Top 10 things to do in Shropshire
Shropshire is a quiet county of hills, castles, medieval towns and the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. It suits walkers and history lovers.
- 1
Ironbridge Gorge
📍 IronbridgeHistory, museumsA World Heritage Site and the world’s first iron bridge, with several museums.
- 2
Shrewsbury Abbey
📍 ShrewsburyHistoryA medieval abbey church, linked with the Cadfael stories.
- 3
Ludlow Castle
📍 LudlowHistoryA ruined Norman castle above the river, in a pretty market town.
- 4
The Long Mynd
📍 Church StrettonWalks, hillsHeather uplands with valleys known as batches, good for walking.
- 5
Wenlock Priory
📍 Much WenlockHistoryRuins of a medieval priory with topiary gardens.
- 6
Attingham Park
📍 Near ShrewsburyHouse, deerA Georgian mansion in parkland, with a deer park and walled garden.
- 7
Stokesay Castle
📍 Near Craven ArmsHistoryA fortified medieval manor house in excellent condition.
- 8
Wroxeter Roman City
📍 Near ShrewsburyHistory, RomanThe remains of a major Roman city with a bath-house wall still standing.
- 9
Shrewsbury Town
📍 ShrewsburyTown, historyA medieval town in a bend of the River Severn, with timber-framed streets.
- 10
Hawkstone Park Follies
📍 Near HodnetWalks, familiesA woodland park with follies, paths and caves.
Where to base yourself
Last checked: October 2026.