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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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Hatton

Acton Scott Escapes

Set in tranquil ancient woodland at the heart of the 1,000-acre Acton Scott Estate in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, our glamping site offers an atmospheric rural experience and promises a care-free adventure for all. Your encampment has a barbecue and a bookable private hot tub, from which you can watch the […]

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Shrewsbury

Marton Hall

Set in its own beautiful, secluded grounds, Marton Hall provides luxury accommodation in a picturesque Shropshire hamlet, 9 miles from Shrewsbury. Sleeping up to twelve guests, this detached Arts and Crafts home has been revived to expose the house’s original character by restoring every detail. The owners have worked tirelessly over the last three years […]

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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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Telford

WonderDays

From Shrewsbury Prison escape room experiences to short breaks glamping with a hot tub, WonderDays has plenty of things to do in beautiful Shropshire. An experience day company based in Shropshire, WonderDays has activities such as afternoon tea, UK weekend and short breaks and even hot air balloon rides on offer here in the county. […]

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Bridgnorth

Colemore Farm

A Real Shropshire Retreat Timber-framed Colemore Farm offers luxury self-catering accommodation, nestled into the heart of Shropshire’s tranquil countryside. Frog Mill Barn has been converted from a rundown threshing barn into a cosy, but light and airy, holiday cottage sleeping up to four people. Frog Mill Barn, Grade II listed, is a perfect mix of […]

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Bridgnorth

Claywood Shropshire

15% off stays with code WOODLAND15 Introducing The Brake at Claywood Shropshire, a unique woodland hideaway, set in 22 acres of private natural woodland with plenty of room to roam. Claywood is a small private woodland nestled in the rolling countryside of South Shropshire, with spectacular views over the Clee Hills. Within a short drive […]

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Shrewsbury

Burlton Cottages & Spa

Just 20 minutes from Shrewsbury, the four 4/5 Star Gold Awarded stylish holiday cottages, swimming pool and luxury spa are set on a friendly, family-run private farming estate in the heart of the north Shropshire countryside. The cottages sleep 2/2/4/6 people  and offer unspoilt peace, tranquillity and escapism; it’s the perfect rural retreat at any […]

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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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Ludlow

St Milburga Chapel, Stoke St Milborough, Ludlow

St Milburga Chapel, Stoke St Milborough, Ludlow SY8. A 4 person, Grade 2 listed holiday home in open countryside on the edge of the quaint village of Stoke St Milborough. Approximately 10 minutes drive from Ludlow with its highly regarded restaurants, cafes and independent shops. Detached self-catered accommodation with cast iron stove, full heating, 43 […]

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Ludlow

Meadow Barn, Little Sutton Farm, Nr Ludlow

Meadow Barn is an exceptionally spacious and characterful detached  5 star barn conversion with three bedrooms and three bathrooms located just 5 miles from the beautiful market town of Ludlow. The property is equipped and furnished to a very high standard throughout with solid oak flooring and retaining many original features including exposed beams in […]

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Chirbury

Marrington Escapes

Luxurious holiday cottages in the Heart of South Shropshire. No matter the weather or the season, there is always a view to celebrate here on the estate. Sunlight through summer trees, raindrops on the river as it winds its way down stream, carpets of golden autumnal leaves and icing sugar dusted valleys in winter. It’s […]

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Shrewsbury

Riverside Cabins & Lodges

Boutique self catering cabins and lodges with hot tubs in the heart of Shropshire Nestled on the banks of the River Perry amongst a tranquil private woodland, our luxurious cabins and woodland lodges are the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle.  All of our 3 bedroomed lodges have their own private hot tub, […]

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Did you know Shrewsbury Castle's foundations were laid in 1083 by the 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, Roger de Montgomery? 
Montgomery, a cousin of William the Conqueror, earned this castle and more as a thank-you for his aid during the Norman conquest.

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