Location Shropshire
Shropshire Lodges
Located in the West Midlands, Shropshire is a landlocked county and a lovely place to enjoy a short break in the UK. The county is home to the Shropshire Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which covers over one-quarter of the county. With a variety of things to see and do from historic castles to Severn Valley and the Shropshire Hills, this is a beautiful location to visit with loved ones at any time of the year.
Best Things To Do In Shropshire
Ludlow Castle
Ludlow Castle is a stunning medieval castle with dog-friendly and accessible grounds to explore. The ruined medieval castle is located in the town of Ludlow and is one of the finest medieval ruins in England, surrounded by beautiful Shropshire countryside.
Attingham Park
With a magnificent mansion, walled garden, deer park and walking trails set in 200 acres of parkland, Attingham Park is a great place to visit. Explore the mansion and visit the cafe shop and bookshop before you leave.
Royal Air Force Museum
The Royal Air Force Museum is a fantastic museum to visit when you’re in Shropshire. It is a museum dedicated to the history of aviation with a particular focus on the Royal Air Force. There are over 70 aircraft on display to see as well as a range of collections and a shop.
Shropshire Hills
The Shropshire Hills are an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty covering almost one-quarter of Shropshire. Located in the south of the county, this is a beautiful place to visit and explore with plenty of scenic walks to enjoy.
Shrewsbury Castle
Shrewsbury Castle is a red sandstone castle in the medieval town of Shrewsbury that is located on a hill over the River Severn, in the heart of Shropshire. The castle grounds are a great place to visit for scenic walks and the castle has opportunities to learn more about the history of the castle that was built just after the Norman Conquest.
Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery is in the town square of Shrewsbury and has 5 galleries dedicated to the town’s history and a wide range of collections and artefacts to see. The museum is also free to enter and a great way to learn about the history of the area, and good fun as a rainy day activity.
Dudmaston Hall
Dudmaston Hall is a beautiful 17th-century country house with a woodland parkland and formal gardens to explore – there are also dog-friendly areas so you can bring your pooch for some scenic woodland walks. The hall and galleries have magnificent collections of antiques, art, historical artefacts and much more.
Severn Valley Railway
Severn Valley Railway is a heritage steam railway taking guests on a scenic adventure through the Shropshire and Worcestershire countryside. A memorable day out for all the family, this is a highly recommended attraction in Shropshire.
Wonderland
Wonderland is a fun playground in Telford, Shropshire, themed to fairytale characters. The playground has a wonderland maze, walk through dinosaur valley, crazy golf and seasonal events to enjoy with all the family.
The Quarry
A fantastic day out for all ages, the Quarry is a recreational park in Shrewsbury, covering over 29 acres. The parkland is located on the edge of the River Severn, offering scenic riverside walks, and has beautiful gardens to explore.
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