Welcome to Prees

Prees is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated near the Welsh border and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 1,500 people and is known for its friendly community and peaceful way of life. Prees has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was also an important location during the Roman occupation of Britain, with a number of Roman artefacts being discovered in the area.

One of the main attractions in Prees is the St. Chad's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. Another popular attraction in the village is the Prees Heath Common Reserve, which is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. The reserve is home to a variety of rare plants and animals, including the silver-studded blue butterfly and the great crested newt.

Prees is also well-known for its annual agricultural show, which takes place in August. The show attracts visitors from all over the country and features a range of events and activities, including livestock competitions, craft stalls, and live music. Overall, Prees is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or simply want to experience the peaceful way of life in rural England, Prees is definitely worth a visit.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 10°C

Feels Like: 9°C

Wind: 4.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SE

Local Schools

School	Details
Prees Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Nicola Brayford	Cross End Prees Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 2ER 1948840209 School Website
Physis Academy Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Craig Seretny	Heathgates Farm Prees Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 2AJ 1948841070 School Website
Lower Heath Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Reynolds	Lower Heath Prees Lower Heath Ce Primary School Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 2BT 1948840524 School Website
The Mews Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss Tonia Lewis	Wem Lane Wem Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 5RT
Acorn Wood Other Independent Special School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Ms Sarah Morgan Fcct	Watery Lane Coton Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 3LR 7968086169
Tilstock Cofe Primary And Nursery Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rowena Kaminski	Tilstock Lane Tilstock Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 3JL 1948880347 School Website
Whixall Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Nicola Brayford	Brownsbrook Whixall Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 2SB 1948880330 School Website
St Peter's Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Sarah Kynaston	Shrubbery Gardens Wem Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 5BX 1939232292 School Website
The Thomas Adams School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Mark Cooper	Lowe Hill Wem Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 5UB 1939237000 School Website
Sir John Talbots Technology College Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Tim Stonall	Tilstock Road Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 2BY 01948660600 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Prees Station Road, Prees, Shropshire, SY13 2DW 0.73 Miles

Wem Aston Road, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5AZ 3.63 Miles

Whitchurch (Shropshire) Station Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1RL 4.88 Miles

Yorton Station Road, Yorton, Shropshire, SY4 3EP 6.80 Miles

Wrenbury Station Road, Wrenbury, Cheshire, CW5 8EX 8.92 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Acorn Taxis 01948 665540 24 Twemlows Avenue, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 2EX 1.77 Miles
Richards Taxis 01948 665454 Elm Tree Cottage, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 4BX 3.77 Miles
Wem Travel 01939 233673 102 Lowe Hill Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 5UT 3.78 Miles
Silverline Cars 01939 234432 44 Mill Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 5EX 4.15 Miles
S And M Cars Ltd 01948 666957 Beech Avenue, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1UE 4.46 Miles
Tony's Taxis 01948 664305 31 Wayland Rd, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1RN 4.76 Miles
Halls Taxis 01948 662222 11 Meadow View Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1JT 4.92 Miles
Drive Zone Taxis 01948 800405 Tarporley Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1LR 5.46 Miles
Fair Taxis 01948 665454 35 The Gr/Tarporley Rd, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1LU 5.65 Miles
Joe La Taxi 01630 654321 16 Charlesway, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 1DA 7.00 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sy13 Prees Post Office Prees Whitchruch Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Sy13 Church Street Prees Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Prees Wood Lacon Street Prees Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Prees Station Prees Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:15
Sy13 Manor House Lane Higher Heath Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Prees Green Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Mill Lane Higher Heath Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Coton Whitchurch Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Sy13 Upper College Higher Heath Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Heathwood Road Higher Heath Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Coton Hall Coton Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:30 Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Sy13 Sandford Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sy13 Darliston Whitchurch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Quina Brook Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Heath Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Prees Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Whitchurch Road Prees Whitchurch SY13 2DG
Prees 01948 840206	The Grocott Medical Centre Whitchurch Road Prees Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 2DG
Wem And Prees Medical Practice 01939 232424	Wem Medical Practice New Street, Wem Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 5AF
Roden Grove-Wem 01939 233386	The Surgery Roden Grove Wem Shropshire SY4 5HG
Hodnet Medical Practice 01630 685230	18 Drayton Road Hodnet Shropshire TF9 3NF

Local Stores

Wem
Morris Central Shopping Park
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5NY
01939 234900
Store Website
3.79 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Whitchurch
Euro Garages
Wrexham Road
Whitchurch
SY13 1JZ
01948 664 180
Store Website
5.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Elite Kennel Fertility Ltd
Ash Lane Ash Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 4BP 01948 668059 anna@elitekennelfertility.com Website 3.04 miles

Animals Treated
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Medivet Wem Barclay Moore Partnership
Central Carpark Smithfield Park Wem Shropshire SY4 5AA 01939 232291 wem@medivet.co.uk Website 3.77 miles
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Siddle Veterinary Service
Long Barn Chapel Lane Northwood Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 5NP 01948 710959 info@svs-vet.co.uk Website 4.43 miles
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St David'S Poultry Team Ltd
The Malt House Trench Farm Tilly Green Wem Shropshire SY4 5PJ 01392 872932 nfo@stdavids-poultryteam.co.uk Website 4.79 miles


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Medivet Whitchurch Barclay Moore Partnership
Waymills Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 1RT 01948 662754 whitchurch@medivet.co.uk Website 4.80 miles

Animals Treated
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Leonard Brothers Veterinary
Station Road Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 1RE 01948 662424 whitchurch@lbvc.co.uk Website 4.91 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Nantwich/Willaston Circular
Nantwich Lancashire 10.68 miles

Location what3words impressed.parts.sapping

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 10.81 miles

Location what3words toned.saying.riders

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 11.71 miles

Location what3words villa.hush.medium

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 11.73 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.

Location what3words foil.amount.firm

Bickerton Hill
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Maiden Castle, Bickerton Hill, Cheshire. Bickerton Hill Lies To The South Of The Sandstone Ridge At The Southern Tip Of The Peckforton Hills And Covers Approximately 280 Acres. This Walk Will Provide You With Views Across The Dee Valley To The Welsh Hills. SY14 8LN 12.36 miles From The A534 Between Bulkeley And Barnhill, Take The Turn Onto Long Lane And Then Turn Onto Goldford Lane Where A Little Way Down You Will Find The National Trust Bickerton Hill Car Park.

Location what3words striving.building.inspected

Nantwich Marina
Of Chester Road In Nantwich, Straight Into The Marina Car Park, Where You Are Created By Friendly Walkers With They Dogs... The Smell Of Bacon From The Cafe Draws You In But The Sense Of Adventure When You Go On Walks Puts Your Off, Head Towards The Canal Over The Bridge And You Are Greeted By Neat Painted Barges With Tenants Rustling Up There Full English Breakfast, You Are Greeted By A Wooden War Horse Which You Can Have Pictures On, When All This Is Done You Can Enjoy The Walk Down The Canal. Chester Rd Nantwich Lancashire CW5 8LB 13.08 miles

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Weather Forecast

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