Welcome to The Common

The Common is a beautiful and serene place located in the heart of Shropshire. It is a vast expanse of greenery that stretches for miles, providing a peaceful retreat for visitors. The Common is home to a variety of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature lovers. The area is also steeped in history, with many ancient monuments and landmarks scattered throughout the landscape. Visitors can explore the area on foot or by bike, taking in the stunning views and enjoying the tranquility of this special place.

The Common is a popular destination for families, with plenty of activities to keep children entertained. There are numerous picnic areas and playgrounds dotted around the area, as well as a range of sports facilities. Visitors can enjoy a game of football, cricket, or tennis, or simply relax and soak up the sun. The Common is also home to a number of events throughout the year, including music festivals, fairs, and markets. These events provide a great opportunity to experience the local culture and meet new people.

The Common is a place of great natural beauty and historical significance. It is a unique and special place that has been enjoyed by generations of visitors. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat, a family day out, or an opportunity to explore the local history and culture, The Common has something to offer everyone. So why not come and experience this wonderful place for yourself?

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 5.3°C

Feels Like: 3.6°C

Wind: 4.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School Details
Stoke On Tern Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Jen Brotherhood
Rosehill Road
Stoke Heath
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 2LF
01630638332
School Website
Hinstock Primary School
Community School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachael Williams
Hinstock
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 2TE
01952550220
School Website
Buntingsdale Primary School And Nursery
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Clare Elkes
Buntingsdale Park
Tern Hill
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 2HB
01630638370
School Website
Cheswardine Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rachael Williams
Glebe Close
Cheswardine
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 2RU
01630661233
School Website
Hodnet Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Penny Lyall
Shrewsbury Street
Hodnet
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 3NS
01630685300
School Website
Market Drayton Junior School
Academy Converter
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Samantha Scott
Market Drayton Junior School
Market Drayton Junior School, Alexandra Road
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 3HU
1630652769
School Website
Market Drayton Infant & Nursery School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Samantha Scott
Longslow Road
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 3BA
1630652909
School Website
Tibberton Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Rebecca Nash
Off Maslan Crescent
Tibberton
Newport
Shropshire
TF10 8NN
01952387790
School Website
The Grove School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Sonia Taylor
Newcastle Road
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 1HF
1630652121
School Website
Longlands Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Lisa Millington
Linden Way
Fairfields
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 1QU
01630652312
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Prees
Station Road, Prees, Shropshire, SY13 2DW
9.02 Miles
Wem
Aston Road, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5AZ
9.62 Miles
Wellington
Station Road, Wellington, Shropshire, TF1 1BY
9.80 Miles
Oakengates
Station Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6DH
10.49 Miles
Yorton
Station Road, Yorton, Shropshire, SY4 3EP
10.61 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Rays Taxis
07759 854842
40 Salisbury Hill View, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 1DL
3.76 Miles
Joe La Taxi
01630 654321
16 Charlesway, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 1DA
3.95 Miles
First Call Taxis
01630 653200
The Old Coal Yard/Bert Smith Way/Adderley Rd Ind Est, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SN
4.68 Miles
Premier Airport Transfers
01630 695974
45 Maer Lane, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 1QY
4.69 Miles
Robs Taxis
01630 657272
6 Pinfold La, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 2QR
5.19 Miles
Pj's Taxis
01630 673121
1 Kestrel Drive, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 2QT
6.54 Miles
Suit Hire
01952 810433
2A Lower Bar, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7BQ
6.65 Miles
Roger's First Class Travel Airport Transfers
01952 820003
9 Dungarven Drive, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7UR
6.82 Miles
Ultimate Taxis Ltd
01952 813636
70 High Street, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7BA
6.82 Miles
Dawn's Taxi's
01630 652989
Church Meadows, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 4AN
7.27 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Tf9 The Park Hatton Market Drayton
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Tf9 Mill Green Four Crosses Market Drayton
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Tf9 Winstanwick Market Drayton
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Tf9 Chestnuts Hinstock Market Drayton
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Tf9 Heathcote Stoke On Tern Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
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Tf9 Hinstock Post Office Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
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Priority Mailbox:
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Tf9 Lockleywood Market Drayton
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Tf9 Church Street Hinstock Market Drayton
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Tf9 Childs Ercall Market Drayton
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Tf9 Newport Road Hinstock Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
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Tf9 Stoke Upon Tern Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Tf9 Dodecote Childs Ercall Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Tf9 Ollerton Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Tf9 The Links Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:16:15
Saturday Last Collection:09:45
Tf9 Rose Hill Market Drayton
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Tern Hill Medical Centre
Tern Hill Medical Centre
The Medical Centre
Tern Hill
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 3QE
Hodnet Medical Practice
01630 685230
18 Drayton Road
Hodnet
Shropshire
TF9 3NF
Market Drayton Medical Practice
01630 652158
Market Drayton Pcc
Maer Lane
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 3AL
Ellerdine
01630 685230
The Village Hall
Ellerdine
Telford
Shropshire
TF6 6QT
Harper Adams(Lisk)
01952 815329
Harper Adams University
Linden Hall Surgery
Edmond
Newport
Shropshire
TF10 8NB
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Local Stores

Loggerheads
Eccleshall Road
Loggerheads
Market Drayton
Staffordshire
TF9 4NX
01630 672428
Store Website
6.79 miles
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SPAR Shawbirch
SPAR
1 Acorn Way
Shawbirch Shopping Centre
Telford
TF5 0LW
01952 260552
Store Website
8.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Haywood Farm Vets
Haywood Farm
Haywood Lane
Cheswardine
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 2LW
mail@haywoodfarmvets.com
Website
2.59 miles
Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Pigs

Sheep/Goats

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Tern Veterinary Group
Stafford Street
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 1HX
01630 652935
pets@ternvets.co.uk
Website
4.37 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Medivet Market Drayton (Nantwich Pet Vets)
Unit 1, Burnside Business Park
Adderley Road
Market Drayton
Shropshire
TF9 3SW
01630 655050
market.drayton@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.85 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Bishop Hendry &Amp; Edwards
11 High Street
Newport
Shropshire
TF10 7AR
01952 820 165
mail@newportvets.co.uk
Website
6.94 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Tern Veterinary Group
Audley Avenue
Newport
Shropshire
TF10 7BX
01952 820222
ternnewport@btconnect.com
Website
7.60 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Loynton Moss
A Number Of Different Paths Through A Staffordshire Wildlife Trust Site, Which Is A Nature Reserve. There Are Canal Walks Adjacent.
A519
Stafford
Lancashire
ST20 0NX
7.56 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
9.25 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
9.61 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
11.06 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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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
11.13 miles

Location
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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
12.13 miles

Location
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