News from the Shropshire Hills

Let the good times roll as you step through the gates at Ludlow Castle, as we have a whole host of special activities and events to keep the whole family engaged and smiling throughout the summer… 16/17th August. This is a drop-in experience so no need to book or reserve a slot. Once the animals […]

A new edition of this popular local walks book for all levels of walker. Fully illustrated with an Ordnance Survey Explorer map for each walk and notes about local wildlife, archaeology, history and literature. All profits go to local charities and good causes. Available from: Clun: Bright Flowers; Caractacus; Craft Creations; The Maltings Café; The

Calling all Holiday businesses.  Get ready for the new visitor season at this Free networking event run by Visit Shropshire Hills Tourism Group.     Pick up new leaflets about attractions in the area for your visitors to use  network with other local tourism businesses,  Free workshop by local marketing expert Johnny Themans of Good2Great on

The Church Stretton Arts Festival starts in less than a month, and tickets are selling fast. No wonder, most of them are cheaper than last year! Festival Vice Chair, Joan Arnfield, says “We urge customers to book quickly while there is still some choice.” This year the festival is presenting some interesting combinations of instruments

Good news has just come in from James Girling of the Meraki Duo: “Meera and I just wanted to share with you that we had the honour of receiving 1st prize in the International Chamber Music Competition for Flute & Guitar (II Concurs Internacional de Música Cambra Flauta & Guitarra), last weekend in Spain. It

Tickets for Church Stretton Arts Festival events are selling briskly with inflation beating ticket prices set lower than they were last year! The Festival runs from 29th July to 12th August inclusive. This year’s offerings range from a family friendly matinee at only £3 per head to a rousing finale featuring “the best klezmer and

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Enjoy Free Yogalates, Local Christmas Fayres and National Trust Christmas Displays When You Book To Stay at Eaton Manor. Eaton Manor recommends: Winter Festival, Ludlow Town 25th to 27th November 2022 Enjoy live performances at Ludlow Winter Festival, as well as a Christmas Bazaar, an Artisan Makers Market and plenty of eateries where you can

Are you looking for an affordable day out? Why not take advantage of our Free Coffee Concerts in the morning and visit the Art Exhibition for only £1.00 in the afternoon? The Coffee Concerts take place in St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton at 10.15 every morning from Monday 25th till Saturday 30 July. Berry’s Coffee

Tickets are now on sale for The Church Stretton Arts Festival which runs from 23rd July to 13th August. The associated Art, Crafts and Photography Exhibition starts on 26th July and continues daily through 6th August. Festival Chair, Joan Arnfield said, “We have a range of performances to suit all tastes. This year’s music performances

We have been asked about local facilities in Ludlow and the Shropshire Hills for people with accessibility needs.  Here is a quick round up of places to visit in the Shropshire hills that have disabled facilities and are suitable for wheelchair users.  We will add to this list as more information becomes available.  If you

Shropshire boasts many Walkers are Welcome towns, so you know that hospitality is assured whether you’re on a day trip or a longer holiday. All of the towns work hard to maintain their surrounding footpaths, to offer excellent walking opportunities and to provide high quality walking information for both locals and visitors. There are currently

marriage is a thing “upon which many questions aboute inheritances doe depend” William Bradford, author of the first history of the Mayflower community In 1620, a small company of Puritans set sail on the Mayflower from Plymouth bound for Virginia. They left in search of religious freedom and a new life for themselves and their

Tutored Creative Writing Retreat Discover your inner writer in beautiful settings with experienced creative writing tutors. This residential course offers you the chance to explore your voice and build on a range of writing techniques with like-minded people. At whatever stage you happen to be, whether that is on the point of publication or at

Get away from it all to our area of outstanding natural beauty,  and stay in one of our two fully furnished bell tents. They are sited separately in their own individual secluded, peaceful little field offering privacy, peace and quiet, on our working farm at Knighton-On-Teme. This is a new venture and right from the start our vision

St David’s Day celebrations usually mean an additional something in Presteigne – the opening for the season of its multi award-winning museum, The Judge’s Lodging.  But this year, something is afoot – the doors are still shut.  Do not worry, the building, its dedicated staff and volunteers are still all fine, working hard behind the scenes for

Shropshire is renowned for its quintessentially English village scenery of beautiful countryside, renowned historical homes and castles, not to mention plenty of family activities and attractions to keep everyone entertained. This is why Shropshire is such a popular spot for tourists looking to explore new things and make fond memories. If you’re looking for suggestions

You can plan in advance, but then sometimes the weather just gets the better of you.  Here’s a video for photographers on a rainy day out of Church Stretton, showing how it doesn’t all have to be bad https://youtu.be/F52dR6iA4RQ

Click here for a word document containing walking routes across the Shropshire Hills and surrounding areas, plus how to add VieewRanger to your own website Walks and Walking Websites in the Shropshire Hills

2020 Calendar of Festivals in the Shropshire Hills There are annual arts festivals in some of the main towns across the Shropshire Hills – Ludlow, Church Stretton, Bishop’s Castle and Much Wenlock – as well as walking festivals in and around Bishop’s Castle and Church Stretton. And, of course, Ludlow is celebrated for its various

Matthew and Anabelle are the co-directors of new Shropshire Hills Coffee Roastery,  Hundred House. With a wealth of experience in roasting coupled with a background in art and design, Hundred House brings a unique offering to local industry. We were fortunate to hear them share their passion for coffee with us at the AGM and caught up with

Many thanks to all who entered the photographic competition, and especially to Louise Welsby and Richard Childs for judging, plus our wonderful sponsors for the fantastic prizes.  Here are the winners: Overall and winner of Quirky class. “Both Richard and I absolutely love this image. It is so well framed and incredibly atmospheric. I love

Shropshire Hills Tourism produce a newsletter aimed at members and other tourism businesses operating in the Shropshire Hills and Ludlow plus surrounding areas. The latest newsletter is here, earlier newsletters  can be accessed via the relevant archive links below. To receive newsletters please sign up to the mailing list.  You can unsubscribe at any time

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