Shops & Restaurants
Described by John Betjeman as "the loveliest town in England" - and by Country Life as "the most vibrant small town in the country" - nearby Ludlow is regarded as the UK's 'food capital' and, despite its diminutive size, has more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other town in the country.
The town also has a number of attractions in its own right. In particular, the team at Upper Norton has a supply of 'Passports to Craven Arms' - offering £1 per person discounts for: the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre; Land of Lost Content; Acton Scott; Mickey Miller's Play Barn and Stokesay Castle.
The nearest town, Craven Arms - approximately two and a half miles away - has all 'the essentials', including two supermarkets, a chemist, bakery, butchers, two banks, a post office and petrol stations.
Markets
Shropshire Hills Farmers' Markets
Craven Arms - first Saturday of the month, Discovery Centre 9am - 2pm
Church Stretton - second and fourth Friday of the month, Market Square 9am - 1pm
Ludlow - second and fourth Thursday of the month, Castle Square, 9am - 2pm
Much Wenlock - first and third Friday of the month, Guild Hall 9am - 1pm
Bishop's Castle - third Saturday of the month, in and around the town hall, 9am - 2pm
Knighton - second and fourth Saturday of the month, Community Centre, 9.30am - 1.30pm
Onsite facilities
Upper Norton is intended principally to provide a peaceful 'rural retreat' for walkers, nature lovers, and Bondholders seeking simply to 'recharge the batteries' in idyllic, tranquil surroundings.
The combined clubroom/information room includes a billiards and separate games room, book and DVD library. And the onsite laundry provides free-to-use washing machines and tumble-driers. Internet access is available.