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Spending time next to water can do wonders for our physical and mental health. The Marrington Estate offers long walks alongside the River Camlad, with breath-taking views in and above the valley floor.

Got a big occasion to celebrate? If you are looking to pull out all the stops from the comfort of home, there is little better way to ensure the occasion goes off with a bang than hiring a private chef to serve up a feast of fine dining.

There are four Dark Sky Discovery Sites within the Shropshire Hills, all on or around the Long Mynd in Church Stretton. All four of these sites have the darkest ‘Milky Way Class Rating’, meaning that the skies become dark enough to see the Milky Way with the naked eye.

With Tour de France well underway, it’s hard not to be inspired to get out and explore. The beautiful Shropshire Hills is a great place to cycle, with it’s rolling hills making it a suitable venture for both gentle or more challenging rides.

Holidays shouldn’t be a hassle, which is why we’ve installed free EV charging points at all of our self-catering accommodation at Marrington. That means you can park up on the drive and retreat to the comfort of your cottage while your vehicle recharges ready for your next adventure.

With Father’s Day fast approaching, let’s celebrate whoever means ‘Dad’ to you with some amazing days out. Make some memories, and live in the moment with experiences.

When the warmer weather arrives, Shropshire comes alive with festivals and events. From couples wanting to soak in the sunshine, to families looking for activities to keep the group entertained, there is something for everyone.

If you are looking to spend some quality time with your special someone, Marrington Escapes has a number of attractions locally that are perfect for the daytime dates and activities.

Fancy yourself a keen walker? You’ve found just the place – Marrington Estate is the perfect base for those keen feet and a rural retreat – nestled in the countryside filled with rolling hills just waiting to be explored.

If your usual family time is being squeezed by a hectic home life, a multigenerational break might be the answer. Bringing everyone together gives you the chance to reconnect. It’s a time to laugh, celebrate, catch up, and create new lifelong memories.

Marrington is as entertaining as it is pretty. Throughout the acres of woodland, glades and countryside, are countless opportunities to appreciate and embrace the great outdoors. So blow away the winter cobwebs by striding wild hillsides.

Ring the changes - it's holiday time. Dig into some history with a visit to a castle or monument, shop your socks off with our array of independent quirky shops of just explore the riverside meadows and Shropshire hills. You, a map and a picnic, what's not to like?