Welcome to Shorthill

Shorthill is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Bridgnorth and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions of Shorthill is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque woodlands. It is a popular destination for walkers and hikers who come to explore the many footpaths and trails that crisscross the countryside. The village is also home to a number of wildlife species, including deer, foxes, and badgers, making it a great place for nature lovers.

Despite its small size, Shorthill has a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local amenities, including a post office, a village hall, and a pub. There are also several community events held throughout the year, such as the annual village fete and the Christmas lights switch-on. The residents of Shorthill are friendly and welcoming, making it a great place to live or visit.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 5.1°C

Feels Like: 3.5°C

Wind: 4.5 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School Details
St Thomas And St Anne C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Hannah Mcgrath
Cruckmeole
Hanwood
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 8JN
01743860400
School Website
The Fitzroy Academy
Other Independent Special School
Ages:7-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Kim Mcconnell
Cruckton
Shrewsbury
SY5 8PR
1939210040
School Website
Longden C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sally Johnson
Plealey Road
Longden
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 8EX
01743860480
School Website
Mary Webb School And Science College
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Peter Lowe - Werrell
Pontesbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0TG
1743792100
School Website
Pontesbury C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Langford
Bogey Lane
Pontesbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0TF
01743790226
School Website
Oakmeadow Church Of England Primary And Nursery School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Samantha Hill
Longmeadow Site
Bayston Hill
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 0NU
1743875020
School Website
Trinity C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Jack Pittaway
Butt Lane
Ford
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 9LG
01743850227
School Website
Oxon C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Rogers
Racecourse Lane
Bicton Heath
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 5BJ
01743351948
School Website
Radbrook Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Kate Linnell
Calverton Way
Bank Farm Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 6DZ
1743232895
School Website
Meole Brace School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Alan Doust
Longden Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 9DW
1743235961
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Shrewsbury
Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
5.15 Miles
Church Stretton
Station Approach, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6PG
9.27 Miles
Yorton
Station Road, Yorton, Shropshire, SY4 3EP
10.85 Miles
Welshpool
Adjacent To Welshpool Relief Road, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7AZ
12.17 Miles
Wem
Aston Road, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5AZ
14.10 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Tonys Taxis And Courior Services
07773 949821
4 Shomere Crescent, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 9PF
3.91 Miles
A A A Shrewsbury Taxis
01743 244555
10 Leyburn Av, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8TP
4.25 Miles
Access Cars Ltd
01743 545454
Unit A, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8LN
4.72 Miles
Windsor Taxis
01743 233456
8 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2AE
5.02 Miles
Vincents Taxis
01743 367777
8 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2AE
5.02 Miles
Bibbys Taxis
01743 366666
Chester St, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 1NX
5.06 Miles
Station Taxis
01743 343305
Shrewsbury Railway Station, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
5.11 Miles
Bruces Taxis
01743 545464
Shrewsbury Railway Station, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
5.11 Miles
Comet Cars
01743 344444
27 Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2EE
5.18 Miles
Limoz
01743 359470
St Michael's St, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2ES
5.31 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Lea Cross
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Arscott
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Halston Cross Roads
No More Collections Today
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Pound Lane
No More Collections Today
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Plealey
No More Collections Today
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Cruckmeole
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hinton
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Hanwood Post Office
Collection Today available until:17:15
Weekday Last Collection:17:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Annscroft Cross Roads
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Longden
Collection Today available until:17:00
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Cruckton
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hanwood North
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pontesford
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Annscroft
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Edge
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:30
Saturday Last Collection:08:45
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Pontesbury & Worthen Medical Practice
01743 790325
Pontesbury Medical Prac
Hall Bank, Pontesbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0RF
Ford
The Village
Ford
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 9LG
Beeches Medical Practice
01743 874565
1 Beeches Road
Bayston Hill
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 0PF
Mytton Oak Medical Pract.
01743 362223
Mytton Oak Medical Pract.
Mytton Oak Surgery
Racecourse Lane
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
SY3 5LZ
Radbrook Green Surgery
01743 231817
Radbrook Green Surgery
Bank Farm Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 6DU
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Local Stores

Pontesbury - Hall Bank
Hall Bank
Pontesbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0RF
01743 793871
Store Website
2.04 miles
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SPAR Bayston Hill
15
Lansdowne Road
Bayston Hill
Shrewsbury
SY3 0HX
01743 872788
Store Website
3.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Shropshire Farm Vets Ltd
Unit 3, The Depot
Hanwood
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 8NY
01743 860 920
farm@shropshirefarmvets.com
Website
2.09 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

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The Animal Health Centre
105 Longden Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 9DZ
01743 369 999
contact@animalhealthvets.co.uk
Website
3.42 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Poultry Health Services
Quarry Veterinary Practice
57 Lythwood Road
Bayston Hill
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 0NA
01829 740639
barton@poultryhealthservices.com
Website
3.45 miles
Animals Treated
Poultry

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Quarry Veterinary Group
57 Lythwood Road
Bayston Hill
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 0NA
01743 873651
quarryvets@lineone.net
3.45 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Malthouse Veterinary Group Ltd
Malthouse
Leigh Road
Minsterley
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0AA
01743 791246
reception@malthouseveterinarygroup.co.uk
Website
3.86 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Shrewsbury Meole Brace Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Unit 13, Brace Retail Park
Hereford Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY3 9NB
01743 264 040
shrewsburymeolebrace@vets4pets.com
Website
4.33 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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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
7.33 miles

Location
what3words
toned.saying.riders
Stiper Stones Circle
This A Circular 5 Mile Walk Up To The Nipstone Rock, Along The Brow Of The Hill, Past The Stiper Stones And Then Back Down To The Ca Park. There A Number Of Opportunities To Make The Route Longer Or Shorter To Suit Your Needs.
Unnamed Road
Lancashire
7.74 miles

Park At The Bog Car Park, Just Past The Visitor Centre (Grid Ref: So 357 977).
Location
what3words
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Long Mynd
This 9.6 Mile Walk Is An Easy Route Following The Crest Of The Long Mynd With No Hard Climbs. There Are Plenty Of Opportunities To Deviate Off To Create Shorter, Longer Of More Challenging Walks.
7.98 miles

Park In The Shooting Box Car Park, Cross The Road And Follow The Jack Mytton Way (Named After A 19Th Century Mp Who Quit After 2 Hours In The House Of Commons) South To Pole Bank And Keep Going.
Location
what3words
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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
8.34 miles

Location
what3words
villa.hush.medium
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
8.43 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
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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin.
The Wrekin
Lancashire
12.51 miles

Location
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Weather Forecast

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Thursday 00:00 02:00 04:00 06:00 08:00 10:00 12:00 14:00 16:00 18:00 20:00 22:00

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