Local Reviews
In June 2014, Flying2468 said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
We stopped off here with 5 families, I had emailed to ask about the facility and the woman at the counter knew instantly when we walked in, that it was me. She was very friendly explaining they have a FREE craft room, and fantastic outdoors, bit like a back garden of a pub, but obviously cleaner and countryside views. The cafe was great and reasonable, we then did the FREE orienteering around the fields at the back, although we got a bit confused and never worked out the clues, the kids loved the adventure, they found a dead mole ( they loved this??) and they enjoyed crossing the little bridges along the way. Fab facility and I recommend to all. This has the feeling of a children s centre ( for those that have been to these)
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In August 2014, Rebeccahulz said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Went here today with our 6 yr old for the bear hunt activity. The staff were really helpful as although they were fully booked they allowed him to join in (after I explained the problems I had with their phone and internet being out of action). He loved the activity and got to make mud pies too. This was great value at £3 too. We didn't do the exhibition as the ballon ride we wanted to see wasn't working. We will be back to do the geocaching on a nicer day and hopefully the technology will be back up and running then.
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In August 2014, Rachel B said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
An interesting history of the area, not too much heavy-going reading matter, and a simulated balloon ride, which was quite a strange sensation. There were easy walks in the grounds, and the items in the shop were very reasonably priced, unlike some.
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In October 2014, KMc528789 said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Finished a long walk here and made use of the excellent cafe. Pleasant staff, good range of cakes etc, including the best shortbread I've for ages! Interesting things to look at and there was plenty going on for children.
A good place to base a walk or to break a journey along the A49.
A good place to base a walk or to break a journey along the A49.
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In December 2014, CambridgeClimber said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
What a nice surprise! Being mid-week in December we had the museum to ourselves and were able to take our time. It was only opened in 2001 and presents a good overview of the history of the Shropshire Hills. There's just enough detail to provide a solid insight into the area. The film, simulating a 15 minute balloon ride over the hills, was great and at times you felt you were up there. The museum entry was £3.50 and proved good value.
Within the building there is also a cafe, shop and general sitting and meeting area. The cafe was superb! The cakes and scones all looked home made and were good value. We would have no hesitation in dropping in again to sample their delights. Outside there is plenty of space to wander around the water meadows.
Within the building there is also a cafe, shop and general sitting and meeting area. The cafe was superb! The cakes and scones all looked home made and were good value. We would have no hesitation in dropping in again to sample their delights. Outside there is plenty of space to wander around the water meadows.
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In December 2014, Ed G said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Good for exploring local wildlife, geology, topography etc of area. Gives you a better perspective of the area - useful if you are walking the hills and local villages.
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In February 2015, Sunworshipper76 said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
The exhibition has been there for quite a while and can be done as quickly as in 5 minutes or up to probably 30 but no more. It is £3.50 per adult and £3 per child so in my opinion doesn't really represent very good value for money. But it is only my opinion! During half term they were holding paper making workshops for £3.50 and the session was 1 1/2 hours. This was good value and the children enjoyed this immensely. You could also access the craft area for free and there are large grounds to walk around, also for free. However there is a great amount of maintenance required to the site, including the garden area and the Onny meadow, which is currently over run by moles! Not that I have anything against moles, but come summer they are going to be a real hazard for people using the fields. Was ok to fill time but wouldn't look to go back.
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In February 2015, jjames21380 said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Centre exceptionally clean though maybe a little too pristine as it would have many walkers using its facilities. Bags were available to put over your boots but it seemed a little excessive. Some good literature to buy about the local area but no free leaflets or leaflets of any description as far as we could see detailing information about the posted walks as regards length and route.
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In March 2015, David M said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
We often visit this lovely area of Shropshire in the District of Craven Arms there are several gentle walks radiating from the Discovery Centre into the hill country beyond. At the centre there is ample parking and after a circular ramble what better place to return to around mid- day to sample their local homemade meals there is a choice from four hot meals with a variety of side vegetables but beware they are in limited supply so it's first come first served however there are other options to choose from be it sandwiches cakes and drinks of course. In addition to the cafe there is a shop selling local books and various wild bird feeding items plus locally made jewelery and paintings or often on display for sale. For children there is a small display exhibition area in the centre for which there is a small fee
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In March 2015, Danny C said about Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
Well worth the entrance fee to visit the exhibition. The virtual balloon flight was certainly a different way to see the views over the Shropshire Hills having walked over most of them it was interesting to see them from above.
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