Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Overview
Meet the mammoth and look inside an Iron Age roundhouse. Watch the hot air balloon film for a unique perspective.
What makes it special
- Meet the mammoth in the Time Exhibition
- Walking and cycling
- Orienteering
Opening times
Daily from 10am to 5pm
Price
Free entry
Charges apply for the exhibition only:
- Adult £5
- Senior/student £4.75
- Child £3.50
- Under 5s Free
- Family (up to two adults and three children) £13.50
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Stokesay Castle
Stokesay Castle was constructed at the end of the 13th century by Laurence of Ludlow, who at the time was one of the richest men in England.
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Blazing Bikes
With bike shop, workshop, cafe, showers and a bike wash. Excellent trails start just a few minutes ride away.
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Acton Scott Working Farm Museum
A fascinating insight into rural life at the turn of the 19th century. There are daily demonstrations of period skills showing how life might have been.Visit the farm website
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Midland Gliding Centre
Experience gliding, the centre caters for all levels from beginners to advanced cross country soaring.
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Ludlow Castle
A fine medieval ruined castle, set in glorious Shropshire countryside, at the heart of a bustling black & white market town.
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Church Stretton Village
The town and its lovely surrounding villages is an excellent base for the country lover or sportsman alike.
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Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd
Some of the best walking in the Marches and an important place for wildlife, geology, landscape and archaeology. Part of Shropshire’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Walking and rambling in Clun
If you're planning on staying at YHA Clun Mill, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the are
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Cycling in Clun
However you enjoy cycling, the Shropshire Hills has something to suit everyone.
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Walking and Rambling in All Stretton
Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore the beauty of this part of the country.
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Mountain biking in All Stretton
Get out and about on your bike and enjoy the rolling landscape.
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Clun Castle
A ruined castle near the Welsh border. With interesting keep and two baileys, it's easy to spot and worth the trek.Visit the castle website
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Cycling in Bridges
Voted top five by the Observer and top ten by the Guardian for walkers to stay in England 2014.
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Walking and Rambling in Bridges
The popular Shropshire Way passes the hostel grounds and you'll meet plenty of other walkers heading out for a day in the beautiful countryside.
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Mountain Biking at YHA Bridges
Enjoy popular routes in Eastridge Woods and on the Long Mynd hills - the ultimate ride surrounded by beautiful scenery.
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Walking and Rambling in Shropshire
Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore this beautiful part of the country.
