Self-Catering Holiday Cottages in Shrewsbury

Cottages, Apartments & Lodges in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England

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Shrewsbury, an ancient market town, is found in a fantastic location by the River Severn in the county of Shropshire in England. Surrounded by beautiful countryside there is plenty to do and explore whilst taking a self-catering holiday in this area of England.

Shrewsbury showcases some of the best of British historical architecture with a large number of listed buildings and is also known for having been home to Charles Darwin, one of Britain’s most notable scientific figures. Within the town you can visit the Mount where Charles Darwin was born and grew up. The impressive historical buildings in the town date back to various historical periods with some dating back to Tudor times and others Georgian times. All these historical buildings, add to the appeal of Shrewsbury.

If you adore history and beautiful architecture then a stay in a holiday home in Shrewsbury could be an ideal choice for you. Shrewsbury has a very picturesque look with cobbled streets and a quaint square along with specialist shops, independent shops and great cafes.

Well worth a visit are Shrewsbury Castle which houses the Shropshire Regimental Museum and Shrewsbury Abbey, another impressive historical building. If you enjoy museums, there are nine to choose from in the town. There is also a great selection of shops, restaurants and cafes to keep you entertained.

With the River Severn snaking around the town, there are also ample opportunities to enjoy a trip on the river when in Shrewsbury. Take a relaxing riverboat trip from English Bridge and take in the sights at a leisurely pace. Quarry Park is also a wonderful place to visit where you can simply sit by the river or take a trip down from Victoria Quay.

Outside of the town, there is plenty of countryside to discover, for walks, hikes, bike and horse rides.

Shrewsbury has plenty to offer for families, couples or groups of friends. Staying in a historical town, you may want to find a holiday cottage with original or characterful features. Wherever you choose to stay, the town of Shrewsbury and Shropshire in general has plenty to offer for special self-catering breaks away.