Secluded and peaceful, Shropshire is almost as unspoilt today as it was in the 14th and 15th Centuries. However, if you want to experience  more than the peace and quiet of the countryside, there are many wonderful places to visit and events to enjoy. The Shropshire tourist information given below lists few of our favourites and,  for even more to do, visit South Shropshire's official website.

We try and keep this information as up to date as possible. If you are making a special trip to visit any of these places - please do check Shropshire tourism websites for opening times.

For Foodies

Ludlow Shropshire is of course a beautiful Shropshire town famous for its food. It has  2 Michelin starred restaurants and is an important member of the  Slow Food movement. There are also many other  wonderful pubs and restaurants hidden in lovely locations in the Shropshire Hills. Your host will be able to provide you with details of popular places to eat close to your South Shropshire Accommodation.

The new  Ludlow Food Centre  aims to source 80% of its produce locally or visit the wonderful farm shop at Strefford Hall Farm . The Local to Ludlow  website lists all of our local producers local to Ludlow, Shropshire.

For Garden Lovers

Powis Castle         near Welshpool is a fascinating National Trust property with beautiful gardens, which can be combined with a visit to Coed Y Dinas Garden Cente.

Burford Gardens  near Tenbury contains the national clematis collection as well as over 2000 other varieties of plants, and is within easy reach of the Shropshire tourism providers in the South Shropshire Farm Holiday Group.

The National Trust property Croft Castle also has a beautiful walled garden and parkland that you can walk in. A short 45 minute walk to the top of Croft Ambrey Iron Age Hill Fort will reward you with some tremendous views - apparently you can see 14 counties from here!

 

For Walkers, Cyclists and Horse Riders

We have hundreds of miles of wonderful walks, cycle routes and bridlepaths  in Shropshire including Offa's Dyke, Wild Edric's Way, the Long Mynd and the Shropshire Way. There are Farm Holiday Group properties on or near all of these walks.

Check out our new Shropshire Activity Websites www.shropshirewalking.co.uk, www.shropshirecycling.co.uk, www.shropshireriding.co.uk.

For Housman fans it's possible to do a 15 mile circular route taking in Clun, Clunton, Clunbury and Clungunford. Several of our members have B&Bs and cottages on the route. Rocke Cottage tearooms are at Clungunford and there are pubs at Clun and Clunton.

For History Buffs

The Shropshire Hills has something to interest anyone interested in history whatever your preferred era. From Bury Ditches Hill Fort, dating from the 1st Milleneum BC, Clun Castle built in the 1100s, Stokesay Castle, the best preserved 13th Century Fortified Manor House in England to the neo classical Berrington Hall. Or go back even further and investigate the fascinating geology of the Long Mynd, the Stiperstones and Wenlock Edge - a coral reef that used to neighbour the Seychelles!

For Children

Acton Scott Historic Working Museum  ( closed during the winter  )    is well worth a visit during your stay and especially popular with younger children.

Mickey Millers Barn and Maze  are great for children ( of all ages! )

For Wet Weather

The  Judge's Lodging at Presteigne is a fascinating look back at 1870s England.

In the lovely Shropshire town of Craven Arms you'll enjoy a fascinating walk back through history at the Land of Lost Content      or enjoy a virtual balloon ride over the Shropshire Hills at the Shropshire  Hills Discovery Centre  ( note the Discovery Centre is currently closed for refurbishment )

And what could be nicer that spending a wet day sitting in a cosy tea room , drinking local Shropshire blend tea and homemade cakes? Try Rocke Cottage at Clungunford ( Formerly the Bird on the Rock ) in the Clun Valley or Berrys Coffee House in Church Stretton.

For Railway Enthusiasts

The Heart of Wales      line runs from Shrewsbury to Swansea, passing through some beautiful countryside. Take the train for Sunday Lunch and sleep the journey back to your holiday B&B or cottage on their special rail and roast packages.

If you are an attraction owner who would like to be featured in these Shropshire tourism information pages on our website please contact us to tell us more.

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