Looking for things to do in Shropshire? With UNESCO World Heritage Sites, areas of outstanding natural beauty, and the best preserved Steam Train network in England, Shropshire has it all. Ironbridge Gorge was awarded World Heritage status for its role as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, it also boasts the world’s oldest working cast iron bridge, as its name might suggest. You can also enjoy the legacy of industry by driving your own steam train, or dine in style on the Severn Railway as you enjoy the sights of V-shaped valleys in the Shropshire countryside.
Shropshire
Shropshire
Looking for things to do in Shropshire? With UNESCO World Heritage Sites, areas of outstanding natural beauty, and the best preserved Steam Train network in England, Shropshire has it all. Ironbridge Gorge was awarded World Heritage status for its role as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, it also boasts the world’s oldest working cast iron bridge, as its name might suggest. You can also enjoy the legacy of industry by driving your own steam train, or dine in style on the Severn Railway as you enjoy the sights of V-shaped valleys in the Shropshire countryside.
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Experience a quintessentially English Christmas
Visit the small market town of Much Wenlock for festive trinkets, hand-made gifts and sweet and savoury snacks at its Christmas Fayre.
Location: Much Wenlock, Shropshire
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A luxury B&B for you and your horse
Tugford is a family run working farm that has both a B&B and holiday cottages as well as a purpose built stabling and livery.
Location: Craven Arms, Shropshire
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Pick up traditional rural skills on a Shropshire working farm
Ever wanted to rear pigs, make cider or preserve fruits? Take a traditional skills workshop at Acton Scott to learn how to live the ‘the good life’.
Location: Acton Scott, Shropshire
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See Quantum Leap, unveiled to mark Darwin’s bicentenary
Quantum Leap was unveiled in Mardol Quay Gardens, Shrewsbury to mark Charles Darwin’s bicentenary in 2009.
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
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Visit the Dorothy Clive garden
The Dorothy Clive Garden was created as a demonstration of love. Discover the intimacy and tranquillity of this special garden.
Location: Market Drayton, Shropshire
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Visit the first ‘Royal Oak’ and Boscobel House & Gardens
Take a trip to Boscobel House where Charles II took refuge.
Location: Bishops Wood, Shropshire
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Enjoy four-star dining at Albright Hussey Manor Hotel
From the minute you drive over the bridge spanning the Tudor Moat and walk into this impressive Manor Hotel; you’ll be transported into foodie heaven.
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
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Discover the Ellesmere Sculpture Trail
The Ellesmere Sculpture Trail is a series of sculptures by contemporary artists who took their inspiration from the landscape.
Location: Ellesmere, Shropshire
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Go mountain boarding in Wenlock Edge
As the name ‘The Edge’ suggests mountain boarding down Wenlock Edge is both a test of nerves and an adrenalin pumping generator.
Location: Much Wenlock, Shropshire
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Cycle through a World Heritage Site
Cycling enthusiasts of all abilities enjoy traffic-free rides and gradients of less than 2% on this 2.5-hour cycle route from Telford to Ironbridge.
Location: Ironbridge Gorge, Shropshire
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Meet artisan food experts at Ludlow Food Centre
Watch artisans and chefs work their magic and then stock up on delicious breads, cheeses and preserves in Ludlow, Shropshire’s gastronomic capital.
Location: Ludlow, Shropshire
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Tour the 18th century Walled Gardens at the Apley Estate
Take a guided tour of the Walled Gardens on the Apley Estate, sample its produce at The Creamery Café or buy your own from Apley Farm Shop.
Location: Apley, Shropshire
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A stately experience at Weston Park
See what it is like to live like an Earl in this beautiful stately home.
Location: Weston under Lizard, Shropshire
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Uncover hidden foodie pleasures at The Pheasant at Neenton
Discover this hidden rural pub that has been lovingly restored and reopened by its proud village residents.
Location: Bridgnorth, Shropshire
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Enjoy a foodie break at Fishmore Hall's Hotel
Fishmore Hall is a privately-owned boutique country house hotel that is loved by foodies, and has unrivalled views over stunning Shropshire countryside.
Location: Ludlow, Shropshire
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Plan a day of horse riding with Country Treks
Horse riding in the beautiful South Shropshire countryside is something quite special indeed and is great way to admire the scenery.
Location: Stottesdon, Shropshire
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Take a trip to Ludlow Food Centre
A farm shop like no other, Ludlow Food Centre is situated in Shropshire’s gastronomic capital of Ludlow.
Location: Ludlow, Shropshire
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Enjoy a relaxing rural break at Goldstone Hall Hotel
Indulge in a countryside break at Goldstone Hall Hotel, winner of "The Small Hotel of the Year for The Heart of England West Midlands Region".
Location: Market Drayton, Shrosphire
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Get on your bike along the Mercian Way
Discover ancient woodland and the Severn Valley Railway cycling from the Wyre Forest to Bridgnorth and back again.
Location: Bridgnorth, Shropshire
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Meet the Romans at Wroxeter Roman City
See the city that the Romans built for us - once the fourth largest city in Roman Britain.
Location: Wroxeter, Shropshire
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