Shropshire
Properties and events in Shropshire
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"Everyday histories display" examples of Whitchurch women in business
A chance for members of the public, normally busy in the week, to visit the museum and view research into Whitchurch women running their own businesses during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
A Tour of Shrewsburys historic Inns within the loop
Shrewsbury’s historic town loop, formed by the River Severn, contains one of the richest collections of medieval and early modern inns in England. These inns were vital stopping points for travellers, drovers, merchants, and later tourists.
Behind the scenes tour
Join us for our FREE tour behind the scenes at Shropshire Archives.
Benthall Hall
A beautiful Tudor family home where the Benthall family have had a seat for over 1,000 years. Situated within a stunning plantsman's garden showcasing beatiful crocus, hellebores, orchids, cherry trees and a sensuous rose garden.
Bridgnorth - Works of art and other objects
Enjoy a tour of art and other objects. Our paintings, which are primarily portraits of family members, include works by Kneller, Hogarth and John Ferneley
Buildwas Holy Trinity
Come and find out more about our fascinating history and our close ties to Ironbridge Gorge, where the Industrial Revolution started.
Cambrian Railways Museum - Display of new acquisition of Cambrian Coach 238
This carriage was built in 1895 to specifications draw up by the Oswestry Works based locomotive Superintendent William Aston.
Church House
A building and display to explore.
Everyday Heroes - Working in the wool trade in 16th Century
A brief talk at Shrewsbury Drapers Hall will describe the the impact on local people working in the wool trade in Shrewsbury in the sixteenth century. A short walk will follow the talk to the key locations mentioned in the talk.
Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages
Join historian Russell Game for an illuminating presentation exploring the everyday lives of ordinary people in medieval Shrewsbury and the surrounding areas. For tickets : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1990228055690?aff=oddtdtcreator
Masonic Hall & Stained Glass Windows
A chance to see the interior of a mid-nineteenth century chapel and explore its current use as a Masonic hall.
Old Rectory Ice House
View a restored icehouse that was built over 350 years ago for the Rector of Whitchurch.
Oswestry Guided Town Tour
Guided Town Tour of Oswestry by one of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides.
Private collection of paintings
Collection of 17th and 18th century paintings.
Private collection of Paintings
Collection of 17th and 18th Century Paintings.
Shropshire Museums Collections Centre- Shropshire Mammoths Store Tour
In this store tour, suitable for all ages, you will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes and see the 5 Shropshire mammoths in store at the Shropshire Museums Collections Centre, Ludlow
St Alkmund's Church & restored Stained Glass Windows
A chance to visit Whitchurch parish church and also to consult parish registers to discover the Everyday Histories of local people
St Alkmund's Church Tower Tour
A chance to climb the church tower and admire the view from the top.
St George, Protector of England Catholic Church
Access to a small Gothic building constructed as a chapel and schoolroom in 1878. Also a display identifying the leading local figures involved in the setting up of the Church.
St John's Methodist Church & Stained Glass Windows
Full access to a Victorian Gothic Revival Methodist Church