A charming little place to stay, Whitchurch is the oldest continuously inhabited town in Shropshire. Sitting on the border between south Cheshire and Wales, Whitchurch offers gorgeous countryside views and idyllic canals. Read more
Buttercups and Hayloft is a combination of two cottages. Buttercups sleeping 10 guests and 2 infants across 6 bedrooms and Hayloft sleeping 6 guests across 3 bedrooms. Dining for 16 however, is located in Buttercups with comfortable dining for all with oak chairs and wooden dining table, perfect for a large gathering of friends and family. Buttercups has 6 bedrooms, all on the first floor but with a downstairs cloak room. The bedrooms are accessed via two staircases. The staircase to the left of the cottage takes you to a Double Bedroom with en-suite Shower room, a Double Bedroom and a Single Bedroom that are serviced by a good sized family bathroom. The staircase to the right takes you to another large Double Bedroom with an en-suite Shower Room, a Single Bedroom and a Twin Bedroom that are serviced by a good sized family bathroom. Hayloft has a Master Bedroom with King Sized bed and an en-suite bathroom, a Double Bedroom with family bathroom opposite & a delightful Bunk Bed bedroom with full sized beds.
Emma's Dairy is a charming self-catering cottage located at Alkington Grange Barns, a few miles from the charming market town of Whitchurch in the beautiful Shropshire countryside. It sleeps up to five guests in three comfortable bedrooms, providing facilities that include an indoor heated swimming pool, a multi-use sports court, toddler's adventure playground, woodland picnic site, BBQ's and a private garden. The cottage is dog friendly. Close to many excellent local attractions including Chester Zoo, Hawkstone Follies, Park Hall Farm, Bewilderwood and the wonderful Aqua Park at Alderford Lake. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Stay in the heart of the beautiful Shropshire countryside in this lovely barn conversion which sleeps up to 10 people in five bedrooms & is also Pet Friendly. With Guests having access to a wide range of on-site facilities including use of a heated indoor swimming pool, sports area, toddler playground, a woodland picnic site, Bike Store, BBQ's and much more. Bursting with many local attractions from Chester Zoo, Bewilderwood, Hawkstone Follies & Park Hall farm to Hack Green Nuclear Bunker, Alderford Lake Aqua Park and Iron Bridge Gorge. Oliver's Mill is close to the charming market town of Whitchurch, which is filled with a wide range of artisan shops & cafes, Grindley Brook and the Llangollen Canal, and within easy reach of Shrewsbury, Chester, and Liverpool. It's ideal for big families or groups of friends who are celebrating a special occasion or just catching up over a relaxed few days in the countryside. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
If you're searching for a fantastic self-catering property with plenty of space for up to 12 people, a quiet rural location and activities on the doorstep, then James' Parlour is for you. The gorgeous five-bedroom holiday retreat is located at Alkington Grange Barns, close to the charming market town of Whitchurch which is filled with artisan shops, cafes, bars & restaurants. Guests have use of superb on site amenities that include a heated Indoor Swimming Pool, Under 5's Play Area, Multi Sports Court, Football Field (seasonal) BBQ's, Picnic Area, Bird Watching & Star Gazing Areas, Oak acre Avenue, Bike Store and on site parking. The local area is brimming with attractions right on your door step, perfect for keeping large groups entertained from days out to Bewilderwood, Chester Zoo, Park Hall Farm, The Crocky Trail, great walking at Hawkstone Follies to Pottery Parties at Doodle Alley and enjoy the Inflatable Aqua Park at Alderford, as well as their brilliant Escape Islands. There is excellent golf locally with McDonald Hill Valley and Hawkstone Park Golf club as well as Quik Padel, which is a 5 min walk from your cottage. Excellent walking & cycling on your doorstep with The Shropshire Way running through the farm, as well as the Mercia cycle way running past the farm. An excellent cottage & location for a Multi Generational Holiday or group get together. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
A delightful Gold award winning detached dog friendly home from home country cottage on a working farm in North Shropshire. Oakpond sits in front of its own wildlife pond amongst its beautiful gardens and is perfect for bird spotting and relaxing in the tranquil location. Close to Chester and Shrewsbury with shops and pubs within a 10 minute drive. Idyllic walks along the canals and woodland trails. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
A dog friendly 4 Star holiday home with a six foot fenced large garden and only ten minutes away from a canalside village where you can enjoy lovely canal walks and sample the tasty cakes at one of the many tearooms or enjoy a drink sitting by the canal. There are countryside walks straight from the front door which includes the 20 minute walk on a hardstanding link path to the Olde Jack Inn - an ideal self-catering rental to relax and unwind. Brown Moss Nature Reserve with woodland walks is a beautiful place to stroll round and near to this we have a 200 acre estate with no livestock and so perfect for walking your dogs. The bustling old market town of Whitchurch which is the oldest town in the country has fine dining including Docket 33 and the italian restaurant Enzo`s. The town has beautiful Tudor buildings and is renowned for its production of the Joyce clocks and its canalside walks.Chester and Shrewsbury are close by as well as Ellesmere with its scenic lakes. Chester Zoo and the Grosvenor Museum are worth a visit as well as a lovely stroll around the Chester Roman Gardens. We have quite a few places to visit on rainy days such as Dagfields Craft and Antique Centre and the Secret Bunker plus Bridgemere Garden World with its splendid gardens. The Dorothy Clive and Trentham gardens are this side of Staffordshire and well worth a visit or have a look at the Wedgewood museum and then go across to the JCB factory for a very interesting tour. The world is your oyster as we are very fortunate to be central to 4 counties which includes Wales. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
A delightful award winning holiday cottage with creature comforts sits in front of a wonderful wildlife pond in a peaceful tranquil position amongst countryside on the Shropshire/Cheshire borders. Perfect for escaping away from the crowds and providing the ultimate in relaxation. Chester and Shrewsbury are lovely towns to visit as well as the numerous gardens and attractions. There are wonderful walks from Sandstone Hills to easier walks along the canals of Audlem and Whitchurch with tearooms on route. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
"Kestrel" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cheshire. The village of Tilston is situated on the upper reaches of the River Dee, located between the medieval city of Chester and the market town of Whitchurch. Close by is the Carden Park Hotel with a superb 5 star leisure spa and golf course....
"Hampton Lodge" is a 4 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 8 guests in Shropshire. The market town of Ellesmere with its Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings is situated between the Shropshire Meres and the Shropshire to Llangollen canal. The town offers shops, pubs and restaurants, and you may wish to take a stroll...
"Bangor" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Caia Park. The pretty market town of Ellesmere with its Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings quietly nestles between the Shropshire Meres and the well-known Shropshire to Llangollen canal, in an area renowned as Shropshire's Lakeland. Steeped in...
"Willow Grange Annex" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Shropshire. The pretty market town of Ellesmere with its Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings quietly nestles between the Shropshire Meres and the well-known Shropshire to Llangollen canal, in an area renowned as Shropshire's Lakeland. Steeped in...
"Brynallt Country Park" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Shropshire. Ellesmere, a charming market town with Tudor, Georgian, and Victorian architecture, is located in Shopshire's Lakeland, between the Shropshire Meres and the well-known Shropshire to Llangollen canal. This historic town, which was initially a...
"Cedar Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Shropshire. Newly renovated for Summer 2020. Cosy lodge with pine clad interiors and contemporary styling features. Two doubles and one twin (can be linked to form double). Large shower room. open-plan living space with well-equipped kitchen, spacious...
"The Coach House At The Gables" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Shropshire. A charming village in Shropshire, adjacent to the majestic Ellesmere glacial lakes and large canal network, tucked away in the breath-taking Shropshire countryside. Burlton is the ideal starting point for exploring the undulating Shropshire and...
"Acorn Cottage 1" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Shropshire. The village of Burlton sits in the countryside of northern Shropshire, it is home to a high-quality food pub. Nearby are many of the county's main attractions including the Shropshire Hills aonb and the market towns of Ellesmere and Shrewsbury,...
"Sandstone 34, Burwardsley" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cheshire. Tucked away in the pretty village of Burwardsley, near Tattenhall, Sandstone 34 makes the perfect base for family and friends who wish to explore the Cheshire countryside, take a walk along the popular Sandstone Trail, or just enjoy a peaceful...
"Grange Barn" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Shropshire. The small village of Cockshutt is surrounded by beautiful Shropshire countryside and has many of the features of a traditional village with a pub, village hall, primary school and a parish church. Just five miles away is the pretty market town...
"Curlew" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cheshire. The village of Tilston is situated on the upper reaches of the River Dee, located between the medieval city of Chester and the market town of Whitchurch. Close by is the Carden Park Hotel with a superb 5 star leisure spa and golf course....
"Ascot" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Caia Park. The village of Overton-on-Dee stands amidst delightful countryside close to the English border, offering a perfect base from which to explore North Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire. Situated on an escarpment around which the River Dee winds its...
"The Lodge at Cross Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Caia Park. Holt, a village on the Welsh/English border, was established in 1282 on the banks of the River Dee, 10 miles from Chester. For centuries, the Holt Bridge served as a significant crossing point between Wales and England at Farndon. A door of the...
"Meadowsweet Treehouse" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Shropshire. Perched among the trees, the Meadowsweet Treehouse is a serene retreat offering both rustic charm and modern amenities for a memorable escape. Inside, a luxurious king-size bed awaits, alongside a stylish shower room and a 32-inch Smart TV for...
"Foxglove Treehouse" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Shropshire. Nestled among the treetops, the Foxglove Treehouse offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern luxury for a tranquil getaway. Inside, a sumptuous king-size bed awaits, along with a stylish shower room and a cosy 32-inch Smart TV for all...
"Honeysuckle Treehouse" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Shropshire. Perched among the trees, the Honeysuckle Treehouse is a serene retreat offering both rustic charm and modern amenities for a memorable escape. Inside, a luxurious king-size bed awaits, alongside a stylish shower room and a 32-inch Smart TV for...
"The Oaks" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Shropshire. Cockshutt is surrounded by Shropshire countryside and has a pub, village hall, primary school and a parish church. 5 miles away is the market town of Ellesmere, which offers Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings, a church and a variety of...
"1 Bed Lodge in Bronington" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bronington. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 small double bed (4') - 1 private wet room with shower and WC (located in a separate shared building) - Small oven in...
"1 Bed Lodge in Bronington" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bronington. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 small double bed (4') - 1 private wet room with shower and WC (located in separate shared building) - Small oven in property,...
"Hill Farm" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cheshire East. Wrenbury is on the Shropshire Union Canal in south Cheshire, near Nantwich and Whitchurch. Wrenbury has a Post Office, shops, two pubs, a church, and a village green. Nantwich, on the River Weaver and Shropshire Union Canal, is nearby. It's...
"Bluebell Treehouse" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Shropshire. New in 2022. Bluebell Treehouse is the perfect woodland getaway for larger families. Master bedroom with Smart TV and contemporary-style en suite shower. One additional double bedroom and one twin bedroom (double can be made up to a twin, and...
"2 Bed Cottage in Ellesmere" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Shropshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size bed with en-suite and 1 super-king-size bed which can be made into a twin on request - 2 bathrooms - 1...
"Bunbury House" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Cheshire. On the edge of the charming village of Bunbury in Cheshire, Bunbury House offers guests a front-row seat to some of England’s most enchanting countryside. This beautiful corner of Cheshire blends the warmth of village life with effortless...
"Orchid Treehouse" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Shropshire. New in 2022. Orchid Treehouse is the perfect woodland getaway for larger families. Master bedroom with Smart TV and contemporary-style en suite shower. One additional double bedroom and one twin bedroom (double can be made up to a twin, and the...
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Expect to see some beautiful architecture in the market town, with lots of buildings dating back to Medieval, Tudor and Georgian times. Whitchurch makes a perfect destination for a quick countryside getaway, with plenty of things to see and lots of excursions to enjoy, there is something for everyone.
A short 20-minute walk from the town centre will take you to Alderford Lake where there is a wealth of water activities for you to get up to including kayaking, paddle boarding lessons and wild swimming. After working up an appetite on the lake, you can enjoy some delicious, locally-sourced food from The Lakeside Kitchen.
At the top of Whitchurch’s high street lies St Alkmund’s Church with stained glass windows, fascinating architecture and beautiful grounds; it truly is a stunning sight to see. Boasting a stunning grade 1-listed building that earns it the honour of being one of the largest Georgian churches in the county, St Alkmund’s is definitely not to be missed.
Why not take a trip to see the 19th-century gothic house and parkland of Cholmondeley Castle Gardens? The dramatic architecture is surrounded by beautiful sweeping, green lawns and mature trees, plus there are several colourful gardens for you to explore including a Temple Water Garden and Rose Garden.
An established foodie destination, a visit to Whitchurch would not be complete without exploring some of the exciting food that the local restaurants and pubs have to offer. From the option of classic British to Indian cuisines as well as a Michelin-starred restaurant, there will be something to suit all tastes.
In walking distance from Whitchurch is the idyllic, Greenfields Nature Reserve; a stunning meadow with lots of wildflowers, streams and woodland. This natural site offers a perfect opportunity for the whole family (including the four-legged, furry members) to escape and take in what the local wildlife has to offer.
For those of us on the daring side, there is a Land Rover Experience just twenty minutes away in Tarporley where you can test the latest models to the max in an exciting offroad adventure. You can choose from a one hour taster, half or full-day experience depending on how long you want to burn some tyre for!
With so many outdoor attractions to see, UK towns like Whitchurch are best visited when the temperature is warmer and the rain is at a minimum. The village experiences its best weather between June and August, with July tending to boast the highest average temperature of 19 degrees centigrade.
