The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast

The Old Smithy, Basford Bank, Craven Arms, SY7 8HJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>37</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
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Rated exceptional
37 reviews

The peace and number of birds was wonderful (3 Red Kites, 2 Buzzards and 1 Heron) Lovely wald up the hill to see the Long Mynd,

Philip United Kingdom
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The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast

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The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast is located in Craven Arms, just 25 miles from Ironbridge Gorge and 4.5 miles from Stokesay Castle. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Clun Castle is 9.2 miles from the bed and breakfast and Ludlow Castle is 12 miles away. A flat-screen TV with streaming services is offered. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service. À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, pancakes, and fruit are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Wigmore Castle is 14 miles from The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast, while Shrewsbury Cathedral is 23 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Birmingham Airport, 74 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
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  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The peace and number of birds was wonderful (3 Red Kites, 2 Buzzards and 1 Heron) Lovely wald up the hill to see the Long Mynd,”
  • Lorna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This is the best place we have stayed in. Welcoming hosts, amazing breakfast, exceptionally clean, room is beautiful, views great, there is nothing to be negative about. 100% recommend staying here. We will definitely be back.”
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Chris and Diane were both really friendly and welcoming, Chris brought us coffee, tea and Diane's homemade cake to our room after we arrived, there was everything you could want in the room and bathroom all to a high speck, the highlight was...”

Hosted by Chris and Diane Harris

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Chris and Diane Harris
Situated in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and just 3 miles from Craven Arms, The Old Smithy is a small bed and breakfast run by Diane and Chris Harris. Its rural, 'in the middle of nowhere' location provides peace, quiet and an opportunity to relax and enjoy the beauty of our small corner of Shropshire. If you are a keen walker, The Old Smithy is ideally located for you. With access to a myriad of public footpaths from our front door, you will be able to explore the lesser known parts of south Shropshire without the crowds and soak up the spectacular views for which the AONB is renowned. The Shropshire Way is very close and whilst we are near to the Long Mynd, it is a section that is not often explored by visitors. Cyclists can also benefit from the house sitting on National Cycle Route 44 as well as being close to part of the West Midlands section of the National Byway. There are also many quiet country lanes (and hills!) as well as a number of circular routes, which vary in length and gradient, starting and finishing in nearby market towns. We can also provide a safe space to store your bicycle whilst you stay with us.
In 2012, we cycled on a tandem from Lands End to John O’Groats. Part of our journey took us through Shropshire and we loved it so much we decided to move here from Ascot, Berkshire. It took us until October 2020 to find The Old Smithy and we moved in during December 2020. Having given up our office jobs in early 2021, we spent 12 months or so renovating and decorating ready to share our beautiful corner of Shropshire with you.
The beauty of this part of Shropshire is that we are almost in the middle of nowhere and for us, that means there is no pub or restaurant within walking distance. The nearest pub providing food is the Powis Arms, which is approximately 2.5 miles away in Lydbury North (around a 5 minute drive). The towns of Bishops Castle, Ludlow and Church Stretton are a 15-20 minute drive away and also have a variety of pubs and restaurants for guests to choose from. Craven Arms boasts the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre and just outside the town is Stokesay Castle. We are also located a 20 minute drive from Ludlow and Church Stretton and 15 minutes from Bishop’s Castle. Clun, with its historical ruined castle, is also a short drive away.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

    This property doesn't offer extra beds.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Old Smithy Bed &amp; Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast

    • The prices at The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast is 3.1 miles from the center of Craven Arms. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Check-in at The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

      • Room options at The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast include:

        • Double

      • Guests staying at The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Full English/Irish
        • Vegetarian
        • Vegan
        • Gluten-free
        • À la carte