Bridgnorth Travel Guide

 Myfanwe Says:  Originally there were five fortified gates in Bridgnorth, the North Gate is the only one to survive. It houses a fantastic little museum which is positively brimming with artefacts and interesting archeological finds from the surrounding area. Admission is free. 

 Myfanwe Says:  The Stoneway steps provide a passageway between the High Town and Low Town. The picturesque steps have been carved into the sandstone cliff and come complete with cast iron kerbs. Halfway down the steps you will find the aptly named 'Theatre on the Steps'. This is the former... 

 Myfanwe Says:  During the Civil War the Royalists were forced to retreat to Bridgnorth Castle after a severe battle. The Parliamentary forces laid siege for weeks and Colonel Lavington was in charge of digging a tunnel under Castle Hill with the intention of blowing up St Mary's Church... 

 Myfanwe Says:  There was once a Pre-Norman conquest Castle on this site which was rebuilt by Robert de Belesme between1098 and 1101. The remains of Bridgnorth Castle are set on a cliff by the side of the River Severn. Today the castle is little more than a ruin, comprising of a 70 foot... 

 Myfanwe Says:  The Cliff Railway in Bridgnorth is famed for being the only inland Cliff Railway still working in Britain. It was created as a result of a public meeting called in 1890 to discuss an easier way (other than the 200 steps) to travel between High and low town. It was opened in... 

 Myfanwe Says:  The Town Hall is a great timber framed building situated right in the middle of High Street. The Civil war caused extensive damage in Bridgnorth, the Town hall is one of many timber framed buildings built just after the war. It was completed in 1651 although it was... 

 JimQT Says:  Have a little taste of Shropshire at this charming new farm shop come deli. Situated on the Much Wenlock road just on the outskirts of Bridgnorth, the Green Cow specialises in local and Shropshire produce ranging from local beers and wines through milk & vegetables to... 

 Andrew_W_K Says:  Every year on the late May bank holiday (Whitsun) Bridgnorth hosts its annual walk. If you are a keen walker this is for you. The walk starts in the high street and goes out to the top of Brown Clee hill some 11 miles away and then returns via a different route to finish in... 

 Andrew_W_K Says:  People come from all over the country to visit the SVR - one of the longest steam railways in Britain. The platform is a hive of activity throughout the summer months. There is also a pub on the station that happens to be my local and I enjoy sitting on the platform with a... 

 Andrew_W_K Says:  About 3 miles west of Bridgnorth on the Much Wenlock road is the tiny village of Morville. It is worth pulling over and visiting the church though and admiring the 15th century private residence of Morville Hall directly opposite the church.The church dates from Norman times... 

 Andrew_W_K Says:  Just 4 miles south of Bridgnorth on the road to Kidderminster is the hall and estate of Dudmaston. A 17th century mansion that was once the home of Abraham Darby who is one of the founders of the industrial revolution that took place in nearby Ironbridge.The estate is now... 

 Andrew_W_K Says:  Some claim eh? But trust me, I have eaten in Indian restaurants the length and breadth of Britian and I'm yet to find one that serves such good food consistently well. The Eurasia has been here for years (certainly over 30) and in a town where there are at least 6 other... 

 Andrew_W_K Says:  I know it sounds obvious but every year the river claims someone either because they misjudge the current or fall in drunk or whatever. It really is a dangerous river and you should take care when walking the banks especially when the river is high. Just the other day 2...