Shropshire - Wikipedia
Shropshire (/ ˈʃrɒpʃər, - ʃɪər /; historically Salop[4] and abbreviated Shrops) is a ceremonial county in the West Midlands of England, on the border with Wales.
Shropshire | England, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica
2024年10月30日 · Shropshire, geographic and historic county and unitary authority of western England bordering on Wales. Historically, the area has been known as Shropshire as well as by its older, Norman-derived name of Salop. Shrewsbury, in central Shropshire, is …
Visit Shropshire - The official tourism website for Shropshire
But we will be helping you get the best out of Shrewsbury, our history-rich county town, on a 48-hour stay, and explain how best to tackle our UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ironbridge Gorge. Whatever it is you’re after, Shropshire welcomes you.
History of Shropshire - Wikipedia
Shropshire is the "geological capital" of the UK, as just about every rock type in Northern Europe is found within its borders, as are coal, lead, copper and iron ore deposits. In addition to this, the River Severn flows through the county and has been used for the transportation of goods and services for centuries.
Places to visit in Shropshire - VisitEngland
Looking for things to do in Shropshire? With UNESCO World Heritage Sites, areas of outstanding natural beauty, and the best-preserved steam train network in England, Shropshire has it all.
Shropshire: 10 reasons to visit the rural gem - BBC
If you're looking for somewhere in the world to visit in 2024, travel trade organisation Abta has named 10 destinations to consider - and the list includes Shropshire. The "rural gem" is the only...
The 11 Very Best Shropshire Towns to Visit - The Bumper Crew
2024年4月10日 · Shropshire is home to many picturesque towns, including Shrewsbury, Ludlow, Much Wenlock, Bridgnorth, and Whitchurch. Each town has its own unique charm and history, with beautiful architecture and plenty of things to see and do.
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Visit Shropshire - Historic sites to visit in Shropshire
Shropshire’s historic sites: travel back in time. In Shropshire, landscape and history have always shaped each other. From Iron Age hillforts to eighteenth-century canals, the past is never far away. Shropshire has astonishing remains of the fourth largest Roman city in Britain, at Wroxeter.
Shropshire – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Shropshire is England's largest inland county, covering an area of 1,347 square miles. It is a beautiful pastoral county with a landscape that has inspired visitors for centuries, a number of historic and prosperous market towns, and hundreds of sleepy, traditional villages.