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How
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A41 south from Chester,
A442 north from Telford, A49 north from Shrewsbury |
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Shropshire
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Shropshire
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 Whitchurch
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Whitchurch, in
the far north near the Cheshire border, this bustling market
town is the oldest continually occupied settlement in Shropshire.
The town was founded in around
70 AD by the Romans, who named it Mediolanum, meaning 'the
place in the middle of the plain'. Built on a low hill, the
town was on a major Roman route half way between the cities
of Chester (Deva) and Wroxeter (Viroconium). Much of the
Roman town plan survives in the layout of Whitchurch's streets.
The town is the home of J B Joyce
& Co., the world's oldest tower clockmakers (established in
1690). Examples of their work can be found on palaces and
cathedrals all over the globe but no other town has so many
amazing public clocks as Whitchurch.
St Alkmund's church in the High
Street has a particularly fine example. An earlier church
on this site, thought to have been built of local chalk, gave
the town its name, 'White Church'.
The Heritage Centre illustrates
the facinating history of the ancient market town. At the
Craft Centre next door visitors can also see traditional items
being made.
Whitchurch is famous for cheesemaking
and despite being in Shropshire is widely considered to be
the home of Cheshire cheese.
There are a number of interesting
Town Trails, including the Clock Trail, and Jubilee Park is
the starting point of five long distance walking routes, popular
with walkers on holiday in the area.
About a mile out of the town
along the Shropshire Way is the Llangollen Canal and the magnificent
flight of staircase locks at Grindley Brook.
Whitchurch's most famous son
is Sir John Talbot, Earl of Shrewsbury, whose heart is buried
under the porch of St Alkmund's Church. His fame is perpetuated
in Shakespeare's King Henry VI, Part One. Other famous former
residents include the Victorian illustrator Randolf Caldecott
and the musician Sir Edward German.
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Map of Whitchurch |
What
To See -
Whitchurch Tourist Attractions
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 Brown
Moss Nature Reserve,
2 miles south of Whitchurch, east of A41,
created in a former peat bog (moss is a local name for peat
bog). Pools, marshes, heathland and woodland, over 200
species of wild plants, wildlife. Marked circular walks. Tel:
01691 624448 |
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Rally
School,
south of Whitchurch, full range of courses, we add this is in
vain hope they offer us a freebie as we have been before and
had a really good day out ! Details at www.rallyschool.co.uk |
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Hawkstone
Park, Weston-under-Redcastle, SY4 5UY, 12 miles north-east
of Shrewsbury off A49, between Shrewsbury and Whitchurch, is
a fantasy world of follies and walks created in the 18th century,
hidden paths, secret tunnels and concealed grottos.Features
include the White tower, the Red Castle, a death-defying Swiss
Bridge, an Indian rock passage, the magnificent Serpentine Tunnel
and Gingerbread Hall. Lots of steps and precipious edges.Open:
Jan-20th Mar: 3rd January plus sat/sun 10:00-15:00; 21st Mar-10th
Apr: daily 10:00-16:00; 13th Apr-22nd May; Wed-Sun, plus open
Mon 2nd May, 10:00-16:00; 25th May-11th Sept: daily 10:00-16:00;
14th Sept-23rd Oct: Wed-Sun 10:00-15;30; 24th-30th Oct: daily
10:00-15:30; Nov-Dec Closed except Santa’s Grotto trips (pre-book
essential) Tel:
01939 200611 
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Hawkstone
Hall and Gardens,at
Marchamley, I mile north of Hodnet on A442 Hawkstone
Hall is a splendid Grade I listed mansion owned by the Redemptorists
who use the building as a pastoral centre. Terraces, lawns,
Courtyard Garden and a Winter Garden, as well as Victorian Rose
gardens in front of a lily-pool. Woodland walks. Open:14th-31st
August from 13:00-17:00 Check by telephoning Tel:
01630 685242
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Where
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Tarporley Road Whitchurch SY13 4JH MAP
Set amidst 300 acres of countryside, this is the perfect place to play golf and enjoy modern leisure facilities or just relax and be pampered, wined and dined.
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Dodington Whitchurch SY13 1EN MAP
This small family-run hotel is located on the edge of the charming market town of Whitchurch and offers 10 unique, individually designed and decorated rooms.
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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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Hanmer Village near Whitchurch SY13 3DE MAP
Delightfully situated on the borders of Shropshire, Cheshire and North Wales, this hotel is located in the idyllic village of Hanmer, home to the famous Church of St Chads.
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1 Oak Cottages, Church Lane Marbury near Whitchurch SY13 4DZ Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
Peacefully set in the heart of a perfect quintessentially English village this delightful Grade II listed black and white cottage is itself brimming with character and charm. Recently renovated to a high standard it sits a short stroll from a fine dining...
Sleeps 6
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Sandford near Whitchurch SY13 2AW Tel: 01244 357717 MAP
Situated in the rural hamlet of Sandford, this early nineteenth century, brick built coach house is a mere five miles from the bustling market town of Whitchurch....
Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: 291.00-663.00
Sleeps up to 8 in 3 bedrooms.
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Whixall near Whitchurch SY13 2PQ Tel: 01244 357717 MAP
The cottage has some charming original features including quarry tiled floors and old fireplaces and provides warm and cosy holiday accommodation whether you’re visiting as a couple or a family....
Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 250.00-550.00
Sleeps up to 8 in 3 bedrooms.
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Marley Green near Whitchurch SY13 4LX Tel: 01244 357717 MAP
This detached railway-crossing cottage is a brick structure set in a pretty, secluded location in the Shropshire countryside, just four miles from the picturesque town of Whitchurch....
Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 220.00-440.00
Sleeps up to 5 in 3 bedrooms.
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Around
The Whitchurch Area
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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Wem (7.96 miles) Market Drayton (9.38 miles) Nantwich (9.60 miles) Ellesmere (9.75 miles) Crewe (13.33 miles) Winsford (16.87 miles) Chester (17.74 miles) Sandbach (17.96 miles) Shrewsbury (18.21 miles) Middlewich (18.43 miles) |
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Heritage
and Tourist Information Centre
12 St Mary's Street
Whitchurch
SY13 1QY
Tel: Tourist Enquiries: 01948 664577
Tel: Heritage Enquiries:
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Our
Hotel Booking Line
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0870 4786316
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