Our Cleobury Mortimer static caravan park is tucked between the Clee Hills and in the Wyre Forest.
If you’ve already discovered the rolling hills of Shropshire and are now exploring the beautiful towns and villages of this amazingly rural county, you will find Cleobury Mortimer tucked between the Clee Hills (Titterstone Clee and Brown Clee Hill) and in the Wyre Forest, it really is the perfect holiday home location for your new static caravan. Surrounded by panoramic views and wonderful walks in Cleobury Country. Named after the medieval Marcher Lords, Cleobury Mortimer can be accessed directly from Ludlow town centre via the long-distance footpath, the Mortimer Trail or the Severn Way extension to Bewdley.
Lodge Coppice – The perfect static caravan park, near Cleobury Mortimer.
If you want to buy a static caravan near Cleobury Mortimer come and visit us at Lodge Coppice Static caravan Park – our warden will show you round.
Make certain to look up and see Cleobury’s St. Mary’s Church has a crooked spire and walls that lean at an alarming angle, whilst the street curves gently down to the River Rea. Cleobury Mortimer’s High Street was once described by English poet Sir John Betjeman (who we are certain, never had a static caravan at Lodge Coppice) as “A long airy curving street of brick Georgian houses and shops in dispersed with genuine half-timbered houses, the Rea brook making a splash at the bottom of the hill.”
Lodge Coppice – The perfect static caravan park, near Cleobury Mortimer.
How close are the shops, cafes, pubs and eating houses to Lodge Coppice Static Caravan Park? There are many pubs in Cleobury Mortimer just a stroll away; try Cleobury’s own beer from the Hobson’s Brewery, one of Shropshire’s best real ales. There are also real butchers and bakers, a florist and traditional ironmongers and a well-stocked greengrocer. Look out for the cakes and the Shropshire brown loaves, from the ‘highest bakery in Shropshire’ at the top of Clee Hill.
Static Caravan owners find so many ways to enjoy Cleobury Mortimer.
Owners are free to join the Cleobury Mortimer Footpath Association, Stotty Strollers and Kinlet Countryside Group who lead guided walks throughout the year and there are self-guided walks available too.
Cleobury Country merits exploration, whether by car on foot, bicycle or horseback. The Jack Mytton Way, a long-distance cycle route and bridleway, has a spur into the town with local equestrian centres arranging treks, Lodge Coppice also links with Bank Farm Equestrian Centre possibly the counties finest equestrian centre. There are over 250 miles of amazing footpaths to discover using walking routes and guidebooks available from locally to get the best out of the glorious Cleobury Country, look out for the local Footpath Association programme of guided walks with local people who know the landscape well.
Looking around the town? The Wyre Forest Visitor Centre guides your discovery of its area and the Clee Hills endless possibilities for independent exploration. Walk to the summit of Brown Clee, look due east and there is nothing higher until you reach the Urals, truly breath taking!
Postman Pat…had nothing on Simon Evans
Near St. Mary’s Church the start of a published walk, the Simon Evans Way, which follows the footsteps of a writer and broadcaster who was once the postman in Cleobury Mortimer. Seventy years ago, Simon Evans who had been gassed and wounded in WWI, was prescribed “a little walking to strengthen my weakened legs and fresh air … to strengthen my lungs.” Such a shame Simon wouldn’t have known the team at Lodge Coppice. He carried the mail over 75,000 miles around Cleobury Mortimer. His books and broadcasts on the wireless captured the charm of the town and in particular of his ‘round’, along the River Rea. The Simon Evans Way traces his route and twists and turns along the meanders of the beautiful river Rea to form a figure of eight from the old post office, up and down the valley.
Static Caravan owners visit St. Mary’s Church – Cleobury Mortimer
Don’t miss the crooked steeple of St. Mary’s. The church originally dates from the 12th century and has a 16th century octagonal wooden spire which over time has gained its twisted appearance.
The interior is not for those of nervous disposition with Betjemen (another non static caravan owner) observing: “The whole church seems to have slipped out of shape. Inside there isn’t a straight arch or doorway.” The local guide explains: “A prominent feature is the leaning of the walls and pillars, probably resulting from a combination of a badly tied roof at one period and ground movement” but local hero Thomas Telford (now it is believed, TT did have the desire to own a static caravan at Lodge Coppice), one of England’s most famous engineers, stabilised the building in 1790.
Searching for a Static caravan near Cleobury Mortimer – check out Visitor Information
New Market Hall, Church Street – Visitor Information Point – sww the tapestry of key buildings and societies. Additional information is available at the Library/Business Centre.
Information about Cleobury Mortimer & Cleobury County – www.cleoburycountry.com
Cleobury Country Walks – individual guides including the Simon Evans way and a set of 12 Walks Guides – available in local shops. Stottesden area walks – available only at the shop at the clocks, adjacent to the Fighting Cocks pub.
Guided Local Walks throughout the year vary from 3 – 7 miles. Cleobury Mortimer Footpath Association.
Look out for Cleobury circular cycle trail leaflets in the Visitor Information Point.
Key Events
Chorley Show
August
One of the best small village shows in Shropshire.
Borders Classic Bike Show
September
Weekend of static displays by classic motorbike enthusiasts – information on 01299 270642