Places to go near Ellesmere
Explore the historic Ironbridge Gorge on the banks of the Severn, or head slightly outside the Shropshire border for a wealth of attractions along the [/canals-and-rivers/shropshire-union-canal Shropshire Union Canal. Explore an ancient castle, discover a secret government HQ and visit the world's largest floating collection of historic inland waterways craft.
Local attractions
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Everyone should experience a trip over Thomas Telford and William Jessop's awe-inspiring aqueduct, by boat or on …
- Historic structure
One of the many attractive lakes around Ellesmere - popularly known as "Shropshire's Lake District" - Blake Mere, a …
- Nature reserve
Chirk Aqueduct is 70ft high and was completed in 1801 by its architects and builders, Thomas Telford and William …
- Historic structure
Chirk Castle, completed in 1310, is a Marcher castle from the reign of King Edward I. Inside you can visit the …
- Historic building
St Winifred's Well, Woolston bank, Nr Oswestry, is a very rural picturesque quiet spot and site of an ancient well …
- Historic building
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