Albrighton in Shropshire, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Albrighton, home of the English Rose
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, May 19, 2026
1. Albrighton, home of the English Rose Marker
The village was granted Borough status in 1303, and a mace of 1662 confirming its renewal is kept in St. Mary's church. Most of the village history concerns the High Street with its lime trees, half timbered buildings and interesting public houses. The building of the railway in 1848 stimulated trade and caused the village to become enlarged, and then grew considerably after the establishment of RAF Cosford in 1938. The village war memorial is of unusual design and was erected in 1921.
The Shrewsbury Arms
This impressive three storey historic 17th Century Grade II listed building is thought to have originally been built as a Manor House.
St. Mary Magdalene Church
This 12th century Parish Church is the largest church building in Albrighton with a ring of eight bells and the resting place of a number of Earls of Shrewsbury and the only Duke of Shrewsbury 1660-1718.
The War Memorial
Erected in 1921, the village war memorial is a very unusual design,
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The Crown Inn
The origin of this most attractive building can be traced back to the 16th century.
The Manor House
Built in the mid 18th Century, the Manor House was once a well established and notable school for young ladies. Pupils were boarded at the Manor House whilst teaching staff resided at the adjacent Dower House, now known as Manor Cottage. Today, both properties are residential dwellings.
The Harp Hotel
Charles Dickens is reputed to have stayed at the Harp on his way to Tong! Today it is well known for its live music and entertainment.
The Red House Village Hall
Situated in the centre of the village overlooking a pleasant landscaped area. The attractive landmark Millennium Clock was unveiled on 1st January 2000.
The Methodist Church
The Chapel was built in 1884 and the adjacent Wesley Hall Meeting Room was built in 1912, the latter has recently been refurbished.
Donington & Albrighton local nature reserve
Located in Rectory Road this is an ideal place to enjoy peace and tranquillity where wildlife flourishes. Opposite Donington Pool is a network of paths leading
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, May 19, 2026
2. The Shrewsbury Arms
Erected by Albrighton Parish Council.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 52° 38.195′ N, 2° 16.986′ W. Marker is in Albrighton, England, in Shropshire. It is on High Street, on the left when traveling west. The marker is on the south side of the street, just east of the Shrewsbury Arms. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: High Street, Albrighton, England WV7 3LZ, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Midlands. It is also on the British Marches. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within 3 kilometers of this marker, measured as the crow flies: The Story of Tong (approx. 3.3 kilometers
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, May 19, 2026
3. St Mary Magdalene Church
Credits. This page was last revised on October 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 6, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 6, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
