Market Drayton Attractions
Market Drayton (pop. 8,900) is located northeast of Shrewsbury. The town is most noted for its culinary offerings including Gingerbread prepared from a secret recipe, Muller yoghurts as well as Palethorpes quiches and pies.
Hodnet Hall in Market Drayton, near Shrewsbury, is the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. Heber-Percy. The garden landscaping includes lakes, pools, forest trees, flowers and shrubs set in 60 acres. This is a favourite destination in the early summer when the shrub roses and herbaceous borders are in bloom. The garden has been featured on television and is considered to be among the finest in England.
Address:
Hodnet Hall Gardens, Market Drayton TF9 3NN, England
Hours:
March 25 to September 30: 12pm-5pm; Closed: Mon
Tips: Open Bank Holiday Mondays.
Group discount rates for parties of 25 or more.
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service
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