Address
Butcher RowShrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 1UQ
Tel: +44 (0)1743 499955
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The hotel provides guests with 3 star accommodation and facilities in the heart of historic Shrewsbury. The hotel is housed inside a historic building dating back to the 12th century, there are still period features evident in the hotel adding to the considerable charm and character of the hotel. The hotel provides guests with comfortable well appointed rooms, modern facilities including bar, restaurant and fitness suite. The hotel is conveniently close to Shrewsbury’s attractions. The hotel facilities make it suitable for business and leisure guests.
The hotel is conveniently located for exploring a number of local attractions including attractions in Telford including the Telford Steam Railway and South Telford Heritage Trail. The hotel is well located for attractions in Shrewsbury including Shrewsbury Castle, Shrewsbury Abbey and Shrewsbury Cathedral.
The hotel is well located for attractions in Shropshire including the Shropshire Hills (AONB) and Wroxeter Roman City and the Ironbridge Gorge world heritage site. The location in Shropshire makes the hotel a good base from which to explore both the West Midlands region and neighbouring including Cheshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire.
Local transport links in the area include Shrewsbury train station located 0.4 miles from the hotel. There are services to Birmingham New Street station and other local and regional areas including Chester, Manchester, Telford and Birmingham International for Birmingham Airport, . The hotel is close by to major roads including the A49 and M54 providing good road connections.
Visitors can expect a friendly welcome with good levels of service at the hotel. The hotel is located in Shrewsbury town centre with local amenities, visitor attractions, bars, restaurants and entertainment facilities located within easy reach.
Facilities
There are a total of 70 en-suite guest bedrooms at the hotel. The guest rooms are well appointed offering comfortable 3 star accommodation. Guests can choose from single, double, twin rooms with a choice of standard and petit rooms. There are suites available providing more space and luxury. There are rooms with disabled access available.
Room facilities include air conditioning, television, telephone, alarm/wake up call, hairdryer, ironing facilities, desk, tea and coffee making facilities. Room service is available
All areas of the hotel are non smoking in accordance with hotel policy.
Chargeable Wi-Fi internet access is available at the hotel. There are free on-site car parking facilities for hotel guests available.
The hotel includes facilities for hosting business meetings, events and conferences with banqueting facilities available for up to 120 delegates. The hotel is a wedding venue with individual packages available with banqueting services for up to 120 guests.
The hotel includes a fitness suite with weights, sauna, steam shower and Jacuzzi. The beauty salon includes a range of beauty and pampering treatments.
Dining
Guests can enjoy a hot full English breakfast or a Continental breakfast each morning with a choice of breads, cereals, yogurts, fruits, juices and hot and cold drinks.
The Royalist Restaurant serves a range of dishes including starters, meat and fish mains, vegetables and desserts. The restaurant serves British cuisine using quality, fresh, local ingredients to create a range of interesting dishes. The restaurant has an a la carte menu for diners to choose from and includes and impressive wine list for the perfect accompaniment to their meals.
The La Trattoria is the hotels Italian restaurant serving a choice of dishes including starters, sides, meat and fish main and a choice of desserts. During the summer months there is the opportunity for diners to enjoy dining al fresco weather permitting.
The Chambers brassiere is an informal restaurant serving a range of British and modern European cuisine with a range of salads, sandwiches, pastas, meat and fish mains and desserts. The restaurant is oak panelled and includes a number of original artefacts. Diners can choose from a number of draught beers and the impressive wine list.
Local Attractions
The county of Shropshire is located in the West Midlands and is well known for its quiet rural landscape. Shropshire is less well known as a tourist destination however the county has plenty to offer visitors. The quiet nature of the county ensures visitors can see the attractions away from the crowds and enjoy some of the finest countryside scenery in the UK. Shropshire is a scenic county with plenty of English countryside for visitors to explore making it ideal for walkers and cyclists.
Shrewsbury is the county town of Shropshire that is located towards the centre of the county. Shrewsbury is known for its large number of historic listed buildings, the historic market town includes a number of historic buildings dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries. The town centre includes many narrow streets dating back to their medieval origins
The Quarry is a park located in close to Shrewsbury town centre, the park includes the Dingle, a landscaped garden featuring flower beds, statue and memorial benches. The park offers a relaxing green space where visitors can enjoy a walk in tranquil surroundings.
Shrewsbury Castle dates back to the 11th century, the imposing castle is built with red sandstone and is located on a hill. Inside the castle, visitors can see a number of displays that showcase the history of the castle over the centuries and important events.
Shrewsbury Abbey is a historic church that dates back to the 11th century. Located to the east of Shrewsbury town centre, the abbey is currently an active place of worship and holds a number of events throughout the year. The abbey is of both historical and cultural significance and visitors can see the impressive architectural features including the large pillars at the nave. There is currently no charge to visit the abbey.
Telford is a new town located 15 miles from Shrewsbury in Shropshire. Telford is the largest town in Shropshire having been built back in the 1960s and 1970s as a new town. Telford town centre includes the Telford Shopping Centre with 160 outlets including well known high street brands. The Telford Town Park includes 170 hectares of grassland, woodland, lakes and ponds. The park provides a tranquil green space in which to enjoy a walk and see wildlife and flora.
Ironbridge Gorge is located on the River Severn approx 5 miles from Telford. It is regarded as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, and has the distinction of being a world heritage site. Visitors can see a number of interesting exhibitions showcasing the industrial heritage of an area that was once fully engaged in mining, iron making, engineering and china manufacture. There are ten museums on the site that give visitors a fascinating insight and a real experience of what it would have been like during the industrial revolution.
Shropshire Hills Outstanding Area of Natural Beauty (AONB) is located mainly in the south of Shropshire. The hills cover over 300 square miles of land, approx one quarter of the county of Shropshire. The area is noted for its landscape including hills, woods, river valleys and farmland. The landscape is important from a geological and wildlife perspective and presents visitors with a stunning natural environment, varied landscapes with the opportunity to get away from it all.
The hills are regarded as among the finest landscapes in the UK, attracting many visitors drawn to the peace, tranquilly and landscape with a choice of activities possible including walking, cycling, and horse-riding, there are also a number of events that take place here. Visitors can explore a number of historic market towns in the region each with their own character along with farmers markets, museums, galleries and small independent shops.
Attingham Park is located 6 miles from Shrewsbury. The 18th century mansion features a mansion, deer park and gardens. Inside the house highlights include the dining room that is set for an evening banquet. The house includes ornate decorations and impressive furnishings along with collections that have been built up over the years. The walled garden provides an ideal place for visitors to enjoy a leisurely stroll. The mansion is set in scenic parkland providing a perfect opportunity for visitors to enjoy several walks in the park in a tranquil countryside setting that includes a range of trees and woodland.
Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum Cosford is located in the Shropshire village of Cosford, 8 miles from Telford. The museum contains one of the largest aviations collections in the UK with approx 70 aircraft on display. Visitors can see a range of exhibitions showcasing the cold war, war planes, missiles training and research and development. There are a number of interactive kiosks and hotspots that give visitors further insight and information.
Wroxeter Roman City is located 6 miles from Shrewsbury and is the forth largest Roman city in the UK. Visitors can take a tour of the historic ruins of the city, highlights include the municipal baths that date back to the 2nd century whilst a modern highlight is the new Roman Town House that gives visitors a great insight into Roman life. Visitors can visit the site museum and use the audio tour to learn more about the fascinating history of the city.
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Transport Links
Closest Train Stations:
Shrewsbury: 0.4 Miles
Yorton: 8.0 Miles
Wellington (Shropshire): 11.3 Miles
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The closest airport is Birmingham Airport located 54 miles away by road via the A5, M54, M6 and A45. Liverpool Airport is located 63 miles away via the A49, A41, M53, M56 and A561.
Birmingham Airport: 54 Miles
Liverpool Airport: 63 Miles
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