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Romantic breaks in Shropshire



Unspoilt and peaceful Shropshire was made for romantic breaks. Beautiful countryside, wonderful gardens and country houses combine with some of the best restaurants in the country.

Romantic hotels

Within this lovely landscape there are some truly romantic hotels for you to enjoy when taking a holiday or short break - we've selected the best for you to browse and book online at great rates on romantic-hotels.co.uk.

Making the most of your romantic break

Take your lover off to explore the unique landscape, ancient churches, villages and hamlets, pausing occasionally for refreshment at atmospheric country pubs.

Dominated by a romantic castle, one of Shropshire's finest traditional market towns is Ludlow, according to John Betjeman the loveliest town in England.

A national gourmet centre, you can enjoy a romantic meal in one of several Michellin Starred restaurants - the town boasts more than any other town in the UK. Food is taken seriously and the local produce is available at the bustling market, food fairs and the speciality food shops set within the Georgian and half-timbered streets.

The county town of Shrewsbury, encircled by the River Severn has some well preserved back and white medieval streets. Should we advise lovers to seek out Grope Lane? Probably not.

Shrewsbury is home to Hawkstone Historic Park and Follies. Wander along the garden paths over footbridges and through arches in this romantic and magical fantasy of follies, caves, cliffs, ravines and grottos.

There are many other magnificent country houses, many with sensuous gardens to tempt to you from your bed. The National Collection of Clematis at Burford House Gardens and the National Collection of Iris, Sibiricia and Herbal Campanula at Lingen Nursery and Gardens.

Enjoy a cream tea among the big game trophies at Hodnet Hall, having explored the lakes, trees and rhododendrons within the extensive landscaped parkland.

Close by the Dorothy Clive Garden offers great views, cascades and informal woodland water gardens just made for strolling hand in hand.