quiet indeed. The same is true across much of the […]
Read MoreEAT OUT TO HELP OUT Running throughout August enjoy 50% off food up to the value of £10. Below are 10 Shropshire restaurants to add to your visit list? 1. Hawkstone Hall & Gardens Located between Shrewsbury and Whitchurch is a chiefly British culinary celebration, using strictly locally sourced and seasonal ingredients sourced straight […]
Read MoreWith many events free and some half price, Shropshire’s half term action this February is perfect for budget-conscious families. Highlights include: Lambing Live at Park Hall Countryside Attraction in Oswestry Every year 16 million ewes give birth in the UK, with lambing taking place anytime between November and May. But at the Park Hall Countryside […]
Read MoreShropshire is hard to beat for an activity-packed break or day out. You can explore the county’s beautiful countryside on thousands of miles of footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways. Or, if you’re an adrenaline seeker, you could take a ride on one of the country’s longest zip lines. If you really want to fly, you […]
Read MoreAutumn in Shropshire is beautiful. And its market towns are no different! a trip to one of our gorgeous market towns in Autumn is a real delight. With leafy streets, mild temperatures and fewer crowds. The towns are all different in look and feel of course. For one thing, some are large and others are […]
Read MoreCrisp air, foggy mornings, and beautiful views – an invigorating winter walk is the perfect way to experience your doorstep this season. So, head out on one of these head-clearing strolls around your local area. Here are Shropshire’s best winter walks! North Shropshire winter walks Ellesmere has a wide variety of walking routes with some […]
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