Local Area
Bailey End is perfectly positioned to explore the beautiful Shropshire hills and Welsh borders. From historic market towns to stunning natural landscapes, there's something for everyone.
Location Overview
Perfect Base for Exploring
- 4 miles from Welsh border
- Direct countryside access
- Quiet town, no main roads
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Nearby Towns & Villages
Bishops Castle
LocalA very small market town in the Shropshire hills, 4 miles from the Welsh border. Direct access to surrounding countryside for walks.
Ludlow
18 milesAncient streets, Michelin-starred restaurants, and food market. A centre of food tourism with a large local produce centre.
Shrewsbury
25 milesWalks by the river, mediaeval centre, and an abbey - the location of the "Cadfael" mystery novels by Ellis Peters.
Clun
6 milesGood pubs and an unusual ruined castle on a steep mound.
Montgomery
9 milesPretty Welsh town with a spectacular ruined hill-top castle with long views into Wales.
Church Stretton
10 milesThe town which serves the Long Mynd, has the feel of an Alpine resort. The bravest drivers can approach it directly across the Long Mynd on the scariest road in Britain!
Activities & Attractions
Walking & Nature
- •Long Mynd
- •Offa's Dyke
- •Stiperstones
- •Corndon Hills
Historic Sites
- •Ironbridge (30 miles) - cradle of the industrial revolution
- •Much Wenlock (23 miles) - black-and-white half-timbered houses and ruined priory
Wales & Coast
- •Lake Bala (50 miles) - largest natural lake in Wales
- •Barmouth (60 miles) - Welsh coast
- •Snowdonia (60 miles) - National Park