Merrington
in Shropshire of England, United Kingdom

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
52.782 and -2.785 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 52° 46' 56" and W -2° 47' 4"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 07:04 AM (Sunday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:51 am and 4:05 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.817 and 170.717 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Otakou
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Discover Merrington

Merrington in Shropshire (England) is a city in United Kingdom about 143 mi (or 230 km) north-west of London, the country's capital city.

Local time in Merrington is now 07:04 AM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of zero hours. We know of 10 airports in the vicinity of Merrington, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Hawarden Airport in a distance of 29 mi (or 46 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal in a distance of 14 mi (or 23 km), North-West. Also, if you like golfing, there are a few options in driving distance. Looking for a place to stay? we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Bicton, Clive, Petton, Shrewsbury and Astley. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 13°C / 56 °F

Morning Temperature 15°C / 59 °F
Evening Temperature 10°C / 50 °F
Night Temperature 9°C / 49 °F
Chance of rainfall 19%
Air Humidity 82%
Air Pressure 988 hPa
Wind Speed Strong breeze with 20 km/h (13 mph) from North
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Moderate rain

Monday, 25th of November 2024

8°C (47 °F)
5°C (41 °F)
Broken clouds, fresh breeze.

Tuesday, 26th of November 2024

7°C (44 °F)
3°C (37 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, few clouds.

Wednesday, 27th of November 2024

6°C (43 °F)
2°C (36 °F)
Sky is clear, light breeze, clear sky.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa

Address
2,3 mi
Ellesmere Road Albrighton
SY4 3AG SHREWSBURY
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Albright Hussey Manor

Address
2,7 mi
Ellesmere Road
SY4 3AF Albrighton
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Burlton Inn

Address
3,5 mi
Burlton
SY4 5TB Burlton,Shrewsbury
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury by Compass Hospitality

Address
5,4 mi
Wyle Cop
SY1 1UY Shrewsbury
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Three Tuns Hotel

Address
4,5 mi
6 The High Street
SG6 5NL Ashwell
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


TRAVELODGE SHREWSBURY BATTLEFIELD

Address
3,7 mi
BATTLEFIELD ROUNDABOUT JUNCTION A49 AND A53
SY4 3EQ SHREWSBURY
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Shrewsbury North (Harmer Hill)

Address
5,1 mi
HARMER HILL SHROPSHIRE
SY4 3DS Shrewsbury
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Shrewsbury Town Centre

Address
5,1 mi
SMITHFIELD ROAD
SY1 1QB SHREWSBURY
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


ABBOTS MEAD HOTEL

Address
5,5 mi
ST JULIAN'S FRIARS 9 & 10
SY1 1XL SHREWSBURY
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Trains at Shrewsbury Feb 2015

Published: February 22, 2015
Length: 37:20 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: UbleyHalt

I spent an hour at Shrewsbury station before going off to discover the town and my heritage. Whilst at the station I spied Class 153 327 for Wrexham, Class 170 504 for Birmingham New Street...


221143 departing after arriving with the first Virgin Euston - Shrewsbury train 14.12.14

Published: December 15, 2014
Length: 08:37 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Steve Llewellyn

221143 departing after arriving with the first Virgin Euston - Shrewsbury train 14.12.14.


Shrewsbury Railway Station Feb 2015

Published: February 22, 2015
Length: 32:36 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: UbleyHalt

A video tour of Shrewsbury Railway Station on a dull and cold February Saturday morning.


Shrewsbury Ghost Tour

Published: November 09, 2011
Length: 14:27 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: visitshropshire

Part of the Destination Shrewsbury interactive map at visitshrewsburymap.co.uk.


Global Dance Project, full show, Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2012

Published: December 03, 2012
Length: 29:27 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: shrewsburyfolkfest

Global Dance Project, FULL SHOW, Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2012 Saturday 25th August, 2012 Shrewsbury Folk Festival commissioned a global dance show for the 2012. Under the guidance of ...


AMF Bowling Shrewsbury trick shot competition

Published: February 02, 2013
Length: 52:44 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: AMF Bowling Shrewsbury

Hello Youtube and facebook! This is our first video and we thought of no better way to celebrate but to make a competition out of it! Have a look at the trick shot videos we've liked on our...


Advanced Website Design Shrewsbury Ltd

Published: January 23, 2015
Length: 30:14 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Advanced WebsiteDesign

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Shrewsbury Amateur Operatic Society Nuns on the run

Published: April 11, 2015
Length: 01:02 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Christine Greaves

Just a normal Saturday in the Quarry Park, Shrewsbury. http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/shows/musicals-1150/sister-act/


7 1/4 gauge Steam at BGR broomfield garden railway 7.25 GWR great western railway 1101 dock tank

Published: June 02, 2012
Length: 43:38 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Steve Llewellyn

a video around what was broomfield garden railway in Shropshire.


Total Recall Performs Can't Explain

Published: January 20, 2010
Length: 07:09 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Total Recall Performs

Total Recall are at it again with a superb cover of a classic by The Who. I refuse to explain the "video" (mainly because i can't)


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Bomere Heath

Bomere Heath is a village in Shropshire, England lying north of the county town of Shrewsbury and in between Baschurch and Harlescott. It is situated between the A528 road and Berwick Road. The village sports a convenience store, a post office, chip shop, hairdressers,and a pub, The Red Lion. It is the main village of the Pimhill parish. The parish is now known as "Bomere Heath and District". Nearby, to the north, is the small village of Merrington.

Located at 52.7725, -2.781 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Shropshire

Myddle

Myddle—also formerly known as Mydle, Middle, Midle, M'dle, Meadley and Medle—is a small village in Shropshire, England, about 10 miles north of Shrewsbury, the county town of Shropshire. Myddle lies in the parish of Myddle with Broughton-le-Strange. The 2001 census recorded a population of 1,142 in the village. In a book written about Myddle in 1700, the author, Richard Gough, describes the parish community and its doings, and his work has been used as a study of human relations.

Located at 52.8106, -2.78778 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Shropshire

Harmer Hill

Harmer Hill is a village in Shropshire, England on the A528 south of Wem and north of Shrewsbury. The name Harmer comes from the two words "hare" and "mere", as there was a lake situated in a plain below the hill, but it was drained in the 15th century for farm land. The village is home to two pubs, The Bridgewater Arms and the Red Castle. There is a village hall and chapel. Harmer Hill has many apparent Ghosts, including the "White Lady".

Located at 52.799, -2.766 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Shropshire

Leaton railway station

Leaton railway station was a minor station located about six miles north of Shrewsbury on the GWR’s Paddington to Birkenhead main line. Today this is part of the Shrewsbury to Chester line. It was at the top of the long climb up Hencote bank out of Shrewsbury. The station building (now a private house) can still be seen on the north side of the adjacent Leaton level crossing on the east side of the line.

Located at 52.7638, -2.7811 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in Shropshire, Former Great Western Railway stations, Railway stations opened in 1848, Railway stations closed in 1960

Oldwoods Halt railway station

Oldwoods Halt was a minor station located north of Shrewsbury on the GWR’s Paddington to Birkenhead Woodside main line. It was opened in the nineteen thirties as part of the GWR's halt construction programme, aimed at combatting growing competition from bus services. Today the route is part of the Shrewsbury to Chester line. Nothing now remains of the halt although the area of the adjacent goods siding/s can still be seen on the west side of the line.

Located at 52.7776, -2.8094 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in Shropshire, Former Great Western Railway stations, Railway stations opened in 1933, Railway stations closed in 1960

Merrington, Shropshire

Merrington is a small village in Shropshire, England. It is situated to the north of the larger village of Bomere Heath and lies in the parish of Pimhill. Nearby, to the west, is the hamlet of Old Woods.

Located at 52.7825, -2.7845 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Shropshire, Shrewsbury and Atcham

Pimhill

Pimhill is a geographically large civil parish in Shropshire, England, to the north of Shrewsbury. It is named after a hill, which rises to 163m, sometimes spelt Pim Hill. In recent times the parish is more well known as "Bomere Heath and District".

Located at 52.785, -2.76 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Civil parishes in Shropshire, Local government in Shropshire, Hills of Shropshire, Shrewsbury and Atcham

Leaton

Leaton is a small village in Shropshire, England. It is situated on the B5067, Shrewsbury to Baschurch road, in the parish of Pimhill. The village has an impressive church, the Holy Trinity. This was built in 1859, with the tower added in 1872. The Shrewsbury to Chester Line runs through, though the nearest railway station is at Shrewsbury, as the former Leaton railway station closed to passengers in 1960. The signal box went in 1988, but today there remains a level crossing.

Located at 52.76, -2.7885 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Shropshire