Wem is located in North Shropshire and local archaeological finds indicate that this area was originally an Iron Age settlement, with the coming of the Saxons the town acquired the name of “Wamm” meaning marsh and is a direct reference to the marshy ground found around the River Roden which flows through the centre of the town and which, through time, has been modified to Wem. Mentioned in the Domesday Book as consisting of four manors and farms, at that time, it seems that the area was heavily wooded and local wildlife included roebuck and hawks which were in abundance in the area and today Wem is still surrounded by the Shropshire countryside, less wooded but still very much a rural setting. Around 1200 King John granted a charter to Wem confirming its status as a market town, the market is still held today on a Thursday in the Town Hall. Today Wem is a growing town, the High Street offers many local traditional shops and businesses occupying the many Georgian buildings, with excellent communications, good rail links and with a regional airport about an hour away it is a great location for those who need to commute and yet appreciate the rural surroundings that Wem has to offer.
Camping
Dentist
Ashfield House Dental Practice
Spa Dental Wem
Doctor
The Surgery
Wem and Prees Medical Practice
Farmers Market
Pub and Bar
Hawkstone Arms
Old Post Office
Raven Inn
The Albion
Restaurant
School
Solicitor
Goode & Austin
Paul F Harfitt & Co
Taxi
Sports Clubs
Wem CC (Cricket)
Wem Judo Club 98 (Martial Arts)
Shops
Williams of Wem
Wem Treacle Mine
Activities
Shropshire Steamboat Co.(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Places to Stay near Wem
Aston Lodge (0.25 miles)
Aston Lodge invites you to Wem. Set in just under one acre of gardens with ample parking we offer 10 ensuite bedrooms. We are open every day of the year and ... More
Old Rectory Hotel (0.39 miles)
The restful, friendly ambiance of this beautiful Georgian house sweeps you away immediately. As you enter the Old Rectory hotel through the Georgian pillars you are greeted with a splendid staircase. The ... More
Hawkstone Park (3.33 miles)
Stepping inside Hawkstone Park Hotel is like entering another world. Its maze of meandering corridors, high ceilings and roaring log fire are reminiscent of a much loved English setting. But don’t be ... More
Burlton Inn (4.03 miles)
The beautiful 18th century main building is situated on the road between Shrewsbury and Ellesmere. Featuring traditional wood beams, a warming snug with fireplace, an excellent period bar and a ... More
Premier Inn Shrewsbury (Harmers Hill) (4.58 miles)
A wonderful countryside location, well situated for Shrewsbury town centre, Shrewsbury Castle and historic Ironbridge Gorge. Ideally positioned within easy reach of the M54 and A49 and just over 1 mile from Yorton train station. Our ... More | visit websiteSaracens at Hadnall (5.65 miles)
The Bear at Hodnet (6.15 miles)
The Bear at Hodnet is a 16th century coaching inn offering a wide range of facilities for private and corporate guests. Allison and Ben Christie took over The Bear in ... More
Penn Peel Cottage B&B (6.42 miles)
Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa (6.80 miles)
Albright Hussey Manor Hotel (7.45 miles)
The Albright Hussey Hotel is a listed Grade II moated country house hotel renowned for its excellent accommodation, superb food, fine wines and impeccable service.
First recorded in the Domesday Book as 'Elbretone', today the Albright ... More | visit website
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