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Shropshire as a rural retreat: plan your hideaway holiday here

Shropshire is one of Great Britain’s last rural idylls – a perfect retreat from a busy life in the modern world. In many parts of the county our landscape is sweeping, green and timeless. Much of south Shropshire is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Feel your shoulders dropping and your everyday cares drift away as you admire Shropshire’s hills, ancient and steadfast. Stay in a Shropshire shepherd’s hut, log cabin, glamping destination or bunkhouse and immerse yourself in true rural beauty. You’ll find sights and wonders in Shropshire that you may never have seen before. Visit the mysterious stone circle of Mitchell’s Fold on Stapeley Hill. Explore the meres and mosses of north Shropshire. On the atmospheric plateau of the Long Mynd you might encounter wild ponies, grazing in the heathland. Discover exquisite churches and chapels, far away from or disproportionate in size to the tiny villages they now serve. Look for castles and castle ruins, recalling Shropshire’s border legacy and ancient feuds with Wales. Quiet and beautiful, Shropshire is an ideal honeymoon destination. Escape to a Shropshire cottage or country hotel, just you and your new husband or wife. Dine in a cosy pub. Go stargazing in the hills. Visit a romantic stately home and wander in its luscious gardens. Walk hand in hand for miles without encountering another human being. Perhaps you’d like to hire bikes or even a tandem, and explore the Severn Gorge on two wheels. Whatever your plans for your English honeymoon, rural Shropshire is the perfect place to start married life, far from the cares of the everyday world. Are you ready for your rural retreat in beautiful Shropshire?

Shrewsbury

Summer House Holiday Home

The Summer House | Sleeps 2 | Shrewsbury The Summer House and Octagonal Tower built in around 1607 by Sir Francis Newport was originally used as a banqueting house for entertaining his guests to dinner. Unfortunately the main house was destroyed by a fire and never rebuilt and therefore The Summer House is the only […]

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Atcham

Love2Stay - Touring

Opened in 2017, Love2Stay is a Caravan and Motorhome Club Affiliated Site on the outskirts of Shrewsbury, Shropshire. A touring site and ‘glamping’ village, set in 22 acres of landscaped grounds close to the England-Wales border, it boasts sleek, modern architecture and superb facilities. All of our touring pitches are fully serviced, hard standing pitches […]

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Shrewsbury

Fox and Hare Cottages

Looking out over the beautiful Briedden Hills, Fox and Hare Cottages welcomes guests looking for  accommodation for extended families to enjoy memorable holidays together. Based on a historic farm in the village of Shrawardine, the cottages are surrounded by meadows full of wildlife, where the only neighbours are cattle and horses. We positively encourage guests […]

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Whitchurch

Hadley Park Farm - Caravan Park, Glamping, Equine, Café and Fishing

Set in the beautiful countryside of Shropshire on the Welsh border this newly formed and developing campsite promises a relaxed holiday.  The family owned business with an onsite refreshments café, fishing pool and small toilet block set in close proximity to the Shropshire Union Canal which towpath offers a delightful walk into the oldest market […]

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Shrewsbury

Little Springs Farm Cottage

A haven of peace and tranquility, a get-away-from-it-all retreat set in beautiful countryside with stunning views over Wenlock Edge. Perfect for a romantic break or as a base for walking and exploring. Close to the ancient market towns of Much Wenlock and Shrewsbury, and just 1½ hours West of Birmingham. For an idea of our […]

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Oswestry

wild conTENTment

An eco-friendly campsite offering 10 large pitches with bell-tents and luxurious and quirky en-suite bathrooms available right on the border where England meets Wales. Whether its a family camping trip, re-union, celebration or travelling solo, wildconTENTment can accommodate all of those needs. We are essentially offering a large(11 acres) camping  field offering only 6 pitches […]

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Cleobury Mortimer

Lea Farm House

Settled amongst the grounds of the owners working farm, on the outskirts of the charming town of Cleobury Mortimer, in Shropshire, rests this remarkable ten-bedroom detached holiday home, Lea Farm House. Boasting a spacious and contemporary interior in a delightful countryside setting, Lea Farm House makes the ideal base for a rural retreat for both […]

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Bridgnorth

Hay and Hedgerow Glamping

Luxury Shepherds Hut on a working sheep farm between Bridgnorth & Ironbridge. Perfectly positioned to make the most of the lovely views over fields, woodland and water, the ideal spot to relax and unwind. The shepherds hut sleeps two and has electricity, shower room with toilet, comfy double bed, small table & chairs, sofa, TV […]

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Bridgnorth

The Bulls Head Inn at Chelmarsh

The Bull’s Head is a traditional family owned 18th century (circa 1730) Inn,  four miles south of historic Bridgnorth, set amidst Shropshire’s rolling hills, with stunning views over the Severn Valley, Clee Hills & Chelmarsh Reservoir. The Inn has many original features such as exposed beams and stone walls in the Bar areas, where a […]

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Wem

Narnia at Siddle Equine Service

A romantic quaint cottage with a double ended bath, large wood burner and a huge super king size bath!! Situated on edge of the beautiful Wem and Whixall moss, An ancient piece of wilderness; is outstanding example of a lowland. Straddling the English border, near Whitchurch in Shropshire and Wrexham in Wales, lies one of […]

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Shrewsbury

Black Lion Barn

Completely renovated in 2020, and concealed on a peaceful country lane, this detached country barn has striking black timber cladding and views of the Shropshire hills. It’s perfect for families and groups of up to 12 people looking to get away together. Make your way inside, feeling the warmth of the luxurious underfloor heating, in […]

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Craven Arms

Westhope Country Retreats

Westhope Country Retreats – the perfect place to escape to the country to relax and unwind. We are a family run business who offer a home from home vibe with our six quality barn conversions to suit any occasion be it birthdays, anniversaries, friend reunions, or just. a quality family get away. Situated in a […]

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Whitchurch

Oakpond Cottages

Oakpond Cottage is a beautiful Gold award winning home from home, dog friendly cottage sitting in a idylic position infront of a wonderful wildlife pond which is home to a lot of wildlife.  The cottage is perfect for couples and families and will sleep 6 people (we do have a reduced occupancy rate for couples […]

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Did you know Shrewsbury Castle's foundations were laid in 1083 by the 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, Roger de Montgomery? 
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