Welcome to Worthen

Worthen is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles west of the town of Shrewsbury and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 1,000 people and is known for its historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Nicholas Church.

One of the main attractions in Worthen is the village hall, which hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, plays, and community gatherings. The hall is also home to a number of local clubs and societies, including a gardening club, a history society, and a youth club. The village also has a primary school, a post office, and a pub, which serves traditional English food and real ale.

Worthen is a great place to explore the outdoors, with plenty of walking and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside. The village is located near the Long Mynd, a beautiful hill range that offers stunning views of the Shropshire landscape. There are also several nature reserves in the area, including the Stiperstones and the Bog Visitor Centre, which are home to a variety of wildlife and plant species. Overall, Worthen is a charming village that offers a peaceful and relaxing retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Worthen C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Beth Rowe
Worthen
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 9HT
01743891320
School Website
Minsterley Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Katie Wilcox
Minsterley
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0BE
01743791398
School Website
Westbury School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Nadia Chelpa
School Lane
Westbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 9QZ
1743884195
School Website
Stiperstones C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Les Ball
Snailbeach
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0LZ
01588650207
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
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
The Henslow And Evolution School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Jacqui Brooks
Middletown
Nr Welshpool
Shropshire
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY21 8FF
1938739077
School Website
Chirbury C Of E Vc Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Les Ball
Chirbury
Montgomery
Shropshire
SY15 6BN
01938561647
School Website
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
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Welshpool
Adjacent To Welshpool Relief Road, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7AZ
6.19 Miles
Church Stretton
Station Approach, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6PG
10.58 Miles
Shrewsbury
Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
11.54 Miles
Craven Arms
Station Crescent, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9RR
14.90 Miles
Broome
Broome Road, Broome, Shropshire, SY7 0NT
15.37 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Stonebridge Taxi's
01938 555119
Stonebridge Ho/Salop Rd, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9HP
5.93 Miles
Shropshire Motorhome Hire
01743 884864
Lower House Farm, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 9AH
6.38 Miles
Castle Cabs Welshpool
01938 555343
86 Borfa Green, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7QH
6.56 Miles
Amber Cabs
01938 556611
53 Bryn Y Ddol, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7TW
6.56 Miles
Wright Taxis Ltd
01938 552531
Church Street, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7DP
6.63 Miles
Mc2 Taxi And Silver Service Executive Cars
01938 552277
6 Dolwen, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9PL
7.91 Miles
M C 2 Taxi
01938 552277
6 Dolwen, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9PL
7.91 Miles
Anglowelsh Cab
07725 076720
7 Cae Perthi, Llansantffraid Ym Mechain, Powys, SY22 6QS
8.11 Miles
Classic Bridal Car
07855 024631
Bank House, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6PD
8.50 Miles
Alans Taxis Oswestry
07891 092826
9 Y Clawdd, Llansantffraid Ym Mechain, Powys, SY22 6TX
9.26 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Worthen Post Office
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Little Worthen
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Brockton
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Leigh
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Aston Pigott
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Hampton Beeches
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Aston Rogers
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Bromlow
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Etsell
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Leigh Manor
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Rowley
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Wallop
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Dumble Holes
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Bromlow Callow
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Bent Lawnt Post Office
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Westbury Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Westbury
Shrewsbury
SY5 9QX
Westbury Medical Centre
01743 884727
Westbury Medical Centre
Westbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 9QX
Pontesbury & Worthen Medical Practice
01743 790325
Pontesbury Medical Prac
Hall Bank, Pontesbury
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0RF
Ford
The Village
Ford
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 9LG
Dorrington Surgery
01743 718486
The Maitlands
Church Road
Dorrington
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 7LD
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Local Stores

Petrol Minsterley
Station Road
Minsterley
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY5 0BE
01743 792465
Store Website
3.11 miles
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SPAR - Montgomery
Broad Street
Montgomery
SY15 6PH
01686 668224
Store Website
8.3 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

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

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Yorton Farm Stud
Poolton
Leighton
Welshpool
Powys
SY21 8HJ
Website
5.23 miles
Amenities
Referrals only
Animals Treated
Equines

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Camlas Farm Vets Llp
Nant Y Coed
Leighton
Welshpool
Powys
SY21 8HH
01938 553124
camlasfarm@hotmail.co.uk
Website
5.52 miles
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Cattle

Pigs

Sheep/Goats

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Camlas Petcare Vets
Waterloo Place
Salop Road
Welshpool
Powys
SY21 7HE
01938 559088
info@camlaspetcarevets.co.uk
Website
6.28 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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Trefaldwyn Vets
Trefaldwyn Veterinary Clinic
Forden Road
Montgomery
Powys
SY15 6EU
01686 668234
info@trefaldwynvets.com
8.05 miles
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Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

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

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Pigs

Poultry

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Local Dog Walks

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.
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Lancashire
4.66 miles

Park At The Bog Car Park, Just Past The Visitor Centre (Grid Ref: So 357 977).
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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.
8.21 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.
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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
13.43 miles

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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
14.79 miles

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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
14.89 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.
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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin.
The Wrekin
Lancashire
18.78 miles

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