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Canal Barn

The exterior of Canal Barn, Shropshire
The exterior of Canal Barn, Shropshire | © National Trust / Mike Henton
The sitting and dining room at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The exterior and shared garden of Berwick Barns, Shropshire

Canal Barn

A welcoming retreat in a cluster of barns on the Attingham Park Estate.

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The sitting and dining room at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The exterior and shared garden of Berwick Barns, Shropshire
The exterior of Canal Barn, Shropshire
The entrance hall at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The open-plan sitting and dining room at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The sitting and dining room at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The dining area in the open-plan sitting and dining room at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The kitchen at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The king sized bedroom at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The twin bedroom at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The bathroom at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The outdoor seating and shared garden at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The outdoor table and chairs at Canal Barn, Shropshire
The shared garden of Berwick Barns, Shropshire
The exterior and shared garden of Berwick Barns, Shropshire
Fields in the area surrounding the barns - Tern, Wharf, Canal, Severn and Forge - on the Attingham Park estate, Shropshire
The path from the holiday barns to the rest of the Attingham Park estate, Shropshire
Trails at Attingham Park, Shropshire
The entrance gates to Attingham Park, Shropshire
The mansion at Attingham Park, Shropshire
The walled garden at Attingham Park, Shropshire
The walled garden at Attingham Park, Shropshire
Attingham Park, Shropshire
The bridge on the estate at Attingham Park, Shropshire
The River Tern and bridge on the Attingham Park estate, Shropshire
The River Tern on the Attingham Park estate, Shropshire
Fields in the area surrounding the barns - Tern, Wharf, Canal, Severn and Forge - on the Attingham Park estate, Shropshire

© National Trust/Mike Henton

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A welcoming retreat in a cluster of barns on the Attingham Park Estate.

  • Guests

    4

    Bedrooms

    2

    Acorn rating

    3What's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    2

    Reference

    018013

    Canal Barn is one of five converted barns in the quiet, northern part of the Attingham Park Estate, surrounded by 4,000 acres of parkland, woodland and fields. Built in two phases between the late 1800s and mid-1900s as a cowhouse and hayloft, the barn is now a light and comfortable space with plenty of character and charm. The five barns share an enclosed garden, with a lawn, Dutch barn and firepit, and each have their own outdoor spot with a table and chairs.

    There are many walks, cycle routes and waterways on the estate. A canal leads from the bottom of the drive to Berwick Wharf. You’ll have free entry to Attingham Park with its Georgian mansion, garden, orchard and natural play area, and you can explore the parkland out of hours when other visitors have gone home for the day. Attingham’s Carriage House Café, Stables Shop and second-hand bookshop are open every day.

    The village of Atcham and local pubs are 3 miles away, and the vibrant town of Shrewsbury is a 15-minute drive. Close by, there are canals, the rivers Severn and Tern, great Shropshire walks, and attractions including Wroxeter Roman City and World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge.

    Larger groups can also book neighbouring barns Wharf Barn, Tern Barn, Severn Barn and Forge Barn.

    • Wi-Fi, available
    • Garden, available
    • EV charging, available
    • Fridge, available
    • Freezer, available
    • Microwave, available
    • Open fire / wood burner, available
    • Television, available
    • DVD, available
    • Washing machine, available
    • Dishwasher, available
    • Tumble dryer, available
    • Cot & high chair, available
    • Bike storage, available
    • Countryside, available
    • Near National Trust attraction, available
    • Trails, available

    EV charging: The electric vehicle charging points are shared by the five barns.

    What's provided in a National Trust holiday cottage?

Book together

Together these neighbouring barns sleep up to 23 guests, and they all welcome dogs. With a shared lawn, firepit and Dutch barn as well as their own patio areas, they're a great option for family and friends holidaying together. They have electrical vehicle charging points and bike storage.

The family bedroom at Severn Barn, Shropshire

Severn Barn 

This barn sleeps five, with one family bedroom with both a king-size bed and a single bed as well as a double bedroom, both with exposed beams.

The outdoor seating at Tern Barn, Shropshire

Tern Barn 

This barn has glass doors from the sitting room opening onto a patio. Sleeps four.

The exterior of Canal Barn, Shropshire

Canal Barn 

This barn has two bedrooms, both with floor-to-ceiling windows. Sleeps four.

The sitting room at Forge Barn, Shropshire

Forge Barn 

This single-storey barn has accessible features in the shower room and kitchen. Sleeps four.

The outdoor seating area of Wharf Barn, Shropshire

Wharf Barn 

This barn has lots of exposed beams and brick walls. Sleeps six.

Things to see and do at Attingham Park

You can follow a path from the barns through the estate to enjoy all Attingham Park has to offer. You have free entry to all National Trust places during your stay.

Attingham Park 

An 18th-century estate for all seasons with 200 acres of parkland and Regency Mansion

Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Fully open today
Exterior view of Mansion with autumnal tees surrounding, Attingham Park, Shropshire

Wildlife walk at Attingham Park 

Shropshire & Staffordshire

Watch out for a wide range of wildlife, including fallow deer, ducks, swans and otters on this circular walk in the beautiful parkland of this great estate.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 2.5 (km: 4)
Swan on the river at Attingham Park, Shropshire

A family day out at Attingham Park 

Spend time together in nature and history at Attingham Park. There’s space for kids to run free, spots to picnic and trails to explore. Here’s everything you need to plan a family day out.

Person in orange beanie and striped shirt sitting on a large fallen tree in a leafless forest under a clear blue sky.

Accessibility at Attingham 

Everyone is welcome at Attingham Park. Read more to discover how you can best access this special place, full information on accessing different areas of Attingham, and making the most of your visit.

Visitor on buggy exploring the walled garden at Attingham Park, Shropshire

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