Shropshire Attractions and Activites

Soulton Long Barrow is the first and only long barrow in use within Shropshire. The handcrafted structure provides a destination for rituals of thanksgiving for life and love lost. Practically, Read more…

The beautiful timber-framed St Peter’s Church is located in the village of Melverley, Shropshire. The current church was constructed  in 1406 and is one of the oldest of its type Read more…

The Stiperstones are a series of  rocky outcrops spread along a beautiful ridge in South Shropshire with stunning views over Shropshire Hills and the Welsh border. The site is a Read more…

Shrewsbury Prison is a recently (2013) decommissioned Victorian jail where you can walk in the footsteps of our social history and listen whilst an ex prison officer shines a light Read more…

Wildegoose Garden and Nursery is a beautifully restored walled garden with plant nursery Brought back from the brink in 2013, the Walled Garden at Millichope Park set amongst the Shropshire Read more…

Experienced Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbal medicine dispenser, Amanda Hair LicAc, MBAcC, Dipherbs, is now practising in Shropshire. Based from The Mayfair Centre in Church Stretton and The Centre for Integral Read more…

Regional Transport is a bus and coach company based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. We operate Shropshire’s only sightseeing bus tour. The tour runs from Shrewsbury to Ironbridge via Much Wenlock on the Read more…

Drummond Outdoor Kayak & Canoe Centre – Original Paddlesport Specialist Providing courses, guiding and hire Read more…

English Heritage’s Langley Chapel was constructed in 1601 and located in a remote part of Shropshire near to the village of Acton Burnell. It is  is notable for having a complete Read more…

The National Trust’s Kinver Edge is a remnant of the Mercian forest and contains two Iron Age hillforts. It is also home to the last troglodyte dwellings occupied in England, with a Read more…

Ruins of the medieval Hopton Castle, besieged during and destroyed during the English Civil War. The Hopton Castle Preservation Trust secured recently funds from the Heritage Lottery fund and other sources Read more…

Flounders’ Folly is an imposing stone tower located on Callow Hill, near Craven Arms.  Constructed in 1838 by Benjamin Flounders , was restored in 2004-2005 by the Flounders’ Folly Trust Read more…

One of the biggest raised bogs in Britain. Its astonishingly varied wildlife makes it a place of international importance. Located on the Shropshire-Wales border close to Whitchurch. Read more…

Remains of a medieval castle located on a hilltop above the town of Llangollen just across the Shropshire border in Denbighshire, Wales. Read more…

Alderford is a private lake located near Whitchurch in North Shropshire. The complex offers lakeside walks and wild swimming. Visitors are welcome to bring their own canoes & kayaks. There Read more…

The impressive 70 foot high Chirk Aqueduct carries the Llangollen Canal across the English-Welsh border over the Ceiriog Valley. Read more…

Caer Caradoc is an impressive 1,506ft (459 m) hill located close to Church Stretton.  Popular with walkers, the summit offers spectacular views over the town and the Shropshire countryside. The Read more…

Bury Ditches is an ancient Iron Age hill fort located between Clun and Bishop’s Castle in the Shropshire Hills. Dating from around 500 BC the site is managed by the Forestry Read more…

Located just across the southern Shropshire border, the arboretum is set in 134 acres with more than 3,000 tree & shrub species, a variety of pools & extensive footpaths. Read more…

Artshack, based in a rural Shropshire location just outside of Shrewsbury, is a unique environment where you can create, play and develop your artistic ability in a warm, friendly, cake-filled  Read more…

  At the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, just 25 minutes from Shrewsbury, there are gleaming locomotives hissing with steam. There are also comfortable carriages, heated in cold weather or Read more…

This unique shop is home to a huge range of traditional and limited edition teddy bears, Cheeky Bears, Punkie bears and unusual Merrythought soft toys. All of the current collection Read more…

Hire a canoe or kayak on a full day 16 mile route or a short course 8½ mile route and enjoy the beautiful Shropshire countryside. Also providing mini-raft hire (2-5 Read more…

Enjoy a walk around one of Shropshire’s most beautiful meres. Colemere is almost completely surrounded by mature woodland. The site attracts a variety of wildfowl and waders, including snipe, curlew, goldeneye, Read more…

National Trust, Victorian manor house & Garden. Read more…

This amazing canal in the sky was designed and built by Thomas Telford and Williams Jessop and is now a World Heritage Site.  You can either walk across, if you Read more…

Plant Centre & Tea Room. A collection of roses renowned across the world! Read more…

Horse drawn canal boat trips, day boat hire and Tea Room. Read more…

A small informal museum with around 60 vehicles including cars, motorcycles, invalid carriages and pedal cars.   Read more…

The Wrekin is an iconic Shropshire hill located near Telford. The wooded ridge offers a challenging but manageable climb and beautiful natural surroundings.  Very popular with walkers and fantastic views from Read more…

English Heritage Castle & woodland park located near Tarporley in Cheshire Read more…

National Trust country house and gardens located near Leominster in Herefordshire. Read more…

National Trust Castle & Parkland located near Leominster in Herefordshire.   Read more…

Bridgnorth Tae Kwon-Do is run by a young family who are Bridgnorth born and bred! The Principal Instructor, Gary Plant, is a 4th Degree Black Belt who started martial arts Read more…

A Shropshire haven for all book and music lovers! Much More Books Ltd is a family business that has been trading for over 10 years selling out of print, second-hand Read more…

We are Ludlow’s premier play centre, with a three-tiered jungle themed soft play experience and a separate area for toddlers. Ideal for children of all ages up to and including 12 Read more…

Welcome to Black Hawk Laser. We are based in Oswestry, Shropshire at Unit 4 Mile Oak Industrial Estate. Laser tag gaming is perfect for parties, groups and individuals. It can Read more…

Darky Dale Forest Stables is set in the most beautiful forestry setting allowing miles of fantastic off road tracks and bridle paths to explore within the stunning South Shropshire countryside Read more…

Excalibur Martial Arts is a thriving family run Tae Kwon Do school based at Bridgnorth Endowed Sports and Leisure Centre. If you’d like to find out what Tae Kwon Do Read more…

The Maurice Chandler Sports and Leisure Centre is a registered charity run by a volunteer management committee. The centre has been serving the community since the 1960’s. The Centre is Read more…

The amazing British Ironworks Centre offers free admission. Enjoy a stunning collection of animal sculptures spread over the extensive gardens. The indoor showroom is crammed full of wonderful ‘must have’ Read more…

Qube is an Oswestry based charity serving the needs of the local community through: Arts and health: art exhibitions in our contemporary gallery space, creative workshops and events, arts in Read more…

The town of Broseley, once part of the Shirlett Royal Forest as recorded in the Domesday Book, was to see enormous expansion during the Industrial Revolution – indeed, in 1600, Read more…

This North Shropshire market town has many splendid buildings dating from Medieval, Tudor and Georgian times. Whitchurch is amongst the oldest continually inhabited towns in the country. Within the town Read more…

North Shropshire Market Town, famed for connection with Sweet Peas. This North Shropshire market town originated as a Saxon settlement. The town was virtually demolished as a result of battle Read more…

Modern Town located in the heart of Shropshire In sharp contrast to the surrounding countryside, Telford is a modern town with all the usual shopping and business facilities. Its central Read more…

Birthplace of Charles Darwin, Shrewsbury is set amidst the glorious Shropshire countryside near to the Welsh Borders and is one of England’s finest medieval market towns. Shrewsbury Visitor Attractions The town Read more…

The market town of Shifnal originally developed as a staging post on the main London to Holyhead trading route. A scattering of quaint black and white buildings still survive amongst Read more…

The vibrant border market town of Oswestry sits between the patchwork plains of Shropshire and the hill country of the Welsh borders. Since The Middle Ages Oswestry has been a Read more…

Newport is a small market town located near to the Staffordshire border. Its origins date back to the 12th century, but many of the original buildings were destroyed by a Read more…

A quintessentially English town, off the beaten track and the birthplace of William Penny Brookes,the inspiration for the modern Olympic Movement. Do you want to remember or experience for the Read more…

North Shropshire market town. Located in North Shropshire, Market Drayton is a traditional Shropshire market town with origins dating back to before the Domesday book. Modern buildings in the town Read more…

Ludlow is arguably one of the finest historic towns in England with a wealth of beautiful period buildings. Centrepiece to the town is the dramatic medieval Ludlow Castle, perched on Read more…

One of Shropshire’s top attractions, the Ironbridge Gorge is known throughout the world as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. But please do not be deceived by our heritage. Nowadays Read more…

A traditional market town with a mix of Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings. Main attractions are the Mere with its Visitor Centre and the Llangollen Canal. The Mere is one Read more…

Craven Arms is located in South Shropshire on the main A49 Shrewsbury to Ludlow road. The name originates from the 17th century Craven Arms Inn and it was the creation Read more…

Tranquil, pretty community overlooked by spectacular castle ruins. Most people think of Clun as a village, but it has the distinction of being granted a very early town charter in Read more…

Located under the shadow of the Clee Hills in South Shropshire, Cleobury Mortimer’s most striking landmark is the twisted spire of the Parish Church. Though classed as a town, the Read more…

Church Stretton – at the heart of the Shropshire Hills Designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Shropshire Hills are recognised as one of Britain’s finest landscapes. It’s Read more…

Bridgnorth sits high on a sandstone cliff with spectacular views of the Severn Valley. The town is divided in two – a high town and low town. There are caves, Read more…

The small market town of Bishop’s Castle is located in South Shropshire, close to the Welsh Border. The nearby Shropshire Hills are popular with walkers and the town is an Read more…

Roman name “Viroconium”, the excavated remains of the second largest Roman city in Britain. Impressive ruins include 2nd century baths and remains of a huge gateway. A replica Roman Town Read more…

Where nursery rhymes and fairy tales come to life. Discover favourite characters and their houses. Visit the dinosaurs in Dinosaur valley, the Dragon’s crazy castle or indoor soft play area. Read more…

Manufacturers of The Williams Etching Press, a high quality press suitable for lithography,collagraphy, and dry point. Read more…

Stunning formal gardens located near Market Drayton.  Covering 4 acres, it consists of a series of linked garden “rooms” filled with modern planting, Plants are available for sale in the Read more…

English Heritage – The ruins of a late 12th -century church of the small priory of Augustinian canonesses. Located halfway between the A41 and A5 north of Albrighton Read more…

The strikingly picturesque and romantic ruins are steeped in history with tales of bitter border warfare, romance and legend. Enjoy a stroll around the the grounds and visit the excellent Read more…

National Trust. Secluded Elizabethan Manor House, home of Thomas Smallman, a Royalist Major in the Civil War. Now also a YHA youth hostel. Read more…

Striking 17th century country house, set in 1,000 acres of stunning Capability Brown styled gardens and parkland. Also art gallery, deli and restaurant. Events throughout the year. Read more…

English Heritage. Magnificent remains of large Cluniac Priory in a beautiful setting close to Much Wenlock Town Centre. Audio tours available. Read more…

If the kids are getting a bit weary of all the history and beautiful views in Shropshire, why not treat them to a drive on the wild side! Just across Read more…

Traditional home-thown pottery for sale. Cafe. Read more…

Wenlock Edge is a long wooded escarpment stretching from The Wrekin to Craven Arms offering woodland walks, stunning views and flower-rich grasslands. The limestone ridge is the remains of a Read more…

The Welsh Guards Collection is a magnificent exhibition of uniforms, arms, artefacts and memorabilia, which depict ‘the life in the Welsh Guards’ since its formation in 1915. Located at Park Read more…

We offer a complete design service for your outdoor space. From initial consultation to the final stages of planting – we aim to please! Also garden artifacts for sale. See Read more…

Contemporary theatre in a stunning riverside location. Owned by Shropshire Council. The main auditorium seats 638, over three levels, and features a busy schedule of music, theatre and comedy. Regular Read more…

Unique theatre located on the cliff between High Town and Low Town in Bridgnorth Read more…

Historical centre of Shrewsbury with regular events and markets throughout the year Read more…

Over 200 years ago natural bitumen trickled like treacle into pools. It was turned into pitch, lamp black and rheumatics remedies. Now you can walk along this brick-lined tunnel where Read more…

The Shropshire Golf Centre Read more…

A series of seasonal Shuttle Bus Services offering easy access into the Shropshire Hills. Perfect for walking, shopping, sightseeing, pub lunches, picnics and more! Read more…

Stunning town centre park in a unique setting by the River Severn. Walk along tree lined avenues and relax in  the beautiful Dingle garden with its spectacular bedding displays, alpine Read more…

Centrepiece to Shrewsbury’s Square the Hall originally served as a cloth market. Now beautifully refurbished, the building serves as an arts venue and café, showcasing films and digital media. Read more…

One of Shropshire’s most icon landmarks. The world’s first Iron Bridge was built by Abraham Darby III in 1779. Today it is closed to vehicle traffic but you can walk Read more…

Entertainment and theatre venue. Read more…

Enviromental craft centre offering workshops and products for sale. Cafe and woodland walks. Read more…

Working with musicians and media artists, the Hive Music and Media Centre aims to give young people opportunities to learn, develop skills, have fun and be creative. Read more…

Vibrant arts centre with cinema screenings, performances, workshops and art gallery. Read more…

Based on beautiful Wenlock Edge in Shropshire, The centre offers a huge range of activities including Quad Biking / Trekking, Mountain Boarding / Grass boarding, 4x Mountain Biking, Clay Pigeon Read more…

The Bog Visitor Centre, in the shadow of the Stiperstones in Shropshire, is a gas-lit Victorian former school which is one of the few remaining buildings of a lost lead Read more…

Located at the Nant Nawr Visitor Centre near Oswestry, the Tanat Valley Light Railway is the last remaining section of the ‘Old Potts’ which ran in its heyday from the Read more…

Shropshire’s only ice rink Read more…

Canoe UK Ltd, which incorporates the Sun Valley and Severn Valley Canoeing Companies, has over 27 years of experience in running canoe trips on the River Severn at Bridgnorth, Shropshire, Read more…

National Trust: late Victorian  villa which has survived largely unaltered. The house is packed full with everyday items belonging to the families who lived here, The grounds are a mini Read more…

A stunning example of Victorian architecture and film location for ‘Atonement’, the Grade II listed mansion, gardens and landscaped parkland is open on regular dates (or by appointment) for guided Read more…

Beautiful Georgian church overlooking The Quarry. Open to visitors and regular events thoughout the year. Read more…

English Heritage. Beautiful perfectly preserved 13th-century fortified manor house – the best example of its type in England. Set in the stunning south Shropshire countryside. Read more…

Professional skydiving centre based at Tilstock Airfield on the A41, 3 miles south of Whitchurch. Read more…

The Romans started mining here and the mine continued until 1955 when underground operations ceased. Located in the beautiful South Shropshire Hills, the surface and underground have been preserved by Read more…

Shropshire Wildlife Trust is county’s leading environmental charity. Based at the visitor centre in Shrewsbury they also have branches throughout the county and care for 37 local nature reserves. Read more…