Local must-visit National Trust Areas

Filled with natural beauty

There are several beautiful National Trust places to visit in Shropshire and the surrounding area, some of which are located close to Eaton Manor, and others that require travelling a bit longer by car.

Wenlock Edge 

Can be accessed on foot from Eaton Manor

  • An 18 mile limestone escarpment
  • Stunning views of Shropshire
  • A dedicated conservation area and of important geological interest
View from the escarpment Wenlock Edge at Hill Top, Shropshire (©National Trust Images/David Sellman)
Photo Credit – Robin Jukes Hughes

Carding Mill Valley & The Shropshire Hills

 15-minute drive

  • Covering as much as 2,000 hectares (4,942 acres) of heather-covered hills
  • Stunning views of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
  • An important place for wildlife, geology and archaeology
  • The reservoir here is perfect for Wild Swimming
  • Tea room and gift shop

Attingham Park

30-minute drive

  •  An elegant 18th century mansion set in an extensive deer park
  • Fantastic children’s play field and woodland walks
  • Tea room and gift shop
View of the mansion from the Ha-ha at Attingham Park, Shropshire (©National Trust Images/James Dobson)
The Iron Bridge, over the River Severn, at Ironbridge, Shropshire.
The Iron Bridge, over the River Severn, at Ironbridge, Shropshire. Photo Credit – Shropshire & Beyond

Ironbridge Gorge – World Heritage Site

35-minute drive

  • Known as the birthplace of industry
  • Renowned World Heritage Site
  • Now part of The National Trust
  • Various places to eat in the town

Blists Hill Victorian Town, Telford

35-minute drive

  • One of the museums at Ironbridge Gorge
  • Now part of The National Trust
  • Experience life as it was over 100 years ago
Blists Hill Victorian Town, Ironbridge - Photo Credit - Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
Blists Hill Victorian Town, Ironbridge – Photo Credit – Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
Croft Castle, National Trust

Croft Castle & Parkland

45-minute drive

  • 1000 years of history at Croft Castle and Parkland
  • 1500-acres to explore, including veteran trees, an iron age hill fort, way-marked walks
  • Natural play area
  • Tea room and gift shop

Powis Castle

45-minute drive

  • Medieval castle rising dramatically above the celebrated garden
  • Tea room and gift shop
Powis Castle, National Trust – Image by Greg Montani from Pixabay

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