Local Shropshire Area

Church Stretton

The Town

As a health resort the Victorians called Church Stretton “little Switzerland” (without the wolves and avalanches) but with its alpine like hills and valleys its easy to see why. Church Stretton still retains its spa town feel with natural springs providing the source of Stretton Hills bottled water.

For Walkers

Church Stretton was the first town in Shropshire to be awarded the ‘Walkers Are Welcome’ status. Walkers Are Welcome towns are places which have something special to offer for walkers more than simply being a fantastic place to come and enjoy the great outdoors.

Above the town rises the Long Mynd, a popular walking area – ideal for exploring the Shropshire Hills. The town also holds its own annual Walking Festival in June.

Carding Mill Valley provides a more leisurely walk popular with visitors and a tea pavilion for that all important brew.

Wild Swimming

A beautiful reservoir located on National Trust land in Carding Mill Valley offers wild swimming surrounded by nature, followed by hot drinks and snacks in the café.

Events and Festivals

Church Stretton & South Shropshire Arts Festival takes place each year. The festivities result in the South Shropshire Hills literally becoming alive with the sound of music!

Loved it! Absolutely fantastic

- Fred and Lauren, Wolverhampton

We had a fantastic break in your wonderful cottage which had everything we needed.

- Gray and Lisa from Leicestershire

Excellent accommodation in a superb area. We'll be back to ride our bikes on the Long Mynd

- Chris and Jill from Warrington

Another lovely stay in this most comfortable of apartments - the perfect location for a great Stretton holiday.

- Tim and Sarah from Southampton

2nd stay at Mynd Court. Weather beautiful, had another lovely break. See you again soon.

- Kay and Jez from Stourbridge

Great apartment in great location in beautiful Shropshire. Thank you

- Rob and Sheila from Harrogate

Sets a new standard in self catering! We hope to be back!

- David and Nancy from Banbury

Perfect spot. Thank you Ian and Helen fro such lovely week. Unit nice and roomy and everything here including a big bed and shower and an ample washer and drier.

- Hurry and Jenny from New Zealand

Stunningly beautiful walking country even in the rain. Thank you so much for the friendly welcome! Lovely accommodation with everything we needed. Lovely town.

- Steph and Nick from London

Lovely place, lovely time spent here. Total chill out! Walked, cycled and ate everywhere ! Thank you

- Alan and Tracy from Carlisle

Despite the weather, nothing could deter from my happy time in Mynd Court

- Clive from London

Many thanks. Accommodation excellent and one of our favourite pats of England

- Geoff and lorraine from Lincoln

Thank you for another lovely stay. Everything has been wonderful again

- Jenny and John from Whitby

Easily best accommodation in CS. Everything you need and all good quality. Spacious and a comfortable home from home. We certainly plan to return.

- Rita and Peter from Preston

We have had a wonderful time. Lovely area, lovely accommodation and even lovelier hosts. It can't get any better than this.

- Florence and harry from Ross on Wye

Excellent accommodation with lovely walks from the door. Will definitely return

- Kay and Jez from Stourbridge

First visit last year when pregnant - back this year with 5 month old. Lovely stay, so relaxed and easy going. Top notch apartment.

- Piers and Orla from Berkhampstead

Beautiful, spotlessly clean accommodation in an ideal location. Ian and Helen perfect hosts

- Gordon and Barbara from Bury

Had a wonderful time just walking with truly comfortable accommodation to come back to.

- Anne from London

Excellent in every respect - a truly comfortable bolthole in an ideal location

- Alan and Susan from Blackburn

Second visit, as last time, everything perfect

- Dawn and Dave from Cheshire

We were back! Excellent again. Hope to be back again!

- John and Liz from Leicester and London

Our third visit - everything excellent as usual - Had a wonderful time. Thank you.

- Anne and Tony from North Wales

We have had a very happy week at Mynd Court. The accommodation is excellent, the position perfect and we much appreciated Ian and Helen's welcome and unobtrusive friendliness. We shall definitely return.

- Ray and Sally from Somerset

A lovely spacious property with everything we could possibly want in a beautiful part of the country. Thanks for the welcome pack!

- Roger and Chris from Middlesex

Excellent accommodation. Lovely bottle of red! fantastic setting. Friendly welcome. Hope to come back soon.

- Sue and Jon from Somerset

Beautiful place, green, peaceful and quiet. Ian and Helen the perfect hosts - the soul of kindness.

- Vivian, Milan Italy

So pleased we have found such a superb place to stay

- Trish and Jo from Devon and Somerset

Everything was perfect - will be back soon

- Matt and Janet from Reading

Every bit as lovely as the last time - We'll be back

- Mike and Sarah from Surrey

By far the best self catering accommodation we have ever stayed in. Beautiful throughout, excellent location, outstanding in every respect.

- Jan and Frank from Lancashire

Fantastic week. Wonderful quiet location. Great walks straight from the door. Thank you!

- Lucinda and Harry from Herts

Fantastic accommodation, warm and clean. Thank you

- Dawn, David and Andrew from Cheshire

Superb accommodation. Thank you for all the thought and skill that has gone into this. The best holiday venue both for location and quality we've experienced for many years.

- Michael and Rosemary from Linconshire

Very high standard apartment with a great welcome. Thank you very much indeed!

- Chris and Lyn from Glos

Everything just perfect - house and everything

- Trish and Jo from Devon and Somerset

Booked as surprise present by our children! A lovely, lovely home from home in a fantastic setting. Excellent

- Alan and Jean from Staffs

Fantastic place. Had a wonderful time. Thank you!

- Jenny and Ben from Aberdeen

Couldn't have wished for nicer accommodation. Everything just perfect. Ian and Helen have thought of everything to make Mynd Court such a heavenly place to stay.

- Barbara and Keith from Wolverhampton

An excellent find, home from home, everything done to a very high standard. Will be back. Thank you

- Jan and Dave from North Cornwall

Everything was perfect. Thanks

- Matt and Janet from Reading

Wonderful stay, very comfortable. Will recommend and return.

- Piers and Orla from Berkhamsted

This is is the best self catering accommodation we have ever stayed in and the location is perfect. Thank you Helen and Ian for being so welcoming and helpful. We've really enjoyed the week here.

- Julie and Brian from Sussex

What a lovely cottage. Even better than the photos. Location stunning with easy access to the Long Mynd walks.

- Graham and Gill from North Yorkshire

A very comfortable three week stay. Many thanks.

- David and Elin

Every bit as perfect as last year. Already booked for 2016!

- Anne and John Dickinson, Blackpool

Fantastic week. Best self catering accommodation we have ever stayed in.

- Sue and Davis from Sussex

Warm welcome. Lovely place, very well equipped. Couldn't ask for better.

- Brenda and Tony from Basingstoke

Our stay has been perfect. The apartment is wonderful.

- Martin and Jenny from Berks

A lovely apartment in a great location.

- Peter and Julie from Gosport

Our third visit - home from home!

- Graham and Lin from Berkshire

Another fabulous stay.

- Anne and Tony from North Wales

We have been perfectly comfortable again. Thank you.

- Gareth, Gail and Edward from Berkshire

A wonderful place to stay - best in Stretton methinks.

- Andy from Bolton

Really lovely holiday apartment. Exactly what we needed. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.

- Jeanette and Paul from Staffordshire

Exactly what Stretton needed - keep up the high standard.

- Geraldine and Roger from Orkney

Excellent accommodation, 5 star quality in everything. Very warm welcome. We will be back.

- Tony and Anne from North Wales

5* accommodation in a lovely area.

- Jon and Gail from Cumbria

A welcoming and very comfortable base for a nostalgic holiday.

- Mary and Adrian from Dartmoor

What a great find! Feels like home from home already. Best self catering we have been to.

- Roy and Elsa from West Sussex

Our second stay this year and as excellent as ever.

- graham and Lin from Berkshire

Very comfortable, every convenience has been thoroughly thought of.

- Peter and Oonagh

A beautifully presented and clean place to stay in. We've had a wonderful time.

- Sarah and Robin from Cornwall

Fantastic, comfortable stay. Beautiful place - by far the best self catering ever.

- Leon and Nancy with 6 year old Athene from Lancashire

This cottage is second to none. Thank you for letting us enjoy such a beautiful place.

- Richard and Leila from Alberta, Canada

Really lovely, everything you could wish for.

- Sara and Mike from Surrey

Warm welcome and superb in every way.

- Rhiannon and Lawrence from Swansea

Beautiful, spacious holiday cottage in a lovely setting, whatever the weather. We were made to feel very welcome and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

- Graham and Lin from Berkshire

Perfect in every way. Fixtures, fittings and attention to the finest detail. Flowers and wine as a greeting - lovely. Log burner belted out the heat on the cool evenings. The Longmynd on the doorstep for superb walking. Logs abundant, coeliac friendly, walking perfection, all high spec.

- Martin and Jo from Derbyshire

Superb accommodation in a perfect location. Thank you

- Tony and Jo from Somerset

A wonderful home to stay in, really superb. Thanks a lot

- Ann from Bristol and Elaine from Cheshire

We have the perfect holiday. Thank you so much for everything. The accommodation is fantastic and we have been so happy and relaxed here.

- Gail, Gareth and baby Edward, Berks

This is by far the loveliest cottage we have stayed in. It is a credit to you. Every detail has been thought of. Cant wait to come back next year for a longer stay. Thank you very much.

- Anne and John Dickinson, Blackpool

This is a lovely place to relax and enjoy the environment

- Prof. and Dr.Udokang

Superb holiday home for a comfortable and relaxed stay in a great area for walking. Such a nice friendly welcome. Thank you.

- Diane and Ivan, Linconshire

What a great place! So big, light and comfortable. All in a terrific location. Many thanks - a joy!

- Michael and Celia, London

Made to feel very welcome. Beautiful house, beautiful place, beautiful weather! Very good holiday.

- Roy and Janet, Lutterworth

Shropshire is a wonderful place and this perfectly equipped and cosy holiday home satisfies every wish we could possibly have. Thank you!

- Rich and Nicolette

Lovely place to stay. We will be back next year. Thank you for a great welcome.

- Mr Jones, Wolverhampton

Awards and Ratings

Cyclist Friendly

Love from Shropshire

Shropshire Tourism Self Catering

Walker Friendly