Ironbridge
Is one place you must visit as it is the birthplace of the famous iron bridge! There are little shops for that special gift, charming pubs for you to enjoy a drink with a nice pub meal.
Then you can enjoy a visit to one of the local museums that are in and around Ironbridge telling you first hand all it’s local history.
Finally you could enjoy a walk along the banks of the Severn..
For More information about Ironbridge contact.
Ironbridge Gorge Visitor Information centre.
or visit the local website www.visitironbridge.co.uk
Bridgnorth
Bridgnorth is two towns: the High Town and the Low Town.
Enjoy walks down the banks of the River Severn;
Many of their 16th and 17th century houses still remain.
To reach the top you can walk or us the famous Bridgnorth Cliff Railway which is over a 100 years old. Then enjoy a walk round the local shops. Followed by a stop off at one of the many cafes or pubs. Enjoy what Bridgnorth has to offer
For more information visit www.visitbridgnorth.co.uk
The National trust
You may even think of becoming an member as Shropshire has some lovely local places to visit. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/
Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury is Shropshire's county town and is almost an island, encapsulated as it is in the meandering loop of the River Severn. Charles Darwin was born here and his statue sits outside Shrewsbury Library watching over his town.
Local website www.shrewsburyguide.info
Telford
Named after Thomas Telford the renowned civil engineer, Telford's gleaming buildings and hi tech businesses mark it out as a town for the future. One of the UK's fastest growing and most successful new towns
Telford Town Centre : www.telfordshopping.co.uk/shops/
Church Stretton
Church Stretton, with its picturesque surrounding it’s an excellent base for the country lover or sportsman alike, in all seasons. Cross-country routes are well marked for hikers, horse riders, mountain bikes, and naturalists. The Long Mynd, which rises above the west of the town, is renowned for its wild uplands and breathtaking views.
Visit the website www.churchstretton.co.uk
Nearby and within easy reach are:-
Merry Hill & Telford Shopping Centre are two of the major shopping centres in the region, Telford is home to one of the country's largest animated clocks. Both centres have over 160 stores including House of Fraser, Debenhams, M&S and Zara to name but a few of the top brand names.
Merry Hill: http://uk.westfield.com/merryhill/
Telford Town Centre: http://telfordshopping.co.uk/shops/
The Royal Airforce Museum at Cosford
With over 80 aircraft and flight interactive fun for every men in the family young or old.
For more information visit www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford
Weston Park
A Ancestral home of the Earls of Bradford and venue for many events, concerts and the occasional world summit.
For more information http://www.weston-park.com/
The Severn Valley Railway
Shropshire’s premier steam railway, 16 miles of glorious countryside and restored stations.
http://www.svr.co.uk/besides.
Hawkstone Historic Park and Follies
Wooded magical land of grottoes, caves, cliffs and follies. Setting for the TV Chronicles of Narnia.
For more information visit http://www.principal-hayley.com/venues-and-hotels/hawkstone-park.
Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom
Is a lovely place to spend with the children. See newborn lambs or watch sheep racing!
http://www.hoofarm.com/