Parish in Shropshire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.492, -2.695 |
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| OS grid ref: | SO 52 88 |
| Dialling code: | 01694 (Church Stretton) |
The parish of Munslow sits amid the rolling countryside of Shropshire, a largely rural area of small fields, hedgerows and stone cottages. The settlement is dispersed, with the main village and outlying hamlets such as Aston Munslow linked by narrow lanes and a network of footpaths that attract walkers exploring the nearby Shropshire Hills.
Historically the name is notable - Munslow gave its name to a medieval hundred - and the parish still contains several historic buildings and a parish church with medieval origins. Today the local economy is dominated by agriculture with some small rural businesses and tourism, while community life centres on village events and the village hall, reflecting a strong local identity despite easy access to larger towns.
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