Shropshire

Close to Ludlow and brilliant for walkers – Neenton is close to Brown Clee Hill – this restored dining pub has 3 spanking new bedrooms

Award-winning Aga-cooked breakfasts, scented candles, gorgeous beds... Come for a break from clock-watching and a spot of Shropshire air

Lovely small hotel in quirky market town surrounded by miles of stunning country - pretty rooms, tasty food and fine ales wait

Utterly peaceful barn conversion in the Shropshire Hills, with bright, modern interiors and exquisite views out onto a private lake

Come for glorious walking countryside and warm fuss-free Sally, who gives you freshly baked scones when you arrive and beautiful bedrooms

Buy the best from artisan producers, then bring back your spoils to this dapper bolthole for 2 - in the Slow Food heart of England

Charmingly rambling, inside and out: blazing log fires, riotous patterns, oak panelling, prolific garden, and big, comfortable, antique beds

2 lakes, streams, landscaped gardens, woodlands and waterfalls... writers will take root, idlers will dawdle in style.

Tea in the summerhouse, breakfast by the fire, fresh flowers all around this warm family home. Step out to historic Shrewsbury high street

A stunning old converted granary down a mile long track on an organic farm. Walk, cycle, wild swim, play tennis or simply revel in the peace

A special place indeed, particularly for honeymooners or lovers, steeped in history and romance with delightful gardens to wander at will

A cosy colourful kitchen, a warm wood-burner and a sky-lit bedroom with gorgeous views - stock up with provisions in foodie Ludlow!

Sweet, peaceful cottage within popping distance to all of Ludlow’s historical and culinary delights

In peaceful hills on the border with Wales, a welcoming country-house hotel with lovely rooms and scrumptious food

Another bright, beamed and history-filled place to stay on the Upton Cressett estate with walks from the door and much comfort within

Feather pillows, welcome goodies, an extensive batterie de cuisine... the hosts are super generous, the views are to die for

In peaceful Bishop’s Castle, a red-brick cottage with sweeping views from the garden and beautiful walking nearby. Dog-friendly too

Homely furnishings and 17th-century charm at this estate on the Severn, whose owners are mad about horses and give you fine home produce