The stately homes and gardens of the Shropshire Hills and surrounding area are truly something magical, and certainly a recommended visit. From Stokesay Court to Wilderhope Manor - there's something for everyone.

So you're in charge of organising an activity for a large group or colleagues, friends or family and no idea where to start, well lucky for you we've pulled together a list of 'Where to play' in the Shropshire Hills, from archery to quad-biking, paintballing to crafts - we've got it covered.

Thanks to it's rich history and heritage the Shropshire Hills have plenty of castles for you to discover and explore, including Ludlow Castle and Stokesay Castle.

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 [...]

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.

Lots of artistic people have drawn inspiration from the Shropshire Hills – in paint, in words and in creative crafts. Even you can learn from those who have chosen to make their creative homes in the area by participating in one of the many courses on offer, courtesy of enthusiastic tutors across the region.

As a larger group, whether a corporate get away, a bunch of friends or a stag or hen party then finding somewhere to accommodate you all isn't always easy to find, so we've put together this list of local accommodation in the Shropshire Hills to give you a helping hand.

The Shropshire Hills have inspired storytellers across the centuries: from legends, passed on by oral tradition, to the more recent works of authors and film-makers drawn to its dramatic scenery, period-piece towns and characterful buildings.

Whether or not you consider yourself to be religious, the religious history and sites of the Shropshire Hills are something to be in awe of and are a must see, particularly for those with a keen interest in history or architecture.

The Shropshire Hills is full of adventure for young people from quad biking to trekking and water sports, so if you're on the lookout for something to entertain the kid this school holiday or weekend then see all the venues and attractions we've got listed.

The Shropshire Hills are remarkably rich in remains from Neolithic times and the more recent Bronze and Iron Ages. Neolithic sites include stone circles and single standing stones, of which the best example is the stone circle at Mitchell’s Fold, near Stapeley, which stands on a plateau with expansive views over surrounding summits.

The Shropshire Hills are a great place in which to go exploring for wildlife – and even more so when you consider that the area has now been confirmed to be home to pine martens. Confirmation that the elusive pine marten was alive and well and living in the Shropshire Hills debunked the long-held belief that this mostly nocturnal predator was extinct in England.

Where better to experience archery than the Shropshire Hills. Eaton Manor just a few miles from Church Stretton houses a 70-metre Olympic-sized indoor range, and a 20-metre indoor range have been used by both the GB Olympic and the Commonwealth Squads for training.

The heritage of the Shropshire Hills spans many centuries and it's particularly spectacular when you take a step back and look specifically at the Industrial Heritage and consider how this has shaped the Shropshire Hills and communities we see today.

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.

Finding something to do with the family or kids whatever the weather can often not be as simple as it sounds but fortunately the Shropshire Hills are not short of attractions, locations and venues with things to do to entertain family members of all ages.

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.

The Shropshire Hills are blessed with a rich variety of landscapes , often providing exceptional habitats for a wide variety of species. Many of these are protected in different ways, over and above the Hills’ designation as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The Shropshire Hills have inspired poets from A E Housman (author of a Shropshire Lad), to the many contemporary poets who have chosen to live here.

The Shropshire Hills are full of adventure and thrills, with a number of well-equipped specialists in and around the area. Find out more now.

Whether you've looking to discover something new or improve skills, the Shropshire Hills has it all - from basket weaving to jam-making. We've got a list of providers and attractions of where you get involved to learn some almost forgotten trades and skills.

If you're looking for somewhere to enjoy swimming outdoors in the Shropshire Hills then you'll be surprised by the number of locations including Carding Mill Valley and the River Teme, but remember to follow all safety advice and BE SAFE.