Explore this stunning part of the country which has beautiful scenery, historic towns, and tranquil, winding rivers to cruise upon. Leave the 21st Century behind and be transported back in time at Blists Hill, a reconstruction of the past, where you can wander streets with shops and houses exactly as they were back in the time of Victorian innovation.
Day 1 We make our way towards Telford and our hotel with suitable refreshment stops along the way.
Day 2 A visit to Ironbridge, one of the most important centres of the industrial revolution and now a delightful town of tea rooms, antique shops and, of course, the iconic bridge. We also visit Blists Hill, a fascinating recreation of a Victorian town complete with staff in authentic costume.
Day 3 We travel along pretty Wenlock Edge, via Craven Arms to Ludlow, where you have free time to explore this pretty market town with its black & white timber-frame buildings. Mid-afternoon, we make our way back to our hotel with time to relax before dinner. DAY 4: A day in Shrewsbury, beginning with free time to explore and get some lunch. In the afternoon, we enjoy a 45-minute cruise on board Sabrina as she sails around the picturesque River Severn Loop, followed by a tour and cream tea at St Mary’s Church. DAY 5: Leaving our hotel after breakfast we make our way to Cirencester with time for refreshments and sightseeing before continuing home.
Day 4 A day in Shrewsbury, beginning with free time to explore and get some lunch. In the afternoon, we enjoy a 45-minute cruise on board Sabrina as she sails around the picturesque River Severn Loop, followed by a tour and cream tea at St Mary’s Church.
Day 5 Leaving our hotel after breakfast we make our way to Cirencester with time for refreshments and sightseeing before continuing home.
This beautiful four-star hotel is set within 170 acres of Shropshire countryside and the restaurant enjoys fantastic views over the Ironbridge Gorge. The hotel has an indoor pool, spa, sauna, gym and treatment rooms. All bedrooms have TV, telephone, WiFi, ironing facilities, hairdryer and hospitality tray. There is a lift to some rooms.
