Shropshire is not only a deeply rural corner of England, of rolling hills, ancient woodland and great swathes of prime farmland. The county is also blessed with a plethora of beautiful landscaped parks and spectacular gardens, many of which come with long and interesting histories. We’ve picked out below the best parks and gardens you […]
Read MoreJoin Head Gardener, Ross Underwood, and kitchen gardener, Sarah Smith-Roe, for a guided Garden Tour exploring the award-winning garden and one-acre kitchen garden with its bountiful autumnal produce. This will be followed […]
The Black Bear in Whitchurch is holding a Coronation Garden Party on Monday 8th May at the top of the town’s thriving high street. Acoustic live music will play throughout the day – by JB, who returns again, after last summer to the courtyard. There will be Pimms pitchers, summer garden cocktails, classic British dishes and […]
Read MoreMorris Property & Shrewsbury Food Festival have joined forces to launch a competition to win a new school garden. Primary school aged children are invited to design a new garden area for their school or local community group. The top three designs will be displayed at the Shrewsbury Food Festival on the 24 and […]
Read MoreThe Oteley Estate’s 10 acres of private gardens are once again part of the National Garden Scheme. The garden open day is taking place on Sunday, 7th May from 11am to 4pm. The National Garden Scheme gives visitors access to exceptional private gardens across the UK. The events have raised £67 million for nursing […]
Read MoreGoldstone Hall Country House Hotel is set in five-acre grounds overlooking the tree-strewn, patchwork fields of the north Shropshire countryside in the lee of Goldstone Hill – known locally as the ‘Golden Garden Triangle’. There are 12 comfortable and contemporary bedrooms, a restaurant and an award winning, RHS partner garden. The Gardens are mature, immaculate […]
More InfoSet around a 16th Century Hall (not open to the public), Wollerton Old Hall is a formal, modern garden on an old site. Located in north Shropshire and covering 4 acres, its garden rooms are richly planted with perennials and bursting with design ideas. The garden is renowned for its salvias, clematis and roses, growing […]
More InfoTake a trip to explore McDonald’s Market Drayton, home to Franchisee Matt Winfield’s net-zero restaurant, featuring a Biodiversity Garden and Nature Trail. The Biodiversity Garden and Nature Trail, nestled beside the bustling McDonald’s restaurant, serves as an oasis for local wildlife and a serene space for customers and the community. The dedicated area has been […]
Read MoreWe’re sure you’ve heard the good news – from 12 April 2021, pub gardens and terraces can reopen once again for groups of six, providing it’s safe to do so. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some of the best beer gardens and alfresco dining in Shropshire, to get you in the mood for […]
Read MoreMarket Drayton is a charming market town in Shropshire, England. It is located on the River Tern and is known for its gingerbread, cattle market, and beautiful countryside. If you are planning a visit to Market Drayton, here are five of the top things to do: 1. Visit the Market Drayton Cattle Market The Market […]
Read MoreArboretum planted by Lord Clive of India’s son, Edward in1800. Cascades of rhododendrons and azaleas amongst specimen trees and pools. Fine views of Sir William Chambers’ Clock Towers, with lake […]
Step inside the Combermere Abbey Estate – Treat yourself to the Simple Pleasures in Life and Leave refreshed and rejuvenated. Steeped in a thousand years of English history, come and explore acres of rolling parkland and ancient woodlands alongside spectacular Gothic architecture and enchanting waters an, just waiting for you to discover them down a […]
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