Bishop's Castle - Clun - Knighton - Little Brampton
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AS YOU TRAVELtowards Wales you are
surrounded by a wealth of rich green
countryside and a sea of rolling hills. There
is a string of small towns running roughly
Teme Valley and
north-south along the border of England
and Wales which can easily provide a day
out in themselves.
The Marches
BISHOP'S CASTLEis the most northerly of
Teme Valley and The Marches is an independent tourism publication.
these. It's a vibrant little town with a wide
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variety of locally-owned businesses that
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are often family-run. You can find
address: Teme Valley and The Marches, PO Box 11, Tenbury Wells,
everything from a shoe shop that actually
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repairs shoes to a proper butcher and
Editor & Publisher: Chris Dell. Editorial Assistant: Lucy.
there's even a choice of locally-brewed
Designers: Matt and Tess.
beer!
Every reasonable effort was made to ensure that the contents of this
The town's museum is worth a look and
publication were correct at the time of writing but no responsibility
can be accepted for any consequences of any errors or omissions or
there is a good choice of pubs and cafes,
for any changes. Always check all information before making a special
ideal when you feel the need to get the
trip, before booking any accommodation, and before making any
weight off your feet, as many walkers do.
commitment whatsoever. It is important to remember that changes
Indeed, walking is so popular in the area
can and do occur from time to time, possibly without notice, and that
that the local shoe shop stocks a wide
changes can occur even prior to the date of publication.
range of walking footwear all year.
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are protected by copyright. If you wish to reproduce any part of this
CLUNcomes next as you head south along publication in any way you must first obtain written permission from
the A488. This is signficantly smaller than the Publisher.
Bishop's Castle but it still has a useful range See us
of services. It has a quiet charm of its own,
with a delightful riverside setting and a
ruined castle. It is also home to Carys
Cakes, which can be bought locally and can
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also be made to order for special occasions.
Bishops Castle
KNIGHTONis the next town you reach and WEAIMTOPROVIDE
as you do so you cross the border into
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Wales. The border is so close to Knighton
that while the town is in Wales, its station
Knighton SHROPSHIRECHEESE,
(which is only a few hundred yards from FREERANGEEGGS AND
the town centre) is in England!
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There's some striking architecture in
Knighton, including a clock tower in the
middle of the town. There's also the Offa's
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Dyke Centre; this is at the opposite end of
the town centre, compared to the station,
and as it is also the Tourist Information
Carys Cakes...
Centre, many visitors will find it useful.
The strong links across this area are
A Cake for all Occasions.
underlined by businesses such as Gwythers
and Pugh having branches in both Knighton
Special Occasion Coming Up?
and Bishop's Castle. Need a Cake? Wedding, Anniversary, Christening, Birthday,
or just a nice cake for afternoon tea.
If you're driving from Leintwardine towards
Whatever the Occasion, we can supply your needs.
All cakes are freshly made to order, using Best Quality,
Clun or Bishop's Castle you could stop off Locally-Sourced ingredients. Fruit Sponge, Chocolate, Ginger,
for refreshment at Wheelwrights Cafe at
family size or individual cup cakes. The choice is endless.
Little Brampton. This conveniently-located
Gluten-free, Dairy-free and Vegan recipes are also available.
Carys Cakes are available in Clun from Brights Flowers and
and easy to find tea room has off-road
Bishops Castle
Clun Garage and may be enjoyed with a cup of coffee at the
parking and also offers Bed and Breakfast.
Bridge Café. Carys is also at the farmers' markets in
Craven Arms (1st Saturday of month) & Bishops Castle
(3rd Saturday of month).
Knighton
Ring Carys on 01588 640985 or 07778 397599
or visit www.caryscakes.com
River Teme
THE OLD WHEELWRIGHTS TEAROOMS
at Knighton
LITTLE BRAMPTON
Ensuite B&B, vegetarians and vegans catered for.
Light Lunches, Morning Coffee, Afternoon Teas, Cooked Breakfasts.
Open Tuesday to
Sunday from 9am.
On the Craven Arms
to Clun road, at the
B4385/B4368
crossroads.
Disabled friendly
- parking, access
Glass in Bishops
and toilets.
Castle Church
01588 660141
GWYTHERS
F O O T W E A R & C L O T H I N G
31-33 Church Street, Bishop's Castle, Shropshire, SY9 5AD
Tel: 01588 638273
Specialist branch for hiking
boots and socks
A Zamberlan Premier Stockist
Also at 15 Broad St, Knighton Tel: 01547 528548
Clun Also branches in TENBURY WELLS & WELSHPOOL
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