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Weston Park, Weston-under-Lizard, Nr Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11
8LE. Tel: 01952 852100. One visit is all it takes to fall head
over heels in love with Weston Park. It is a more engaging experience
than any other stately home or castle. It’s a love affair
that captures everyone. As for children, there’s the small
matter of 1,000 acres of parkland in which to play. And an endless
choice of special attractions including a miniature railway,
Woodland Adventure Playground and the new Yew Hedge Maze and
Orchard. www.weston-park.com. About 5 miles east of Telford.
The Ironbridge Gorge Museums,
Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7AW. Tel: 01952 884391.
Scene of pioneering events which led to the Industrial Revolution,
the Ironbridge Gorge is host to the series of 10 unique museums.
Stunning scenery, a recreated Victorian town, Coalport China
and the world famous Iron Bridge are just some of the attractions.
www.ironbridge.org.uk. About 5 miles south of Telford town centre.
Wollerton Old Hall Garden, Wollerton, Market Drayton, Shropshire,
TF9 3NA. Tel: 01630 685760. Wollerton Old Hall Garden is a four
acre plantsman's garden developed around a 16th Century house
(not open) in rural Shropshire, England. Strong formal design
has created many separate gardens each with its own character.
Charges apply. www.wollertonoldhallgarden.com. About 10 miles
north of Telford.
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