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Hope Bowdler
This is a small village with an interesting history situated
among the South Shropshire Hills. There is wonderful walking
on the Hope Bowdler Hills along footpaths you can follow
in complete tranquillity. A favourite walk is to the village
of Cardington with its 15th Century Inn where you can stop
for real ale and home cooked food using local recipes.
Church
Stretton
The market town of Church Stretton nestles in the heart
of South Shropshire Hills. A good shopping place with a
variety of small shops, café and pubs. From here it is possible
to walk up onto the Long Mynd or meander up the Carding
Mill Valley. A huge variety of long or short walks, with
the chance to see lots of wildlife, start from here.
Around
and about Shropshire
There are 100s of places to go during your stay. Here
are a few ideas to tempt you out and about :
Shrewsbury
the country town to the north, is famous for its mediaeval
buildings and shut (pedestrian passageway). The river, with
riverside walks, almost circles the town, which has good
shopping facilities, museums and a castle.
Ludlow
The ruins of its castle dominate Ludlow, a mediaeval market
town to the south, but you will have to search for the impressive
church that seems to hide once you are in town. Add a good
market and a collection of antique shops and you’ve got
a recipe for a great day out. Use the car if you must or
catch the train from Church Stretton.
Much
Wenlock & Wenlock Edge
As you drive along the B4371, stop at the car park on the
Wenlock Edge. Admire the view, then take a walk along this
wooded escarpment, looking for fossils as you go. Now owned
by the National Trust, the paths are well maintained. Leave
time for tea and a browse around Much Wenlock with Priory,
pottery and quaint streets.
Stokesay Castle
A short train ride south from Church Stretton, is a wonderful
example of an ancient fortified manor house. Now under the
management of English Heritage it is open to the energetic
it is possible to walk back to Hope Bowdler, making a really
good day out without using a car.
The Wernlas
Collection
a short way from Stokesay, gives a fascinating insight into
the huge variety of hens. If hens aren’t your thing visit
anyway, take a picnic and enjoy the views. You never know
you may be converted!
Acton Scott
Historic Working Farm
just five minutes drive from Sayang House recreates farming
at the turn of the century. Take time to find the church
with it’s box pews.
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