Houses and Gardens of Shropshire and Staffordshire

Dudmaston Hall

Biddulph Grange Garden

Kinver Edge and The Rock Houses

This diverse and enriching tour invites you to explore some of the National Trust’s most distinctive properties in the Midlands and surrounding regions. From the carved cliff dwellings of Kinver Edge to the grandeur of Attingham Park and the rare architectural charm of Cronkhill, each site offers a unique glimpse into England’s past. The imaginative global design of Biddulph Grange Garden and the harmonious blend of heritage and modernity at Dudmaston Hall round out a journey full of architectural beauty, cultural insight, and scenic tranquillity.

Itinerary/Excursions

Kinver Edge & The Rock Houses

Kinver Edge offers a fascinating glimpse into an unusual chapter of English history, where homes were carved directly into the red sandstone cliffs. These restored Rock Houses provide a unique perspective on 19th and early 20th-century life, surrounded by heathland and woodland trails with panoramic views across the countryside—an intriguing blend of natural beauty and human ingenuity

Attingham Park

Attingham Park is a grand 18th-century estate near Shrewsbury, set in over 4,000 acres of parkland and gardens. The elegant mansion reveals the stories of the Berwick family and their staff, while the surrounding grounds offer sweeping walks, a walled garden, and a deer park. It’s a place where architecture, landscape, and social history come together in harmonious splendour.

Biddulph Grange Garden

Biddulph Grange Garden is a masterpiece of Victorian garden design, taking visitors on a horticultural journey around the world. From a Chinese-inspired garden to an Egyptian courtyard and Italianate terraces, this unique landscape is both whimsical and impressive, offering colour and interest in every season. A visit here is a walk through history, art, and imagination.

Shugborough Estate

Shugborough Hall is a stately home, located close to Stafford and Rugeley. The manor was once owned by the Bishops of Lichfield, however when the monasteries dissolved, the hall was demolished and re-built by the Anson family. There are many follies hidden within the gardens, alonside beautiful momuments such as The Shepherd's Monument.

Dudmaston Hall

Set amidst tranquil gardens and woodlands, Dudmaston Hall is a striking country house that blends traditional heritage with modern art. Home to an impressive contemporary art collection alongside classic interiors, the estate also includes peaceful lakeside walks and beautifully maintained grounds. It’s a place of contrasts, where old and new coexist in a uniquely balanced setting.

Ironbridge

Known as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Ironbridge hosts a wealth of Victorian themed museums. The natural landscape has been restored since most of the factories have been demolished, allowing you to truly appreciate the beautiful Ironbridge Gorge.

Your holiday includes

4 nights at Albrighton Hall Hotel, Shrewsbury
Breakfast and all evening meals
Private coach travel
Services of an experienced driver
6 singles at no supplement
Cancellation Protection
Porterage

Hotel Details

Albrighton Hall Hotel, Shrewsbury

Set in an 18th-century manor house on 15 acres of grounds with a lake, this upscale hotel is 3 miles from Shrewsbury Castle and 4 miles from Shrewsbury Abbey.

The refined rooms come with traditional furnishings, Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with international channels. They also include tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add Nespresso machines and scenic views.

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