Rowton Castle
Shropshire
📍 Alberbury with Cardeston, SY5 9EP
Photo: Rob Newman (CC BY-SA 2.0)
- 17th-century Grade II listed castle set in 17 acres
- Exclusive-use wedding venue with 19 individually decorated bedrooms
- Victorian walled garden adds character to the grounds
- Cedar Restaurant serves locally sourced British dishes
- Convenient for travellers from the North West and West Midlands
Rowton Castle is a 17th-century, Grade II listed castle set within 17 acres of grounds just moments from the historic market town of Shrewsbury, Shropshire. The castle offers 19 individually decorated en-suite bedrooms, an enchanting Victorian walled garden, and the relaxed, stylish Cedar Restaurant, where locally sourced British dishes are simply cooked and carefully presented. Weddings are held on an exclusive-use basis, with the castle also hosting intimate gatherings, corporate events and filming. It is conveniently located within easy reach of Liverpool, Manchester and Chester, making it well placed for visitors from the North West and West Midlands. Nearby, you can explore Shrewsbury's museums, including Shrewsbury Museum and the Soldiers of Shropshire Museum, both just a short drive away, with Shrewsbury station also within easy reach.
How far to…
- Station
- 7.2 miles
- Shrewsbury Museum (The Music Hall)
- 6.9 miles
- Soldiers of Shropshire Museum
- 7.2 miles
Accommodation on site
- Rooms
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Facilities
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Parking
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