St Chad’s is a unique church because it is round. With a capacity of 1200 people the building has the ability to make everybody feel close to the centre of the church. At the heart of St Chad’s spirituality we believe that all are included in the body of Christ. The round setting of the […]
More InfoIf you are looking for a walking break, or day’s walking in the Shropshire Hills, Church Stretton will offer you everything you are looking for. There’s plenty of parking in the town as well as parking at Carding Mill Valley, which is the National Trust’s main car park for the Long Mynd. The encircling hills […]
Read MoreNestled in the heart of the Shropshire Hills, Church Stretton awaits as a picturesque getaway accessible by train. Discover the town’s charm, scenic landscapes, and a blend of activities catering to every budget. Discover the top attractions, accommodation options, and culinary delights that make Church Stretton a hidden gem. As the train winds its way […]
Read MoreThe tranquil ruins of Wenlock Priory stand in a picturesque setting on the fringe of beautiful Much Wenlock. An Anglo-Saxon monastery was founded here in about 680 by King Merewalh of Mercia, whose abbess daughter Milburge was hailed as a saint. Her relics were miraculously re-discovered here in 1101, attracting both pilgrims and prosperity to […]
More InfoCan you name the town that was the inspiration for the modern Olympic Games? If you said Much Wenlock, you’re spot on. At the Much Wenlock Museum you’ll discover how Baron Pierre de Coubertin was inspired to start the modern Olympics when he visited the Much Wenlock Olympian Games. You’ll also find out about the […]
More InfoChurch Stretton is a small historic market town in the heart of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It sits below the heather-clad upland plateau of the Long Mynd in a picturesque valley. It has two Local Nature Reserves immediately adjacent to the town centre, covering some 200 acres, one on the valley […]
Read MoreEach of Shropshire’s visitor information offices is managed by welcoming, friendly staff who are pleased to point the way through our beautiful county. You can pick up local leaflets, maps on walking, cycling and sightseeing, books and often Shropshire souvenirs too. In Shrewsbury the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) is housed in the same building as […]
Read MoreA fab location in the very heart of Church Stretton. The cottage is at the back of a pretty courtyard off the market square right in the center of the town. We’ve recently renovated both the cottage and garden and added a private hot tub area just for guests! We have some lovely pubs, restaurants, […]
More InfoIn order to help you, there are ‘Historic Church Stretton’ information boards fixed to the most interesting buildings around the town and a free audio tour from the Geotourist app on your mobile phone. This will take you on a fascinating hour-long walk around the town centre bringing to life its history of the last […]
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 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 MoreShropshire Welcomes …. The Colours of Autumn There’s nowhere lovelier than the Shropshire countryside in autumn, as the woodland leaves change from green to a palette of oranges, crimsons and scarlets. We’ve picked out the best spots across the county to take in the autumnal colours, whether you’re looking for beautiful hikes, relaxing […]
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