Wenlock Priory

Image courtesy of English Heritage

Much Wenlock
Shropshire
TF13 6HS


Wenlock Priory with its striking clipped topiary has a pastoral setting on the edge of lovely Much Wenlock. Its grandeur can still be traced in the outlines of its 13th century church, Norman chapter house and rare monks washbasins.

General Information:

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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    21st March to 30th April:
    Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st May to 31st August:
    Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st September to 31st October:
    Wednesday to Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st November to 28th February: Thursday to Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm.

    1st to 31st March:
    Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays 10.00am - 5pm.

    Closed 24th - 26th December and 1st January.

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Adult £3.30; concession £2.50; child 5-15 yrs £1.70.; under 5's free; English Heritage Members free.
    Group discounts available.

    Directions
    Car: in Much Wenlock.
    Train: Telford Central Station 9 miles.
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