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An abundant choice of activities in Shropshire means your visit can be as adventurous or as relaxing as you choose. Or a mixture of both, of course. For every visitor, every mood, every type of holiday, Shropshire has myriad activities to make your time here special. Explore Shropshire by leg power. We have seemingly infinite footpaths for walking, cycle paths for pedalling and wonderful bridleways for horseriding. It’s the perfect way to slow down and admire our county’s beauty up close, hedgerow by hedgerow. If you have young children, they may love meeting animals at one of Shropshire’s family-friendly farm parks. Or climbing a hill or exploring castle ruins. Shropshire is liberating and exhilarating for children: help them escape roads and crowds and let them discover true freedom. Shropshire outdoor leisure activities include mountain boarding, clay pigeon shooting, quad trekking, archery, climbing, paintballing and fishing. You can even glide over the Long Mynd in a two-seat glider. If you love to get out on water, try canoeing, rafting or stand-up paddleboarding on the stunning River Severn. For a more sedate experience, take a narrowboat out on our canals in north Shropshire.Shropshire is home to several highly regarded golf courses. One Shropshire golf course, in the Welsh Marches, features a hole where you can stand with one leg in England, the other in Wales. Now you know about activities in Shropshire, the only question is: which one will you do first?

Ironbridge

Shropshire Raft Tours

Shropshire Raft Tours welcomes you to our canoe and kayak hire, mini-raft hire and mega stand up paddle board hire all along the beautiful River Severn. Your 7 mile trip starts in Coalport and finishes in Bridgnorth.  We provide all the equipment including free minibus transport. We allow up to 4 hours to paddle the […]

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Ironbridge

Blists Hill Victorian Town

Travel back in time to experience the sights, sounds and smells of Victorian life. Enjoy a fun day out and experience what life was like in 1900 under the reign of Queen Victoria. Meet our Victorian townsfolk and find out how key technological advances and industry changed lives. Step into our Victorian shops, homes and […]

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Shrewsbury

Hencote

Set high above Shrewsbury and the Shropshire countryside, the Hencote estate is a reminder of what England, at its best, has to offer. An insistence on authenticity and a keen eye for detail has driven the creation of this unique English experience that comprises wine tasting, vineyard tours, a hilltop restaurant and luxury accommodation. Stroll […]

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Church Stretton

The Outdoor Depot

The Outdoor Depot is an independent family run outdoor shop, based in Church Stretton in the heart of the Shropshire Hills since 1998. Focusing on supplying the best quality kit for outdoor adventures, we offer custom boot fitting by appointment in store.

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Ludlow

Ludlow Brewery

Independent brewery and unique converted Victorian railway shed tap house, close to Ludlow railway Station. Open 7 days a week for beers, drinks and bar snacks, with ample on-site parking in front and behind the brewery. Brewery shop & take out beers; brewery tours available (ring 01584 873 291 or email in advance to book).

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Ellesmere

The Shropshire Distillery

HONESTY • TRANSPARENCY • PROVENANCE The Shropshire Distillery is where we conceive, create and craft all of our premium award-winning gins, liqueurs and spirits. We also have an  array of immersive distillery experiences available right in the heart of our Ellesmere Distillery. From the selection process to the final pour, every step is executed with precision […]

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Oswestry

Rednal Karting Oswestry

1100 metre outdoor circuit with great facilities perfect for Birthday Parties, Stag Do’s & Corporate Team Building. Rednal Karting is situated on the Rednal Industrial Estate just off the A5 near Oswestry. The track is over 1km long and consists off two long straights and some great technical areas. The team at Rednal Karting are […]

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Shrewsbury

PGL Boreatton Park, Shropshire

Ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Shropshire? Enter PGL Boreatton Park.  Offering 240 acres of non-stop action and adventure, PGL Boreatton Park is ideally placed to offer unforgettable Kids Camps for kids aged 8 to 16 years old and the best residential breaks for schools and Youth and Uniform Groups across Shropshire. PGL’s biggest […]

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SHREWSBURY

Battlefield 1403 Farm shop

Battlefield 1403 is more than just a farm shop, it’s one of the best butcheries in the UK, a well stocked deli counter, a shop full of speciality great tasting local food and drink, a museum celebrating the Battle of Shrewsbury, a Falconry Centre, Archie Sparrow’s trail for children, our Woodshed which is now a cosy under cover space for […]

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Shrewsbury

The Quarry

The Quarry is Shrewsbury’s beautiful, 29-acre parkland, encircled by the majestic loop of the river Severn. The Quarry has been Shrewsbury’s most important site for recreation since the 16th Century. It still provides the perfect place to relax, enjoy walks, picnic, fish along the banks of the River Severn, or just let off steam. At […]

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Oswestry

Cae Glas Park

In the heart of Oswestry Town is Cae Glas Park. This much loved park is a magnet for all. Walk through the memorial gardens with their stunning flower displays and then pause at the life size bronze sculpture of Wilfred Owen, the war poet, born in Oswestry in 1893. Walk on to the central green […]

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Ironbridge

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Get closer to the material that helped make the world we live in today Is iron the greatest material ever made? Decide for yourself by visiting our museum. Find out how iron, and particularly Coalbrookdale iron, changed the course of the world. See stunning exhibits, exquisite art castings and functional cookware all made from iron. […]

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Oswestry

Lion Quays Resort

Lion Quays Resort is a truly magnificent setting for a romantic break, a pampered spa weekend away or a family stay set in stunning Shropshire countryside. Lion Quays also proves as an amazing waterside setting for peaceful business meetings or as a breathtaking and spacious backdrop for your wedding or special occasion. A natural antidote […]

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Witness the lively atmosphere as local traders bring colors and flavors to the scene. Explore quaint independent shops, bask in the aromatic charm of cafes, and savor culinary delights at local restaurants. 

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"🏰✨ Dive into the heart of Shrewsbury's Castle Quarter – the epicenter of history and grandeur! 🏰 Home to four of the town's largest historic treasures – Shrewsbury Castle, Library, Prison, and Train Station. 

Did you know Shrewsbury Castle's foundations were laid in 1083 by the 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, Roger de Montgomery? 
Montgomery, a cousin of William the Conqueror, earned this castle and more as a thank-you for his aid during the Norman conquest.

From royal stronghold to a 16th-century transformation, Shrewsbury Castle has quite the story. Now, it stands majestically, housing the Shropshire Regimental Museum. 👑🏰 Ready to step into the pages of history?

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