Waldcote Hall

Waldcote Hall overlooks a small village in South Shropshire. The house is home to the Parish family, who have lived here for almost half a century, and offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience what it might be like to live on a country estate with private lake.

The main hall can sleep up to 25 guests in 3 self contained apartments on the top floor of the Hall. Additional self catering apartments within the estate are available to sleep groups of up to 63. Please note that the owners live within the main hall in their own private part of the building.

Several apartments on the top floor within the main building at Waldcote Hall are available for holiday lettings, sleeping up to 25 guests. It provides a unique opportunity to relax in spectacular surroundings and experience a holiday that is quintessentially English.

All the apartments within the Hall have well equipped kitchens, dining and living areas, bathrooms (some with showers), colour televisions and wood burning fires. The apartments have great character and beautiful views from many of the windows. They are furnished with antiques, cosy armchairs, warm fabrics, comfortable beds, an eclectic collection of paintings and a wide variety of books. The owners live discreetly on the ground floor within the main building.

The gardens cover over 30 acres, including one of the finest Arboretums in Britain with a rich profusion of tree, shrub and herbaceous plantings. The estate also encompasses two fishing pools and a mile-long lake.

The Turkey, Oak and Lime avenue leads to the gateway to the Hall, which overlooks lawns, rosebeds and a rolling meadow falling away to the lake with the Long Mynd in the distance. Behind the Hall and Ballroom are gardens with a diverse display of Rhododendrons and Azaleas, best seen between May and June. Pathways lead up into the Arboretum beyond, with some 26 acres of trees. Different trees are forever being added and amongst the notable specimens is a huge Douglas Fir, planted by Lord Powis in 1842 and once one of the largest trees of its kind in Britain.

In addition to traditional garden features, such as ornamental pools, Azalea walkways, wildflower borders, laburnum archways, statues and rose borders, there are a few surprises: such as an authentic American Teepee and a Russian Church complete with gilded turrets.

*Please note, locations shown on the maps are approximations only

Waldcote Hall overlooks a small village in South Shropshire.

The lake to the front of the Hall is divided by a causeway. Ludlow Angling Association have the fishing rights to one side of this causeway and Birmingham to the other. Tickets can be purchased in advance, at the post office or on the bank. Fishing costs £3.50 per rod per day. To the rear of the Hall in the Arboretum are 2 more fishing lakes. These are stocked with Perch, Tench and Pike.

Our 20ft x 40ft "All Weather Surface" is the ideal place to learn basic horsemanship, build your confidence and improve your riding technique. We offer lessons for all ages and experience in beautiful surroundings and a safe environment. Small group rides in outstanding countryside are available in the private estate. For the more experienced, venture out onto bridleways of Shropshire, including woodland rides.

Bury Ditches and Colstey Woods: A well preserved Bronze Age hill fort at the summit of Forestry Commission woodland. There are marvellous, panoramic views over the surrounding countryside, a picnic area and car park. Shell fossils abound in the stones around the fort. Graded walks and a nature trail give visitors the opportunity to see the woodland and its wildlife.

Offa's Dyke: The ancient ditch and dyke which once formed the England/Wales border runs a few miles to the west of Bishop's Castle and this stretch contains some of the best preserved examples of the original earthwork. Many serious walkers do the whole length - a holiday in itself - but it is well worth walking short sections.

The Long Mynd: The dramatic hogs back hill which lies between Bishop's Castle and Church Stretton, its steep escarpment facing west towards the former. It is the most southerly moor of its type in England, and has completely breathtaking views. The Portway, a Roman road, runs along its ridge and many public footpaths give access.

Any amount of catering or services are available at additional cost on request.

The 12 hour ballroom cost to hire is £4,400 and 24 hour is £4,900.

- Security deposit: £1000. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection.
- Linen & towels: All linen and bath towels are included in the rental price.
- Energy costs: Included in the rental price.
- End of stay cleaning: Included. Please leave the property in the state that you found it.
- Arrival time: 4pm onwards.
- Departure time: 10am.
- Pets: Pets are welcomed.
- Smoking: No smoking in the property.
- It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property.