Location, Location, Location - Telford
Telford is situated in the heart of one of Britain’s most picturesque and often overlooked counties, Shropshire. House hunters and visitors will find there is no shortage of activities to keep them entertained and occupied in this beautiful town.
The area is home to the Ironbridge Gorge, the deep gorge that contains The River Severn. The bridge above the river is the world’s first Iron Bridge, which draws crowds all year round.
Located along the valley of the river is a selection of award-winning family friendly museums such as Blists Hill Victorian Town, where guests are transported back in time to find out about the Victorian era. Science and technology fans will enjoy going to Enginuity for its interactive exhibits and hands-on activities.
Telford Town Park with its rolling open spaces is the perfect escape for those who enjoy the outdoors. It offers fishing, nature and heritage trails, a cycle centre to rent bikes and the ideal spot for a summer picnic. Dog owners will be keen to know that it is a canine friendly park too.
Located in the park is Telford Wonderland, where youngsters are given the chance to meet their favourite fairytale characters. Nursery rhymes and enchanting stories are brought to life with the help of Snow White and Captain Hook, plus many more. Children can also explore the Wonderland Maze, enjoy crazy golf on The Jolly Roger and discover the Dinosaur Valley.
Positioned on the outskirts of Telford, Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family-run zoo spread across 32 acres of greenery in the Shropshire countryside. Visitors will find a whole host of animals at the zoo, ranging from Meerkats and Ostriches’ to Ponies.
Shopping enthusiasts will be pleased to hear that Telford Shopping Centre presents a fantastic selection of the latest retail offerings and eateries, for those who fancy a bite to eat after a hard day of shopping.
There are a number of Ofsted rated ‘outstanding’ schools, including Lilleshal Primary School and The Bridge School. The Telford School is also a great secondary education provider that teaches children from the ages of 11 – 18.
Since its launch, our stunning Sutherlands development in Telford has attracted many homeowners, due to its appealing tree-lined neighbourhood and energy efficient three and four-bedroom homes. It is close to the peaceful and rural Shropshire Union Canal and also offers easy access to the town centre and the M54, making neighbouring cities such as Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton and Birmingham easily reachable.
Whatever your plans are, there’s always something to do in this charming town.