Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd offer breathtaking views across Shropshire, Cheshire and the Black Mountains. The Long Mynd is an area of historic upland heath, created when some of Britain’s oldest rocks were pushed to the surface along the Church Stretton fault.  The ancient landscape has been shaped Read more [...]

Cycling Holidays, Walking Holidays. Cycle hire. Cycling Maps. CYCLE HIRE  – Award winning cycle hire in the beautiful Teme Valley, just west of Ludlow.  Easy Cycle Routes from 2 hours to all day; Cycle to a Roman village for tea and return on a roman road or follow the river upstream Read more [...]

Kerry Vale Vineyard is a small, family run, English vineyard situated on the Welsh / English border of rural Shropshire. Planted in 2010 and covering six acres of farmland, on what was the Roman Fort of Pentrheyling, the vineyard resides at the eastern tip of the Vale of Kerry – an Read more [...]

Originally conceived as a long distance walking path in 1980 a number of spurs were created over the years.  Now the Shropshire Way Main Route has been waymarked to allow the original concept to reappear and is being promoted by the Shropshire Way Association.  There is a video following all of Read more [...]

Whether it is the location of our adventurous activities or the inspiration for our creations the outdoors is at the centre of what we do. Whatever your ability or type of experience you are looking for we provide exciting and fun opportunities run by highly qualified staff. We love the outdoors… & campervans & kit & doing stuff & making stuff but most of all we love sharing our passions & knowledge & skills.  Creative Outdoors Read more [...]

Set in a beautiful location in the forested hills between Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys in Mid Wales,  almost equidistant between Knighton and Craven arms and Ludlow,  the stables are situated in the most idyllic forestry setting allowing customers to enjoy miles of off road riding around the forest with long grass Read more [...]

Bishop’s Castle is a small market town surrounded by the wonderful Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, near the Welsh border and off the beaten track.  The festival welcomes walkers of all abilities and each day offers a range of walks from leisurely to strenuous. Our 22nd annual Walking Read more [...]

Ludlow Castle’s 14th Century soldiers practiced archery here. Today owners from all over the country come to race their horses over the same green. A friendly racecourse, retaining its Edwardian character. A friendly racecourse, retaining its Edwardian character

Exploring the Shropshire Hills by Mountain Bike The Shropshire Hills boast some really great mountain bike trails, not least on land managed by the Forestry Commission, where you’ll find everything from family fun rides to cross-country and serious downhill challenges. The Commission publishes its own well illustrated guides to bike Read more [...]

When it comes to a cycling holiday, the quiet country lanes of the Shropshire Hills means the area’s about as good as it gets – especially when you can combine a few days cycling with fine local food and the best locally crafted beers and wines!

A brand new and increasingly popular walking route in the Shropshire Hills is The Heart of Wales Line Trail, which runs from Craven Arms, in the heart of the Shropshire Hills, to Knighton and then on all the way to Llanelli, near Swansea.

We have just opened our new rural spa, nestled in the gardens of the hotel and overlooking the rolling Shropshire countryside and the Clee Hills.  The spa offers guests the highest standard of spa and wellbeing treatments by ELEMIS, along with a place to rebalance and refresh both body and mind. The Read more [...]

The Shropshire Hills are exceptional walking country: rugged enough to excite; gentle enough to pose no danger. And all the while presenting discovery after discovery, beneath a tableau of big, wide skies, commanding views, and tranquil valleys.

Tenbury Wells, referred to as ‘The Town in The Orchard’ by Queen Victoria, is an ancient Market Town in North Worcestershire and just a short car journey from Ludlow. Explore places to visit in Tenbury Wells – its Town Centre area is a conservation area and has a unique selection Read more [...]

Secret Hills Walking organise guided walking holidays in Shropshire. Walking breaks are flexible around a seven day cycle comprising seven day, five day and weekend walking breaks, including breaks that start midweek. We walk at a steady pace rated moderate walking. We admire the beautiful Shropshire landscape and historical past. Read more [...]

The Shropshire Hills are well known for their rolling landscapes and area of outstanding beauty so it comes as no surprise that there are walking routes aplenty! If you're looking for a walking break you can find out how InnTravel and Byways Breaks offer walking breaks like no other.

The Dower House Garden occupies a 1.5 acre site in a beautiful setting within the grounds of Morville Hall (National Trust), near Bridgnorth in Shropshire. The garden aims to tell the history of English gardening in a sequence of separate gardens designed in the style of different historical periods. Particular attention Read more [...]

Get up close and personal to Shropshire’s larger than life mammoth and step back into the Iron Age. If you’re looking for somewhere to take the kids or grandkids during the summer holidays we have several family events to keep children and adults amused and entertained. View the Shropshire  Hills Through Time, a brand Read more [...]

Arguably one of the most scenic courses around where you are rewarded with simply sensational panoramic views and a Braid layout that guarantees an uplifting golfing experience. Church Stretton is quite simply unique. It’s 18 holes sit atop the stunning Shropshire Hills – an area of outstanding natural beauty – Read more [...]

Shropshire is richly endowed with historic churches …. There are over 350 churches in regular use, most over 700 years old. Many of our churches are Listed Buildings, which signifies that they are of outstanding architectural and historic interest. Responsibility for their maintenance and repair falls upon the individual parishes; Read more [...]

The area’s extensive network of bridleways and its quiet country roads make the Shropshire Hills the ideal destination for anyone who either wants to learn to ride or, indeed, to discover a new part of the country from horseback.

Walking Experience Westhope Alpaca Experience offers you the chance to enjoy an amazing, unique and unforgettable alpaca walking experience in the glorious South Shropshire landscape. This well-kept secret, situated in the beautiful scenic Westhope Valley, is a welcome extension of the family farm. Located just 5 miles from the A49 Read more [...]