Things To Do In Church Stretton and Shropshire Hills

Things To Do  In The Shropshire Hills

Visitor Resource - Church Stretton
www.churchstretton.co.uk has useful suggestions in the local area.

Visitor Resource - Shropshire
https://www.visitshropshire.co.uk/ is the official visitor resource for Shropshire including Things To Do, Whats On, Eat & Drink and Destinations.

Church Stretton
The town of Church Stretton in the Shropshire Hills is a freindly community with lots of independent shops, cafes, pubs, 

Carding Mill Valley & The Long Mynd - Church Stretton
The National Trust offers a wide range of outdoor activities including cycling, walking, wild swimming, and horse riding. Whether you're looking to explore on foot, bike, or horseback, the area provides equipment rentals and safety advice to help you enjoy the natural beauty responsibly.

Visit this National Trust site for more suggestions for Things To Do around the area.

Ludlow
The town of Ludlow is around 11 minutes away by train (platform 2) and has a great selection of independent shops and cafes. There is a vibrant market in the square (held on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays), and Ludlow Castle hosts a variety of events throughout the year. As you’re in ale-drinking country here in Shropshire, no trip is complete without sampling a pint of Ludlow Gold at the Ludlow Brewery by the station (open daily until 5 p.m., 6 p.m. on Fridays), or even taking the brewery tour!

Shrewsbury
The town of Shrewsbury is around 11 minutes away by train (platform 1) and has a great selection of independent shops and cafes too. Shrewsbury Castle is a short walk from the train station and the Quarry Park famous for its flowery Dingle masterminded by the late Percy Thrower.  

Much Wenlock
The mediaeval market town of Much Wenlock played a major part in the 19th century revival of the Olympic Games - it's worth a visit and driving from Woodland Stays takes you across the world famous Wenlock Edge.

Spa Treatments
Why not spoil your partner with a surprise Spa Treatment. It’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy your stay! LovePamperCompany is a luxurious and truly indulgent beauty therapy service delivering 5* quality beauty treatments carried out in the comfort of your holiday property.   Your treatments are carried out by our carefully selected therapists, who ensure you are enveloped into calmness, serenity and relaxation the moment you embark on your treatment journey.

The Outdoor Depot - Church Stretton
https://www.theoutdoordepot.co.uk/ in the old bank building in the centre of Church Stretton has a wide selection of high quality outdoor gear including a boot fitting service (need to book in advance).  Or try their 'Stretton Summits Round' - an 18.5 mile walk around five local peaks starting and finishing at the shop.  If you complete in shop hours you receive a badge and a place on the leader-door!

Scenic Walks  from the doorstep
Carding Mill Valley, The Long Mynd, Hope Bowdler Hill, Ragleth Hill and Caer Caradoc are all accessible directly on foot from the doorstep.  It's a lovely walk over The Long Mynd to The Bridges pub in Ratlinghope and in the summer the Stretton Shuttle is available for a ride back into town.