Shropshire welcomes… romantic couples If you’re looking to get away for some quality time with someone you love, head to Shropshire. The county has all sorts of places to stay that are perfect for kindling or reviving a bit of romance in a relationship. We’ve picked out ten that are really special for a getaway […]
Read MoreThe Castle Hotel in Bishops Castle, has fourteen delightful en-suite bedrooms, three bustling bars, a fine oak panelled restaurant and one of the finest hotel gardens in the land. We also have two cottage available to let, just across the square. The hotel is suffused with that elusive “I’ve got away from it all” feeling. […]
More InfoPen-y-Dyffryn Hotel offers relaxing and high quality hotel short breaks. That’s all we do – no weddings, conferences or anything else to distract you. The hotel’s countryside setting and soothing ambience guarantee that elusive “away from it all” feeling. Great food, (Two AA Rosettes), luxurious bedrooms and personal service are a given. For that extra […]
More InfoA 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 MoreThe March of the Elephants’ – Bishop’s Castle Art Trail ‘The March of the Elephants’ is a project to create a world-class elephant-inspired trail of varied artworks carefully placed around the picturesque town of Bishop’s Castle. The name is a play on the Shropshire Marches. Project background – why elephants? Bishop’s Castle has a rich […]
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 MoreHadley Park House Hotel is an award-winning four-star luxury hotel and wedding venue in Telford, Shropshire. Many have described our Telford hotel as a hidden gem set within 2 acres of landscaped gardens. As an independently owned Shropshire hotel, we strive to provide a welcoming, comfortable and relaxing stay; guests are more than just a […]
More Info– Family visits increase by more than 50% over the past decade – – 18 sites enjoy record-breaking year, including Tintagel Castle and Lindisfarne Priory, as well as lesser-known gems such as Wroxeter and Stokesay Castle – English Heritage welcomed more families to its historic sites last year than ever before, the charity announced today (7 […]
Read MoreBishop’s Castle – an unspoilt medieval delight! Moving to Bishop’s Castle two years ago, I felt as if I had come home. It is the most welcoming place I have ever been. Bishop’s Castle is an unspoilt, working town dating from the Medieval period. Built on a very steep hill, it is surrounded by […]
Read MorePark House Hotel Shifnal is at the heart of the beautiful Shropshire countryside, and our guests are at the heart of everything we do Our Stylish hotel is full of character. Mixing contemporary fabrics and design with the 17th century neoclassical style, to create a stunning venue for your hotel stay, business trip, wedding or […]
More InfoIn 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 MoreThe Feathers Hotel is a stunning facility, packed with history, charm and culture and can be found nestled away in the picturesque market town of Ludlow. Originally built in 1619, our Grade I listed, half-timbered hotel has recently undergone a huge £2.7m makeover but has, without doubt, retained all of its personality and iconic features. […]
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