Attractions

Attractions in Shropshire. Castles and National Trust Gardens

Powis Castle

Powis Castle, one of the jewels in the National Trust’s crown, is constructed from ancient sandstone and overlooks the Severn Valley. The castle is an impressive sight with its red walls and beautiful terraced gardens. The museum contains treasures that Clive of India brought back from India.

Attingham Hall

Attingham Hall (National Trust) near Shrewsbury is an elegant 18th-century mansion, with Regency interiors and a deer park where you can walk your dog. Lots of paintings, silver and furniture collections, and recent renovations are bringing it to life. The walled garden is being brought back into production providing flowers, fruit and vegetables for the house and tea rooms.

Ludlow Castle

Ludlow Castle is one of the finest examples of medieval ruined castles, set in glorious Shropshire countryside, and at the heart of a bustling black & white market town.

The Castle Hotel

The Castle Hotel is an ideal base for exploring this ancient and unspoilt land of rolling hills, valleys and castles.

“Highly recommended by friends the Hotel did not disappoint. charming and helpful staff, delicious food and drink and comfortable room made this a very pleasant overnight stay on our Journey.”

A. Person — Trip Advisor

This is a wonderful place to enjoy if you’re in Bishop’s Castle. We called in for coffee and cake on the Saturday and returned for Sunday lunch the next day. Fantastic service, excellent food and drink and a really nice atmosphere.

Keith G
1 August 2026
We had 2 specifications a walk in shower and a large bed bigger than a double! The Castle Hotel could meet both requirements! The room was large and well ventilated ,it was very hot, not anyone s fault. What there was an outside seating area close to our room.
The hotel is very dog friendly which we didn t mind but may not suit everyone.
The hotel is very old, lots of changes of level and very atmospheric. The Dining Room has wooden panelling , I expected Mrs Bennett to appear.
The cooking is excellent . We drank excellent local wine from the nearby winery, local beer was available. I suspect the ice cream was also local.
A daily what s on sheet was provided at breakfast , a nice touch to encourage local visits.

ahs1956
1 August 2026
The Castle Hotel is a very well managed hotel. Staff are well trained (and really pleasant and helpful) and everything was very efficient. This was a one night stay as we were cycle touring ; our bikes were safely stored and we were upgraded to a better room which was spacious and comfortable and really tastefully decorated. The only minor disadvantage was the proximity of the Town Hall clock which strikes every 15 minutes night and day - we had to close the window. The food in the restaurant is good, and well
priced, although for us the portions were too large. Breakfast was fine. Check in and checkout times are generous (3pm and 11am respectively) The garden is a very pretty and relaxing space and there is a guest terrace.
We would have no hesitation in returning.

Dajtrav
1 August 2026