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Westhope Farm has been in the Manley family for over 100 years. It is still a working farm but have carefully converted some of the old farm buildings into self catering accommodation. The Westhope valley is a well kept secret being just 5 miles from the main A49. The valley is a delightful hideaway with few dwellings, beautiful scenery and a wide range of walks.
We are just a few miles from Church Stretton to the North and Ludlow to the South. Church Stretton lies on the edge of the Long Mynd and boasts many interesting antique shops and some breathtaking views. Ludlow has a reputation for good food, unique shopping and regular race meetings at it's racecourse. Nearby is the Acton Scott historic working farm. Craven Arms hosts the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre.
We are just 4 miles from Acton Scott the film location for BBC TV's popular 'Victorian Farm' series, broadcast in 2009. It's well worth a visit.
In nearby Bromfield is the new Ludlow Food Centre which will have quality local foods on sale, cookery demonstrations plus many interesting activities centred on Ludlow's reputation as a good food centre.
We currently have five delightful properties to let.
The scattered village of Westhope stands amidst rolling farmland in the scenic Hope Valley, at the southern foot of the famous Wenlock Edge.
There are lovely walks with rambling and cycle trails along the local paths and bridleways, whilst many of Shropshire's main attractions are within easy driving distance. Enjoy Church Stretton, known as Little Switzerland, with its antique shops and tea rooms, surrounded by the beautiful Long Mynd Hills, the Acton Scott Historic Working Farm or the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre.
The World Heritage Site at Ironbridge, Attingham Park, the market towns of Much Wenlock, Shrewsbury and Ludlow with their medieval castles, excellent shops and restaurants are all within easy reach of this lovely part of Shropshire, as are the lovely village of Clun, the market towns of Bishops Castle and Carding Mill Valley.
We have built a wildlife pond in the grounds with a seating and picnic area and all around are the woods, fields and hills of the farm. We encourage you, as our guests, to explore the area and make the most of your break.
Within the farm we have designated walks which vary in distance - we hope you'll explore the area.
The Westhope area has a network of public footpaths, woodlands and meadows; an ideal base for walkers.
Tel 01584 861617
www.westhopecountryretreats.co.uk
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