Welcome to Cross Houses

Cross Houses is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. The village is situated on the A458 road, which connects the towns of Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth. Cross Houses is a peaceful and picturesque village that is surrounded by beautiful countryside and rolling hills. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Cross Houses Hall, which dates back to the 17th century.

One of the main attractions in Cross Houses is the village pub, The Crown Inn. The pub is a traditional English pub that serves a range of local ales and delicious pub food. The Crown Inn is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, and is a great place to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring the surrounding countryside. The pub also has a large beer garden, which is perfect for enjoying a drink in the sunshine.

Cross Houses is also home to a number of walking and cycling trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is located close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The area is home to a number of walking trails, including the famous Long Mynd, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Whether you are a keen walker or cyclist, or simply looking for a peaceful and relaxing break, Cross Houses is the perfect destination.

Local Schools

School	Details
Mereside Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Holmes	Mereside Springfield Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6LE 1743356283 School Website
Condover Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kerrie Lewis	Condover Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7AA 1743872108 School Website
St Lucias C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Catherine Coleman	Upton Magna Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 4TZ 01743709652 School Website
Prestfelde School Other Independent School Ages:3-13 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Robinson	London Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6NZ 1743245400 School Website
Concord College Other Independent School Ages:12-20 Head Teacher Dr Michael Truss	Acton Burnell Hall Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7PF 1694731631 School Website
St Giles C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Caroline Gardner	Portland Crescent Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5NJ 01743356579 School Website
Belvidere School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Paul Farr (Head Of School) Peter Johnstone (Exec Head)	Crowmere Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5LA 1743235073 School Website
Belvidere Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Davis	Tenbury Drive Telford Estate Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5YB 01743365211 School Website
Crowmoor Primary School And Nursery Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr A J Parkhurst	Crowmere Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5JJ 01743235549 School Website
Meole Brace Church Of England Primary And Nursery Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Henry Bray	Church Road Meole Brace Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 9HG 01743351027 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Shrewsbury Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ 4.49 Miles

Wellington Station Road, Wellington, Shropshire, TF1 1BY 7.29 Miles

Oakengates Station Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6DH 9.84 Miles

Telford Central Euston Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4LZ 10.10 Miles

Church Stretton Station Approach, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6PG 10.17 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Interspeed Cars 01743 761549 Cound Arbour Bungalow, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 6AW 1.48 Miles
Griffiths Executive Travel 01743 344956 16 Sedgeford Dr, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5NS 3.48 Miles
Uppington Travel 01952 740462 15 New Cottages, Telford, Shropshire, TF6 5HH 3.61 Miles
Tonys Taxis And Courior Services 07773 949821 4 Shomere Crescent, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 9PF 3.74 Miles
Abbey Cabs 01743 246100 Clifford Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5EU 3.89 Miles
Shrewsbury Taxi Service 01743 244477 3, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5HA 3.94 Miles
Hr Private Hire And Courier Services 07976 612181 31 Dale Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5TE 4.40 Miles
A 2 B Travel 01743 468888 Lodge 1, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4SD 4.44 Miles
Windsor Taxis 01743 233456 8 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2AE 4.48 Miles
Vincents Taxis 01743 367777 8 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2AE 4.48 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Green Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cross Houses Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Berrington Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eaton Mascott Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Atcham Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chilton Grove Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cound Arbour Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wroxeter Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cound Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cantlop Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Emstrey Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal Oak Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Berwick Wharf Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Betton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Atcham Industrial Estate Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Mental Health And Wellbeing Services 01743 464971	Oak House, Sitkar Drive Shrewsbury Business Park Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6LG
Marden Medical Practice 01743 241313	Marden Medical Practice 25 Sutton Road,Marden Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6DL
Belvidere Medical Pract. 01743 363640	Belvidere Medical Pract. 23 Belvidere Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5LS
Marysville Medical Pract 01743 276000	Marysville Med Practice Brook Street Belle Vue, Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 7QR
Beeches Medical Practice 01743 874565	1 Beeches Road Bayston Hill Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 0PF

Local Stores

Shrewsbury - Wenlock Road
Wenlock Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
01743 231285
Store Website
2.59 miles

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SPAR Bayston Hill
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Lansdowne Road
Bayston Hill
Shrewsbury
SY3 0HX
01743 872788
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Sutton Farm
Maxfield Road Off Oteley Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6QZ 01743 352274 sutton.farm@medivet.co.uk Website 3.01 miles
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The Market Town Vet - Shrewsbury
Unit 10 Sutton Farm Shopping Centre Tilstock Crescent Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6HW 3.04 miles

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Shrewsbury Meole Brace Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 13, Brace Retail Park Hereford Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 9NB 01743 264 040 shrewsburymeolebrace@vets4pets.com Website 3.55 miles
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Poultry Health Services
Quarry Veterinary Practice 57 Lythwood Road Bayston Hill Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 0NA 01829 740639 barton@poultryhealthservices.com Website 3.79 miles

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Quarry Veterinary Group
57 Lythwood Road Bayston Hill Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 0NA 01743 873651 quarryvets@lineone.net 3.79 miles

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Quarry Veterinary Group
Brassey Road Off Old Potts Way Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 7FA 01743 362 556 quarryvets@lineone.net Website 3.82 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Haughmond Hill
Lovely Walk And Very Dog Friendly. (Always Lots Of Dogs About) There Are Different Routes To Take And A Lovely Cafe That Sells Bags Of Doggie Sausage. Car Park Charges Do Apply. I Highly Recommend Haughmond Hill. Haughmond Hill Car Park Lancashire 4.51 miles Look For Cafe Sign On The Turning In To The Lane. Go Past The Quarry On The Right And You Will See The Car Park.

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Haughmond Hill Shropshire
4 Great Walks, The Furthest Is 1 Hour 15 Mins And I Think The Shortest Was 20 Mins. We Could Let The Dog Off All The Way Round. Marked Route All The Way And Amazing Views. Car Park Charges But Not To Bad And An Amazing Cafe With Lovely Food And Lots Of Picnic Benches Also You Can Buy Frozen Yoghurt And Other Treats For Your Dog. Shrewsbury Lancashire 4.52 miles

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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin. The Wrekin Lancashire 5.39 miles

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Battlefield
Two Dog Walking Routes, Long And Short. Leading Too Mary Magdalene Church. Free Parking. Scenic, Peaceful. If You Go Through The Church Yard It Leads To Battlefield Farm Shop, Falconry And Cafe. The Cafe Also Serves Outdoor, So Dog Friendly. Shrewsbury Lancashire 6.19 miles

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Ironbridge
Ironbridge Is A Town On The River Severn At The Heart Of The Ironbridge Gorge, Near Telford, Shropshire. Site Of The World’S First Iron Bridge, Erected Over The River Severn In 1779. We Detail A Short, 1.3 Mile, Walk Here, Which Encompasses The Town Of Ironbridge And Crosses Over The Iron Bridge Itself. This Will Give You Chance To Explore The Town And River Area A Little, As Part Of The Walk. TF8 7JP 8.54 miles From The M54 Telford, Head South On The A442 Toward Ironbridge. Pass Through Madeley And When On The B4373 Follow This To A Roundabout At Ironbridge, Go Around This To Take An Effective Left Turn. Pass By Bedlam Furnaces, Then Take Right Over The Bridge, Right Again Then The First Right, Just Off The Sharp Bend In The Road. The Car Park Is Located On The Right, Next To The River Severn.

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Long Mynd
This 9.6 Mile Walk Is An Easy Route Following The Crest Of The Long Mynd With No Hard Climbs. There Are Plenty Of Opportunities To Deviate Off To Create Shorter, Longer Of More Challenging Walks. 10.65 miles Park In The Shooting Box Car Park, Cross The Road And Follow The Jack Mytton Way (Named After A 19Th Century Mp Who Quit After 2 Hours In The House Of Commons) South To Pole Bank And Keep Going.

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