Granville Country Park

The grounds at Granville Country Park sprawl across enough land to lose a good afternoon without trying. It's a proper working estate just outside Shifnal, with woodland walks, open fields, and the sort of quiet you don't find near town centres. The park itself centres on the old house - you can't always get inside, but the grounds are the draw anyway. Families with younger kids will appreciate the open space and paths that don't require scrambling up hills. Walkers should allow at least ninety minutes to do the place justice, though you could easily stretch it to three hours if you're taking photographs or just sitting about. The woodland sections are lovely in autumn when the light filters through proper golden. It gets muddy after rain, so decent boots are worth it. For caravanning families based at Ted's Farm just down the road, this makes a solid half-day outing without the faff of driving anywhere distant. Irongorge Camping is a bit further afield but still within striking distance if you're planning a loose itinerary around south Shropshire. Check ahead for seasonal opening times and whether the house is open for viewing - that changes year to year. It's not going to blow your mind if you're after something dramatic, but it's exactly the sort of place that reminds you why a quiet park holiday beats screaming round theme parks.