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 and a room with custom made Bunk Beds, which is serviced by a l
Enjoy 5-Star accommodation in the heart of rural Shropshire when you stay at Buttercups Hay Barn. The gorgeous Georgian barn conversion overlooks fields and a wildlife pond, with guests having use of facilities that include a heated indoor swimming pool, toddler play area, sports court, woodland picnic spot and wildlife trail. It is close to Whitchurch, the Llangollen Canal and Shrewsbury, and within easy reach of Chester, Liverpool and three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Buttercups Hay Barn sleeps up to 10 people in five bedrooms and is perfect for large families or groups of friends. If you need even more space, then there are four more superb self-catering properties on-site. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
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
William's Hayloft is in an idyllic location in rural Shropshire, close to Whitchurch, Grindley Brook and the Llangollen Canal, and within easy reach of places like Shrewsbury, Chester and Ironbridge Gorge. It sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms and has a layout that suits families or friends. Guests have use of excellent facilities that include a heated indoor swimming pool, wildlife area and woodland picnic spot, multipurpose sports court, and a play area just for toddlers and young children. Great local attractions on your doorstep including Chester Zoo, Hawkstone Follies, Bewilderwood, Park Hall Farm and Alderford Aqua Park & water sports to name a few! Tourist board rating: 5 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 and with direct access to the Shropshire Way. Guests have use of amenities that include a heated indoor swimming pool, toddler play area, sports court, picnic spot and wildlife area. Lots of local attractions right on your door step, perfect for keeping large groups entertained from days out to Bewilderwood, The Crocky Trail, Park Hall Farm, great walking at Hawkstone Follies to Pottery Parties at Doodle Alley and Wild Swimming at Alderford Aqua Park. A great cottage for large groups. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
A pet friendly 4 Star holiday home just ten minutes away from Audlem 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 at the Shroppy Fly pub which serves lovely food. Guests staying at Oakwood have countryside walks straight from the front door which includes the 20 minute walk on a hardstanding footpath to the Olde Jack Inn - an ideal self-catering rental to relax and unwind. We are also lucky to have a community owned pub on our doorstep which has been voted the countrys best pub , this can be walked to across the fields or a 5 minute drive. 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 holiday cottage for two providing the chance to enjoy a taste of country life 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
A delightful Gold award winning detached country cottage set in a peaceful waterside location which is perfect for a family of 4 and spacious for a couple. This home from home Cottage is close to a canalside village with tearooms and a Nature Reserve with woodland walks and is central for Chester and Shrewsbury. Oakpond is based on the Cheshire/Shropshire Border and is within easy reach of Staffordshire and Wales and so plenty of places to visit.There are National Trust Houses and beautiful gardens to visit such as Dorothy Clive, Hodnet Hall and Wollerton gardens as well as the famous Ironbridge. Whitchurch is the oldest town in the country and has an abundance of restaurants including Docket 33 and Etzios. This delightful market town has many beautiful buildings from Georgian, Tudor and Medieval times and is a Walkers Welcome town. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
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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.
