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Whitchurch

Built-up area in Shropshire, England

Coordinates:52.97, -2.683
OS grid ref:SJ 54 41
Population:9,710
Dialling code: 01948

Whitchurch in Shropshire, England sits close to the English-Welsh border on the banks of the River Tern and alongside the Shropshire Union Canal. The market town has a long history reaching back to Saxon and medieval times, reflected in a compact centre of Georgian and Victorian buildings and a continuing market tradition.

The town combines local agriculture and light industry with a commuter population thanks to rail links towards Crewe and Shrewsbury, and retains an active community life - weekly markets, heritage groups, sports clubs and small festivals keep a strong civic spirit. Whitchurch’s mix of historic character, waterways and transport connections makes it a quietly attractive hub for the surrounding rural area and for visitors exploring north Shropshire and neighbouring Wales.

Postcode districts covering Whitchurch

Nearby towns and villages

Neighbouring places

Transport links

  • Airport Liverpool John Lennon Airport 26.1 miles41.9 km
  • Airport Manchester Airport 31.5 miles50.6 km
  • Railway station Whitchurch Railway Station 0.5 miles0.8 km
  • Railway station Prees Railway Station 4.9 miles7.8 km

Local points of interest

  • Combermere Abbey Archaeological site 3.4 miles5.4 km
  • Cholmondeley Castle Estate 6 miles9.6 km
  • Whattal Castle Historic site 9.7 miles15.5 km
  • Aldersey Hall Estate 10.2 miles16.5 km
  • Bangor Racecourse Recreation 10.4 miles16.7 km
  • Doddington Hall Estate 10.9 miles17.5 km
  • Blore Heath Historic site 12 miles19.4 km
  • Alexandra Stadium Stadium 13.1 miles21.1 km
  • Poulton Abbey Historic site 13.5 miles21.8 km
  • Erddig Country house 14 miles22.5 km
  • Eaton Hall Estate 14 miles22.6 km
  • Crewe Hall Estate 14.1 miles22.8 km

Example postcodes in Whitchurch