Welcome to Preston Brockhurst

Preston Brockhurst is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles north of the town of Newport and 10 miles east of the city of Shrewsbury. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the 12th-century St. Lawrence's Church and the Grade II listed Preston Brockhurst Hall.

The village has a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086, which recorded the settlement as "Prestone". Over the centuries, the village has been home to a number of notable figures, including the poet and writer A.E. Housman, who lived in the nearby village of High Ercall. Today, Preston Brockhurst is a peaceful and picturesque village, with a close-knit community and a range of local amenities, including a village hall, a pub, and a post office.

Despite its small size, Preston Brockhurst is a popular destination for visitors to Shropshire, thanks to its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community. Whether you're interested in exploring the local history and architecture, or simply want to enjoy a peaceful walk in the countryside, Preston Brockhurst has something to offer everyone. So why not pay a visit to this charming village and discover its hidden treasures for yourself?

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 5.3°C

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Wind: 11.6 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
Clive Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Nicola Brayford
The Hill
Grinshill
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 3LF
1939220385
School Website
Woodlands School
Academy Special Sponsor Led
Ages:9-16
Head Teacher
Ms J Taylor
Tilley Green
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5PJ
1939232372
School Website
Access School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Earing
Holbrook Villa Farm
Harmer Hill
Broughton
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 3EW
1939220797
School Website
St Marys Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah North
Poynton Road
Shawbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4JR
1939250323
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
The Thomas Adams School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Cooper
Lowe Hill
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5UB
1939237000
School Website
Hadnall C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Deborah Mills
Astley Lane
Hadnall
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4BE
01939210323
School Website
Smallbrook School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:7-19
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Huxley
Units 1 - 4
Sleap Industrial Estate
Sleap
Nr.Wem
Shropshire
SY4 3HE
1939233042
School Website
The Mews
Other Independent Special School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Miss Tonia Lewis
Wem Lane
Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5RT
Myddle C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Clare Williams
Myddle
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 3RP
01939290834
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Yorton
Station Road, Yorton, Shropshire, SY4 3EP
2.12 Miles
Wem
Aston Road, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5AZ
2.79 Miles
Prees
Station Road, Prees, Shropshire, SY13 2DW
5.49 Miles
Shrewsbury
Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
7.87 Miles
Whitchurch (Shropshire)
Station Road, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1RL
10.30 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Shawbury Taxis
01939 250777
71 Church Close, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4JY
2.71 Miles
Chauffeurwright
07989 974448
49 Church Close, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4JY
2.71 Miles
Silverline Cars
01939 234432
44 Mill Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 5EX
2.73 Miles
R And J Travel
01939 250280
21 Mytton Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4JE
2.86 Miles
Shropshire Airport Travel
01743 562025
21 Mytton La, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4JE
2.86 Miles
R And J Taxis Of Shrewsbury
0845 839 1949
21 Mytton Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4JE
2.86 Miles
Wem Travel
01939 233673
102 Lowe Hill Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 5UT
3.40 Miles
A Js Taxis
07974 329131
5 Rural Cottages, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4BT
4.23 Miles
Centre Cars
01952 404040
Unit C1/Centrepoint/Stafford Dr, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3BF
5.50 Miles
Central Taxis Ltd
01743 441144
Battlefield Enterprise Park, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3EH
5.58 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Preston Brockhurst
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Sherwood
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Bridleway Gate
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Acton Reynold
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Grinshill
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Lee Bridge
Collection Today available until:09:00
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High Street Clive
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Moston Chapel
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Moreton Corbett
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Holoway Garage
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Stanton Village
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Sansaw Heath
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Barkers Green
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Yorton Station
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Shawbury Aerodrome
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Clive Medical Practice
01939 220295
The Surgery
20 High Street
Clive, Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5PS
Shawbury Medical Centre
Shawbury Medical Centre
Smc Building
Wem Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4DZ
Roden Grove-Wem
01939 233386
The Surgery
Roden Grove
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5HG
Shawbury Medical Practice
01939 250237
The Surgery
Poynton Rd, Shawbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4JS
Wem And Prees Medical Practice
01939 232424
Wem Medical Practice
New Street, Wem
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 5AF
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Local Stores

Shawbury
Drayton Road
Shawbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4NZ
01939 250227
Store Website
2.59 miles
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SPAR Battlefield
SPAR
Battlefield Roundabout
Battlefield
Shrewsbury
SY4 3EQ
01743 466792
Store Website
5.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

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
1.87 miles
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Green Hollow Veterinary Group
High Ridge
Wem Road
Shawbury
Shaftesbury
Shropshire
SY4 4NW
01939 251180
greenhollowvets@gmail.com
Website
2.52 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

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Poultry

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

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Advanced Pet Care Ltd
6 Knights Park
Hussey Road
Battlefield Enterprise Park
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 3TE
01743 453970
operations@apclteam.com
5.57 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Medivet 24 Hour Shrewsbury
2 Longbow Close
Harlescott
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 3GZ
01743 465554
24hour.shrewsbury@medivet.co.uk

Website
5.77 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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

Client car park

Animals Treated
Equines

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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
5.35 miles

Location
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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
6.31 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
6.34 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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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin.
The Wrekin
Lancashire
11.86 miles

Location
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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
13.63 miles

Free Car Park At The End Of Muxton Lane, Past The Entrance To The Shropshire Golf Centre
Location
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Granville County Park
Nice Walk Along A Flat Path, Approx 3-4 Miles.
Granville Country Park
Donnington
Lancashire
13.67 miles

Location
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Weather Forecast

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