What makes a holiday in Shropshire perfect is how it surprises; its quiet modesty belies a county blessed with untouched countryside - think rolling hills, farmland untouched for centuries and pretty market towns and villages. With the Shropshire Hills situated at its core, you’ll discover undulating green hills flecked with heather in late summer, winding country roads, welcoming pubs, historic castles, and amazing restaurants (and a food festival or two). And of course, not forgetting the proudly upheld, weird and wonderful traditions and celebrations you’ll occasionally stumble across, like Clun’s Green Man festival which celebrates May Day. Stay in one of our luxury cottages in Shropshire and you’ll have a stay unlike other – away from the madding crowd and completely unique.

Shropshire is rightly proud of its vast supply of local produce, helped by the incredibly rich and fertile soil fed by its many rivers and streams. Throughout the county you will stumble across famer’s markets showcasing the best meat, dairy, fruit and vegetable produce imaginable, leaving you with plenty of choice to take back to your luxury cottage. If you’d rather eat out than in, you’re in for a treat. Shropshire prides itself on its clever chefs and you’ll find them everywhere, from Michelin-starred dining to cosy country inns. Ludlow in particular is famed as being a centre for foodies, not least because it’s home to the first ever Food Festival, set up 25 years ago and still going strong every September. Whether you’re after an idyllic pub tucked away in the countryside or a trail blazer in modern cuisine, you’ll find it all in Shropshire.

Cheers! Shropshire is home to a vast array of quaffables to choose from, making it a must for any drink aficionado. Bishop’s Castle, a small town in the south, is home to not one but two breweries, one of which is the oldest working brewery in Britain, founded in 1649 when its license was granted by Charles I. Situated next to Herefordshire and Worcestershire, there’s also a huge influence of cider and perries to explore, whilst lovers of the grape will be pleased to know there are plenty of vineyards too, including one with a Roman heritage dating back over 2000 years ago! Shropshire specialises in exceptional pubs and inns, so you’ll not have to venture far to find one bursting with character, from open fires and stone floors to pretty beer gardens and exceptional views. Not to mention the fabulous pub grub you get to sample too.

A lush, fertile region dominated by the Shropshire Hills, there’s plenty to see and to when staying in your luxury cottage in Shropshire. Its varied history is interlinked with its landscape, from the 18^th century canals that snake across the county, its ruined castles (and not so ruined, such as Stokesay Castle), and astonishing Roman remains (it’s home to the fourth largest Roman city, Wroxeter). It’s villages and towns are flecked with black-and-white Tudor buildings (Ludlow and Shrewsbury have excellent examples) whilst there are stately homes and gardens to explore too. Ironbridge, a UNESCO World Heritage site, gives insight into the Industrial Revolution, and Acton Scott Historic Working Farm offers a fascinating look into our agricultural past. Don your walking boots and explore the numerous natural wonders such as the vast Long Mynd and the Stiperstones, two huge hills with exceptional views, and the Offa’s Dyke path that follows the Welsh/English border.