Shropshire Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
ceremonial county in the United Kingdom
About Shropshire
Shropshire's countryside culminates in the Shropshire Hills, an area of upland moor and heath with a varied geology and such landmarks as the Long Mynd, the Stiperstones and Wenlock Edge. Local history has been shaped by Shropshire's strategic location between England and Wales, and indeed the area changed hands many times over the years. Many towns have castles and other Medieval fortifications. From the 18th century onwards, the county led the way in Britain's industrialisation, andIronbridgeis considered the birthplace of industry. JRR Tolkien based his conception of The Shire region of Middle Earth on 20th century Shropshire and neighbouring counties, while the Wrekin is a peak nearTelfordthat is said to have inspired the Lonely Mountain. Since 1998, Shropshire has been administrativel
Shropshire Travel Guide Sections
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