Historic Market Town of Ludlow. Visit the wonderful historic market town of Ludlow and don't forget to check out the famous Ludlow Castle.

In the heart of the Shropshire countryside, next to Acton Scott Farm is the Historic Working Farm.as seen on BBC TV. Here you can experience daily life on an upland farm at the turn of the century.

An extensive area of historic upland heath, with stunning views across the Shropshire and Cheshire plains and the Black Mountains.

Bishop's Castle . . . a small and ancient town surrounded by an area of outstanding natural beauty. Bishop's Castle provides a unique centre for the exploration of the South Shrophire uplands. Walk or cycle through the hills of the wild border country. Eat and drink well in our pubs and cafes.

Experience an exciting journey on the famous Severn Valley Railway. A great day out for all the family.

Telephone: 01562 827232

Church Stretton is set in Mary Webb and A E Housman country. Nestling in the valley between the Long Mynd and Wenlock Edge, flanked by Caer Caradoc and Ragleth Hills, the Strettons extend to the visitor, the charm, and the peace of an l8th century market town, combined with the convenience of excellent shopping, eating and parking facilities.

The Wood family, brothers Anthony and Edward and their father Basil, converted the stables next door to the village's Plough Inn and started brewing real ale to the very best traditional methods in 1980.

It has since become one of the most successful small independent breweries in Britain. Managing Director Edward Wood and staff have extended the brewery to twice its original size to cope with demand for Wood's own ales and for brews of Sam Powell beers - favorite recipes rescued from a mid-Wales brewery which ceased trading in 1991.

Wood's friendly, enthusiastic team produces and delivers a range of top quality cask-conditioned beers which are extremely popular in the West-Midlands and Wales, and which drinkers enjoy in pubs all over the country.

Watch out for them at beer festivals all over the country, and in particular at the Marches Food Festival, held each September in the historic Shropshire town of Ludlow, about 10 miles from the Brewery

Telephone: 01588 672523

Powis Castle is a medieval castle originally built as a fortress and later modified by generations of Herberts and Clives. The Clive museum houses a beautiful collection of treasures from India.