The Wrekin

The Wrekin is a large hill with a fort in the county of Shropshire.  Just 4 miles west of Telford the hill fort is a well preserved example and the large wooded expanse of land is very popular with walkers and tourists. Some magnificent views of the surrounding countryside can be observed from The Wrekin.

A local saying which refers to the long distance it takes to walk around the hill, ' All around the Wrekin' and is often used to describe someone who is taking too long to explain something.

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Wroxeter

Wroxeter is a village in the county of Shropshire, England, on the east bank of the River Severn, at grid reference SJ563082. It is located on the site of the Roman city of Viroconium, which was once one of the largest cities in England but fell into decline once the Roman Empire left Britain around 410 AD.

Some impressive standing ruins from Viroconium are located just outside the village, where there is a also a small museum. There is a vineyard in the village, which is the only commercial one in the county and since 2004 holds the record for growing the most northerly red wine grapes in the world.

Wroxeter is about 5 miles south-east of the town of Shrewsbury and is near to the village of Atcham. The Royal Mail postcode begins SY4.

One of the largest Roman cities in the UK is thought to have been Wroxeter or Viroconium. It would have been surrounded by walls and would have had a population of around 5000. Wroxeter Roman city is still being excavated by archeologists and is looked after by English Heritage.

http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/

Just up the road from the Roman ruins is the Wroxeter Roman Vineyard, the most northerly vineyard in the UK producing fine quality wines. This is a family run business and there is a shop on the farm where you can taste the wine and buy a few bottles.

http://www.wroxetervineyard.co.uk/

For more photos of Wroxeter click here

RAF Cosford Museum

The Royal Air Force Museum at Cosford helps to preserve the history of aviation for future generations. The documentation of the history of the Royal Air Force is an integral part of museum's work which is sponsored by the Department for Culture.

The museum at Cosford was opened in 1979 prior to which it had been used to house a collection of old aircraft. The British Airways collection was also housed here until the company withdrew funding.

A variety of aircraft are on permanent display here and not all are British. Visitors can see German, American and Japanese aircraft as well as some exhibits from Argentina.

Additional features include a missile collection, transport section and aircraft engines. A good family day out or a plane spotters paradise.

RAF Museum Cosford, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8UP. Tel: 01902 376200

www.rafmuseum.org.uk

Weston Park

As described by the official website "Weston Park is one of the most welcoming stately homes with as much character as any English castle and with as many stories as any Royal Home".

This country house in Weston-under-Lizard is set in 1000 acres of parkland designed by Capability Brown. It is a Grade I listed building with an orangery and stable block. First mentioned in the Domesday Book the land still features its medieval deer park and forest.

The house was built in 1671 by Lady Elizabeth Wilbraham and has been host to a numerous well known guests including Royalty, government officials and private companies. It is also a venue for many one off festivals and regular events such as classic car rallies and country fairs.

Weston Park features beautiful gardens, architecture and history. It is an excellent choice for a family day out or a corporate event. Weston Park caters for weddings and conferences as well as activity days.
The park is held in trust by The Weston Park Foundation and visitor attractions include a miniature railway, woodland adventure playground and giant games.

There is a shop and gallery which sell local produce and a 1000 acres to explore. Take a picnic and enjoy a great day out.

Website: http://www.weston-park.com/


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Severn Valley Country Park

Severn Valley Country Park with its custom built visitor centre is situated by a river in meadows and woodlands. There are a number of walks and the park has a cafe and toilet facilities. It is very popular in the summer months.

The park has won a Green Flag Award and was opened to the public in 1992. The Severn Valley Railway runs near to the park and visitors can make use of the picnic site by the river and relax in the open countryside.

The site where the Country park now stands used to be a coal mine. Having closed in 1969 the land was eventually reclaimed and the result of this effort is what you see today.

Chapel Lane, Alveley, Bridgnorth, Shropshire. WV15 6NN.