Bowling Green

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Bowling Green

Greenfields Farm
Greenfields Farm Credit: Alex McGregor

Bowling Green is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated in the West Midlands region, it lies approximately 6 miles south of the town of Shrewsbury. The village is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland.

With a population of around 500 residents, Bowling Green is a tight-knit community with a strong sense of community spirit. The village is predominantly residential, with a scattering of small businesses and amenities. The architecture is a mix of traditional English cottages and more modern buildings.

One of the notable landmarks in Bowling Green is the village church, St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. It is an impressive structure with stunning stained glass windows and a picturesque churchyard.

Despite its small size, Bowling Green offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, which serves as a popular social hub for residents and visitors alike.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and cycling. The village is also within close proximity to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering breathtaking views and diverse wildlife.

Overall, Bowling Green, Shropshire is a charming and peaceful village, ideal for those seeking a tranquil countryside lifestyle with access to beautiful natural surroundings.

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Bowling Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.825728/-2.550571 or Grid Reference SJ6325. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Greenfields Farm
Greenfields Farm
Another boring bend in another boring lane
Another boring bend in another boring lane
Gated field and haystack
Gated field and haystack
The Chapel of the Epiphany - Peplow
The Chapel of the Epiphany - Peplow
Muddy field and gate
Muddy field and gate
Peplow Hall, Peplow The house was built in 1725 for Hugh Pigot. The two bays on the left are part of extensions of c1877 for Francis Stanier. Grade II* listed.
The fine gates can be seen here: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2149769">SJ6324 : Gates, Peplow</a>.
Peplow Hall, Peplow
The house was built in 1725 for Hugh Pigot. The two bays on the left are part of extensions of c1877 for Francis Stanier. Grade II* listed. The fine gates can be seen here: SJ6324 : Gates, Peplow.
Yellow road near Radmoor The road runs through arable land.
Yellow road near Radmoor
The road runs through arable land.
Oilseed rape Arable land between Radmoor and High Hatton.
Oilseed rape
Arable land between Radmoor and High Hatton.
Wheat and path A clear path through a wheat field.
Wheat and path
A clear path through a wheat field.
Houses in Ollerton
Houses in Ollerton
The Beeches, Ollerton <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4903742" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4903742">Link</a>
The Beeches, Ollerton
Victorian Postbox, Ollerton <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4903724" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4903724">Link</a>
Victorian Postbox, Ollerton
Houses near Woodhouse Farm
Houses near Woodhouse Farm
Road to Heath Lines Country road to Heath Lines with springtime verges of cow parsley and a fine oak tree near Wood Farm.
Road to Heath Lines
Country road to Heath Lines with springtime verges of cow parsley and a fine oak tree near Wood Farm.
Radmore Cottages Charming cottages just off A442 near Peplow.
Radmore Cottages
Charming cottages just off A442 near Peplow.
Woodhouse Farm Between Stoke-on-Tern and Ollerton
Woodhouse Farm
Between Stoke-on-Tern and Ollerton
Field with Sheep Near Ollerton
Field with Sheep Near Ollerton
Ollerton Lodge
Ollerton Lodge
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Bowling Green is located at Grid Ref: SJ6325 (Lat: 52.825728, Lng: -2.550571)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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