Welcome to Northwood

Northwood is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated near the Welsh border and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Northwood is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the English countryside.

One of the main attractions in Northwood is the St. Margaret's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate architecture. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to a number of historic graves and monuments. Another popular attraction in Northwood is the local pub, The Crown Inn. The pub is a traditional English pub and serves a range of local beers and ciders, as well as classic pub food.

Northwood is also home to a number of walking and cycling trails, which allow visitors to explore the surrounding countryside. The village is located near the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is known for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. Visitors can also take a trip to the nearby town of Oswestry, which is home to a number of historic buildings and museums. Overall, Northwood is a charming village that offers visitors a peaceful and relaxing escape from the stresses of modern life.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 6°C

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Local Schools

School Details
Newtown C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ben Crompton
Newtown
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5NU
01939233353
School Website
Loppington House Fe Unit
Miscellaneous
Ages:18-99
Head Teacher
Mrs Carolyn Parks
Loppington
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5NF
1939233926
Welshampton C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ben Crompton
Welshampton
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0PG
01948710325
School Website
Whixall Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Nicola Brayford
Brownsbrook
Whixall
Whitchurch
Shropshire
SY13 2SB
1948880330
School Website
Cockshutt C Of E Primary School And Nursery
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Mandy Jones
Cockshutt
Shrewsbury Road
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0JE
01939270616
School Website
The Thomas Adams School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Cooper
Lowe Hill
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5UB
1939237000
School Website
Ellesmere College
Other Independent School
Ages:7-19
Head Teacher
Mr Brendan Wignall
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 9AB
1691622321
School Website
St Peter's Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Sarah Kynaston
Shrubbery Gardens
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5BX
1939232292
School Website
Acorn Wood
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-16
Head Teacher
Ms Sarah Morgan Fcct
Watery Lane
Coton
Whitchurch
Shropshire
SY13 3LR
7968086169
Lakelands Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Sophy Bellis
Oswestry Road
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0EA
01691622543
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wem
Aston Road, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5AZ
4.26 Miles
Prees
Station Road, Prees, Shropshire, SY13 2DW
4.77 Miles
Yorton
Station Road, Yorton, Shropshire, SY4 3EP
6.42 Miles
Whitchurch (Shropshire)
Station Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1RL
7.27 Miles
Gobowen
Station Road, Gobowen, Shropshire, SY11 3JS
10.09 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Wem Travel
01939 233673
102 Lowe Hill Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 5UT
3.56 Miles
Mike's Private Hire And Airport Services
07850 808916
43 Swan Hill, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 0LZ
4.10 Miles
Silverline Cars
01939 234432
44 Mill Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 5EX
4.17 Miles
Swiftline Private Hire
07786 902680
2 Oakley Close, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 2AS
4.93 Miles
Acorn Taxis
01948 665540
24 Twemlows Avenue, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 2EX
6.41 Miles
Motor Home And Camper Van Hire
07900 273422
Welsh Frankton, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 4NX
6.47 Miles
S And M Cars Ltd
01948 666957
Beech Avenue, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1UE
6.51 Miles
Halls Taxis
01948 662222
11 Meadow View Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1JT
6.69 Miles
Richards Taxis
01948 665454
Elm Tree Cottage, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 4BX
7.03 Miles
Tony's Taxis
01948 664305
31 Wayland Rd, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1RN
7.12 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Northwood Post Office
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Fernwood Caravan Park
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The Lawn
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Sy13 Cadney Lane Bettisfield Whitchurch
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Hampton Bank
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Newtown
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Lyneal Village
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Sy13 Bettisfield Whitchurch
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Dobsons Bridge
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Sy13 Bettisfield Vicarage Whitchurch
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Colemere
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Sy13 Waterloo Whitchurch
Collection Today available until:16:45
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English Frankton
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Brown Heath
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Sy13 Breaden Heath Whitchurch
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Wem And Prees Medical Practice
01939 232424
Wem Medical Practice
New Street, Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5AF
Roden Grove-Wem
01939 233386
The Surgery
Roden Grove
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5HG
Churchmere Medical Group
Ellesmere Medical Practice
Trimpley Street
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0DB
Churchmere Medical Group
01691 242222
Trimpley Street
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0DB
Prees Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Whitchurch Road
Prees
Whitchurch
SY13 2DG
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Local Stores

Wem
Morris Central Shopping Park
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5NY
01939 234900
Store Website
4.13 miles
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SPAR - Euro Garages - Whitchurch
Euro Garages
Wrexham Road
Whitchurch
SY13 1JZ
01948 664 180
Store Website
6.3 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Siddle Veterinary Service
Long Barn
Chapel Lane
Northwood
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5NP
01948 710959
info@svs-vet.co.uk
Website
1.07 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Equines

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Medivet Wem Barclay Moore Partnership
Central Carpark
Smithfield Park
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5AA
01939 232291
wem@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.07 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Medivet Ellesmere Talbot Street
12 Talbot Street
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0HQ
01691 622201
Ellesmere.talbot.st@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.10 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Brownlow Veterinary Centre
Ellesmere Business Park
Oswestry Road
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0EW
01691 622152
info@brownlowvetgroup.co.uk
Website
4.74 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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St David'S Poultry Team Ltd
The Malt House
Trench Farm
Tilly Green
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5PJ
01392 872932
nfo@stdavids-poultryteam.co.uk
Website
5.03 miles
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Horizon Dairy Vets
Higher Wych Road
Iscoyd
Whitchurch
Shropshire
SY13 3AU
01952 350095
info@horizondairyvets.co.uk
Website
6.29 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

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Local Dog Walks

Battlefield
Two Dog Walking Routes, Long And Short. Leading Too Mary Magdalene Church. Free Parking. Scenic, Peaceful. If You Go Through The Church Yard It Leads To Battlefield Farm Shop, Falconry And Cafe. The Cafe Also Serves Outdoor, So Dog Friendly.
Shrewsbury
Lancashire
10.57 miles

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Bickerton Hill
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Maiden Castle, Bickerton Hill, Cheshire. Bickerton Hill Lies To The South Of The Sandstone Ridge At The Southern Tip Of The Peckforton Hills And Covers Approximately 280 Acres. This Walk Will Provide You With Views Across The Dee Valley To The Welsh Hills.
SY14 8LN
12.42 miles

From The A534 Between Bulkeley And Barnhill, Take The Turn Onto Long Lane And Then Turn Onto Goldford Lane Where A Little Way Down You Will Find The National Trust Bickerton Hill Car Park.
Location
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Ty Mawr Country Park
A Linear Walk In Cefn Mawr Five Miles South Of Wrexham. Ty Mawr Is A 35-Acre Country Park, Situated Between The Cefn Viaduct And The Pontcycyllte Aqueduct.
LL14 3PE
12.48 miles

Located Off The B5605, Follow The Brown Country Park Signs Off The A483.
Haughmond Hill Shropshire
4 Great Walks, The Furthest Is 1 Hour 15 Mins And I Think The Shortest Was 20 Mins. We Could Let The Dog Off All The Way Round. Marked Route All The Way And Amazing Views. Car Park Charges But Not To Bad And An Amazing Cafe With Lovely Food And Lots Of Picnic Benches Also You Can Buy Frozen Yoghurt And Other Treats For Your Dog.
Shrewsbury
Lancashire
12.52 miles

Location
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Haughmond Hill
Lovely Walk And Very Dog Friendly. (Always Lots Of Dogs About) There Are Different Routes To Take And A Lovely Cafe That Sells Bags Of Doggie Sausage. Car Park Charges Do Apply. I Highly Recommend Haughmond Hill.
Haughmond Hill Car Park
Lancashire
12.59 miles

Look For Cafe Sign On The Turning In To The Lane. Go Past The Quarry On The Right And You Will See The Car Park.
Location
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Nantwich/Willaston Circular
Nantwich
Lancashire
13.92 miles

Location
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