Michelle’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A World Heritage Site and the beating heart of the Industrial Revolution, Ironbridge is home to 10 amazing museums that make an unforgettable experience
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The Ironbridge Gorge Museum
Coach RoadA World Heritage Site and the beating heart of the Industrial Revolution, Ironbridge is home to 10 amazing museums that make an unforgettable experience
Close to Offa's Dyke Path which follows the English/Welsh border for 177 miles through changing landscapes, which offer an amazing opportunity to catch a view of the native wildlife.
Offa's Dyke Path
Offa's Dyke PathClose to Offa's Dyke Path which follows the English/Welsh border for 177 miles through changing landscapes, which offer an amazing opportunity to catch a view of the native wildlife.
The British Ironworks Centre is situated in the town offering the largest display of decorative metalwork in the UK. Famous for its world-renowned "Spoon Gorilla", made from over 40,000 donated spoons (as seen on the BBC). This is a must visit.
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Centro Británico de Obras de Hierro
Aston WayThe British Ironworks Centre is situated in the town offering the largest display of decorative metalwork in the UK. Famous for its world-renowned "Spoon Gorilla", made from over 40,000 donated spoons (as seen on the BBC). This is a must visit.
Many National Trust properties are nearby. Explore the Erddig estate in Wrexham, the medieval fortress of Chirk Castle or the magnificent Powis Castle and gardens in Welshpool.
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National Trust - Chirk Castle
Many National Trust properties are nearby. Explore the Erddig estate in Wrexham, the medieval fortress of Chirk Castle or the magnificent Powis Castle and gardens in Welshpool.
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct – UNESCO World Heritage Site – Pontcysyllte is the longest, oldest and highest navigable aqueduct in Great Britain. It carries the Llangollen canal across the River Dee, giving spectacular views of North Wales.
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Acueducto de Pontcysyllte
Station RoadPontcysyllte Aqueduct – UNESCO World Heritage Site – Pontcysyllte is the longest, oldest and highest navigable aqueduct in Great Britain. It carries the Llangollen canal across the River Dee, giving spectacular views of North Wales.
Lake Vyrnwy – Set on the edge of the Snowdonia National park. Enjoy the spectacular waterfalls and unspoilt scenery whilst partaking in activities including boating, cycling and horse riding.
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Embalse del Lago Vyrnwy
15 AbertridwrLake Vyrnwy – Set on the edge of the Snowdonia National park. Enjoy the spectacular waterfalls and unspoilt scenery whilst partaking in activities including boating, cycling and horse riding.
Shopping
Oswestry market is also a short walk away, open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday offering a range of bespoke services and goods. Also playing host to a range of speciality events throughout the year.
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Oswestry Markets
Oswestry market is also a short walk away, open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday offering a range of bespoke services and goods. Also playing host to a range of speciality events throughout the year.
Family Fun
Park Hall Country Experience – Both indoor and outdoor activities to get the whole family involved, including soft play areas, World War trenches, electric cars and farm animals.
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Experiencia en el campo de Park Hall
Burma RoadPark Hall Country Experience – Both indoor and outdoor activities to get the whole family involved, including soft play areas, World War trenches, electric cars and farm animals.
Walking
Old Oswestry Hill Fort was built during the Iron Age and remains one of Britain’s best-preserved hill forts. A short walk up will reward you with panoramic views over Oswestry and the surrounding area.
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Old Oswestry Hill Fort
Old Oswestry Hill Fort was built during the Iron Age and remains one of Britain’s best-preserved hill forts. A short walk up will reward you with panoramic views over Oswestry and the surrounding area.