The Local Area
Church Stretton is at the heart of the Long Mynd’s 5,000 acres of Heather covered moorland owned by the National Trust, a designated area of Outstanding Natural beauty.
Visitors find themselves relaxed and refreshed by its unspoilt beauty which provides walking from a gentle stroll to strenuous hikes for the serious rambler.
It is a friendly shopping town with a good variety of traditional shops to browse around giving old fashioned personal service with a small street market on Thursdays. There are several antique shops / market that could occupy any afternoon.
A variety of tea rooms, restaurants, pubs & take-aways provide delicious food.
Local county pubs in the surrounding villages provide excellent bar snacks and evening meals.
Attractions close to Hand
Burford House Gardens, home of the Clematis with 150 varieties to chose from.
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm and Wernlas Collection of rare poultry each provide an excellent family day out.
The award winning Ironbridge Gorge Museums that capture the history of the Industrial Revolution
Severn Valley Steam Railway and Daniels Mill working water mill
Aerospace Museum at RAF Cosford
Golf - Curch Stretton Golf Course is one of the highest courses in England
Local fishing is also available.
National Trust Properties
Carding Mill Valley, Church Stretton, Attingham Park
Dudmaston Hall Powis Castle and gardens, Berrington Hall, Croft Castle.
English Heritage Properties
Stokesay Castle, Wenlock Priory, Wroxeter Roman city, Haughmond Abbey, Buildwas Abbey.