Homes with gorgeous gardens
From mature damson orchards and perfectly-pruned shrubs to vast lawns and trickling streams, we've tracked down some of the best gardens of properties for sale in the region, each packed with character.
Above: The stunning gardens at Ludford Mill, near Ludlow, were probably first laid around 1911 by the Arts & Craft's architect Basil Stallybrass. Present owners have enhanced the gardens, which now incorporate a rock garden, a river island, a bog garden, a croquet lawn and mature trees and flowering shrubs. The gardens have been featured in Country Living and in Ludlow's Secret Gardens book.
Below: The Grade II listed Ludford Mill occupies a glorious position in an historic hamlet on the River Teme. Mainly of 17th century construction, it's one of the eight corn mills that used to serve Ludlow and some of the machinery has been preserved within the house. It's currently on the market with a guide price of £725,000 through Humberts on (01584) 877778.
Above: Along with glorious views across the Teme Valley, The Coach house at Nether SKyborry in Knighton has extensive gardens and grounds of particular interest to nature and conservation lovers. It's flanked by woodland and features formal gardens, a small stream, a mature vegetable plot and a south-facing sun terrace.
Below: The Coach House itself is a most appealing three-bedroom stone residence in an elevated position in the South Shropshire countryside. It's currently on the market for offers around £450,000 through Nock Deighton on (01584) 875555.
Above: Birchwood, an executive house in Hinkshay, Telford, has beautiful gardens to the front and rear. Perched on the edge of the Town park with excellent access to local bridle ways and walks, the spacious and smartly-maintained front garden overlooks lush green countryside and an area of woodland, while the rear extends to around half an acre.
Below: The property is an individually-designed detached residence with a full range of mod cons and four bedrooms. It's currently on the market for offers around £405,000 through Nock Deighton Telford.
Above: A fantastic apartment within Ryton Hall has superb views across Ryton Church and miles of rolling Shropshire countryside towards the Wrekin. The hall stands within communal landscaped lawns with many planted beds and borders, all of which make it a wonderful setting for the building.
Below: Number 8 Ryton Hall, a one-bedroom apartment on the first floor, has beautifully-presented features including a fine dining kitchen and luxurious bathroom suite. It's for sale at around £220,000 through Berriman Eaton's Shifnal branch.
Above: Broadoaks, a detached residence in the village of Ranton Green, Stafford, is set in around 1.89 acres of magnificent landscaped formal gardens. The gardens also include a beautiful orchard, a paved sun terrace which is ideal for entertaining, and a 3.81 acre paddock.
Below: Broadoaks is set in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside and was built in 2005 to exacting standards throughout. Planning permission has been passed for the construction of a large indoor swimming pool to be attached to the property, allowing two large reception rooms in the wing to be used as a leisure complex. Offers in the region of £1,000,000 through Reeds Rains on (01785) 850241.
Above: This historic Georgian townhouse in Leominster has extensive mature gardens with gated access to the rear directly onto the Sydonia Park. Further features include a stone patio, two mature magnolia treas, lawns abutted by a stone wall, a planted rockery and an orchard area with productive apple, mulberry, damson and pear trees. There's also a Colonial-style garden store.
Below: 22 Etnam Street in Leominster, is perched in an historic street near the CAMRA real ale Public House of the year. The impressive Grade II listed period townhouse has a host of character features like a timbered staircase reputed to contain timbers dating back to the 12th century, and a large panelled drawing room. Offers around £470,000 through John Amos on (01568) 610310.
Above: Church House in Great Bolas, Telford, has grounds extending to half an acre on three sides of the cottage. The peaceful gardens, in an idyllic village location, can be enjoyed from the garden room within the cottage. Driveway space for numerous cars also makes it ideal for entertaining.
Below: The property itself is an attractive white-washed 18th century cottage, perched next to St Johns Bolas Magna Church in the village of Great Bolas, near Telford. It has four bedrooms, many original features and is on the market for around £435,000 through Nock Deighton Telford.
