Welcome to Preston

Preston is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Perry and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. Today, visitors can explore the village's historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Lawrence's Church and the 16th-century Preston Hall.

One of the main attractions of Preston is its proximity to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The hills offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and are home to a variety of wildlife, including red kites, buzzards, and peregrine falcons. Visitors can explore the hills on foot or by bike, taking in the fresh air and beautiful scenery. The area is also popular with birdwatchers, who come to see the rare species that call the hills home.

Despite its small size, Preston has a thriving community, with a range of local businesses and amenities. The village has a primary school, a post office, and a village hall, which hosts a variety of events throughout the year. There are also several pubs and restaurants in the village, serving traditional English food and drink. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a lively community, Preston has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 5.3°C

Feels Like: 3.8°C

Wind: 4.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School Details
St Lawrence Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rebecca Nash
Preston-Upon-The-Wealdmoors
Telford
Shropshire
TF6 6DH
01952387780
School Website
Apley Wood Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ellen Smith
Pool Farm Avenue
Apley
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 6FQ
01952386180
School Website
Teagues Bridge Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Sarah Abdulla
Teagues Cresent
Trench
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 6RE
01952388450
School Website
Wrockwardine Wood Church Of England Junior School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Tracey Cartwright
Church Road
Trench
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 7HG
01952387880
School Website
St Lukes Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Louise Evans
Church Road
Trench
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 7HG
01952388222
School Website
Donnington Wood Infant School And Nursery Centre
Community School
Ages:2-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Caroline Boddy
Baldwin Webb Avenue
Donnington
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 8EP
01952386640
School Website
Millbrook Primary School
Community School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Kirsty Osman
Grainger Drive
Leegomery
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 6UJ
01952387640
School Website
Donnington Wood C Of E Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Robert Fox
Leonard Close
Winifreds Drive
Donnington
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 8BH
01952386660
School Website
Wrockwardine Wood Infant School And Nursery
Community School
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Denise Garner
Church Road
Wrockwardine Wood
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 7AH
01952387860
School Website
Hadley Learning Community - Secondary Phase
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Roycroft
Waterloo Road
Hadley
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 5NU
1952387000
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wellington
Station Road, Wellington, Shropshire, TF1 1BY
2.73 Miles
Oakengates
Station Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6DH
3.10 Miles
Telford Central
Euston Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4LZ
3.93 Miles
Shifnal
Market Place, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 9QB
6.60 Miles
Cosford
Old Worcester Road, Cosford, West Midlands, WV7 3EY
9.68 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Bains Executive Travel
01952 404244
9 Stratford Park, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7DR
1.73 Miles
Telford Taxi Hire
01952 610610
Unit 10, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 5SW
1.87 Miles
Cloud Nine Cars
07943 267626
Bradley Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7LX
2.58 Miles
Cloud Nine Cars
07943 267626
38 Bradley Rd, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7LX
2.58 Miles
A 1 Taxis
01952 414141
21 Victoria Avenue, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 1NN
2.70 Miles
Ambassador Taxis
01952 610610
50 Victoria Avenue, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 1NP
2.70 Miles
Diamond Cars
01952 222222
127 King Street, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 1NX
2.72 Miles
County Cars
01952 616161
Leonard St, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6EU
2.76 Miles
Diamond Cars Telford Ltd
01952 222222
Unit 35/36/Ketley Business Pk, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 5JD
2.78 Miles
I C Executive Travel
01952 410959
30 Dawley Rd, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 2HR
2.89 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Preston
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Horton
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:13:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Wappenshall
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:13:00
Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Kinnersley
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:13:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Tf1 Hortonwood 30 Meter Box Hortonwood Telford
Collection Today available until:18:00
Weekday Last Collection:18:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Tf1 Hortonwood 30 Hortonwood Telford
Collection Today available until:17:30
Weekday Last Collection:17:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Tf1 Okehampton Road Leegomery Telford
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tf1 Hortonwood 1 Meter Box Hortonwood Telford
Collection Today available until:18:00
Weekday Last Collection:18:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Tf1 Hortonwood 1 Hortonwood Telford
Collection Today available until:17:30
Weekday Last Collection:17:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Tf1 Hadley Park Road Hadley Telford
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tf1 Sparrowhawk Way Apley Park
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:16:15
Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Eyton
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:12:00
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Tf2 Meadow Close Trench Telford
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tf2 Northgate Cod Donnington Telford
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:15:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Tf1 Leegomery Centre Telfor
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:16:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Trinity Healthcare Partnership - Leegomery
27 Lawton Farm Way
Leegomery
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 6PP
Donnington Medical Centre
Donnington Medical Centre
Building V6
Donnington
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 8JT
Hadley Health Centre
High Street
Hadley
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 5NG
Highfields Clinic
Waterloo Road
Hadley Hollow
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 5NX
Donnington Medical Practice
01952 605252
The Health Centre
Wrekin Drive,Donnington
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 8EA
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Local Stores

Donnington
16 Wrekin Drive
Farm Lane, Donnington
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 8DP
01952 605121
Store Website
1.95 miles
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SPAR Leegomery
SPAR
Unit 1 Leegomery Centre
Leegomery
Telford
TF1 6FQ
01952 261233
Store Website
1.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Gladstone Veterinary Clinic
Unit 9, The Hadley Centre
High Street
Hadley
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 5GQ
01952 245145
info@gladstonevets.co.uk
Website
1.94 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Vets Now Telford
C/O Gladstone Veterinary Clinic
Unit 9 The Hadley Centre
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 5GQ
01952 879034
telfordclinic@vets-now.com
Website
1.94 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Haygate Veterinary Centre - Muxton
Unit 2
Wellington Road
Muxton
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 8NQ
01952 677717
admin.haygate@cvsvets.com
Website
2.10 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Closed between 13:00 and 14:00
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Closed between 13:00 and 14:00
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Closed between 13:00 and 15:00
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Closed between 13:00 and 15:00
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Closed between 13:00 and 15:00
Sat09:0011:00
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Medivet Shawbirch
Acorn Way
Shawbirch
Telford
Shropshire
TF5 0LW
01952 249141
shawbirch@medivet.co.uk
Website
2.44 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Nurse appointments available 9am - 11am then 1pm - 4.15pm
Wed08:3017:00
Nurse appointments available 9am - 11am then 1pm - 4.15pm
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Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Donnington
Bradley Road
Donnington Wood
Telford
Shropshire
TF2 7PY
01952 677133
office@severnedgevets.co.uk
Website
2.55 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Sheep/Goats

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Wrekin View Veterinary Practice
13 Queen Street
Wellington
Telford
Shropshire
TF1 1EH
01952 223032
Website
2.76 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Granville County Park
Nice Walk Along A Flat Path, Approx 3-4 Miles.
Granville Country Park
Donnington
Lancashire
3.07 miles

Location
what3words
pesky.encodes.obstruction
Granville Country Park
This Is The Old Mining Area Of Muxton Which Is Now A Country Park. The Main Route(55) Is Mainly Flat With A Separate Bridal Way Running Adjacent. There Are Some Walks Off The Main Track That Involve Some Steps.
Muxton Ln
Muxton
Telford
TF2 8PQ
3.09 miles

Free Car Park At The End Of Muxton Lane, Past The Entrance To The Shropshire Golf Centre
Location
what3words
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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin.
The Wrekin
Lancashire
5.36 miles

Location
what3words
kingpin.wage.salmon
Ironbridge
Ironbridge Is A Town On The River Severn At The Heart Of The Ironbridge Gorge, Near Telford, Shropshire. Site Of The World’S First Iron Bridge, Erected Over The River Severn In 1779. We Detail A Short, 1.3 Mile, Walk Here, Which Encompasses The Town Of Ironbridge And Crosses Over The Iron Bridge Itself. This Will Give You Chance To Explore The Town And River Area A Little, As Part Of The Walk.
TF8 7JP
7.35 miles

From The M54 Telford, Head South On The A442 Toward Ironbridge. Pass Through Madeley And When On The B4373 Follow This To A Roundabout At Ironbridge, Go Around This To Take An Effective Left Turn. Pass By Bedlam Furnaces, Then Take Right Over The Bridge, Right Again Then The First Right, Just Off The Sharp Bend In The Road. The Car Park Is Located On The Right, Next To The River Severn.
Location
what3words
retrial.recline.deriving
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
8.19 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
what3words
foil.amount.firm
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
8.31 miles

Location
what3words
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