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over the river, where every With its mix of Medieval, and landscape of the area the church. Further afield, spring The Green Man must Georgian and Victorian where you can Meet the but which also make a great t defeat the Frost Queen for architecture, Much Wenlock Mammoth – a full size day out is the Severn Valley there to be summer in the is a must on your ‘to do’ list. replica of the skeleton Railway at Bridgnorth, Clun Valley. This annual Walk along the High Street found at Condover. The The Judge’s Lodgings’ at Church Stretton, nestled in the Shropshire Hills celebration in May is the to browse the galleries, book exhibition also includes Presteigne, Powys Castle, high point of the town’s and antique shops. Visit a film panorama with home of the Earl of Powys, of independent retailers, whether on foot, by bike or famous Green Man Festival, the museum in the Market spectacular views of the near Welshpool, the offering a top-quality even aiming for the sky; the which also includes The Square to discover the Shropshire Hills. After that, fascinating museums of the Michaelmas fair, Bishops Castle shopping experience along Long Mynd enjoys some of Clun Mummers doing battle town’s heritage and links to explore the centre’s 30-acre Ironbridge Gorge and of with a tempting selection of the best thermals in Europe, For 800 years Welsh drovers heritage displays and Visitor in the Square, as well as the modern Olympic Games. Onny Meadows site, which course, the County town of Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd Green Man Festival, Clun butchers, bakers, historic so is unrivalled for gliding, brought livestock along the Information Centre. Lots of Morris dancers and a host of A stroll down Sheinton is a haven for wildlife and Shrewsbury. Beautiful heather covered hills, iconic views of inns and many first-rate paragliding and ballooning. Kerry Ridgeway to Bishop’s festivals happen throughout side shows throughout the Street will lead you to the an easy access walk to the What makes a Great Day Out? Here in the These hills were made for Shropshire and beyond and an excellent tea-room in Shropshire Hills we can’t promise to fix fine restaurants. Ludlow also Footpaths lead out across Castle. To quench the the year; music, walking, fun town. The river bank in the romantic ruins of Wenlock Carding Mill Valley open 364 days a year. walking… weather for you, but we can guarantee the most has a reputation as a town the hills in all directions and drovers’ thirst they have fairs, real ale trails and the town is also a real family Priory, looked after by Experience your perfect day out. glorious countryside; designated as an Area of of festivals; throughout the there are good mountain been brewing ale here Michaelmas Fair with steam favourite, shallow enough English Heritage. The beauty of walking in year chose from the famous bike trails to follow. In the for even the youngest to the Shropshire Hills is the 01694 725000 Outstanding Natural Beauty, you’ll find yourself in ever since. Possessing two procession, street theatre, t National Trust nationaltrust.org.uk/cardingmill Craven Arms by comparison summer months a weekend breweries, Bishop’s Castle music and merriment. variety of countryside. There one of the finest landscapes in England. is a ‘new town’ built around Shuttle Bus runs over the is a colourful country town are walks to suit everyone Clun, with its picture the railway in 1853. It is This distinctive area of With nearly 500 listed Long Mynd and around the with friendly pubs, cafés, from a short amble to a good postcard appeal is always a home to two ‘must see’ the Anglo-Welsh border buildings, a Norman castle Stiperstones for walking and quirky vintage shops and long yomp. The paths and visitor attractions: The is where remote uplands and original medieval sightseeing. Carding Mill open spaces lead along river Shropshire Hills Discovery Cleobury Mortimer merge into pastoral lowland streets, it’s easy to see Valley is a popular picnic valleys, through pastures, Centre and the Land of valleys. There are amazing why Ludlow is labelled spot. In town there are Much Wenlock meadows and ancient Lost Content (The National views from the hill tops, “England’s finest market traditional shops and tea banks of the River Onny. woodlands, around pretty Museum of British Popular including amongst their town”. In the 16th Century rooms, an award winning paddle in and overlooked by From there it’s a short walk villages, or over hilltops of Ludlow Market Culture). The Secret Hills ranks such famous names the town was a major deli and a unique four storey the dramatic ruin of Clun’s to The Land of Lost Content, rock and heather. You can exhibition at the Discovery as The Long Mynd, The administrative centre, from Antiques Emporium. The border castle that visitors a museum quite unlike any follow the bounds of the Centre is an excellent Stiperstones and Wenlock which Wales was governed. Ludlow Food Festival, Walking Festival is held can explore freely. other! Concentrating on all old Mercian kingdom, the introduction to the geology Edge. The bustling market Today, the castle and lively Ludlow Spring Festival, in June and a two week that Britain has produced footsteps of ancient drovers Full of family friendly towns and picturesque market square remain at its Medieval Christmas Fayre Arts Festival each summer Packhorse Bridge, Clun over the last 100 years. as well as taking in views events and activities villages are a huge part of heart, with general markets and Ludlow Fringe Festival. celebrates local music and from Iron Age hillforts. Cleobury Mortimer is a Dip into the histories and social this rich border heritage; held on Monday, Wednesday, visual arts. galleries. Regular sheep At the heart of the popular choice with visitors; traditional market town and For further details of the stories of the landscape they may be small in size Friday and Saturday every and cattle auctions are Shropshire Hills, Church you’ll find interesting small a good base for exploring many glorious walks in the Enjoy lunch in our friendly café but are big on character and week along with Local to still held in town along Stretton is flanked by shops, cafes, two great pubs the Clee Hills area. Look Shropshire Hills, visit Have an adventure in our 30 acre Meet the your visit to the Shropshire Ludlow produce markets with weekly markets in meadow and play area MAMMOTH the Long Mynd and the and Shropshire’s first out for the twisted spire on www.shropshiresgreatoutdoors.co.uk new Hills is not complete without and craft markets most the Town Hall , a multi- Stretton Hills. The town and nano brewery. At its heart is Craven Arms, SY7 9RS. Tel: 01588 676060 a look around at least one Thursdays. The town also functional space for art Whilst every endeavour has been made to ensure accuracy of the information in this surrounding countryside www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk the 600-year-old packhorse publication, the publisher cannot accept responsibility for holiday loss or dissappointment of them. boasts a superb selection exhibitions, talks, music, Home of Grow Cook Learn. Registered charity no. 1158795 are a magnet for visitors Church Stretton Pond dipping at the Discovery Centre, Craven Arms arising from the use of this publication. Please telephone in advance to confirm any bridge, Clun’s crossing point information in this guide. Sat 24 & Sun 25 June 26 July - 30 Aug Sat 23 Sept Sat 25 & Sun 26 Nov CLUN GARDENS OPEN SUMMER HOLIDAY FUN MICHAELMAS FAIR LUDLOW MEDIEVAL Carding Mill Valley Bishop’s Castle CHRISTMAS FAYRE Day Gardens open in Clun under Great s Out the National Garden Scheme. Children’s activities most Steam engines, theatre, music, Ludlow Castle Mon, Wed and Fri from street performers and funfair. Celebrate the start of the Things to see and do Sun 2 July 11am, see National Trust Evening lantern procession, festive season medieval Visit www.visitshropshirehills.co.uk for details of all of these events and more BISHOP’S CASTLE CARNIVAL website for details. Samba Band and Fire Show. style! Over 100 stalls, music, in the Traditional town carnival entertainment and workshops. 31 July - 1 Sept Sun 24 Sept Sun 5 March Sat 29 April - Sun 7 May Sat 20 May Sun 11 June with parade of steam engines, CHILDREN’S SUMMER HARVEST FESTIVAL. Sat 25 & Sun 26 Nov GROWING DAY IRONBRIDGE GORGE 10TH ANNUAL DUCK RACE, MIDLAND OIL ENGINE vintage cars and floats. HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Acton Scott Historic Working Farm CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR hropshire ills Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre WALKING FESTIVAL Carding Mill Valley, CLUB RALLY Fri 7 & Sat 8 July The Shropshire Hills Join in the harvest Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre Top gardening tips, butterfly friendly Varied and rewarding walks Church Stretton Acton Scott Historic Working Farm BISHOP’S CASTLE Discovery Centre procession and repast. Handmade crafts and 13th-14th planting, seed swap and over 80 around the World Heritage Site. Try your luck with the ducks! Working model engines will Map and calendar inside REAL ALE TRAIL See website for further details. Christmas gifts from talented varieties of seed potatoes available. Prizes for every race. Fundraiser be running in the parkland. Fri 6 & Sat 7 Oct May 2017 Sun 30 April & Mon 1 May Based in and around the town’s Shropshire crafts people. for Stretton Climate Care. Thurs 3 Aug CLUN VALLEY BEER FESTIVAL Fri 24 March CLUN GREEN MAN FESTIVAL Sat 17 June - Sun 2 July six historical pubs and two real ale breweries.