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Bishop's Castle Tourist Information


On the edge of the Clun Forest, is the ancient market town of Bishop's Castle, the town retains its medieval outline and has a long and fascinating history.

Guided tours are available through the old thoroughfare, from the Parish church to the site of the Norman castle built by the Bishops of Hereford. You'll hear the stories that lie behind the various buildings, many dating from the early 16th century. Visit the House on Crutches Museum and the Railway and Transport Museum to find out about the town's heyday when it was a railway town with a curious single line.

In Bishop's Castle you will find plenty of shops, including interesting antique, craft and clothes shops. Lots of places serving excellent food and six pubs, two of which brew their own ale.

Take time to explore the spectacular natural beauty of the hills of south-west Shropshire, and the magnificent countryside around Offa's Dyke, and the even older Bury Ditches, one of the finest hill-forts in England.

 

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Attractions near Bishop's Castle
Walcot Hall (3 Miles)*
Walcot Hall dates back to Tudor times, the original Elizabethan facade being gabled. In 1763, Lord Clive of India commissioned Sir William Chambers, leading architect of the time to redesign the house.
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm (8 Miles)*
Every afternoon you can see hand milking. Buttermaking takes place in the dairy holidays and weekends.
Stokesay Castle (9 Miles)*
This is one of England's best preserved fortified manor houses. Stokesay's Great Hall is unchanged since the days of baronial feasts.
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What's near Bishop's Castle

Attractions:
  Walcot Hall  3 Miles
  Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills  8 Miles
  Acton Scott Historic Working Farm  8 Miles
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Towns:
  Lydham  1 Mile
  Snead  2 Miles
  More  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Highfields Estate Agents  14 Miles
  Miller Evans Lettings  17 Miles
  Pooks  17 Miles
Hotels:
  Mellington Hall Hotel  4 Miles
  Longmynd Hotel  8 Miles
  Knighton Hotel  10 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Claremont Holiday Cottages  <1 Mile
  Tuc-Tin  5 Miles
  Holly Cottage  9 Miles
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Campsites:
  Monstay Farm  13 Miles
  Loton Park Campsite  15 Miles
  Pearl Lake Leisure Park  17 Miles
TIC: Church Stretton Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01694 723133  8 Miles



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Towns near Bishop's Castle
Lydham Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Snead Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
More Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Bishop's Castle
Mellington Hall Hotel (4 Miles)*
Mellington Hall is a family-run, elegant Gothic hotel, nestling in the heart of the beautiful Mid-Wales countryside. The relaxed and informal atmosphere compliments the hotel's fine interior, stunning location and excellent cuisine.
Longmynd Hotel (8 Miles)*
Nestled in woodland overlooking the small market town of Church Stretton, the hotel is situated in the South Shropshire hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty and renowned walking country.
Knighton Hotel (10 Miles)*
Situated on the Welsh Border in beautiful Powys, Knighton Hotel offers elegant rooms with period features. With free parking and free Wi-Fi, there is also a restaurant and cosy bar.
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Self Catering near Bishop's Castle
Tuc-Tin (5 Miles)*
Tuc-Tin is a very cosy little cottage offering quality self catering accommodation in the picturesque medieval village of Clun in south Shropshire.
Orchard House (12 Miles)*
Get off the beaten track and glimpse Hicks Farm nestled in peaceful seclusion surrounded by idyllic unspoilt countryside. On the farm Rose Cottage and Orchard House provide spacious detached accommodation with every home comfort
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