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is one of the country's most picturesque market towns, situated within the loop of the River Severn. Its outstanding location, ancient bridges and medieval architecture combine with excellent shopping facilities to create the ideal tourist attraction and centre for sightseeing.
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centred in the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution is acclaimed as one of the classical historical and archaeological centres of the world. The multi-site museum includes the Blists Hill Living Museum - well worth a visit for a taste of old Victorian England.
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An enchanting narrow gauge train which gently travels across delightful scenery from Welshpool to Llanfair throughout the summer season. A favourite with families and train buffs alike.
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Acton Scott is one of Britain's leading working farm museums and specialises in practical demonstrations of historic farming using traditional skills and period horse-drawn machines.
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This area has some splendid examples. Powis Castle, just over the Welsh Border has outstanding gardens. Ludlow Castle stands high on the banks of the River Teme and plays host to dramatic performances of Shakespeare plays at the town's celebrated annual festival.
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This world famous event is held in Shrewsbury's riverside park every August and provides horticultural delights and entertainment complete with breathtaking firework displays.
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A unique benefit for all those staying at the Oxon Hall Touring Park is the excellent adjacent Park & Ride service - a cheap and convenient way of visiting the town centre. Buses run every 10-15 minutes (exception Sundays) and it couldn't be easier since the Park & Ride is accessed by a pedestrian wicket gate from the Touring Park entrance driveway.

The Museum's aim is to preserve an important part of Britain's national aviation heritage and to display it for future generations. At Cosford we have collections of artefacts unique in the world.
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