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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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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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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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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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Clun

White Horse Inn, Clun

Hi, we are Jack & Hannah the proud proprietors of The White Horse Inn since 2001. Our small 16th-century inn is on Clun’s ancient market square. We have a great pub and have been working over the past years to make it even better for you and our local community. We have added four more […]

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Market drayton

Peplow Hall

The Peplow Experience Surrounded by 64 acres of exquisite parkland, landscaped gardens, and outstanding nature, Peplow Hall is undoubtedly the hidden gem of Shropshire. Originally built in 1725, the 18th-century manor house sits proudly in the heart of the estate, with the five luxury holiday home cottages all located nearby. Peplow Hall’s idyllic countryside location is the perfect spot for a relaxing romantic getaway […]

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Market Drayton

Fordhall Farm

Spend a magical holiday in our Shropshire-made Mongolian yurts, privately situated on our 140 acre organic farm in North Shropshire’s Tern Valley. Our two yurts are interconnected, providing the perfect getaway for up to six people. One is used as the bedroom and the other the living space. We only rent this as one unit, […]

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Oswestry

PEN-Y-DYFFRYN HOTEL

Pen-y-Dyffryn Hotel offers relaxing and high quality hotel short breaks. That’s all we do – no weddings, conferences or anything else to distract you. The hotel’s countryside setting and soothing ambience guarantee that elusive “away from it all” feeling. Great food, (Two AA Rosettes), luxurious bedrooms and personal service are a given. For that extra […]

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Ellesmere

Woodland Park Lodges

52 blissful acres of woodland with mature oaks, beech and birch trees dancing in the breeze, and the uplifting sounds of songbirds filling the air. That’s the peace and serenity you’ll find here at Woodland Park Lodges Holiday Park, near Ellesmere in North Shropshire. Our 11 wooden lodges and 4 handcrafted treehouses are dotted around […]

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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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Ludlow

Redford Farm Barns

Two luxury boutique self catering barns set in 12 acres of private, open fields near Ludlow, the beautiful market town famous for its outstanding local food. Ludlow Barn sleeps up to 9 people and Tenbury Cottage sleeps 4.  These adjacent barns offer wonderful flexible accommodation. They can be rented separately or together for a party of […]

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Shropshire

holidaycottages.co.uk

Discover Shropshire with more than 80 wonderful places to stay across the county available with holidaycottages.co.uk. From the scenic Shropshire Hills to historic Shrewsbury and Telford, our holiday cottages are found in some of the very best locations across Shropshire. Each holiday cottage has been personally selected and inspected by our experienced property team, guaranteeing […]

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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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