Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd
Take a walk across the wildlife-rich heathland and enjoy the views across the Shropshire Hills, or simply play in the stream in the valley.
Visiting information for this winter
In England and Northern Ireland, our gardens, parks and countryside remain open for local people to exercise. Shops, houses and other indoor areas are closed, and cafés are takeaway only. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors from the nearby community remains our priority and we urge you to book your visits in advance and stay local. All places in Wales are currently closed. Please check the property webpage before you travel.
Winter Wildlife on Long Mynd
The wildlife might be harder to spot at this time of year, but if you really look hard there is lots to see.
Spring wildlife on the Long Mynd
Listen for the distinctive call of the Red Grouse and, if you're lucky, catch a glimpse of the rare Bilberry Bumble Bees buzzing around New Pool Hollow.
Summer wildlife on the Long Mynd
The heather comes in to flower and the top of the hill becomes a sea of purple, while down in Carding Mill Valley the dragonflies are out and patrolling their territories up and down the stream.
Autumn wildlife on the Long Mynd
A new season means another distinctive change in colour - the gorse is in flower and the bracken is dying back, turning from vibrant green to rusty brown.
