A little help planning your stay

There is plenty to discover beyond Birchope, from walking straight into the hills to market towns, castles, independent shops and some very good places to eat. I’ve gathered together a few useful websites for planning your time here.

Explore the Shropshire Hills

Shropshire Hills National Landscape
The best starting point for exploring the landscape around Birchope, with visitor information, walking and an interactive map. 

Shropshire's Great Outdoors
Walking routes, the Shropshire Way, cycling, outdoor activities and downloadable routes across the county.

The Stiperstones
Everything you need to know about the extraordinary Stiperstones - its landscape, wildlife, history and walking trails. The dramatic quartzite ridge lies within walking distance of Birchope.

Personal favourites

The Bridges, Ratlinghope
Birchope’s local and an easy walk from the door. A wonderfully traditional country pub in a beautiful spot beside the river - ideal for a pint after a walk in the hills, Sunday lunch by the fire or a summer afternoon in the garden.

The Poetry Pharmacy, Bishop's Castle
A wonderfully unusual bookshop and coffee house dispensing poetry instead of medicine. You'll find it at 36 High Street in Bishop's Castle.