Old Rectory Of St James B&B, Telford (Shropshire)

17th Century rectory situated in Telford. Full of charm, character and history with extensive gardens.

Summary 17th century buildings Breakfast included Free car parking (on site) No smoking Children welcome Facilities Free broadband access Shared gardens Children's cots Children's games Woodland walks Television DVD library

Food and Drinks Continental breakfast (included) English breakfast (included) Lunch available (at additional cost) Dinner available (at additional cost) Picnic area Nearby recreations Recommended walks Pub (walking distance) Museums (a short drive) Historic houses Gardens Golf course (a short drive) Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Introduction

Originally the Rectory of St James' Church dating from the 17th Century. The Old Rectory has been a haven for guests for many years, offering quality bed and breakfast accommodation. Close to the bustling centre of Telford, the footpaths over the Shropshire hills and historic Ironbridge. Be assured of a friendly and homely welcome as you enjoy a tray of home made cakes on your arrival and fresh flowers in your bedroom. Choose from generously proportioned double, twin and disabled bedrooms that retain many original features and have views over the garden and church. Tea and coffee making facilities included with selection of homemade biscuits for you to enjoy, flat screen television with integral DVD player, USB playback with Freeview and wireless broadband. Large bathrooms with luxury towelling dressing gowns and quality designer toiletries.

History to the present day

The building appears first in the records of 1612, when Robert Bell was the Rector. There may well have been a priest's house here from the time of the church’s foundation in the 12th Century, and certainly from the early 13th Century when the parish of Stirchley was carved out of that Shifnal. In 1662, during the incumbency of George Arden, the Rectory was described as 'an house and barn wth. other buildings wth. two yards adjoyning to ye Church yard.' A yard at that time referred to a loosely defined area of land. In 1698 as a result of a visitation by the Bishop of Lichfield and Coventry during the tenure of George Arden Junior, it was said to be a two-bay house with a separate kitchen. 

Food and Drinks

A well cooked English breakfast is included made with locally produced ingredients, homemade bread and jams, plus eggs from the properties own hens. Breakfast is served in the charming dining area, with it's exposed beams and open fireplace. Freshly made packed lunches, delicious afternoon teas, and evening meals can be ordered on request. Alcoholic beverages can be served with evening meals but are required to be purchased by the guest and can be stored in the properties fridges for a small charge. 

Grounds and gardens

Set within an acre of grounds the garden slopes down from the house, providing views through the trees. Mainly lawn with rose beds and shrubbery providing colour and scent in summer. The house owns a number of chickens, grows vegetables and soft fruit. Guests are welcome to use a bbq area in the grounds. Access to the top of the garden is possible for the less mobile and there is a block paved path from the house to a patio with seating, affording views down the garden.

Other facilities

A cosy television lounge available with digital channels and dvd player. Free car parking.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Adrian Brown, Old Rectory Of St James, Stirchley Village, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 1DY, United Kingdom

Address: The Old Rectory of St James, Stirchley Village, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 1DY

Check In: 4.30pm  Check Out: 10.00am

Directions: From Junction 4 of the M54, follow the directions to Bridgnorth (A442) and leave at the Stirchley Interchange. From Holmer Farm Road, turn right at the first roundabout, then first left. The playing fields are on the left;  turn first left after the speed reduction area into Stirchley Road. The Old Rectory of St James is on the left.

Nearest station: Telford

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Dining Area

Fireplace

Original Fireplaces