Guided Prison Tours Walk in the footsteps of prisoners who have been residents of the wings during the last 200 years. Discover what happens behind the high walls and locked doors. Experience the hidden world of capital punishment and see first hand one of the last working execution rooms in Read more [...]
All Museums
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Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm near Church Stretton, demonstrates life on a Shropshire upland farm at the turn of the last century. The farm has featured on BBC TV’s ‘Victorian Farm’ and more recently used as the setting for Monty Don’s Real Craft series on More Four. Visitors to the popular family Read more [...]
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The Judge’s Lodging
Winner of Britain’s Best Hidden Gem in the Hudson’s Heritage Awards 2014. When the Judge’s Lodging closed its doors at the end of the 2013 season, it had no idea just how exciting the following few months would be… The beautiful gas-lit kitchen in its Victorian judges’ accommodation became the Read more [...]
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Bishop’s Castle Walking Festival
Special Offer Details:Tickets for most walks cost £3.50 per person, per walk if bought in advance. From 1st April 2020, the walks will cost £4.00 per person, per walk. Please note that in some cases, there may be additional transport charges (full details on our website).
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 [...]
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Ironbridge Gorge Museums
Whether you are interested in fine china, fun interactives or a ‘Victorian’ town, its all to be found in this World Heritage Site. A fun and informative day out is ensured at the ten Ironbridge Gorge Museums. Whether you are interested in fine china, decorative tiles, fun interactives or a Read more [...]
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Industrial Heritage
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.
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Bishops Castle Town Hall
Bishop’s Castle Town Hall is an 18th Century Grade II* Listed Building open to the public, providing an information service for local people and visitors to the town; a location for local markets, local crafts and products; a community facility for meetings, and events; a licenced wedding venue and the home Read more [...]
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Tenbury Wells
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 [...]
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Daniel’s Mill
WELCOME TO DANIELS MILL, BRIDGNORTH WITH THE LARGEST WATERWHEEL POWERING A CORN MILL STILL WORKING IN ENGLAND TODAY. Daniels Mill and it’s impressive waterwheel have been carefully restored to it’s former glory. The watermill is virtually unaltered since the 18th Century and was in the ownership of the same family Read more [...]