The 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 InfoShropshire 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 […]
Read MoreCan 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 InfoShropshire’s ancient woodlands are home to some of the UK’s most magnificent bluebell displays. This springtime unfurling is at its peak from mid-April to early May making it the idea time to book a stay and go a-wandering in the woods. Visit Shropshire’s top suggestions include: Sallow Coppice in the South Shropshire Hills For a proper […]
Read MoreForget your worries in this spacious and tranquil retreat. Set in the most beautiful Shropshire countryside, it is the perfect location to relax. If you are more energetic why not explore the area on foot on the many hiking routes or bring your bike and cycle around the stunning landscape Originally part of the Kenley […]
More InfoWed 15th March – Coalbrookdale’s Glass Classroom, 2.30pm The Smithemans of Little Wenlock, a talk by the joint Lords of Manor Of Madeley with the Brook family – Neil Clarke. A small charge […]
In 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 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 MoreCelebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pop in for a FREE children’s activity with materials supplied for making red, white, blue and gold paper crowns inside the Museum. The activity is […]
Shropshire is a treasure trove of intriguing and often rather quirky facts. For example, did you know that Salop is an old name for the county? And that Shropshire residents are called Salopians? We’ve put together 20 more “did you know?” nuggets of information about various aspects of Shropshire – including its countryside, history, culture, […]
Read MoreEllesmere’s small batch distillery has had a change of spirit launching their first ever vodka, plus a new grapefruit and hop gin The award-winning spirit producers at The Shropshire Distillery, have released their first vodka, along with a new grapefruit and hop gin. The family-run distillery has been handcrafting spirits in Ellesmere since […]
Read MoreCrisp air, foggy mornings, and beautiful views – an invigorating winter walk is the perfect way to experience your doorstep this season. So, head out on one of these head-clearing strolls around your local area. Here are Shropshire’s best winter walks! North Shropshire winter walks Ellesmere has a wide variety of walking routes with some […]
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