Mynd View Pods

Owing to its location close to the border between England and Wales, this part of the world is home to a number of stunning historic castles. Ludlow (25 minutes' drive) has one of the best-preserved medieval ruins around, with great views over the surrounding Shropshire countryside, while ruins like Clun Castle (20 minutes) and Hopton Castle (also 20 minutes) both make great picnic spots. For further family-friendly days out, you could head to Ironbridge (45 minutes), home to historic industrial architecture, museums and other various riverside delights. For a living history experience, head to Blists Hill Victorian Town (45 minutes), where friendly folk from all walks of life will greet you 'in character' and in full Victorian garb. There are too many great walks, bike trails and bridleways to list them all here, but anyone up to doing eight or nine miles should try and squeeze in the circular walk around the Long Mynd and Carding Mill Valley (about 10 minutes): it takes in a waterfall, peaceful meadows and far-reaching views into West Wales.