Places to see in ( Shropshire - UK )
Places to see in ( Shropshire - UK )
Shropshire is a county in the West Midlands of England, bordering Powys and Wrexham in Wales to the west and north-west, Cheshire to the north, Staffordshire to the east, Worcestershire to the south-east and Herefordshire to the south. Shropshire Council was created in 2009, a unitary authority taking over from the previous county council and five district councils. The borough of Telford and Wrekin has been a separate unitary authority since 1998 but continues to be included in the ceremonial county.
The county's population and economy is centred on five towns: the county town of Shrewsbury, which is culturally and historically important and close to the centre of the county; Telford, a new town in the east which was constructed around a number of older towns, most notably Wellington, Dawley and Madeley, which is today the most populous; and Oswestry in the north-west, Bridgnorth just to the south of Telford, and Ludlow in the south. The county has many market towns, including Whitchurch in the north, Newport north-east of Telford and Market Drayton in the north-east of the county.
The Ironbridge Gorge area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, covering Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale and a part of Madeley. There are other historic industrial sites in the county, such as at Shrewsbury, Broseley, Snailbeach and Highley, as well as the Shropshire Union Canal.
The Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty covers about a quarter of the county, mainly in the south. Shropshire is one of England's most rural and sparsely populated counties, with a population density of 136/km2 (350/sq mi). The Wrekin is one of the most famous natural landmarks in the county, though the highest hills are the Clee Hills, Stiperstones and the Long Mynd. Wenlock Edge is another significant geographical and geological landmark. In the low-lying northwest of the county overlapping the border with Wales is the Fenn's, Whixall and Bettisfield Mosses National Nature Reserve, one of the most important and best preserved bogs in Britain. The River Severn, Great Britain's longest river, runs through the county, exiting into Worcestershire via the Severn Valley. Shropshire is landlocked and with an area of 3,487 square kilometres (1,346 sq mi) is England's largest inland county. The county flower is the round-leaved sundew.
Shropshire is connected to the rest of the United Kingdom via a number of road and rail links. Historically, rivers and later canals in the county were used for transport also, although their use in transport is now significantly reduced. The county's main transport hub is Shrewsbury, through which many significant roads and railways pass and join.
Alot to see in ( Shropshire - UK ) such as :
Adcote nr.Shrewsbury
Aqualate Hall, Newport
Attingham Park, Atcham
Benthall Hall, Broseley
Blists Hill, Madeley
Boscobel House, nr. Wolverhampton
Broseley Pipe Museum, Broseley
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway, Bridgnorth
Bridgnorth Castle, Bridgnorth
Brown Clee Hill, South Shropshire
Burford House
Caer Caradoc, nr. Church Stretton
Cambrian Heritage Railway, Oswestry and Llynclys
Chetwynd Park, Newport
Cardingmill Valley, Church Stretton
Clun Castle, Clun
Flounder's Folly, nr. Craven Arms
Fordhall castle and farm
Haughmond Hill, nr. Shrewsbury
Haughmond Abbey
Hawkstone Park, North Shropshire
Hopton Castle, nr. Craven Arms
Ironbridge Gorge
Kynaston's Cave, nr. Nesscliffe
Langley Chapel, nr. Shrewsbury
The Long Mynd, Church Stretton
Ludlow Castle, Ludlow
Mitchell's Fold, nr. Chirbury
Moreton Corbet Castle, Moreton Corbet
Newport Guildhall, Newport
Offa's Dyke Path, Welsh Marches
Puleston Cross, Newport
Severn Valley Railway, Bridgnorth
Shrewsbury Abbey, Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury Castle, Shrewsbury
Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), South Shropshire
Shropshire Union Canal
Snailbeach nr. Shrewsbury
South Telford Heritage Trail, Telford
St Laurence Church, Ludlow
The Stiperstones, nr Pontesbury
Stokesay Castle, nr Craven Arms
Sunnycroft, Wellington
Telford Steam Railway, Telford
Titterstone Clee Hill, nr. Ludlow
Wenlock Edge, Much Wenlock
Wenlock Priory
White Ladies Priory
Whittington Castle, nr. Oswestry
The Wrekin (and Ercall) nr. Wellington
Wroxeter, nr. Atcham
( Shropshire - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Shropshire . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Shropshire - UK
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SHROPSHIRE Clun - The Quietest Place Under The Sun
Clunton and Clunbury,
Clungunford and Clun,
Are the quietest places
Under the sun - AE HOUSEMAN
Clun is aa small towh in amongst the South Shropshire hills (an AONB). It is something like 10 miles west of Craven Arms and 25 miles south of Shrewsbury. The popular town of Bishop's Castle lies 5 miles to the north
The 2011 census figures show the population to be around 680 people. Whilst only a small town it does at least have a few shops (including two butchers, antique and collectables shops, a hair salon and a convenience store). There are 2 public houses available should you so wish. Public toilets are availble, situated (I think) just off the B4368 Newcastle Road, near to a car park
Being slightly off the beaten track, research by the CPRE shows Clun to be one of the most tranquil locations in England. A nice spot to enjoy this peace is by the picturesque river bridge, where there are a couple of benches
Attractions in the town include (taken from Wiki:):
''- The Norman Clun Castle, now only a ruin but with grounds which are used for the May fair
- The fifteenth century Clun Bridge (basically a packhorse bridge), most of which is still the original stone despite being a road bridge today used by all vehicles
- Trinity Hospital, almshouses built in 1614, on Hospital Lane
- A museum in the Town Hall, on the corner of The Square and High Street
- The main church in the town is St George's Church, which is situated on the steep rise out of the town (Church Street) to the south of Clun Bridge.The nave includes Norman columns, but the entire church apart from the tower was rebuilt extensively by the Victorian architect G. E. Street in 1877
- Clun is a popular starting point for walkers who wish to explore the Shropshire Way, the Jack Mytton Way or the local circular walks. A walkers' car park is situated at the Memorial Hall.''
Also popular is the Green Man Festival which usually takes place over several days, the first week of May each year. The festival sees the Green Man usher in spring - something I took a look at here:
- Tony
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Travel Guide My Holiday To Settle North Yorkshire UK Review
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Pro's
* A few attractions to visit in the daytime
* Some enteriment at night with a range of pubs
* Some shops to choose from
* Lot's of different public transport
* A some hotel's to choose from
* The Promanard is flat to walk on
Con's
* It can get busy
* It can be hilly,so not the best place for people with walking difficulties.
* Not a lot of attractions
Things To Do
* Settle And Carlisle Railway
* Settle Tourist Information
* Norber Erratics (Austwick) Landmarks And Points Of Interest
* Ingleborough Hiking Trail
* Museum of North Craven Life at The Folly
* Settle Signal Box Museaum
* Gallery on the Green Points Of Interest
* Climbing Tours
* River Walks
* Walking Tours
* Victoria Hall
Best Places To Eat Cheap Eats
* The Fisherman
* The Singing Kettle
* Serendipity Deli & Cafe
Moderate Price Places To Eat
* The Italian Restaurant
* The Game Cock Inn Pub
* Elaines Tea Rooms
Best Hotels
* The Craven Arms
* The Loin At Settle
* The Traddock
* Falcon Manor Hotel
Hotel Booking Sites
* LateRooms.com
* Expedia.co.uk
* Booking.com
* Hotels.com
* TripAdvisor
* Opodo
* ebookers.com
Weather
The weather in the UK can vary from day to day. Warmer and hotter months are between April to September. Colder months with snow,sleet and rain are between October and March. You can get some humidity and pollen is highest, between June and August for hayfever suffers. You can also get rain in between, April and September.
Currency
Britain’s currency is the pound sterling (£), which is divided into 100 pence (p).
Scotland has its own pound sterling notes. These represent the same value as an English note and can be used elsewhere in Britain. The Scottish £1 note is not accepted outside Scotland.
There are lots of bureaux de change in Britain – often located inside:
• banks
• travel agents
• Post Offices
• airports
• major train stations.
It's worth shopping around to get the best deal and remember to ask how much commission is charged.
Britain’s currency is the pound sterling (£), which is divided into 100 pence (p).
Scotland has its own pound sterling notes. These represent the same value as an English note and can be used elsewhere in Britain. The Scottish £1 note is not accepted outside Scotland.
There are lots of bureaux de change in Britain – often located inside:
• banks
• travel agents
• Post Offices
• airports
• major train stations.
It's worth shopping around to get the best deal and remember to ask how much commission is charged.
Time Difference
During the winter months, Britain is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 10 hours behind Sydney. Western standard time is five hours behind.
From late March until late October, the clocks go forward one hour to British Summer Time (BST).
To check the correct time, contact the Speaking Clock service by dialling 123.
Weight And Measurements
Britain is officially metric, in line with the rest of Europe. However, imperial measures are still in use, especially for road distances, which are measured in miles. Imperial pints and gallons are 20 per cent larger than US measures.
Imperial to Metric
1 inch = 2.5 centimetres
1 foot = 30 centimetres
1 mile = 1.6 kilometres
1 ounce = 28 grams
1 pound = 454 grams
1 pint = 0.6 litres
1 gallon = 4.6 litres
Metric to Imperial
1 millimetre = 0.04 inch
1 centimetre = 0.4 inch
1 metre = 3 feet 3 inches
1 kilometre = 0.6 mile
1 gram = 0.04 ounce
1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds
Passport And Visas Requirements To Enter The UK
Please note: Following the recent referendum vote for the UK to leave the European Union (EU), there are currently no changes in the way people travel to Britain. The following guidelines still apply:
If you're planning an adventure to the UK, depending on your nationality and your reason for visiting, you may need to organise a visa.
If you're an American, Canadian or Australian tourist, you'll be able to travel visa-free throughout the UK, providing you have a valid passport and your reason for visiting meets the immigration rules (link is external).
Citizens from some South American and Caribbean countries as well as Japan are also able to travel visa-free around the UK.
European Union citizens, non-EU member states of the EEA (Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland), Switzerland, and members of the Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) do not need a visa to enter the UK.
If you have any further visa questions visit the official UK government website.
Anyone that has any questions, please feel free the comment below and I will answer them for you.
You can dial 999 to reach either the police, fire and ambulance departments.
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Top 10 Best Pumpkins Festivals in United States
Top 10 Best Pumpkins Festivals in United States
For some, the start of fall means that it's officially pumpkin spice latte season, but there are other ways to enjoy everyone's favorite gourd. This time of the year, you can find pumpkins for sale everywhere from city markets to roadside stands, but why not make a day of it?
Get ready to layer up, lace up your boots, and make a trip to one of Americas’ best pumpkin festivals.
New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival
The New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival, relocating from its historic roots in Keene to Laconia this year, is a festival known for its epic proportions. Having broken the world record nine times since 1992 for the most lit jack-o'lanterns in one place at one time (30,581 in 2013), 2015 is on target to break that record yet again.
Where: Laconia, New Hampshire
When: October 24
The Great Pumpkin Farm Fall Festival
About 30 minutes outside of Buffalo, the Great Pumpkin Farm in Clarence hosts an extraordinary daily festival. Anything and everything pumpkin-related goes on these family-friendly farm grounds.
Where: Clarence, New York
When: September 12–October 31
Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm Pumpkin Festival
This fall, explore the 40 acres of Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm, located about an hour outside of Chicago in Cresthill, IL. Take aim and fire at the one of the farm’s most popular attractions, the Sniper Zombie Paintball Ride, in which paintball guns are attached to a military-grade carrier, which cruises along a half-mile course of zombies and targets.
Where: Cresthill, Illinois
When: September 26–October 31
Underwood Family Farms Fall Harvest Festival
Just 45 minutes north of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, pumpkins, squash, and gourds are the main attraction at Underwood Family Farms. Featuring over a dozen varieties of pumpkins, the Fall Harvest Festival will lure you in with live music and the smell of chargrilled burgers permeating the air.
Where: California
When: October 3–October 31
Autumn at the Arboretum
Step into the colorful world of Pumpkin Village, where over 75,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash make up this unique spectacle amidst the fall foliage. The Dallas Arboretum’s annual Autumn at the Arboretum features a wonderland of pumpkin-lined pathways, pumpkin-adorned huts, and gardens.
Where: Texas
When: September 19–November 25
Hiram House Pumpkin Festival
Now in its 43rd year, the Hiram House Pumpkin Festival brings the best of fall harvest culture to the Cleveland area on 172 acres of the Chagrin Valley. Baked apples and spicy nachos are highlights, in addition to burgers, pizza, and funnel cakes. Kids can make their own gooey slime, create their own candles, and try their arms at the archery range.
Where: Ohio
Whem: October 11
Walters’ PumpkinFest
Walters' Pumpkinfest, just outside of Wichita, is home to some of the most unique and playful autumn activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Start with the powerful PumpGun Cannon, a vintage-themed pick-up truck outfitted with a blaster cannon that gleefully sends pumpkins hundreds of feet in to the air.
Where: Kansas
When: September 19–October 31
Shady Brook Farm’s PumpkinFest
Near the New Jersey state line in Yardley, PA, Shady Brook Farm has been in operation for over 100 years, making it one of the oldest working farms in the area. Shady Brook’s annual PumpkinFest brings out the best of the farm during its traditional apple and pumpkin harvest.
Where:Pennsylvania
When: October 2–31
Craven Farm’s Fall Festival
Craven Farm, located in Snohomish, WA, goes all out for its fall festival each year, and 2015 is no exception. Kids’ demand has brought back the meet-and-greet experience with the princesses from Frozen.
Where: Washington
When: September 26–October 31
South Jersey Pumpkin Show
The motto at the South Jersey Pumpkin Show is the bigger, the better. As the highlight of the weekend-long festival in Woodstown, competitors in the Big Pumpkin Weigh-Off compete for $4,000 in prize money.
Where: New Jersey
When: October 9–11
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Travel Guide My Holiday To Skipton North Yorkshire UK Review
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Pro's
* A few attractions to visit in the daytime
* Some enteriment at night with a range of pubs
* Some shops to choose from
* Lot's of different public transport
* A some hotel's to choose from
* The Promanard is flat to walk on
Con's
* It can get busy
* It can be hilly,so not the best place for people with walking difficulties.
Things To Do
* Skipton Castle And Woods
* Skipton Market
* Hesketh Farm Park
* Bolton Abby Estate
* Craven Court Shopping Centre
* Boat Tours
* Copper Dragon Brewery and Visitor Centre
* Craven Mueaum And Gallery
* High Corn Mill
* Mill Bridge Gallery
* Tourist Information Centre
* Marte Theatre
* Cinema
* Skipton War Memorial
* Wine Testing Tours
* Helecoptor Tours
* Bowling Alley
* Leisure Centre
* Clues Go Skipton Family Treasure Hunt
Best Places To Eat Cheap Eats
* Cock And Bottle Pub
* Boat House
* The Dales Cottage Cafe
Moderate Priced
* Two Sisters Bar And Kitchen
* Le Bistro des Amis
* Helene's Tea Room
Best Hotels
* The Tempest Arms
* Herriot's Hotel
* Rendezvous Hotel
* Travelodge Hotel
Hotel Booking Sites
* LateRooms.com
* Expedia.co.uk
* Booking.com
* Hotels.com
* TripAdvisor
* Opodo
* ebookers.com
Weather
The weather in the UK can vary from day to day. Warmer and hotter months are between April to September. Colder months with snow,sleet and rain are between October and March. You can get some humidity and pollen is highest, between June and August for hayfever suffers. You can also get rain in between, April and September.
Currency
Britain’s currency is the pound sterling (£), which is divided into 100 pence (p).
Scotland has its own pound sterling notes. These represent the same value as an English note and can be used elsewhere in Britain. The Scottish £1 note is not accepted outside Scotland.
There are lots of bureaux de change in Britain – often located inside:
• banks
• travel agents
• Post Offices
• airports
• major train stations.
It's worth shopping around to get the best deal and remember to ask how much commission is charged.
Britain’s currency is the pound sterling (£), which is divided into 100 pence (p).
Scotland has its own pound sterling notes. These represent the same value as an English note and can be used elsewhere in Britain. The Scottish £1 note is not accepted outside Scotland.
There are lots of bureaux de change in Britain – often located inside:
• banks
• travel agents
• Post Offices
• airports
• major train stations.
It's worth shopping around to get the best deal and remember to ask how much commission is charged.
Time Difference
During the winter months, Britain is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 10 hours behind Sydney. Western standard time is five hours behind.
From late March until late October, the clocks go forward one hour to British Summer Time (BST).
To check the correct time, contact the Speaking Clock service by dialling 123.
Weight And Measurements
Britain is officially metric, in line with the rest of Europe. However, imperial measures are still in use, especially for road distances, which are measured in miles. Imperial pints and gallons are 20 per cent larger than US measures.
Imperial to Metric
1 inch = 2.5 centimetres
1 foot = 30 centimetres
1 mile = 1.6 kilometres
1 ounce = 28 grams
1 pound = 454 grams
1 pint = 0.6 litres
1 gallon = 4.6 litres
Metric to Imperial
1 millimetre = 0.04 inch
1 centimetre = 0.4 inch
1 metre = 3 feet 3 inches
1 kilometre = 0.6 mile
1 gram = 0.04 ounce
1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds
Passport And Visas Requirements To Enter The UK
Please note: Following the recent referendum vote for the UK to leave the European Union (EU), there are currently no changes in the way people travel to Britain. The following guidelines still apply:
If you're planning an adventure to the UK, depending on your nationality and your reason for visiting, you may need to organise a visa.
If you're an American, Canadian or Australian tourist, you'll be able to travel visa-free throughout the UK, providing you have a valid passport and your reason for visiting meets the immigration rules (link is external).
Citizens from some South American and Caribbean countries as well as Japan are also able to travel visa-free around the UK.
European Union citizens, non-EU member states of the EEA (Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland), Switzerland, and members of the Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) do not need a visa to enter the UK.
If you have any further visa questions visit the official UK government website.
Anyone that has any questions, please feel free the comment below and I will answer them for you.
You can dial 999 to reach either the police, fire and ambulance departments.
Please like,subscribe or share my video.
Thank You
Rebecca Jordan
Rebecca's Travels
craven arms Pub Appletreewick
A Real trip into local history, with 10 real ales available and a fantastic traditional menu. This coupled with great hospitality and a heather thatched cruck barn to use make the pub a great place to visit.
Places to see in ( Yorkshire - UK ) Skipton Castle
Places to see in ( Yorkshire - UK ) Skipton Castle
Skipton Castle is a medieval castle in Skipton, North Yorkshire, England. It was built in 1090 by Robert de Romille, a Norman baron, and has been preserved for over 900 years. The castle was originally a motte and bailey castle built in 1090 by Robert de Romille, lord of the multiple estates of Bolton Abbey. Shortly after 1102 Henry I extended Romille's lands to include all of upper Wharfedale and upper Airedale. The earth and wood castle was rebuilt in stone to withstand attacks by the Scots. The cliffs behind the castle, dropping down to Eller Beck, made the castle a perfect defensive structure. The Romille line died out, and in 1310 Edward II granted the castle to Robert Clifford who was appointed Lord Clifford of Skipton and Guardian of Craven. Robert Clifford ordered many improvements to the fortifications, but died in the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 when the improvements were barely complete.
During the English Civil War the castle was the only Royalist stronghold in the north of England until December 1645. After a three-year siege, a surrender was negotiated in 1645 between Oliver Cromwell and the Royalists. Cromwell ordered the removal of the castle roofs. Legend has it that during the siege, sheep fleeces were hung over the walls to deaden the impact from the rounds of cannon fire. Sheep fleeces feature in the town's coat of arms. Skipton remained the Cliffords' principal seat until 1676. Lady Anne Clifford (1590–1676) was the last Clifford to own it. After the siege, she ordered repairs and she planted a yew tree in the central courtyard to commemorate its repair after the war. Today Skipton Castle is a well-preserved medieval castle and is a tourist attraction and private residence.
Skipton Castle has six drum towers, with a domestic range connecting two towers on the northern side, protected by a precipice overlooking the Eller Beck. The first floor comprises the original kitchen, great hall, withdrawing rooms and the lord's bedchamber. New kitchens, storage and work cellars make up the ground floor. The remaining towers are military in nature and purpose. In the 16th and 17th centuries were added a new entrance staircase (replacing the original drawbridge), a further domestic wing, and larger windows in the original structure. The roof is fully intact. In the centre is a Tudor courtyard, the Conduit Court, which contains a yew tree, reputedly planted by Lady Anne in 1659. The outer curtain wall encloses the inner wards and subsidiary buildings, including the ruins of a 12th-century chapel. The wall is mainly extant, and is pierced by a twin-towered Norman gatehouse. The east tower of the gatehouse contains a 17th-century shell grotto, one of two remaining grottos from this period.
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Site Review: Beautiful Camping site, small, peaceful and relaxing with a short walk to the Kangaroo pub in Aston on Clum. The toilets and shower (50p) are basic but more than adequate. I would definitely stay here again.
Things to Do: You'll need some means of transport to get to Church Stretton, Ludlow and Craven Arms. There are many lovely walks for all abilities in this area. There are nice streams for children to play in. A must is a walk up the Long Mynd but at 516 metres it is quite a hike.
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eBikes Review: We love our eBikes, the feeling riding up steep inclines to places we wouldn't normally attempt and the extra freedom they give us is superb.
Bike: Giant Dirt-E+2 Pro
Modes: Off, Eco, Basic, Active, Sport, Power. The legal limit is 15.5mph after which the motor cuts out and you’ll need to power yourself. This is harder than a normal bike as you are pedalling about 25kg worth of bike with the motor and battery. If you want a road bike you’ll be hitting 15.5 mph very quickly so if you want to ride fast this needs to be considered. They really come into there own off road and personally I would go for a mountain bike over a road bike.
Range: We rode 37 miles in 2hrs 40mins on the hills in Derbyshire and used 50% of the battery. We ride in Eco Mode wherever possible, Basic on medium hills and Active on Steep hills. We used Sport mode once to get up a very steep off road section but would actually have been ok in Active mode. We didn't use Power mode. The batteries take 5-7 hours to charge from flat.
Tyres: Ours are big! 2.6” x 27” and tubeless but this is ok because of the electric and the stability up and down offload they give you is excellent. One problem though. I could not find a Bike rack anywhere to fit, after numerous DIY ideas I managed to crowbar my existing rack to fit. We did have some problems initially with tubeless and flats but now they are sorted and great.
Braking: Our bikes have big disk brakes but slowing down the heavy bike is not quick
Other features: Walk assist, press the button on the front on the control and the bike wheels itself. The button on the back of the control scrolls through various information: Trip List, Average Speed, Max Speed, ODO, Range, Cadence, Trip Time, Trip Distance.
Cadence: Our Motors are Yamaha, the other popular make is Bosch. We tried both and the Yamaha delivers the power gradually the harder you pedal which we though was a more natural feel. I was talking to a guy who had a Bosch who said they had done a software update to give the Bosch more Cadence. My advice is try different makes to find your preference.
Tips, we were told not to store to bikes with the batteries in as they will still drain when off. Factor in the insurance to your budget, two bikes cost £300 to insure for a year.
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