Our tour to the beautiful county of Shropshire rich in attractions, fabulous countryside and nostalgic market towns like Ironbridge, Shrewsbury, and Much Wenlock. Join us to experience the surrounding county of Worcestershire including a steam train, Blist hill Victorian village, RAF Cosford, an afternoon tea in Witley, and a relaxing river cruise in Shrewsbury. Staying in a 4* Spa hotel in Telford completes this scenic tour.
5 Days 8th August 2024
Our tour to the beautiful county of Shropshire rich in attractions, fabulous countryside and nostalgic market towns like Ironbridge, Shrewsbury, and Much Wenlock. Join us to experience the surrounding county of Worcestershire including a steam train, Blist hill Victorian village, RAF Cosford, an afternoon tea in Witley, and a relaxing river cruise in Shrewsbury. Staying in a 4* Spa hotel in Telford completes this scenic tour.
Friday After a relaxed breakfast we travel the short distance to Blist Hill Victorian Town, an open-air museum that takes you back to the Victorian era recreating the sights, sounds and smells of a Victorian Shropshire town in the late 19th century. After lunch we head to the county town of Shropshire Shrewsbury for a relaxing river cruise on the River Severn complete with tea and biscuits, the best way to enjoy the beautiful views and the commentary telling you of the town steeped in history. Some free time in the town itself before returning back to our hotel.
Saturday This morning we will enjoy an hours steam train journey on the Severn Valley Railway from Kidderminster to Bridgnorth. This heritage standard gauge railway runs between the Shropshire and Worcestershire countryside on a vintage steam train, a nostalgic step back in time! After your train ride the coach will take us to the stunningly beautiful medieval town of Much Wenlock with its charming museum, visitor centre and Saturday market. An opportunity to enjoy lunch before returning mid-afternoon to our spa hotel and a chance to use the extensive leisure facilities or relax on the sun terrace with views of the golf course.
Sunday After a leisurely breakfast we begin our day with a visit to RAF Cosford. Youll spend the morning discovering displays of aircraft, iconic cars, model tanks, and so much more! Marvel at the worlds oldest Spitfire and several other classic aircraft in the War in the Air hanger. This afternoon we are taking you to Great Witley for an afternoon tea in The Garden Tea rooms (around 1.00pm). enjoy freshly cut sandwiches, scones, jam & cream and unlimited tea & coffee all served on traditional bone china. After lunch we visit the nearby Great Witley Parish church with the most stunning interior of any Baroque church in England. This hidden gem delights all that visit with displays about the history of this wonderful building.
Monday A relaxed leave from our hotel to visit the nearby village of Ironbridge on the banks of the River Severn in the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge. Famous for the worlds first iron bridge that gave the village its name which was constructed in 1779 in the gorge known throughout the world as the birthplace of the industrial revolution. The bridge itself, and iconic landmark and now a UNESCO heritage site. After your visit we continue down to Wiltshire and your waiting taxis after a memorable break in Shropshire.
This modern 4* hotel overlooking Ironbridge Gorge boasts en-suite bedrooms with free toiletries, TV, phone, air conditioning, hospitality trays, and free Wi-Fi. There is a superb leisure facilities including a stunning indoor pool, a bar, restaurant, lounge, lift, gardens, and sun terrace.
Price Includes
Luxury Coach Travel with Extra Leg Room
Home Pickup, Full Hostess Service
4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Tea/Coffee after Dinner
Entrance to Blist Victorian Town
Shrewsbury River Cruise with Tea/Biscuits
Steam Train from Kidderminster to Bridgnorth
Entrance to RAF Cosford
Afternoon Tea in Witley
Visits to Worcester, Much Wenlock, & Ironbridge
5 Days £659.00
Single Supplement £140 (Limited)
Double for Sole use
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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Bp Garage Chippenham | Bp Garage Chippenham |
Chippenham | Chippenham, Layby on A350 at Mac Donald Roundabout Chippenham, Layby on A350 at Mac Donald Roundabout |
Countess Services | Countess Services, A303 |
HillSide Cafe | Hillside Cafe, A36, Codford, BA12 0JZ |
Leigh Delamare Services | Leigh Delamare Services West Bound |
Melksham | Melksham, Kings Street Coach Park SN12 7EP |
TBC | To Be Confirmed |
The Yard | The Yard Markay Estate, Furnax Ln, Warminster BA12 8FF |
Trowbridge | Trowbridge, Trinity Church Layby on Park Side |
Warminster Services | Warminster Services, Lorry Park |
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