About Shropshire
Shropshire
lies on the border of England and Wales, set on a backcloth of patchwork fields,
wooded valleys, picturesque rivers and rolling hills leading into the Welsh mountains.
First time visitors are always amazed at just how much there is to see and do in the county! Key attractions include the Severn Valley Railway, the RAF Museum, at Cosford and the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site. Visit the remains of Roman Cities, Medieval Castles, Ancient Churches and much more.
Shropshire
Towns
Shrewsbury, birthplace of Charles Darwin, is the county
town. Just down the road is Ludlow with its spectacular Castle and world renown
annual arts festival. Our most famous town is Ironbridge, set in the beautiful
Severn Valley. Don’t miss Much Wenlock where Dr. William Penny Brookes inspired
the Modern Olympic Games, or medieval Bridgnorth, perched dramatically on a cliff
overlooking the River Severn.
Shropshire
Accommodation
From a luxury suite in an ancient castle to a cosy
country cottage, Shropshire can't be beaten for holiday accommodation to suite
all budgets and tastes. The Virtual Shropshire Accommodation Guide contains hundreds
of hotels, bed & breakfasts, holiday cottages and camping & caravan sites.
Shropshire
Events
Main annual events include the new Shrewsbury Summer Season,
Shrewsbury Flower Show, Ludlow Festival, Weston Park V Music Festival, plus a
whole host of county fairs, agricultural shows, music, theatre, art, historical
re-enactments and festivals.
info page by Daniel Shropshire