Places to visit in Shropshire – Waterways

The River Severn runs through Shropshire after its inception 60 miles upstream from the Plynlimon mountain range. Passing through Montford to Shrewsbury, Atcham to Cressage and onwards to Ironbridge before winding through Coalport and Bridgnorth. Other bodies of water...

5 Best Places to Visit in Shropshire

Shropshire is a wonderful county that is filled with exciting things to do and beautiful places to visit. So whilst visiting Shropshire, why not check out these 5 places. ….. 1. Ironbridge The World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge, one of only 19 World Heritage...

Full Day Canoe Hire from Atcham to Ironbridge

Hi Folks! One of our more frequently asked questions regarding all our boat hire is the full day canoe and kayak hire from Atcham to Ironbridge. Hire a canoe with paid access at the start point in Atcham by booking with Shropshire Raft Tours. The trip is a 14.8 mile...

Bridge over flooded waters.

Hi Folks. Very hard times ahead for many of the Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale, Jackfield, Buildwas and Coalport residents with houses and businesses underwater numerous times this season. We as one of the businesses have found this time very trying too with our...

Raft school……… Just an idea

Hello folks! Dead of winter with Christmas and New Year and the down time out of season can be frustrating. What to do? Well this came from one of our guides who has seen this in practice in other countries. During half term, parents are always looking for things to...

School trips

Hello everyone. Sorry it’s been a long time since our last blog but the business has grown from strength to strength with a key market opening up for us. The initial idea was to attract tour groups to the area to enjoy our scenic float tours. Although we have gained...

Stumbling on an activity by accident

Hi Folks! Is your glass half full? We try to be here at Shropshire Raft Tours and although Easter has been wet and cold, we have seen a gap in the market when it comes to opportunities. You saw over Christmas, we received our 10ft mini-rafts and that has been a great...

Season kicking off!

Hi Folks! Hope Spring is springing where you are and you are ready to go for the outdoor season. Its been a cold cold winter so it’s time to put that behind us (please). We are hoping the 4 year hot summer cycle is coming our way following world cup football...