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Ludlow
Construction of Ludlow Castle began in the late 11th Century as the border stronghold of one of the Marcher Lords, Roger De Lacy.
Market Drayton
It was predicted in 1958 that Hodnet "would one day take its place among the major gardens of Britain." Now the glorious fulfillment of that prophecy is simply waiting for you to enjoy.
Nantwich
The riverside area of Nantwich offers a pleasant walk alongside the River Weaver and around Nantwich Lake within easy access of the historic town centre.
Brereton, Congleton
Designated as a Local Nature Reserve, Brereton Heath was a quarry site for silica sand. The lake is surrounded by habitats restored to the original landscape of heather and silver birch trees.
Sandbach
The Wheelock Rail Trail near Sandbach follows the route of a disused railway from Ettiley Heath to Malkins Bank. Today the trail is a rich haven for wildlife and wild flowers and provides a pleasant level and wide route through Cheshire.
Shropshire
A red brick Georgian house in an idyllic 18th century parkland setting situated on the Welsh side of the Shropshire/Welsh border.
Nuneaton
Known as the 'Gothic Gem of the Midlands', Arbury Hall has been the ancestral home of the Newdigate family since the 16th Century.
Croome D'Abitot, Nr High Green
The first complete landscape design by 'Capability' Brown, restoration has been ongoing since 1996.
Congleton
Astbury Mere is a green oasis developed on the site of a former sand quarry, less than a mile from Congleton town centre. Enjoy a stroll through wildflower meadows and admire the views across the mere towards Congleton Edge and Mow Cop.
Scholar Green
An 18th century country house set in a Repton landscape containing fine furniture and porcelain. Renowned for the Snowdrops in February, Rhododendrons and Bluebells in May. Other features include a kitchen garden, Italian garden and cafe.
Newcastle
Grade 1 listed building. Fine example of a small Carolinian manor house (1676). Family portraits from 1624 to date. Family seat for over 900 years. Lime avenue and landscaped gardens with early Victorian summer house.
Upton upon Severn
Upton past & present, exhibits of local history. Ceramics, clothes, photos etc. Lovely garden. Educational - schools welcome. Pre-booked coach parties (50 people at a time). Have boats trips in the summer.
Malvern
Elizabethan and Victorian house with medieval origins. Fine contents. Extensive gardens and arboretum.
Shrewsbury
Designed by John Nash in 1803, Longner Hall is a Tudor Gothic style house set in a park landscaped by Humphry Repton. The home of one family for over 700 years.
Wolverhampton
The present house was built during the 18th Century by Francis Smith and John Soane and the landscape park was designed by 'Capability' Brown.
The house is available for civil weddings,receptions and corporate entertainment.
Hereford
A 16th century manor house which was altered and remodelled in the 18th and 19th centuries and again in this century. The original home of the Hereford family (see Sufton Court) who have held the manor since the 12th century.
Nr. Malvern
Prior's Hall, C. 1480, of former Benedictine Monastery. Library, Religious Vestments, Embroideries, Paintings. 10 acre garden - lakes, spring bulbs, blossom, old roses and shrubs.
Hereford
A small Palladian mansion designed by James Wyatt. Park and grounds by Humphrey Repton whose 'Red Book' along with antique china and watercolours are on display.
Stratford Upon Avon
A light-filled gem with a Shakespearean connection
Birmingham
Four glasshouses take visitors from tropical rainforest to arid desert with 15 acres of beautiful, historic and landscaped themed gardens. Adventure playground, discovery garden, trails, birds, gift shop, plant sales gallery and restaurant.