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Things to see & do in the immediate vicinity

Beverley Fry Artist
t:  01952 728576
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w:  www.beverleyfry.co.uk
p:  Marsh Barn
Much Wenlock TF13 6PN
Beverley Fry Artist
 
 
Paintings, Drawings and Prints for Sale, Commissions & Art Workshops. Visit her Much Wenlock studio or join one of her regular artist's workshops - please phone or email for appointment.
Much Wenlock Festival
t:  01952 728391
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w:  www.muchwenlockfestival.co.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
Much Wenlock Festival
 
 
Series of art / drama / music events staged every two years in the picturesque Shropshire town of Much Wenlock
The Edge Adventure Activities
t:  01952 727491
e:  info@theedgeadventure.co.uk
w:  www.theedgeadventure.co.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
The Edge Adventure Activities
 
 
 
Based in rural Shropshire, The Edge offers a huge range of activities including Quad Biking / Trekking, Mountain Boarding / Grass boarding, 4x Mountain Biking, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Off Road Karting, Archery and Team Building Activities such as High Ropes, Zip Line and Orienteering
The Edge Mountainboarding & Quad Bike Centre
t:  01952 727491
e:  info@theedgeadventure.co.uk
w:  www.ridetheedge.co.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
The Edge Mountainboarding & Quad Bike Centre
 
Mountainboarding is an exciting cross between snowboarding and skateboarding - big in America and growing fast in Europe. Now you have the opportunity to try it for yourself in Shropshire and once you have, you'll be hooked! Quad Biking and a range of other activities now also available - see website for latest information.
Twenty Twenty Gallery
t:  01952 727952
e:  info@twenty-twenty.co.uk
w:  www.twenty-twenty.co.uk
p:  3/4 High Street
Much Wenlock TF13 6AA
Twenty Twenty Gallery
 
 
 
Contemporary craft and fine art gallery and shop in the centre of the delightful town of Much Wenlock. Arts Council recognised the gallery holds monthly exhibitions and offers the ‘Own Art’ making art affordable loan scheme.
Wenlock Olympian Games
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w:  www.wenlock-olympian-society.org.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
Wenlock Olympian Games
 
Annual games held to commemorate Much Wenlock's association with William Penny Brookes, who helped inspire the birth of the modern Olympic Games.
Wenlock Olympian Trail
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w:  www.wenlock-olympian-society.org.uk/
p:  Much Wenlock
Wenlock Olympian Trail
 
 
 
Much Wenlock is where Dr. William Penny Brookes inspired the Modern Olympic Games. The trail starts and ends at the Much Wenlock Museum, near the town square in High Street. In the museum a magnificent collection of Wenlock Olympian Society artefacts are on display illustrating the significant role of Much Wenlock in the revival of the Modern Olympic Games.
Much Wenlock Guildhall
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Much Wenlock Guildhall
 
 
16th century court & jail. Still used for official meetings of the town council. Open to the public during the season.
Much Wenlock Museum
t:  01952 727679
e:  much.wenlock.museum@shrophire.gov.uk
w:  www.shropshireonline.gov.uk/museums.nsf
p:  The Memorial Hall
High Street
Much Wenlock
Much Wenlock Museum
 
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Included a collection of Wenlock Olympian Society artefacts illustrating the significant role of Much Wenlock in the revival of the Modern Olympic Games.
Much Wenlock Town Walk
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Much Wenlock Town Walk
 
 
A guided tour of Much Wenlock
Shipton Hall
t:  01746 785225
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p:  Shipton
Much Wenlock
Shipton Hall
 
 
 
Located in the Corvedale Valley, a few miles from Much Wenlock, Shipton Hall was built in the 14th century by Richard Lutwyche.

Wenlock Edge
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w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
Wenlock Edge
 
 
Wenlock Edge is a long wooded escarpment stretching from The Wrekin to Craven Arms. The limestone ridge is the remains of a coral reef, so there are lots of opportunities for fossil hunting amongst the exposed rocks. The area is very popular with walkers and the National Trust own a seven mile stretch of the ridge.
Wenlock Pottery
t:  01952 727600
e:  david.a.archer@btinternet.com
w:  www.wenlockpottery.co.uk
p:  Shineton Street
Much Wenlock
Wenlock Pottery
 
 
 
Traditional home-thown pottery for sale, with cafe.
Wenlock Priory
t:  01952 727466
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w:  www.english-heritage.org.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
Wenlock Priory
 
 
English Heritage - Beautiful remains of large Cluniac Priory
The Wenlock Collection
t:  01952 728285
e:  margaret@wenlockcollection.co.uk
w:  www.wenlockcollection.co.uk
p:  53 High St
Much Wenlock TF13 6AE
The Wenlock Collection
 
 
 
Retailers of Moorcroft, Spode & Cobridge Pottery, Isle of Wight Glass and hand-made reproduction furniture. All customers are offered a unique personal tour of our beautiful shop.
The Edge Arts Centre
t:  01952 728509
e:  admin@edgeartscentre.co.uk
w:  www.edgeartscentre.co.uk
p:  William Brookes School
Much Wenlock TF13 6NB
The Edge Arts Centre
 
 
 
New and vibrant arts centre with weekly cinema screenings, performances, workshops and art gallery.

Things to see & do nearby - within approx 15 miles

Rays Farm Country Matters
t:  01299 841255
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w:  www.raysfarm.com
p:  Billingsley
Bridgnorth WV16 6PF
Rays Farm Country Matters
Beauty and wonder in tranquil countryside haven with over 50 owls, many breeds of deer, goats and lots more friendly, cuddly animals. Woodland walk with picnic areas and beautiful wood carvings. Tea room & gift shop.
Shrewsbury Folk Festival
t:  01746 768813
e:  sandra@shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
w:  www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
p:  The Agricultural Showground
Berwick Road
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Shrewsbury Folk Festival
 
The Midland's biggest annual folk festival held every August bank holiday weekend. See website for details of this years event!
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway
t:  01746 762052
e:  Office@bridgnorthcliffrailway.co.uk
w:  www.bridgnorthcliffrailway.co.uk
p:  6A Castle Terrace
Bridgnorth WV16 4AH
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway
 
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Unique and historic Victorian Cliff Railway. Opened in 1892 to link High Town with Low Town and riverside quay. The oldest and steepest inland funicular railway in England
Marches Horse Trails
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w:  www.marcheshorsetrails.co.uk
p:  South Shropshire
Marches Horse Trails
 
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An opportunity to bring your horse on holiday! Enjoy the splendid scenery of Shropshire's gently rolling hills - our routes cover the Clun Forest, the beautiful Shropshire Hills and Stiperstones. Ride along the Jack Mytton Way along the Corvedale or take a canter down the Kerry Ridgeway. B&B, Self Catering, Camping, stabling and grazing available with our members.
Mill Farm Riding Centre
t:  01746 785645
e:  mfrc1@tiscali.co.uk
w:  www.millfarmridingcentre.co.uk
p:  Hughley
Shrewsbury
SY5 6NT SY5 6NT
Mill Farm Riding Centre
 
 
 
Lessons for every ability in our large outdoor all-weather school, individual and group lessons. DIY and full livery are available, as well as horses for loan. For those wishing to bring their horse on holiday we offer B&B for you, stabling and pasture for your horse. With Mill Farm as your base, enjoy varied and safe rides in this spectacular corner of Shropshire. Special rides including Beach Rides, Childrens Acivities, hacks, and pub rides.
Sun Valley Canoeing
t:  07774 907326
e:  sunvalleycanoeing@calder.com
w:  www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/sun-valley-canoeing
p:  65 Friar's Street
Bridgnorth WV16 4BJ
Sun Valley Canoeing
 
 
 
The Sun Valley Canoeing company has been running since 1988 and specialises in Canadian-style canoe trips for families, office parties, school parties, sports clubs and all types of out door venture clubs alike whether novice or expert
Acton Burnell Castle
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w:  www.english-heritage.org.uk
p:  Acton Burnell
Shrewsbury SY5 7PF
Acton Burnell Castle
 
English Heritage. The remains of a fortified manor house built in the 13th century by Robert Burnell, Chancellor of England and close friend of King Edward the First. The King was a regular visitor and it is said that he convened one of the first English Parliaments here in 1263.
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
t:  01694 781306
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w:  www.actonscottmuseum.co.uk
p:  Church Stretton SY6 6QN
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
 
Living History in the Shropshire Hills. Experience daily life on an upland farm at the turn of the century.
Attingham Park
t:  01743 708162
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w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Atcham
Shrewsbury SY4 4TP
Attingham Park
 
National Trust: Mansion & Park, built in 1785. The park has walks along the River Tern and through a deer park
Benthall Hall
t:  01952 882 159
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w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Benthall
Broseley
nr Ironbridge TF12 5RX
Benthall Hall
 
National Trust. 16th century stone house, stunning oak-panelled interior and carefully restored plantsman`s garden and kitchen garden
Blists Hill Victorian Town
t:  01952 884391
e:  tic@ironbridge.org.uk
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Legges Way
Madeley
Ironbridge TF7 5DU
Blists Hill Victorian Town
Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust group and one of the most popular attractions in Shropshire - a living outdoor museum where all the staff dress in period costume. Visit a host of restored Victorian buildings, shops, factories, schools to name just a few.
Bridgnorth Castle & Gardens
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p:  Castle Hill
Bridgnorth WV16 4AL
Bridgnorth Castle & Gardens
 
Perched high on a sandstone cliff overlooking the Severn Valley the remains of this Norman castle keep now lean at a precarious fifteen degrees - more than the Leaning Tower of Pisa!
Bridgnorth Town Hall
t:  01746 762231
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p:  High St
Bridgnorth WV16 4DW
Bridgnorth Town Hall
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Dominating the High Street this magnificent timber framed building was built in 1652. The splendidly preserved interior containing numerous historical town artifacts which must be seen.
Broseley Clay Tobacco Pipe Museum
t:  01952 884391
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w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Duke Street
Broseley TF8 7DQ
Broseley Clay Tobacco Pipe Museum
 
 
Restored tobacco pipe-making works. Operated by the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
Buildwas Abbey
t:  01952 433274
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w:  www.english-heritage.org.uk
p:  Buildwas
Ironbridge TF87 BW
Buildwas Abbey
 
English Heritage. Cistercian Abbey ruins in beautiful location by the River Severn.
Coalport China Museum
t:  01952 884391
e:  tic@ironbridge.org.uk
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Coalport
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Coalport China Museum
 
 
National Collections of Caughley and Coalport china. Demonstration workshops and shop. Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Group
Coleham Pumping Station
t:  01743 361196
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w:  www.shrewsburymuseums.com/coleham
p:  Longden Coleham
Shrewsbury SY3 7DN
Coleham Pumping Station
 
 
 
Pumping Station, built in 1900 to house two massive steam-driven beam engines to pump sewage..... fun fun fun!
Cronkhill Villa (NT)
t:  01743 708162
e:  cronkhill@nationaltrust.org.uk
w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Atcham
Nr Shrewsbury SY5 6JP SY5 6JP
Cronkhill Villa (NT)
 
 
A early 19th century villa near Shrewsbury. Please note only open on selected days throughout the year. See National Trust website for details.
Daniels Mill
t:  01746 762753
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p:  Eardington
Bridgnorth WV16 5JL
Daniels Mill
 
Daniels Mill is one of Shropshire's gems. It holds the distinction of having the largest diameter waterwheel of any working corn mill in England.
Darby Houses
t:  01952 884391
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w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Darby Rd
Coalbrookdale
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Darby Houses
 
 
The restored homes of the Darby Family, located near to the Museum of Iron in Coalbrookdale. An Ironbridge Gorge Museum Site.
Dudmaston Hall
t:  01746 780866
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w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Quatt
Bridgnorth WV15 6QN
Dudmaston Hall
 
National Trust House, Parklands & Gardens. Home of Labouchere family. House contains extensive and varied art collections, botanical art, costumes and much more.
Enginuity
t:  01952 884391
e:  tic@ironbridge.org.uk
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Coalbrookdale
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Enginuity
 
Enginuity is an interactive design and technology centre that aims to inspire and capture the imagination of everyone intrigued by the secrets of how things around them are made and how they work. An Ironbridge Gorge Museum Site.
Haughmond Abbey
t:  01743 709661
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w:  www.english-heritage.org.uk
p:  Upton Magna
Shrewsbury SY4 4RV
Haughmond Abbey
 
 
English Heritage - Extensive remains of 12th century Augustinian Abbey
Home Farm Attingham
t:  01743 709243
e:  info@homefarmattingham.co.uk
w:  www.homefarmattingham.co.uk
p:  Atcham, Shrewsbury SY4 4TN
Home Farm Attingham
 
 
Home Farm Attingham is a working farm open to the public. As well as being able to look around the historic farm and see its animals, visitors are able to visit the tearooms and also buy our own organic dairy ice cream.
Jackfield Tile Museum
t:  01952 884391
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w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Jackfield
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Jackfield Tile Museum