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Information about Shropshire
Shropshire is one of England’s largest and least populated inland counties, a borderland place of ancient hills, market towns of extraordinary character and a landscape that carries the weight of centuries of history between England and Wales with a quiet and confident grace. It is a county that rewards the curious traveller with discoveries at every turn and a sense of unhurried authenticity that is increasingly rare.
The landscape is dominated by a series of ancient hill ranges that give Shropshire a drama and variety unusual in the English Midlands. The Long Mynd, a high heather covered plateau in the centre of the county, offers superb walking with wide views across the surrounding countryside. The Stretton Hills, the Clee Hills and the Stiperstones, with its dramatic quartzite ridge and brooding atmosphere, each have their own distinct character and together make Shropshire one of the finest walking counties in England. To the west, the hills merge into the Welsh Marches in a landscape of deep valleys, ancient castles and border settlements that tell the story of centuries of conflict and coexistence between two nations.
Shrewsbury, the county town, is one of the finest medieval towns in England, its black and white timbered buildings, ancient streets and loop of the River Severn creating a townscape of exceptional beauty and character. Ludlow, in the south of the county, is equally celebrated, with a magnificent castle, a reputation for excellent food and a compact historic centre that is among the most rewarding in the Welsh Marches. Ironbridge, in the east of the county, occupies a unique place in world history as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, its gorge, iron bridge and collection of museums forming a UNESCO World Heritage Site of international significance.
Whether you are looking for a walking retreat in the Shropshire Hills, a stay in medieval Shrewsbury or Ludlow, a journey through the landscapes of the Welsh Marches or a visit to the cradle of the Industrial Revolution at Ironbridge, Shropshire is a county of depth, beauty and a quiet distinction that leaves a lasting impression.
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