National landscapes (AONB) · West Midlands
Shropshire Hills National Landscape
In or near Diddlebury.
The Shropshire Hills National Landscape is a designated National Landscape in Shropshire, England. It is located in the south of the county, extending to its border with Wales. Designated in 1958, the
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Church Stretton · 4.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Shropshire Hills National Landscape, the nearest railway station is Church Stretton, located 4.8 km away. The postcode for navigation is SY6 6RQ. Entry to the area is free, and accessibility details are not specified.
About
The Shropshire Hills National Landscape is a designated National Landscape in Shropshire, England. It is located in the south of the county, extending to its border with Wales. Designated in 1958, the area encompasses 802 square kilometres (310 sq mi) of land primarily in south-west Shropshire, taking its name from the upland region of the Shropshire Hills. The A49 road and Welsh Marches Railway Line bisect the area north–south, passing through or near Shrewsbury, Church Stretton, Craven Arms and Ludlow.
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Official information
Shropshire Hills National Landscape is a protected area that focuses on the conservation and regeneration of the natural landscape. Visitors can explore various outdoor activities, including walking and enjoying the scenic beauty of the hills.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Long Mynd SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Shropshire Hills
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
From the Wikipedia article
The Shropshire Hills National Landscape is a designated National Landscape in Shropshire, England. It is located in the south of the county, extending to its border with Wales. Designated in 1958, the area encompasses 802 square kilometres (310 sq mi) of land primarily in south-west Shropshire, taking its name from the upland region of the Shropshire Hills. The A49 road and Welsh Marches Railway Line bisect the area north–south, passing through or near Shrewsbury, Church Stretton, Craven Arms and Ludlow.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
Background
History
near Clun.]] Attractions of historical interest located within or near the National Landscape include Stokesay Castle (near Craven Arms), a well-preserved fortified manor house. Ludlow Castle in Ludlow was constructed in the 11th century as the border stronghold of one of the Marcher Lords, Roger de Lacy. Offa's Dyke, a massive linear earthwork, also runs through the area, and across the Clun Valley area. Clun Castle is located near Clun.
Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Coordinates
- 52.4950, -2.8160
- District
- Shropshire
- Parish
- Wistanstow
- Postcode
- SY6 6RQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Shropshire
- Established
- 1958
- Nearest railway station
- Church Stretton — 4.8 km
- Official site
- www.shropshirehillsaonb.co.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Shropshire Hills National Landscape (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shropshire Hills National Landscape?
- Shropshire Hills National Landscape is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY6 6RQ), in the parish of Wistanstow.
- What is Shropshire Hills National Landscape?
- The Shropshire Hills National Landscape is a designated National Landscape in Shropshire, England. It is located in the south of the county, extending to its border with Wales. Designated in 1958, the
- How do I get to Shropshire Hills National Landscape?
- The nearest railway station is Church Stretton, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY6 6RQ.
- When was Shropshire Hills National Landscape built?
- Built or established in 1958.
- Is Shropshire Hills National Landscape a protected site?
- Yes — Shropshire Hills National Landscape is part of the Long Mynd SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Shropshire Hills National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Shropshire Hills National Landscape free to visit?
- Yes, Shropshire Hills National Landscape is free to enter.
- How do I get to Shropshire Hills National Landscape?
- The nearest railway station is Church Stretton, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY6 6RQ.