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Hicks Farm is a quiet livestock farm situated on the borders of the three counties Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys. Here the beautiful Marches landscape greets you as soon as you step outside the front door.
On the farm you will find Rose Cottage and Orchard House. Both properties are homely and superbly equipped, sleeping 7 and 14 plus cots respectively. Each has its own large private garden, well fenced to provide a safe haven for children and pets alike.
In particular, Orchard House’s ground floor is wheelchair friendly and has a downstairs bedroom suite. Hearing aid users also have the benefit of fitted hearing loops in the ground floor rooms.
Rose Cottage also has a BBQ cabin in its garden. Near the play area there is a much larger one which will accommodate everyone from both properties for inside BBQing or sitting round the glowing charcoals (this one also has a bar area with glassware and crockery for you to create your own Bar).
The larger cabin is just for Orchard House guests when the properties are booked separately!
The properties can be booked individually or together for larger get-togethers or celebrations. As we can sleep up to 21 adults the dining area in Orchard House’s large farmhouse kitchen will seat everyone. To make life easier outside caterers are happy to come and cook for you “at home” – leaving you to relax and enjoy the party!
Our large indoor swimming pool and games room are a real plus for all generations and open all year – a great facility whatever the weather!
Younger visitors can also enjoy the outside play area and sandpit. Buckets and nets in hand we regularly see our guests, of all ages, setting off to delight in the good old-fashioned pastime of “fishing” in the streams as they enjoy “freedom of the farm” during their stay!
We are a working farm so at various times throughout the year you may be lucky enough to bottle feed a lamb, collect fresh eggs or scratch a pig behind the ear – but it is not compulsory!
Please do visit our website where you will find lots of photos, more information about the leisure facilities, the properties and their bedroom layouts.
We feel sure that once you have discovered what we have to offer, you will not need to look any further for your party venue or that special place to stay on holiday.
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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🌸✨ Mark your calendars for a bloomin` good time at Frankly Alpacas – it`s Springtime Fun on the Farm! 🦙💐
Join Frankly Alpacas Monday 12th - Sunday 18th and Monday 25th of March - Sunday 7th of April for an unforgettable experience with alpacas, lambs, and adorable Dexter cows. Get up close and personal with these furry friends through farm tours and hands-on encounters. It`s a day filled with smiles, laughter, and the joy of Spring in the air. Don`t miss out on this farmtastic adventure!
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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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Embark on an extraordinary half-term adventure at the enchanting Hawkstone Park Follies! 🌲✨
This hidden gem invites you to explore a sprawling landscape filled with magical surprises. Hawskstone Park Follies are offering 50% off general admission from February 9th to 18th, making it the perfect opportunity to uncover the mysteries that await.
Set in 100 acres of Parkland The Follies is a range of dramatic and rugged natural sandstone hills that were developed to include gullies, caves, towers and bridges, becoming one of the most visited landscapes in Britain during the 19th Century. However, throughout the 20th Century this romantic landscape became forgotten, overgrown and ruinous, unvisited by all but the locals.
Now recognised as a Masterpiece of the School of Naturalistic Landscape and designated as a Grade I listed landscape by English Heritage, this magical and exhilarating landscape had a new lease of life with a multi-million pound restoration project enabling it to reopen to visitors in 1993. Overgrown but never fully forgotten, pathways were cleared, gullies reopened and handrails reinstalled to allow visitors to enjoy the spectacular views and surprises that The Follies reveals around every corner.
Friends of the Follies can also enjoy special annual pass upgrade offers available at the gate, ensuring that the magic doesn`t end after one visit!
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🌲✨ Join The Gruffalo on a birthday adventure at Haughmond Hill! 🎉🎈
Celebrating 25 years of magical tales, Forestry England presents a brand new family trail for an unforgettable experience in the deep dark woods.
Follow the path from the visitor car park, embark on a quest to find party items, and help choose the perfect present for the Gruffalo. 🐭🎁
Enjoy fun, games, and discover the wonders of forest life along the way. Don`t forget your activity pack for just £4 at Haughmond Hill Café—it`s packed with party-ready surprises! 🎂🌳
Warm up, bundle up, and make this winter a Gruffalo birthday celebration to remember! ❄️
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