Buildwas Abbey
Overview
Set against a backdrop of wooded grounds beside the River Severn, are the extensive remains of this Cistercian abbey founded in 1135.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open Apr-Sep, Wed-Sun & BH Mon 10-5. Closed Oct-Mar. Check website for details
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
About the area
Perhaps nowhere else in England will you find a county so deeply rural and with so much variety as Shropshire. Choose a clear day, climb to the top of The Wrekin, and look down on that ‘land of lost content’ so wistfully evoked by A E Housman.
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Nearby places to stay
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Self-Catering
The Owl's House
★★★★★
"A Shropshire jewel in a charming setting...."
- Total units: 1
- Private garden
- Washing machine
- Sky or freeview
Self-Catering
The Owl's House
★★★★★
"A Shropshire jewel in a charming setting...."
- Private garden
- Washing machine
- Sky or freeview
- Linens provided
Self-Catering
Ironbridge View Townhouse
★★★★★
"Set in a small courtyard, this townhouse is ideally situated with stunning views of the Iron Bridge...."
- Total units: 1
- Dish washer
- Washing machine
- Microwave
Nearby places to stay
The Owl's House
Located close to one of Shropshire’s most delightful small towns, The Owl’s House is the perfect hideaway, set in some beautiful countryside. With its own herb garden and comfortable ro...
★★★★★ Rating
The Owl's House
Located close to one of Shropshire’s most delightful small towns, The Owl’s House is the perfect hideaway, set in some beautiful countryside. With its own herb garden and comfortable ro...
★★★★★ Rating
Ironbridge View Townhouse
Ironbridge View Townhouse is an award-winning holiday home, set in the historic Ironbridge Gorge. It has stunning views of the world's first Iron Bridge, and is conveniently located wit...
★★★★★ Rating
The Priory
Only a short walk from the atmospheric ruins of Wenlock Priory, this impressive building is ideal for visiting this beautiful and historic area. The Priory is only a short walk from the...
★★★★ Rating
The Priory
Only a short walk from the atmospheric ruins of Wenlock Priory, this impressive building is ideal for visiting this beautiful and historic area. The Priory is only a short walk from the...
★★★★ Rating
Gaskell Arms Hotel
The Gaskell Arms is a 17th-century former coaching inn with exposed beams and log fires in the public areas, and much original charm and character is retained throughout. In addition to...
★★★ Rating
Severn Gorge Park
A very pleasant wooded site in the heart of Telford, it is well screened and well maintained. The sanitary facilities are fresh and immaculate, and landscaping of the grounds is careful...
★★★★★ Rating
Boat House Lodge
The Boat House Lodge is your home-from-home open plan apartment located in Wroxeter, a historic and picturesque village 6 miles from Shrewsbury, Shropshire.
Newly-refurbished, everythi...
★★★★★ Rating


