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Bank House

Bishops Castle, Shropshire
Bed & Breakfast
+44 (0)7712 010525
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From
£120 - £140
per night

Fuss-free, flexible stays at this early Georgian townhouse with delicious breakfasts, a sweet garden and much to discover on your doorstep

5 rooms

Rooms sleep 2

Children welcome

Babies welcome

The Experience

You can book one room, or the whole house for B&B, or self-cater – Gerry is friendly, easy-going and happy to fit around what you want. Homemade cake or a cream tea will welcome you in and breakfasts include home produced apple juice, home baked sourdough (perfected during lockdown) homemade marmalade and jams, sausages, bacon and eggs from local suppliers. There’s plenty of space to sprawl on squishy sofas by the wood-burner in the sitting room while you plan a walk or cycle through the glorious Shropshire Hills.

Bedrooms upstairs are all a good size with sash windows, wonky floorboards and well-worn Oriental rugs, good artwork and comfortable Hypnos beds – its all very homely and cosy. Views are over the gardens or onto the high street. On sunny days you can sit on the deck overlooking the garden and there’s a lawn for children to run about on.

Take a town or brewery tour and explore the history of this great little spot.

We think you'll love

The town, the festivals, the music and activities
Walking, cycling, wild swimming, exploring beautiful countryside
Just hanging out - even on wet weather days you'll be happy being indoors

You should know

Parking for four cars
Lots of steps and the town is on a hill so not excellent for the less than nimble
Sorry, no dogs

Essentials

Swimming pool
EV charger
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Vegetarian meals
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
WiFi
Television
Spa
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Bar
Barbecue
Licensed premises
Paid parking nearby
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair
Fire guard
Cot available

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price: from £120
Surcharges: Singles £110-£130. Extra bed/sofabed available £35 per person per night.

5 Twin/doubles: From £120

Information

Booking information

Check in: 4pm-7pm
Check out: 8am-11am
Other details: Minimum stay: 2 nights. Whole house also available on B&B or self-catering basis - please click through to owner's website to book.
Closed: Rarely.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets: Animals living on the property
Meals: Pubs/restaurants 2-minute walk.

Reviews

Bank House B&B in Bishop’s Castle Shropshire is a real gem. Wonderful hospitality provided by Gerry who greeted us with her own made freshly baked cake, squeezed apple juice ( best I’ve ever tasted) and lit a roaring log fire. Beautiful house in a beautiful village surrounded by some of the best countryside. Perfect for a relaxing break. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would heartily recommend Bank House.

Samantha, Caerphilly Mar 2023

Lovely place to stay right in the heart of the town but very peaceful. Exceptionally comfortable beds, the whole building oozes history and charm. Great breakfast and terrific host. Would stay again no problem

Chris, Malpas Nov 2022

What a delightful place for a short break! We had a huge room, with the added advantage of a bath I could actually stretch out in - plenty of hot water too! Breakfasts were a definite highlight; add in a very knowledgeable owner who is happy to advise on local walks and places to visit and you can see why we enjoyed it! This is an area we haven’t really explored before, but I suspect we’ll be back. PS Brie [the house cat] is lovely!

David, Matlock Sep 2022

Light pours in from all sides, the floorboards creak and twist and there's always a well-upholstered sofa or chair to sink into. This is a place to relax with friends and family, a lot of them! So come and explore this impossibly pretty little town surrounded by some truly terrific walking and cycling country. And if it rains, head to the Poetry Pharmacy for great coffee and cakes and inspiration.

David, Sawday's Inspector Mar 2022

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Location

The neighbourhood

You're smack bang on the high street in this very pretty little market town. Find a Poetry Pharmacy, a brewery (book a tour) an Indian textile trader, a Chai Shop, antiques, booksellers and an art gallery - it's all quite boho and quirky, but also surrounded by amazing countryside. The town is on the Shropshire Way and just a few miles from Offa's Dyke Path. The Castle Hotel serves good food.

Local points of interest from Gerry Barwell

For a laid back morning we particularly enjoy a mooch around the shops at the top of town, calling into Simpsons or the Poetry Pharmacy to browse the books, cards and gifts, then checking into the Town Hall to see the latest exhibition or farmer's market.
Bishop’s Castle is on the Shropshire Way and just a few miles from Offa’s Dyke Path. If you fancy a challenge you could start working through the list of 50 great Shropshire Hills The Long Mynd, Stiperstones and the Clun valley are particular highlights.
Visit Ludlow for the market, the castle and to wander the streets of this beautiful town. The annual Ludlow Food Festival is a delight. We recommend wandering down to the river for a drink or lunch at C-Sons with perhaps a paddle by the weir.
One of the best food options in Bishop's Castle can be found at the Chai Shop - a tiny cafe serving authentic Indian food. Tahira, the owner and chef is an artist and her paintings and cards are on display. Don't miss the bhajis!
The town is full of artists with regular open studio events and classes available.. If you are interested in stained glass, lino printing, weaving, painting or upholstery just check with Gerry and she will point you in the right direction.
For ancient history and 360 degree views visit the bronze age stone circle at Mitchell's Fold or explore Bury Ditches iron age hill fort - both just a short drive from Bank House.

Introducing

Gerry Barwell

Owner Gerry came to the area on a writing course and fell in love with the landscape. She has a passion for restoring old buildings and also for upholstery. You'll see she's worked her magic here as soon as you open the door.

Bank House

Children welcome

Babies welcome

Your dates are available!

Direct with the owner

Enquire through Sawday's

The Experience

We think you'll love

You should know

Essentials

Accommodation

Pricing

Information

Reviews

The neighbourhood

Gerry Barwell

Bank House

Children welcome

Babies welcome

Check availability

Your dates are available!

How to book

Direct with the owner

Enquire through Sawday's

The Experience

We think you'll love

You should know

Essentials

Accommodation

Pricing

Information

Reviews

The neighbourhood

Gerry Barwell

Taking you to Bank House