Emstrey

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Emstrey

Old Atcham Bridge Disused bridge over the River Severn that used to carry the A5 road. — Old Atcham Bridge Credit: Roy Hughes

Emstrey is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated just a few miles south of the town of Shrewsbury, Emstrey enjoys a picturesque setting amidst the rolling hills and lush green countryside of this rural county.

The village is known for its tranquil and idyllic atmosphere, attracting those seeking a peaceful escape from the bustling city life. Emstrey is characterized by its charming traditional cottages and well-maintained gardens, which add to its quintessential English village charm.

The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding, thanks to its proximity to the beautiful Shropshire Hills. Nature enthusiasts can explore the nearby Attingham Park, a National Trust property boasting stunning parklands, woodlands, and a grand Georgian mansion.

Emstrey benefits from its close proximity to Shrewsbury, a historic market town that offers a wide range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Shrewsbury is also home to several notable landmarks, such as Shrewsbury Castle and the medieval Shrewsbury Abbey.

The village is well-connected by road and public transport, with regular bus services providing easy access to Shrewsbury and other surrounding towns. The nearby A5 road ensures convenient travel to other parts of Shropshire and the wider region.

In summary, Emstrey is a charming village in Shropshire, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat for residents and visitors alike, with its beautiful countryside, proximity to Shrewsbury, and access to outdoor activities making it an attractive destination.

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Emstrey Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.689903/-2.701695 or Grid Reference SJ5210. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Atcham Bridge

Disused bridge over the River Severn that used to carry the A5 road.

Roy Hughes

Gateway, Atcham

The grand entrance to Attingham Hall is surprisingly late, built only in 1862 to the designs of Charles Fowler (jr). It consists of five arches, the central, larger arch framed by Doric columns. Carved in the spandrels are a winged horse and a stag. A lodge lies behind each of the two outer arches. Grade II* listed.

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Atcham Bridge, Atcham

Built in 1769-71 to the designs of John Gwynn, and, Pevsner notes, one of the most expensive mid-Georgian bridges in the county. It has seven arches, a central aedicule, and keystones with vermiculated rustication (as on the left) in Grinshill stone. Grade II* listed. In 1929 it was superseded by a modern, concrete bridge over the Severn.

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Hotel, Atcham

A substantial Georgian building of seven bays and three storeys with a pedimented Doric doorcase. Lying on the London-Holyhead road, it was built c1775 as the Talbot Hotel, and is now the Mytton and Mermaid. Grade II listed.

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River Severn, Atcham

With part of the balustrade of the 1929 bridge in the foreground.

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Lodge and gates near Atcham

At the entrance to Longner Hall. Designed by Humphrey Repton, best known for his landscape design, in 1813. Gothic-Tudor, with dripmoulds, battlements and polygonal chimneystacks. The left gate pier has an ogee cap, the other seems to have gone astray. Grade II listed.

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