Shropshire Hill Discovery Centre
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Discover the Shropshire Hills with Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre tickets
Soak up your scenic surroundings on a day out in the Shropshire Hills, where you'll get to experience the history, landscape and food of the local area.
Shropshire: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
- Under 5's go FREE!
- Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
- Duration: Spend as long or as little as you like onsite
- Location: School Road, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9RS
- Tickets Include: Access to the Shropshire Hills Through Time exhibition, 30 acres of riverside meadows, café and gift shop
What's On at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre?
Get ready to explore Shropshire's breathtaking landscape on an immersive journey through the captivating Discovery Centre, where you'll see the remarkable region come to life in front of your eyes.
- Exhibition: Discover the lives of the people, places and products within Shropshire's landscape in the Shropshire Through Time exhibition! Meet the Condover Mammoth and explore the Silurian and Ice Age, watch an awe-inspiring film, enjoy interactive games and hands-on activities and gain insight into the history and heritage of the area.
- Life-Sized Mammoth: Get up-close to the Condover Mammoth, a striking model of the prehistoric giant!
- Iron Age Roundhouse: Step back in time and discover how ancient communities lived
- Drone Footage & Local Tales: Immerse yourself in breathtaking aerial views and stories from the region
- Interactive Displays: Learn about mammoth diets, Shropshire’s rich history, and the evolution of the landscape
What else is on in Shropshire Hills?
Alongside the Discovery Centre, you can look forward to exploring the rest of Shropshire Hills!
- Viewing Platform: Visit an all-accessible platform that'll provide unparalleled views of the popular visitor spot, Kingfisher Corner! Enjoy a picnic or take a stroll next to the slow meander of the River Onny.
- Meadows: Explore over 30 acres of wildlife habitat! With a 700m circuit, you'll uncover a mix of wildflowers, orchards, ponds, rivers and woodlands filled with a wealth of wildlife, and you can see The Onny Meadows, home to the Craven Arms Community Gardens.
- Cafe: Providing the best of Shropshire Hills food, relax, refresh and refuel yourself with a variety of breakfasts, coffees, lunches, afternoon teas, cakes, snacks and ice creams.
- Gift Shop: Discover a diverse selection of gifts, cards, books, homeware and food, alongside a range of locally-crafted artisan giftware and jewellery - most of which has been made in Shropshire!
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Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
School Road,
Craven Arms,
Shropshire,
SY7 9RS
Craven Arms,
Shropshire,
SY7 9RS
How to find us
Address: Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, School Road, Craven Arms SY7 9RS
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- Train: The nearest railway station is Craven Arms Railway Station, just a short walk away.
- Bus: Several bus routes serve the area, including Transport for Wales, X48, 435, and 745A.
- Car: The centre is accessible via major roads like the A49, which connects to other parts of Shropshire
- Wheelchair accessible
- Food and drink
- Paid parking
Yes, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre is wheelchair accessible!
- Step-free access throughout the building, including the exhibition, café, shop, and meeting rooms.
- Designated disabled parking spaces close to the entrance.
- Accessible paths leading to Onny Meadows, with some hard-standing paths for easier navigation.
- A free mobility scooter available for use (subject to availability).
- Accessible toilets with fixed handrails and a raised toilet seat.
Yes! The Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre has a café serving a variety of delicious food and drinks.
- Food: Enjoy breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas, cakes, and snacks—all made from scratch using local seasonal produce. Specialties include fidget pies, whinberry tarts, and wild garlic pesto.
- Drinks: A selection of hot and cold beverages, including coffees, teas, and soft drinks.