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Nuthatch Castle Farm

Shropshire » Ellesmere
Sleeps up to 4
Hot Tub
Indulge in a peaceful, rural setting, tucked away down a quiet country lane only 1 mile away from the border of England and Wales.Visit Ellesmere (5 miles), known as Shropshire's Lake District, with its many meres to explore.The beautiful town of Llangollen, set in the scenic backdrop of the Clwydian Range AONB, is only 13 miles away, where you can adventure on the River Dee, hire a canal boat along the famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct or walk up the remains of Castell Dinas Bran.National Trust Chirk Castle and Erddig, both within 11 miles, are great for history lovers.Take a day trip to the Roman City of Chester (25 miles) and experience a riverboat trip or visit Chester Zoo.
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Indulge in a peaceful, rural setting, tucked away down a quiet country lane only 1 mile away from the border of England and Wales. Visit Ellesmere (5 miles), known as Shropshire's Lake District, with its many meres to explore.

The beautiful town of Llangollen, set in the scenic backdrop of the Clwydian Range AONB, is only 13 miles away, where you can adventure on the River Dee, hire a canal boat along the famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct or walk up the remains of Castell Dinas Bran. National Trust Chirk Castle and Erddig, both within 11 miles, are great for history lovers.

Take a day trip to the Roman City of Chester (25 miles) and experience a riverboat trip or visit Chester Zoo. For pubs, eateries and independent shops, visit Oswestry (9 miles), Whitchurch (16 miles) or Shrewsbury (25 miles), where you can explore Shrewsbury Prison and the many activities on offer there.

Alderford Lake (15 miles) is an absolute must in the summer and guarantees to be a fun fuelled day for anyone who loves water! This charming, semi detached barn conversion, adjacent to an old working farm, provides a perfect break to explore Shropshire and its borderlands.

Entering down the side of the patio, you're immediately welcomed by a cosy, open plan living and kitchen area. The snug leather sofas are perfect for resting those feet after a long day out exploring, whilst being warmed by the wall mounted, log effect electric fire.

A TV and DVD player sit in the corner of the room, perfect if you want to indulge in a slow afternoon indoors. You'll have everything you need in the kitchen to rustle up a home cooked meal, along with a traditional wooden table perfect for both adventure planning and dining.

There is a twin bedroom downstairs and a double bedroom upstairs, both with TVs and en suites with showers over the bath and WCs. Get lost in the peaceful sounds of nature and bird calls whilst you admire the beautiful countryside views stretched out in front of your private enclosed patio.

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Sleeps 6
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
Nestled down a country lane, only 1 mile away from the English and Welsh border. Visit Shropshire's Lake District, Ellesmere (5 miles), with its many meres to explore.
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Sleeps 14
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 7
A stunning, Grade II* listed, detached stately home. All en-suite bedrooms, games room, WiFi, tennis court, hot tub and fishing lake. 10 acres of gardens and grounds. Whitchurch 11 miles.
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Sleeps 8
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
A luxurious house set in idyllic private grounds with a hot tub and river fishing. Perfect for families and groups to explore North Wales and Shropshire s attractions and activities all year round.
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Sleeps 2
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 1
Escape to this stylish shepherd s hut for two, and the dog, nestled in an idyllic rural setting. Located on the River Ceiriog, it is just over a mile from Chirk where there is a selection of shops, pubs, restaurants and an atmospheric castle.
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Sleeps 30
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 10
A beautiful country house in the Glyn Ceiriog Valley. Ten bedrooms, four with en-suite facilities. Swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, gym, hot tub. Chirk Castle 2 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2
Whatever your interest, it s all on offer here, whether it s good food, boutique shopping, castles, country houses and gardens, steam trains, horse drawn canal trips, theatre, music events or just relaxing.
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Sleeps 10
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
Pentre Hall is a characterful, five-bedroom property in Bronygarth near Chirk, Shropshire. Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB. Original features. Hot tub. Oswestry 5.7 miles; Llangollen 8.8 miles; Chester 24.4 miles.
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5 Miles
Sleeps 8
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
Luxury, two-storey bespoke chalet with outstanding reviews is situated on the owner's exclusive and tranquil country estate with adjoining woodland, close to the famous meres at Ellesmere.
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Sleeps 6
Hot Tub
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A delightful stone-built cottage resting on the outskirts of Chirk in Wrexham. Smart TV. Isolated location. Pet-friendly. Llangollen 8.7 miles.
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Sleeps 5
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
Woodside is a lovely, detached property resting in the town of Penycae, Wrecsam. Off-road parking. Garden. Near Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB. Hot tub. Wrexham 5.3 miles; Chirk 6.5 miles; Chester 17.5 miles.
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Attractions Near Nuthatch Castle Farm

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Nuthatch Castle Farm itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Shropshire has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Llangollen Boat Trips - LL20 8TA
about 8 Miles
Llangollen Wharf is one of the major attractions in North Wales and is an excellent place to spend the day as a family. The Wharf is situated in the peaceful market town of Llangollen - now part of a World Heritage Site. Horse Drawn Boat Trips are available along the feeder for the main canal and are a unique way to explore the area. Motorised Aqueduct Cruises are also on offer for those who prefer a slightly faster pace. Both trips allow visitors to take in all the magnificent sites of Llangollen Canal.
Pen-Y-Ffrith Bird Garden - LL11 3AB
about 14 Miles
Pen-Y-Ffrith Bird Garden is an 18 acre site, filled with glorious woodland, dramatic gardens, streams, ponds and a 3 acre lake. As the seasons change so do the delights of the park. During springtime the bluebell woods are spectacular while in the summer the bog garden is a favourite attraction with some unusual displays of flora and fauna. In the autumn a walk through the ravine with its flowing waterfalls in not to be missed. There are also several yearly events to enjoy including the Bat walk in September.
Shropshire Wildlife Trust - SY3 5FB
about 18 Miles
This is a fantastic attraction in the Shrewsbury area of Shropshire.  Designed to provide children with a fun and educational experience the whole family can learn about wildlife here and the outdoors.  There are 38 nature reserves in total and visitors are welcomed and encouraged to enjoy the area by taking part in walks, talks and regular events.  Check out their website for the latest events such as Apple Day and Wildlife through the Seasons.
Wepre Country Park - CH5 4HL
about 19 Miles
Wepre Country Park is home to one of the largest play areas in Wales and is perfect for a fun family day out during the summer months. The site has miles of attractive woodland to be explored and cycling and nature trails are very popular ways to see the best of the area. The grounds of the historic estate also have beautiful gardens with stunning floral displays and there is plenty of open space for children to play. An annual events programme ensures that seasonal activities take place regularly including spooky Halloween Walks, Christmas Carol Singing and Ranger led events. There is also a visitor's centre with a small shop.
Powis Castle and Gardens - SY21 8RF
about 21 Miles
This National Trust site is one of the finest in Wales. The stunning castle was once a medieval fortress and has been remodelled several times over the last 400 years. The Great Hall is home to some amazing collections of paintings as well as sculptures and tapestries. The gardens are world famous with stunning areas of French and Italian style as well as a gorgeous orangery. Children's activities can be enjoyed during school holidays and on special occasions such as Halloween and Christmas.
Blue Planet Aquarium - CH65 9LF
about 22 Miles
Fantastic attraction in the Cheshire region suited to family days out as well as school and corporate visits.  The "Jawsome" sharks are a sight to behold and new for 2010 is the Tarantula Tower.  You can save time and money by bookings online and at the moment they are offering a discount of £2.00 per person when you book this way.  Winner of the Visit Chester and Cheshire Best Tourism Experience of the Year - you can be assured of a fun and educational day out.  Look out for special events throughout the year including Boo! Planet Halloween and Otter Month.
Go Ape Cheshire - WA16 6RW
about 23 Miles
Out of all of the Go Ape! courses the one in Cheshire is the most spread out and it takes staff ten minutes to patrol the site on bike - which gives a good indication of the size of this place.  If you're looking for an adventurous and memorable day out then Go Ape is highly recommended.  Trek through the treetops, swing between the trees and enjoy zip wire rides all as part of your experience.  This attraction opens every day from the end of March to end October and is open on weekends in November.  Go Ape Cheshire is closed every Tuesday except school holidays.
Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom - TF6 6DJ
about 25 Miles
Locally renowned for the Sheep Steeple chasing and daily goat races this is a really unique family attraction that the kids will love.  You can really get hands on with the farm animals with the animal handling sessions and you can have a go at teaching the parrots to talk!  The crazy craft cabin will keep even the most creative entertained with pottery and painting amongst other things. When you are in need of a rest head for the The Hungry Shepherd Tea Room where you can enjoy a bite to eat and children can burn even more energy in the indoor play area.
Greenfield Valley Heritage Park - CH8 7GH
about 25 Miles
Greenfield Valley Heritage Park in Flintshire has something for everyone including a museum, gardens, play area, small petting farm and visitors centre. The beautiful areas of woodland around the site are abundant with wildlife and ideal for walking, cycling and nature trails. A family ticket is just £10.50 so this is the ideal outing if you are on a tight budget. Seasonal tickets are also available from just £28.00 for a family of 4 and allow unlimited entry.
St Winefride's Well - CH8 7PN
about 25 Miles
St Winefride's Well in Flintshire is described at one of the 7 wonders of Wales and is shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Legend has it that the well first erupted at the spot where Caradog cut off the nuns head with his sword. The shrine was then erected in her memory in the first decade of the sixteenth century and remains one of the holiest places in Wales. The stunning temple and well attract visitors from all over the world. Water can be drawn from the spring basin within the crypt and is thought to be lucky.
Wonderland - ME10 4PB
about 28 Miles
This award winning theme park in Shropshire has something for everyone.  Children will delight at the amazing array of rides and activities. Described on their own website as a "fairytale adventure" there is a nursery rhyme and fairytale characters theme running throughout the park. One inside the park you can enjoy unlimited free rides and there's an indoor soft play area for the younger ones and for when the weather is not on your side.  Another popular aspect of this attraction is the nature trail.  Check out their website for the latest events and admission costs. This company also owns Jungleland - another great attraction just 4 miles from Wonderland.
The Edge Adventure Activity Centre - SK17 8PW
about 29 Miles
The Edge Adventure Activity Centre is the place to go if you are looking to have a day out with a difference. Ideal for active families with older kids and teenagers, the centre offers a range of thrilling activities including High Rope Courses, Trekking, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Mountain Boarding and Off Road Karting. You can enjoy just one or try a few of the available activities during a day at the centre. The centre also offers fun packed birthday parties and corporate events.