The historic market town of Church Stretton is to be found in the South Shropshire hills on the border between England and Wales and is situated midway between Ludlow and Shrewsbury on the A49. It has the distinction of being the only town in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and because of its unique location it attracts visitors from all over who come here to both enjoy the town and its surroundings or to base themselves here whilst they explore the area. Church Stretton can trace its history back to Iron Age times as evidence of hill forts have been found in the area, farming has always been important to this market town, its charter as a market town being granted around 1214 and today markets are regularly held here every Thursday. The Church of St Lawrence still stands on its original site, dating back to Norman Times and is one of the original buildings from that period, in the 16th century a fire destroyed much of the town centre and today many of the buildings here what were rebuilt after the fire. Church Stretton has a charm and character rarely seen nowadays, it has a marvellous town centre with a wide range of local stores, it has managed to maintain that tricky balance between becoming an overcrowded tourist resort and a dormitory town and what you have here is a superb place to live with excellent facilities for the residents and tourist amongst some of the finest Shropshire countryside.
Attraction
Caer Caradoc
Cardingmill Valley
Old Rectory Wood
Preen Manor Gardens
Camping
Coates Farm (The)
Ley Hill Farm
Small Batch Camp Site
Spring Bank
Caravan Park
Care Home
Cottage
Dentist
I Clapworthy
Lyness Dental Practice
Doctor
Estate Agent
Chamberlaines & Stephens
Wright W C & Son
Golf Club
Market
Church Stretton Country Market
Pub and Bar
Yew Tree InnRestaurant
Bottle & Glass
Jaipur
Plough
Ragleth Inn
Studio (The)
Yew Tree Inn
Solicitor
L V Priestley & Son
PI+ Solicitors, Specialists in Dental Negligence
Taxi
Vet
Sports Clubs
Church Stretton CC (Cricket)
Church Stretton LTC (Tennis)
Shops
Thomas John R
A J Stevenson
Woods Of Shropshire
Stretton Menswear
Antiques
Activities
Lawley View Farm and Livery(Riding)
Places to Stay near Church Stretton
Longmynd Hotel (0.58 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. Boasting breathtaking views, Longmynd provides good ... More | visit website
Mayfield (0.96 miles)
An attractive 1930's detached bungalow located in the tranquil Shropshire village of All Stretton, at the foot of the beautiful Caradoc and Long Mynd Hills. Renovated and furnished in a contemporary theme, this inviting property ... More
Mynd House (1.31 miles)
Mynd House lies at the foot of the Long Mynd in the unspoilt village of Little Stretton. An Edwardian house built at the turn of the century, it now provides 7 charming and luxurious en-suite bedrooms with ... More | visit website
Affcot Lodge (4.52 miles)
The Calf Kit (4.64 miles)
Four quality, brick built barn conversions, superb Shropshire holiday cottages, in a lovely courtyard setting on the owners' 250 acre farm, on the edge of Westhope village, 6 miles from delightful Church Stretton. Originally part ... More
Crown Country Inn (5.48 miles)
The Crown is set in an "area of outstanding natural beauty", and the towns of Shrewsbury, Ludlow, Telford, Much Wenlock, Bridgnorth and Craven Arms are all within easy travelling distance.
The Crown is a Grade II ... More | visit website
Raven Hotel (6.40 miles)
Beautifully set in the ancient market town of Much Wenlock, this 17th century coaching inn presents itself as an ideal base from which to explore Shropshire. The combination of ancient almshouses and ... More
Stokesay Castle Hotel (7.01 miles)
Situated in the Shropshire town of Craven Arms surrounded by beautiful countryside and views. We are an ideal base for enjoying shropshire walks, cycling and tourism.
Also just a short drive ... More
Tom Doby's Barn and Flemings. (7.65 miles)
Set in two acres of established gardens, it is ... More | visit website
Grove Farm House (7.79 miles)
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