A country feel that’s close to town
Tuesday 19th August 2008, 5:00PM BST.
The gorgeous home of Shropshire racing horse breeder Val Hughes really does offer the best of both worlds, in terms of position. Cathy Stanworth explores…

Lying in a semi-rural location on the edge of Whitchurch, bordered by fields, former farmhouse, Laurel Bank, is also within walking distance of town.
It has all of its original features – either retained and restored – while it’s other ‘wow’ factor features include a wonderful big lawned garden with terrace plus a great rear facing first floor balcony from which to enjoy the view.
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