provide lots of train and bus services in the area
getting around
Changing To A Low-Carbon Lifestyle can appear tough if you feel locked into depending on a car to get anywhere.
The simple advice is... look for alternatives, and..... try them out.
Arriva0844 8004411 |
Arts for AllCoach service to Theatre, Dance, Music events in the region. 01743 790400 |
Bus Users ShropshireEnthusiasts working for Passengers throughout Shropshire. Have produced a simple and comprehensive Bus routes leaflet, available at Shrewsbury Coffeehouse on Castle St. c/o Shrewsbury Coffeehouse Shrewsbury |
buses and trainsUseful information on planning a journey, tickets etc, on all public transport, country wide. 0871 2000 2233 |
chargie.netDo you worry about where you are going to charge your electric vehicle? Are you put off buying an electric vehicle because of the lack of charging points? Do you have a charging point that you could let others use? chargie.net is a new idea to allow peer to peer sharing of charging points. It’s like Airbnb for EVs! |
Clun Valley OrganicsProduce locally reared organic meat and some veg. Also offers Educational tours and activities in The Bales classroom |
co-wheels shropshireShrewsbury's own Car club, has fuel-efficient cars, centred on Frankwell,Abbey Foregate and St, Julian’s Friars car parks, ready for hire for 1 hour or weeks. All processed on line and then with an easy 'smart' card entry system. Ludlow also has a car club. 0191 375 1050. |
Cyced web siteA website covering more than just Shropshire but with articles on local bike shops, cycle clubs and cycling routes. |
CyclingGreat Council website that wll help with ideas and advice, including Sustrans routes. 0345 678 9000 |
Cycling UK ShropshireOrganised social bike rides, each week from Shrewsbury town centre, on Sunday, Tuesdays and Thursdays, a broad range to suit most riders. Check the website for details http://cyclinguk.shropshire.club/ or the Facebook page Cycling UK Shropshire. https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=cycling%20uk%20shropshire |
Dial-A-RideCommunity transport for those less able 01743 450350 |
Freiburg, GermanyThis Sourh Western German city, of 220,000, has excellent and progressive policies on public transport, waste, lots of forms of sustainable energy, ecologically sound buildings, green spaces and lots more besides. see: http://www.ecotippingpoints.org |
gocycling-shropshiremobile bike repairs in the Shrewsbury, Telford, Much Wenlcok and Bridgnorth areas. 07950 397335 |
Green OilThis company suppy environmentally friendly cycle lubrication products. Their green oil is a chain lubrication oil which is entirely plant based, they also make bike cleaning products and other lubricants.
London 020 7274 8725 |
Hopesay Glebe Farmorganic fruit and veg, eggs and honey in Shrewsbury Market Hall. At the Farm there is a tea room (prior contact is advisable) next to The Shropshire Way long distance path!.
Craven Arms 01588 660 737 |
Rail RamblesOrganised rural walks accessed by train, Saturdays weekly and Wednesdays monthly. Get leaflets from Shrewsbury railway station. |
Shrewsbury & Mid-Shropshire RamblersWalking groups which start from Shrewsbury |
Shropshire Council Travelover-60s FREE off-peak local bus travel Details of the 3 Park & Ride bus services on the outskirts. 0345 678 9006 |
Shropshire Hills Shuttle Busweekends & Bank Hol Mondays bus service into the hils. Choice of 2 routes. (Not winter). |
Shropshire RamblersA strong ramblers group exists in Shropshire |
shropshire walkingPossibly more demanding walks for families |
Shropshire Young Ramblers (20-30s)For those between 20-30 |
Stretton Climate CareClimate care action group. Great website. |
The man in seat 61Great advice on travelling by train to Europe |
TrainFor train times, fares, & to buy tickets – try bestfarefinder for cheapest tickets 08457 48 49 50 |
TransportOften cars are hired to drive a couple of people and their guests just a few miles - using a more environmentally friendly option can also save money. If the venue is less than a mile, why not walk? Alternatively use public transport, or a horse and carriage. See Getting Around section. Wellington horse and carriage
01952 456 719 |
Urban Bikes UKBikes and accessories, repairs and servicing. 13/14 Stalls, Market Hall, 07828 638132 |
