Shropshire & Welsh Borders

Day 1

Morning departure from your local pickup point, we make our way to Shropshire and to the hotel in Telford.

Day 2

A leisurely morning drive to one of England’s most ancient towns. Ludlow dates back 1000 years having over 500 listed buildings and a castle. In the afternoon head north to the river town of Shrewsbury famed for its black and white timber buildings, full of boutique shops and cosy cafes. A River Severn cruise has been arranged for you to sit back, relax and admire the town whilst enjoying a cuppa on board.

Day 3

Just a short drive away stands Blists Hill Victorian Town. Rocket back to the age of steam and see life more than 100 years ago at the famous open air museum. Meet some (almost) real Victorians in their authentic shops and cottages. Top your visit off with a bag of fish and chips cooked the traditional way in beef dripping and some treats from the old fashioned sweetie shop. The journey home takes you via Ironbridge where the industrial revolution began. Built in 1779 the cast iron structure was the first ever cast Iron Bridge.

Day 4

The terrain becomes more mountainous as the Welsh roads leads the tour to Llangollen – a thriving little town and home to both a steam railway and Llangollen Canal. Time free to have a stroll before boarding the narrowboat for the 40 minute return trip across Thomas Telfords Pontcysyllte Aqueduct – 1000 feet long and 126 feet high, and recognised as a World Heritage site.

Day 5

After a leisurely start to the day we make our way home with fond memories of our Shropshire adventure.

Includes

• Return coach travel
• 4 nights Buckatree Hall Hotel half board
• Some entertainment
• Admission to Blists Hill Victorian Town
• River Severn cruise
• Pontcysyllte Aquaduct trip
• Free time in Ludlow, Shrewsbury and Llangollen
  
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