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Severn Valley Railway
Jul 23rd 2022 9:00am - 11:00am

Birmingham 2022 Queen's Baton Relay at the Severn Valley Railway

Want to be part of something special this year? The Severn Valley Railway will be kicking off its Summer of Sport with the momentous arrival of the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s […]

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Car free walks: great walks from train stations in Shropshire

Leave the car at home, pull on your walking boots and hop on the train to discover some of the best walks in Shropshire that can be easily accessed by West Midlands Railway. Shifnal Station to Ironbridge Starting outside the station, this walk takes you through the little town of Shifnal, through the countryside and […]

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Shropshire welcomes… lovers of market towns

A 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 […]

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Coalport

Coalport Station Holidays

Coalport Station Holidays – your ticket to an extraordinary experience. Recently featured in The Guardian. Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages in the grounds of the old Great Western Railway at Coalport. Come and stay in one of the renovated railway carriages and relax in comfort surrounded by two acres […]

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Festival Drayton Centre, Market Drayton
Apr 13th 2024 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Old Herbaceous at Festival Drayton Centre

Described as “Downton Abbey with gardening tips”, Old Herbaceous is the humorous love story of a single-minded yet gentle man with a passion for plants and is a charming one man […]

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Stunning 3,000-year-old gold pendant to go on public display for the first time

Stunning 3,000-year-old gold pendant to go on public display for the first time   Rare 3,000-year-old sun pendant to be displayed to the public for the first time at Shropshire Council’s Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery as part of the British Museum’s National Programmes. Shrewsbury Museum will also be fundraising to acquire other finds close […]

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Rails to Relaxation: Discovering Oswestry's Tranquil Charm

Nestled on the border of Shropshire and Wales, Oswestry beckons with its historic charm and picturesque landscapes. But what if we told you that the journey to this delightful town could be just as enchanting as the destination? Explore Oswestry through the lens of train travel, combining the nostalgia of the railway with the rich […]

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Shropshire Welcomes... Amblers & Ramblers

Shropshire is one of England’s least densely populated counties. It’s a deeply rural part of the world. Encompassing verdant hills, ancient woodlands, windswept moorland and mysterious lakes, the scenery can be spectacular. A quarter of the county is covered by the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, much of which is just as beautiful […]

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Old Hand & Diamond combines a stay with a Morgan Driving Experience

A Welsh border hospitality business is offering holiday breaks with a difference for British classic car enthusiasts. Ian Morris, owner of the Old Hand & Diamond Inn at Coedway, on the Wales-England border between Welshpool and Shrewsbury, introduces guests to the Morgan Driving Experience. Guests are able to combine a one or two night bed […]

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Oswestry

Old Oswestry Hill Fort

Old Oswestry Hillfort – this spectacular, dramatic & mysterious 3,000-year-old hill fort marks the beginning of one of Britain’s oldest settlements, Oswestry. Old Oswestry was built and occupied during the Iron Age (800 BC to AD 43) and is one of the best-preserved hill forts in Britain. It is on the outskirts of town and […]

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Severn Valley Railway
Mar 12th 2023 11:00am - 6:00pm

1940s Photography Workshop

Capture your greatest shots and step back in time for a fantastic photography workshop! We’ve teamed up with Lee Chapman of Chappers Photography, an experienced photographer and fully qualified lecturer […]

Severn Valley Railway
May 7th 2023 11:00am - 6:00pm

Coronation Photography Workshop

Capture the excitement of the King’s Coronation at the Severn Valley Railway The Severn Valley Railway have teamed up with Lee Chapman of Chappers Photography for a truly unique workshop […]

Winter sunrise from the Wrekin ❤️ 

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Embark on a journey through Ludlow's enchanting streets on a sunny Saturday market day! 🌞✨ 

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. 

Ludlow's picturesque streets are a canvas of culture waiting to be explored! 🛍️🍽️ 

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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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