Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
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Popped in here on a previous occasion with some friends and hadn't realised that there are some wonderful meadows and walks . So have been several times since . Had lunch twice this week in the cafe (we live in Ludlow) . The steak and ale pie was fab as was the delicious homemade quiche . We had Sunday lunch today which was delicious and plentiful . We did book in advance and was lovely to have a reserved table with a proper table cloth and laid properly ! Bit of a wait to order but that's because not only is there a Sunday roast but also the usual full menu . I've worked in the catering industry all my life and understand why there can be a bit of a wait .. but saying that we didn't actually have long to wait that long . And my goodness it was definitely worth the wait . Chicken was lovely and moist and very tasty and came with stuffing and roast potatoes with a dish of assorted veg separate which included swede,carrots,broccoli,green beans and new potatoes all cooked extremely well . Unfortunately didn't have room for pudding ! What's great it's all home made and locally sourced as much as possible . We'll be back again and again . Great find . And will continue to support . Oh and we thought the cafe was really good value .
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Wonderful discovery as a coffee stop but turned out to be extremely interesting. The shop has a wide range of delightful gifts. They also highlight animal welfare. Pleasant staff and great food.
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Holidaying in Ludlow, a local recommended the food at the Discovery Centre. I was not disappointed, neither was my dog, by the huge portion of Sunday roast beef. The queen of puddings was a first for me. It was delicious. The lady taking my order was friendly and engaging and also about to taste the queen of puddings for the first time.
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We went to the Bonfire event at the Discovery Centre. All I can say is GO NEXT YEAR. The firework display was absolutely amazing, there was a massive bonfire, a hog roast, hot dogs and burgers and a Wood's bar. Including stuff for the kids, rides, lights etc. It only cost £3.50 to get in and it was so well organised I can't recommend it enough. We will definitely go again next year.
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Half term visit with our granddaughter, daughter and son in law, we all thoroughly enjoyed the experience and the walk afterwards. Also the lunch was good too.
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Can I congratulate Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre on their excellent customer service. I visited recently & had a small problem. On my return home, some distance away, I contacted SHDS & spoke to Grant (the Manager?) & he was extremely helpful in sorting out my problem. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Bob Salisbury Chester
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Call in on a road trip but this would make a great resource for those staying longer - particularly those taking advantage of the fine walking setting.
We stopped for lunch, each of the the four of us having something different from the wide, home made offerings.
The food was fresh and palatable and very generous proportions.
All in all, glad to have stumbled across this venue.
We stopped for lunch, each of the the four of us having something different from the wide, home made offerings.
The food was fresh and palatable and very generous proportions.
All in all, glad to have stumbled across this venue.
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Came here before catching my train. Very nice food and a great discovery centre. I had no idea a mammoth had been found here! A great shop too.
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Well laid out centre things for all the family, shop,cafe and helpfull staff with maps and advice for the walks.
We had limited time and did the hours walk on only meadow very interesting would return for more walks.
My only comment is that some of the gates and fences need repair, and the toilets need to be checked for cleanliness.
We had limited time and did the hours walk on only meadow very interesting would return for more walks.
My only comment is that some of the gates and fences need repair, and the toilets need to be checked for cleanliness.
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As discovery centres go this is one of the better ones, we do not normally bother with them but good choice to visit this one.
Good shop with an interesting range of goodies ( not all of them expensive).
Easy walks from the centre.
Only sampled the ice cream so no idea about food.
Good shop with an interesting range of goodies ( not all of them expensive).
Easy walks from the centre.
Only sampled the ice cream so no idea about food.
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This is a lovely place to stop and take a break. Very interesting Center with great information. Had a lovely meal in the restaurant, and the prices were quite cheap! We didn't venture into the park (it was raining!), but it looked a great place to take your kids.
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Found the centre well laid-out, informative and interesting. The exhibition was interesting and well laid-out with a nice ten minute video. Took us about 40/50 mins to walk around it.
Cafe was busy with a lot of locals which speaks of the quality at a visitors’ centre such as this. Didn’t try anything, but menu looked good.
Nice range of local produce and plenty of information.
Only criticism is that for a small exhibition, £5 seems a tiny wee bit costly, but couldn’t grumble at the information on the local area and its history.
Decent visit all-in-all.
Cafe was busy with a lot of locals which speaks of the quality at a visitors’ centre such as this. Didn’t try anything, but menu looked good.
Nice range of local produce and plenty of information.
Only criticism is that for a small exhibition, £5 seems a tiny wee bit costly, but couldn’t grumble at the information on the local area and its history.
Decent visit all-in-all.
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The kids wanted to go here when we drove past to go to Stokesay Castle so we stopped off after to have a look. The kids wanted to go around the exhibition to see the Shropshire Mamonth but was £13.50 for a family. I can't say if it's worth it or not as wasn't prepared to pay that for what looked like quite a small exhibition & after paying nearly £8 for 4 drinks. Outside there are plenty of walks to do & a couple of small play area's for the kids so not a completely wasted stop off.
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We visited here on our way home from from South Wales, it’s an ideal stop over for lunch where the children can burn of some energy and we can stretch our legs. We didn’t go in the cafe but it looked busy so that must be a good sign! Toilets could be cleaner though.
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A brilliant day out. Stopped for coffee and cake and a wander round the exhibition. Exhibition was well laid out and informative. Both children (15 and 11) enjoyed walking round and reading all the information.
Plenty of outdoor space to walk dogs afterwards. The shop has many interesting and varied things to browse.
Enjoyed visiting that we came back for lunch and another dog walk!
Plenty of outdoor space to walk dogs afterwards. The shop has many interesting and varied things to browse.
Enjoyed visiting that we came back for lunch and another dog walk!
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There are lots of walks signposted from here suitable for all abilities (including wheelchair routes), varying distances and taking in a variety of scenery. There is a children's play area, shop, toilets and an exhibition. The video shows a distance view of the iron age hill fort, this really helps you to understand the history of the area. The cafe is very good specialising in local produce. There are lots of children's activities during school holidays. They have a vegan and vegetarian cookery workshop in September. Activities may have a cost otherwise it's free entry and plenty of free parking. As this is run as a charity they accept donations.
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We spent a great 5 hours here. Parking was just £1 donation ( not compulsory). The centre has a number of walks staring from here. We took the riverside walk which was a lovely circular walk. When we arrived back, we were told that one of the staff was by the pools and was giving educational talks about dragon fly,.... so we thought why not !! ,,,,This was brilliant,. She was very knowledgeable and we learnt so much. We will definitely be back to try some of the other walks. The gift shop was also good.
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On our caravan hols and looking for both a spot of lunch and also somewhere where we could run the dogs off lead. This fits the bill! Delicious food, but be careful serving times are strict, and then a super stroll in the nature walk and dip for the dogs in the river that runs alongside. Perfect!
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Driven past many times on A49 to Chester and then Scotland. Determined to plan journey to stop. Then determined to stop on way back aswell !! Interesting stuff, lovely dog friendly,Nice food options . Good staff especially comunity linkage aspects. Will visit again just because !!
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Great place for adults and kids some great views and walks, food in restaurant/ cafe was good size portions, local produce and great value
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Called in as was intrigued by the virtual hot air balloon ride. This was in an exhibition area that you had to pay for. It was a bit of a disappointment as although it was a stunning film it of Shropshire but was certainly not filmed from a hot air balloon. There visitor center itself has a wonderful cafe and is well worth a visit. There is plenty of walks around the meadows and by the river. There is plenty of wildlife to see. If I was local to the area I would visit often
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We often visit this godsend for walking the dogs and ourselves and for eating in the café.
There has been so much thought put into the services provided at the site and there is everything from shaded parking for Disabled to wonderful items for all ages in the shop.
The food in the café is of a delicious standard and very good value for money and the staff are always pleasant and helpful.
I would recommend this venue for all ages and needs.
There has been so much thought put into the services provided at the site and there is everything from shaded parking for Disabled to wonderful items for all ages in the shop.
The food in the café is of a delicious standard and very good value for money and the staff are always pleasant and helpful.
I would recommend this venue for all ages and needs.
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We loved visiting the Onny Meadows, watching the dragonflies at the new hotspot. The cafe offers a great range of snacks and meals with something for the whole family. Whinberry ice cream was delicious!
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Free entry and car park. You only pay to see the exhibition. The shop is great and has good valued products which are worth the money! The café was great with a good selection of hot or cold food to chose from and lovely customer service! The exhibition is £5 which is cheap for a good day out! In this weather at the moment its a great place to visit and would love to come again with my dog! Great for all ages!
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I have been here many times as it is local to us and each time I have been unable to stay out of the cafe! The cakes and icecreams are fantastic. We had Sunday lunch here yesterday and again it was fab. Lovely food and plenty of it. The staff, both in the cafe and in the shop, were very friendly and helpful. My husband and I have done a few of the circular walks which there are maps for in the shop and each time they have been clear and easy to understand. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a fun day out.
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