whitchurch - tourism leaflets online · only original vouchers, or those downloaded from the...

Only original vouchers, or those downloaded from the Shropshire Days Out websitecan be accepted. The voucher must be presented on payment and must be handedover for redemption. Voucher is not transferable, for sale or resale or redeemed forcash. The voucher is not valid in conjunction with any other special offer. ShropshireTourism accepts no responsibility, fi nancial or otherwise, for the misuse of vouchers.

Special Offer as stated on participating attractions advertFor terms and conditions of individual special offers see www.shropshiredaysout.co.uk

Special Offer Voucher£

�




�




�




�www.shropshiredaysout.co.uk

Off

a’sD

yke Path

S hro

psh

ire

Way

O ffa’s Dyke

Path

Shr

opsh

ire

Way

Shro

pshi

re Way

ShropshireW

ay

Shropshire Way

Chirk

ELLESMERE

OSWESTRY WEM

NEWPORT

TELFORD

SHREWSBURY

LUDLOW

BRIDGNORTH

KIDDERMINSTER

CLEOBURYMORTIMER

CRAVENARMS

CHURCHSTRETTON

CLUN

BISHOP’SCASTLE

KNIGHTON

MONTGOMERY

WELSHPOOL

IRONBRIDGE

MUCHWENLOCK

Cockshutt

Whixall Prees

Grinshill

Burlton

Harmer Hill

Clive

Nesscliffe

Baschurch

Hodnet

Hinstock

Crudgington

Wellington

Woore

Shawbury

Tilstock

Albrighton

Shifnal

Oakengates

Coalbrookdale

Madeley

Broseley

Buildwas

AtchamWroxeter

Cressage

Bayston Hill

All Stretton

Dorrington

Ratlinghope

Hope Bowdler

Longville

Harley

Middletown

Westbury

Llanymynech

PantKnockin

PontesburyMinsterley

Stiperstones

Chirbury

LittleStretton

Lydham

Churchstoke Wentnor

LydburyNorth

Newcastle

LlanfairWaterdine

Shipton

Munslow

Diddlebury

ActonScott

BucknellLeintwardine

Bromfield

Onibury

Wistanstow

BentlawntMarton

Wooferton TenburyWells

Cleehill

CleoburyNorth

Burwarton

Bewdley

HamptonLoade

Highley

Worfield

Morville

Hadnall

Welshampton

A5

A525

A539

A495

A4

9

A4

1

A525

A41

A52

9

A51

A5

29

A41

A53

A442

B5

47

6

B5063

A4

9

A53

B5062

A519

A518

A5

M54

A5

A5

28

B4397

B5067

A5

A458

A4

83

B5

06

8

B4394

B4386

A488

A4

9

A458

A4

16

9 A464

A4

1

A4

42

A454

A458

A4

42

A458

B4

36

4

B4

36

3

B4368

B4371

A489

A489

B4

38

5A

488

A4

9

B4368

A4117

A456

A456

A456

A4110

A4113

A49 to HEREFORD

to WOLVERHAMPTON

to Stourbridge

to M6

to Stafford

to M6 and STOKE

A525 toNantwich

to Creweto CHESTERto WREXHAM

to LLANGOLLEN andNORTH WALES

to Newport,and the Welsh Coast

to Llandrindod Wells

Brown Moss

Hillfort

Snailbeach

Hillfort

Onny Valley

Wyre Forest

Mamble

The MereL langollenC

anal

M

ontgom

ery

Can

al

ColemereWhitemere

River Sev ern

R iverVyrnwy

Riv

e r Severn

River Teme

Wenlock

Edge

Clee Hill

s

Lon

g M

ynd

Clun Forest

The Wrekin

ShropshireU

nionC

ana

l

CL

WY

D

ST

AF

FS

PO

W

YS

W O R C E ST

ER

H E R E F O R D

WHITCHURCH

MARKETDRAYTON

4 9

15

17

8

22

18

24

10

6

5

1

23

11

1213

21

16

20

2

14

Shropshire Map copyright of Shropshire Tourism (UK) Ltd

3

7

19

✂

Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Post Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

We would like to be able to send you information in the future. If you would prefer not to receive further information from us please tick the box.

✂

Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Post Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


✂

Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Post Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


✂

Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Post Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


Shropshire is simply stuffed full of interesting things to do, amusing sights to see and fun places to visit. This handy little guide will show you some of the very best places to pass the time and keep you and yours entertained. So where to start?

Meet the Victorians at Blists Hill town in Ironbridge – it’s a World Heritage Site where 10 hands-on museums bring the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution to life. More Victorians (along with the animals of course) can be found at Acton Scott, setting for TV’s Victorian Farm.

From farm to plate – Ludlow Food Centre, voted Britain’s Best Farm Shop, will certainly tickle your taste buds and the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre brings food and the landscape of the Shropshire Hills together; it is also home to the impressive Shropshire Mammoth. If you want to pick up a bottle or two of something very special to go with all that food, the Dickensian wine cellars at Tanners in Shrewsbury are just the place to go.

Severn Valley Railway celebrates 50 golden years of steaming through the beautiful Shropshire countryside, whilst RAF Museum Cosford lets you get up close and personal with some of Britain’s most iconic aircraft. For those with energy to burn swinging from the trees at Go Ape, or mountain boarding at the Edge should do the trick.

With over 30 castles and historic properties, numerous gardens and nurseries and 22 unique market towns full of independent shops you may well have to visit Shropshire again and again simply to fit everything in.

P.S. Look out for the discount vouchers and special offers.

Welcome to Shropshire

3

It’s time to come back Blists Hill VICTORIAN TOWN

Ironbridge

Join the Victorians at Blists Hill Victorian Town and discover hands-on design & technology at Enginuity.

Visit www.ironbridge.org.uk, email [email protected] or call 01952 433424

The IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS Coalbrookdale Telford Shropshire TF8 7DQ

4

Café & PlaybarnButcher & Delicatessen• Animals & donkeys

• Clothes & toy shops

• Nature trail

www.apleyfarmshop.co.uk - Norton, TF11 9EF - 01952 730 345Mon-Sat 9.30-5.30pm, Sun & bank holidays 10-4pm

Offer

(take t

his ad

vert)

1 free

hot drin

k

APLEY FARM SHOP11

12 Welshpool & Llanfair Railway

The Station, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys SY21 0SFT: 01938 810441 Timetable & Online Booking www.wllr.org.uk

Enjoy a relaxing day out in the country travelling on a vintage Narrow Gauge Steam Train through the beautiful Banwy Valley amongst the foothills of Mid Wales. Take the opportunity to break your journey at our very popular station tea room which serves excellent value home made snacks plus hot and cold drinks.

Open: Trains run every weekend from Easter - October and Daily during Holidays and Summer months. See timetable on website for full detailsPrices: See website for details. Discounts for online bookingSpecial Offer: 2 Adults travel for the price of 1.

£

NCG ReGioNal maRketiNG W00398PP ShRoPShiRe aDVeRt

kate BakeR aDVeRt PoRtRait 95x102mm Cmyk

BRoNWeN aW 25.2.15

historic Days outDon’t just visit, live it. See the past come to life at Shropshire’s historic properties.

To find out more visit:english-heritage.org.uk/shropshire or telephone 0370 333 1181

Registered charity no. 1140351

W00398P Shropshire Generic 95x102 Portrait Advert.indd 1 25/02/2015 11:43

5-6

22 Ludlow Market

Ludlow Town Council, The Guildhall, Mill Street Ludlow SY8 1AZ E: [email protected] T: 01584 871 972 www.ludlowmarket.co.uk

Ludlow market has been trading for over 900 years at the heart of the historic market town – famous for

its festivals. Open all year round, and trading 6 days a week in the summer, the market is a wonderful place to meet local producers and shop in the picturesque surroundings of Ludlow’s Castle Square.

Open: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: 9am-4pmSome Thursdays & Sundays: 9am-4pm Visit our website for detailsPrices: Free entry

Som

e Thu

rsday

s & Su

nday

s

14 Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom

Preston on the Weald Moors, Telford, Shropshire TF6 6DJ T: 01952 677917 E: [email protected] www.hoofarm.com

Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a family run countryside attraction featuring over 150 species of animal including Lemurs, Meerkats, Otters, Porcupines and Servals. The farm offers both indoor and outdoor demonstrations, play areas, picnic areas, cafe, shop and famous Sheep Steeplechase.

Open: Daily, 21st March - 8th September, 10am - 5.30pmPrices: Adults: £9.95, Children: £9.45, Family: £45 peak (admits 5 people)Special Offer: Free child with a full paying adult (on gate only)

£

* Discounted admission prices if purchased in advance from website

7 Acton Scott Historic Working Farm

Wenlock Lodge, Acton Scott, Nr. Church StrettonSY6 6QN T: 01694 781307 E: [email protected] www.actonscottmuseum.com

A great day out for all the family. Over 23 acres to explore. See rare breed farm animals and majestic heavy horses working and experience life as it would have been on a Victorian Farm. Demonstrations, trails and tours and hands on activities. Lovely café is great for lunch and teas. Famous for BBC2’s Victorian Farm and on BBC1’s Countryfile. Enjoy a day with us, more details on Facebook and Twitter.

Open: 30th Mar to 1st Nov, Sat-Tues 10am-5pm last admission 3.30pm. School holidays & half terms; 7 days a week.Prices: Adults £8.50, Seniors £7.50,Child (4-17) £5.00, Under 4’s free. Family Ticket (2 Adult & 2 Child) £25.00.

8 Bridgnorth Cliff Railway

6A, Castle Terrace, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4AH Station T: 01746 762052 Office T: 01746 762124 www.bridgnorthcliffrailway.co.uk

Since 1892, this feat of Victorian engineering has transported

passengers up and down the 111ft sandstone cliff that separates the two parts of Bridgnorth. Return tickets £1.20.

Open: Summer: Mon - Sat 8am - 8pm Sun 12pm - 8pmWinter: Mon - Sat 8am - 6.30pm Sun 12pm - 6.30pmPrices: Adult £1.20, Child £1.20 (under 6’s free)

16 Land of Lost Content Museum

Market Hall, Market Street, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 9NW T: 01588 676176 E: [email protected] www.lolc.org.uk

A museum like no other – quaint, quirky and brimful of nostalgia. Featured often on TV and in publications. Award winning. Popular culture from the Victorians to the present day, collected by social history expert Stella Mitchell. Suitable for all generations. Friendly café and small gift shop.

Open: February – end of November. Daily 11am – 5pm (last admission 4.15pm). Closed Wednesdays.Prices: Adult £5, Child £2.50, Family tickets available

24

9 17 £The Judge’s Lodging

Broad Street, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2AD T: 01544 260650 E: [email protected] www.judgeslodging.org.uk

Explore the fascinating world of the Victorian judges, their servants and felonious guests at this award winning, totally hands-on, historic house. From the stunning judge’s apartments to the gaslit servants’ quarters, take the ‘eavesdropping’ audio-tour featuring Robert Hardy. Damp cells and vast courtroom included! Winner of Britain’s Best Hidden Gem Award 2014.

Open: 1 Mar - 31 Oct, Tue - Sun & BH Mons 10am - 5pm; 1 - 30 Nov, Wed - Sun 10am - 4pm; 1 - 22 Dec, Sat & Sun 10am - 4pmPrices: Adult £7.50,Child £3.95, Concessions £6.50, Family £20Special Offer: 20% off all admissions with voucher

Our aim at Battlefield 1403 is to create a happy, relaxed and popular visitor destination where everyone feels welcome. This family business is part of a farm that produces beef and lamb on the site of the battle of Shrewsbury. Enjoy the history, the café, the vistor centre, the farm shop & butchery and the Battlefield Walk. Please also visit our café in St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury.

01939 210 905

www.battlefield1403.com

Battlefield 1403

Upper Battlefield

Shrewsbury SY4 3DB

S

S

OPENING TIMES

MON- AT

UN 10.00 - 4.009.30 - 5.30

10 18 Ludlow Castle

Castle Square, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1AY T: 01584 873355 E: [email protected] www.ludlowcastle.com

• Finest medieval ruined castle in Shropshire’s foodie capital

• Discover fascinating history of treachery, love & royalty

• Follow in the footsteps of Kings, Queens, Princes & Knights

• Explore towers, halls & murderholes• Tearoom renowned for afternoon teas

& home-made scones• Events throughout the year –

visit our website for dates & details

Open: Daily from 10am Mar-Dec. Weekends only Jan & Feb. See website for full opening timesPrices: Adult £5.00, Child £2.50, Concessions £4.50, Family £13.50Special Offer: Season ticket available. See website for details.

£

15 Royal Air Force Museum

Cosford, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8UP T: 01902 376 200 E: [email protected] www.rafmuseum.org/cosford

The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford houses an international collection of aircraft in wartime hangars and in the National Cold War Exhibition. This land mark building is the only place in the UK where you can see Britain’s three ‘V’ Bombers: the Vulcan, Victor and Valiant.

Open: (inc Bank Holidays) 10am – 6pm (last admission 5pm) March to October, 10am – 5pm (last admission 4pm) November to February

Prices: Admission is FREE.Parking: £2.50 for up to 3 hours or £3.50 for the day

23 Severn Valley Railway

Severn Valley Railway, Number One, Comberton Place, Kidderminster DY10 1QR T: 01562 757900 www.svr.co.uk

Take an atmospheric steam train journey along the beautiful Severn Valley. Buy your ‘Freedom of the Line’ tickets in advance at www.svr.co.uk or call 01562 757900 or purchase on the day from one of our stations. Pre-book & Save on the prices opposite.Bridgnorth-Bewdley-Kidderminster

Open: Please check our website for operating dates and timesPrices: Adult £19.00, Seniors (60+) £17.00, Child £12.50, Family £55.50 (2 adults, 2,3 or 4 children)

School Road, Craven Arms, SY7 9RS T: 01588 676060 E: [email protected] www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk

20 Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre• Meet the Shropshire Mammoth!

• Local lunches, frothy coffees and Shropshire cream teas

• Gallery and exhibition

• Family friendly events and activities

• Explore the 30 acre meadow beside the River Onny

Open: Daily, 10am - 5pmPrices: FREE ENTRY Charges apply to exhibition only. Adult £3.50, Senior £3.25, Child £3, Under 5s Free, Family ticket £10Special Offer: £1 off adult ticket with this voucher. Expires 1st March 2016

£

19 The Edge Adventure Activities

Newtown House Farm, Shrewsbury Road, Much Wenlock, Shropshire TF13 6DB T: 01952 727491 E: [email protected] www.theedgeadventure.co.uk

Enjoy a huge range of adult and junior activities. We offer Segway, Quad Biking, Mountain Boarding, Sniper Shooting, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Archery, Zip Wire and Team Building activities at our leading activity centre near Much Wenlock. Mix and match from a number of adrenaline pumping activities.

For opening times, prices and packages, please visit our website.

caravan & camping

adventure activities

S Y TC H E

S TO K E S B A R N

2113 Sabrina Boat

Victoria Quay, Nr Welsh Bridge, Shrewsbury, SY3 8LH T: 01743 369741 / 07817 404 599 E: [email protected] www.sabrinaboat.co.uk

Relax on board Sabrina, Shrewsbury’s passenger boat as she sails round the picturesque River Severn loop. This popular 45 minute cruise has live commentary and onboard refreshments. Available for group bookings and private hire.

Open: Mar - Oct. 6 trips every day on the hour from 11am to 4pm. Prices: Adults - £7.50Concessions - £6Child - £3.50 (under 5’s go free)Family - £18 (2 adults, 2 children)Special Offer: Free hot or soft drink for adults (Max 4 people per voucher).

£

1 £

2 £

How to get hereShropshire is on the borders of North Wales and is surrounded by Cheshire, Staffordshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Centrally located, Shropshire is an hour or so from Manchester, only 45 minutes from Birmingham and 30 minutes from Stoke-on-Trent.

By Car: Shropshire connects to the M6 and motorway network via the M54. The A49, A5, A53, A458 all make Shropshire easily accessible.

By Rail: Shropshire is linked by a regular main line rail service with trains to London, the Midlands, Wales, the South West and the North West.

NATIONAL RAIL ENQUIRY SERVICE: 0845 7484950

By Bus & Coach: National Express run coaches into many towns in Shropshire, for all enquiries please call 08717 818178. For details of bus routes and times within the county, call Traveline on 0871 200 2233.

For additional information please visit www.shropshiredaysout.co.uk

Please note that all dates and times are subject to change. For a full list of events in Shropshire please visit www.shropshiredaysout.co.uk

© Published by Shropshire Tourism (UK) Ltd 2015

Shropshire Tourism, Grove House, 8 St Julian’s Friars, Shrewsbury, SY1 1XL

Telephone: 01743 261919 Fax: 01743 261929 Email: [email protected]

Cover Images: Ironbridge Gorge Museums Trust, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Go Ape and Severn Valley Railway.

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication, alterations to prices, etc may occur after press date and it is advisable to confirm information with operators. Inclusion in this brochure does not imply a recommendation. To the extent that this can legitimately be excluded, Shropshire Tourism (UK) Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any holiday loss, injury or damage sustained from whatever cause.

Major Events throughout the County in 2015Traditional Easter Celebrations Blists Hill Victorian Town, 28th March – 12th April, www.ironbridge.org.uk

Shrewsbury International Cartoon Festival 18th April, www.shrewsburycartoonfestival.com

Clun Green Man Festival 2nd – 4th May, www.clungreenman.org.uk

Ludlow Spring Festival 9th – 10th May, www.ludlowspringfestival.co.uk

Shropshire County Agricultural Show 23rd May www.shropshirecountyshow.com

Cosford Air Show (advance tickets only this year) 14th June, www.cosfordairshow.co.uk

Shrewsbury Food Festival 27th – 28th June, www.shrewsburyfoodfestival.co.uk

Wenlock Olympian Games 10th – 12th July, www.wenlock-olympian-society.org.uk

The Eckford Sweet Pea Society of Wem Show 18th – 19th July, 01948 840779

Cosford Food Festival 25th – 26th July, www.rafmuseum.org/cosford

Oswestry Show Showground, Park Hall, 1st August, www.oswestryshow.co.uk

Shrewsbury Folk Festival 28th – 31st August, www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk

Shrewsbury Flower Show 14th – 15th August, www.shrewsburyflowershow.org.uk

County of Salop Steam Rally 30th – 31st August, www.shrewsburysteamrally.co.uk

Heritage Open Days 10th – 13th September, www.heritageopendays.org.uk

Ludlow Food & Drink Festival 11th – 13th September, www.foodfestival.co.uk

Battle of Britain Weekend RAF Museum Cosford, 12th – 13th September, www.rafmuseum.org

Fireworks Night Blists Hill Victorian Town, 7th November, www.ironbridge.org.uk

Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre 28th – 29th November, www.ludlowmedievalchristmas.co.uk

A Selection of Events in Shropshire

£

Looking for somewhere

to stay in Shropshire?

Then visit:

www.visitshropshire.com

Shropshire & the Welsh Borders

visitshropshire.com

2015

whitchurch - tourism leaflets online · only original vouchers, or those downloaded from the...

Documents