Welcome to Longnor

Longnor is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated in the heart of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which makes it a popular destination for tourists who are looking for a peaceful and scenic retreat. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque countryside, which makes it an ideal location for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities.

One of the most notable landmarks in Longnor is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a fine example of Norman architecture and features a beautiful stained glass window that depicts the life of St. Mary. The church is open to visitors throughout the year and is a popular destination for those who are interested in history and architecture.

Longnor is also home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, which serve a variety of local and international cuisine. The village is known for its warm and friendly atmosphere, and visitors are always made to feel welcome. Whether you are looking for a quiet drink or a hearty meal, Longnor has something to offer everyone. Overall, Longnor is a charming and picturesque village that is well worth a visit for anyone who is looking for a peaceful and relaxing break in the heart of the English countryside.

Local Schools

School	Details
Longnor C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs L Edgerton	Frodesley Road Longnor Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7PP 01743718493 School Website
St Edward's Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kerrie Lewis	Church Road Dorrington Shrewsbury SY5 7JL 1743718462 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
Condover Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kerrie Lewis	Condover Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7AA 1743872108 School Website
St Lawrence C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Alan Brannen	Shrewsbury Road Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 6EX 01694722682 School Website
Church Stretton School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr John Parr	Shrewsbury Road Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 6EX 01694722209 School Website
Longden C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Sally Johnson	Plealey Road Longden Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 8EX 01743860480 School Website
Church Preen Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Sue Phillips (Hos) Ms Marilyn Hunt (Eht) Marilyn.Hunt@Taw.Org.Uk	Church Preen Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 7LH 01694771359 School Website
Oakmeadow Church Of England Primary And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Hill	Longmeadow Site Bayston Hill Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 0NU 1743875020 School Website
Rushbury C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Steve Morris	Rushbury Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 7EB 01694771233 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Church Stretton Station Approach, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6PG 4.84 Miles

Shrewsbury Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ 7.67 Miles

Craven Arms Station Crescent, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9RR 11.42 Miles

Wellington Station Road, Wellington, Shropshire, TF1 1BY 12.23 Miles

Broome Broome Road, Broome, Shropshire, SY7 0NT 13.34 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Longmynd Limo And Private Hire 01694 722472 45 Swains Meadow, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6HT 5.08 Miles
Interspeed Cars 01743 761549 Cound Arbour Bungalow, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 6AW 5.15 Miles
Tonys Taxis And Courior Services 07773 949821 4 Shomere Crescent, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 9PF 5.83 Miles
Able Taxi Sevices 01694 724770 Gernant, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6PN 6.27 Miles
Abbey Cabs 01743 246100 Clifford Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5EU 7.38 Miles
Shrewsbury Taxi Service 01743 244477 3, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5HA 7.44 Miles
Griffiths Executive Travel 01743 344956 16 Sedgeford Dr, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5NS 7.51 Miles
Broadstone Cars Ltd 01584 841505 Broadstone, Much Wenlock, Shropshire, TF13 6LE 7.55 Miles
Access Cars Ltd 01743 545454 Unit A, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8LN 7.57 Miles
Windsor Taxis 01743 233456 8 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2AE 7.58 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Longnor Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Padmore Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leebotwood Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Dorrington Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Frodesley Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Little Ryton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Woolstaston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dorrington Surgery 01743 718486	The Maitlands Church Road Dorrington Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7LD
Church Stretton Medical Centre 01694 722127	The Medical Centre Easthope Road Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 6BL
Beeches Medical Practice 01743 874565	1 Beeches Road Bayston Hill Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 0PF
Pontesbury & Worthen Medical Practice 01743 790325	Pontesbury Medical Prac Hall Bank, Pontesbury Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 0RF
Mental Health And Wellbeing Services 01743 464971	Oak House, Sitkar Drive Shrewsbury Business Park Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6LG

Local Stores

Church Stretton
Lion Meadow
Church Stretton
Shropshire
SY6 6BX
01694 723690
Store Website
4.85 miles

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SPAR Bayston Hill
15
Lansdowne Road
Bayston Hill
Shrewsbury
SY3 0HX
01743 872788
Store Website
5.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Stretton Hills Veterinary Practice Ltd
Dudgeley Farm Lower Wood All Stretton Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 6LE 01694 751748 info@theequinevet.co.uk Website 2.73 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 5.09 miles

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Quarry Veterinary Group
57 Lythwood Road Bayston Hill Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 0NA 01743 873651 quarryvets@lineone.net 5.09 miles

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Medivet Sutton Farm
Maxfield Road Off Oteley Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 6QZ 01743 352274 sutton.farm@medivet.co.uk Website 6.02 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 6.10 miles
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The Animal Health Centre
105 Longden Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 9DZ 01743 369 999 contact@animalhealthvets.co.uk Website 6.10 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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. 5.33 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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Stiper Stones Circle
This A Circular 5 Mile Walk Up To The Nipstone Rock, Along The Brow Of The Hill, Past The Stiper Stones And Then Back Down To The Ca Park. There A Number Of Opportunities To Make The Route Longer Or Shorter To Suit Your Needs. Unnamed Road Lancashire 8.33 miles Park At The Bog Car Park, Just Past The Visitor Centre (Grid Ref: So 357 977).

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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 9.44 miles

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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 9.46 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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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin. The Wrekin Lancashire 9.86 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 10.13 miles

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