Places to go in Shropshire
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.
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One of the Midlands' greatest country houses. The attractive Georgian mansion reflects the taste and judgement of …
- Garden
- Historic building
In 1986 the pivotal importance of Ironbridge at the birth of the Industrial Revolution was recognised when a …
- Leisure attraction
Shrewsbury Abbey retains all the splendour, majesty and beguiling sense of mystery that one would expect from an …
- Historic building
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
17th century manor with an unexpected collection of contemporary art. The 17th century mansion does not disappoint …
- Garden
- Historic building
Spectacular old quarries with cliffs towering over the village. The site was designated a nature reserve more than …
- Nature reserve
Longdon-on-Tern Aqueduct is only known by the most ardent waterway enthusiasts, but its place in history merits a …
- Historic structure
The dyke dates to about AD800, when King Offa of Mercia decided to construct the 168-mile mound and ditch as the …
- Historic structure
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