Shropshire, Ceremonial county in West Midlands, England
Shropshire spans 3,487 square kilometers between Wales and England, containing rolling hills, agricultural plains, and the River Severn flowing through its settlements.
The region gained importance during the Industrial Revolution when Abraham Darby developed iron smelting techniques at Coalbrookdale, transforming manufacturing processes across Britain.
Market towns across Shropshire maintain traditional agricultural events, with Ludlow recognized for medieval architecture and regional food production.
The county features direct rail connections to Birmingham and Manchester, while the M54 motorway provides access to major transportation networks.
Ironbridge Gorge contains the first cast iron bridge in the world, constructed in 1779 across the River Severn.
Location: West Midlands
Capital city: Shrewsbury
Shares border with: Cheshire, Staffordshire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Powys, Clwyd
Website: https://shropshire.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 52.61667,-2.71667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:47
Offa's Dyke
37.8 km
The Iron Bridge
15.7 km
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
46.6 km
Ludlow Castle
27.8 km
West Midland Safari Park
39.5 km
Severn Valley Railway
41.4 km
The Wrekin
12.6 km
Powis Castle
30.2 km
Royal Oak
32.6 km
Knowles Mill
35.6 km
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford
27.5 km
Ironbridge Gorge
16.5 km
Stokesay Castle
22.2 km
Shrewsbury Abbey
10.3 km
Chirk Castle
43.4 km
Weston Park
30.2 km
Offa's Dyke Path
37.8 km
Ditherington Flax Mill
11.6 km
Llangollen Railway
50.7 km
Brynkinalt Hall
41.4 km
Attingham Park
8.3 km
Lilleshall Hall
26.2 km
Shrewsbury Castle
10.7 km
The Mount
11.2 km
Castell Dinas Brân
50.1 km
Grotto At Sj 7756 0290
26 km
Hawkstone Park
27.6 km
Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway
30.3 kmReviews
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