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Ten Things to do on a Rainy Day in Shropshire
As much as we would like to be able to guarantee beautiful sunshine when visiting our parks, unfortunately the British weather sometimes has other ideas!
But do not fear, as we have put together ten of our top recommendations for things to do on a rainy day in Shropshire so you can make the most of your holiday whatever the weather.
If you fancy relaxing in a cosy country pub, shopping in a variety of independent stores selling a fantastic range of items, or checking out the places listed below, there are plenty of rainy day activities in Shropshire waiting to be discovered.
Shrewsbury
This historic market town in the heart of Shropshire is a wonderful place to explore. From shopping to eateries, museums to prisons, read on to find out where your Shrewsbury stay might take you.
Simply hop on the adjacent park and ride to our Oxon Hall Touring Park, and head right into the centre of the town to discover a variety of things to do in Shrewsbury, whether rain or shine!
Shrewsbury Prison
For a day out with a difference, Shrewsbury Prison is a great option. Take a guided tour of the prison and explore the Victorian wings of the prison whilst discovering 200 years of history for prisoners and the wardens.
If you fancy getting even closer to the history of the prison, why not try a ghost tour or take part in their Night Behind Bars events? With escape rooms, prison breaks, archery and more, you will find plenty of activities to fill a rainy day. You can book your tickets over on their website.
Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery
Always a classic option for a rainy day activity (with good reason), you will find plenty to see at Shropshire’s flagship museum and art gallery.
Located in the town square, discover a wide variety of exhibitions, from archaeology and fossils to decorative art and industrial history.
From Roman treasures to eighteenth-century paintings, immerse yourself in the history of this fascinating county.
Shrewsbury Market Hall
Voted Britain’s Favourite Market for 2024, 2023 and 2018, Shrewsbury Market Hall is brimming with tasty treats and tantalising treasures.
Simply head to the iconic clocktower in the centre of the town, and beneath it you will find the market.
With cuisine from around the globe, tickle your tastebuds with delicious options such as a Chinese teahouse, Thai street food and Spanish tapas to name just a few.
There is also an array of independent traders in the market to browse a bargain, from butchers to spices and handmade crafts to pre-loved books and records.
Theatre Severn
Opened in 2009 and located on Frankwell Quay in Shrewsbury, Theatre Severn is a fantastic place to see shows, plays, music and more.
Whether you fancy laughing along with comedians you recognise off the telly, or prefer a feel-good musical, there is something for all the family.
Situated a stone’s throw away from eateries along Victoria Quay, the Theatre is a fantastic way to spend an evening.
Ludlow
With our Ludlow Touring Park only 2 miles away from the centre of Ludlow, this market town is famous for it’s food, from artisan shops to independent cafes and tea rooms.
Explore streets lined with 500 listed buildings, and discover these hidden undercover gems when the weather isn’t on your side.
Ludlow Brewing Company
Located in a central position near Ludlow train station, you will find Ludlow Brewing Company in a restored Victorian railway shed.
Relax in their taproom and sample some of their tasty ales whilst listening to the frequent live music that they have for visitors to enjoy.
You can also opt for a brewery tour to learn about the brewing process and see the beers fermenting, before sampling each of their award-winning beers to determine which is your favourite!
Ludlow Farmshop
No trip to Ludlow is complete without sampling some of the local food that the town is famous for, and there is no better place to do this than Ludlow Farmshop.
Set within Oakly Park Estate, the Farmshop is surrounded by working farmland that supplies food and ingredients to the shop, as well as it’s cafe and restaurant.
From jams and pickles to cake and meat, you will find plenty of tasty options to try.
St Laurence’s Church
An iconic building in the Ludlow landscape, St Laurence’s Church is nicknamed the “Cathedral of the Marches” and has a tower that stands at 135 feet tall.
Built in the Norman period, the church is an active place of worship to this day. Visitors can marvel at the church’s beautiful medieval stained glass windows throughout the building, as well as other carefully crafted historic architecture and features such as the Chancel misericords.
Be sure to check out the Great East Window which tells the story of St Laurence, and is the largest stained glass window devoted to a single saint in an English parish church.
Bridgnorth and Beyond
From planes and trains to the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, our Stanmore Hall Touring Park is in a perfect position to explore the local area.
Less than three miles from Bridgnorth, and under half an hour’s drive from Ironbridge, there are plenty of rainy day activities in the surrounding area.
Severn Valley Railway
Hop aboard a steam train at the Bridgnorth station and take a tour along a 16-mile route that travels through to Kidderminster.
Pay a visit to the Engine House visitor centre, located at Highley Station, where you can take a tour of the fleet of locomotives that the Severn Valley Railway has.
From King George VI’s royal carriage to a travelling post office, discover the rich and fascinating stories that these trains have to tell.
RAF Cosford
The Royal Air Force Museum tells the story of the Royal Air Force through the ages, where you can explore their vast collection of planes, tanks, cars and more.
Learn the history of each one and discover the story it has to tell in shaping the world we know today, from the world’s oldest Spitfire to Cold War nuclear bombers.
Ironbridge Gorge Museums
Discover the history behind the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution at the various museums that make up the Ironbridge Valley of Invention.
For a rainy day, be inspired at the Jackfield Tile Museum, home to beautiful tiles including those designed by Salvador Dali and William Morris, discover the importance of iron in the world we know today through exhibits and castings in the Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron, or step back in time and visit the former homes of the Ironmasters to see how they used to live.
We hope this has given you inspiration for things to do on a rainy day in Shropshire, so whatever the weather you can relax and enjoy your holiday at our touring parks.
