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About Bishop's Castle

Bishop's Castle is a historic market town in southwest Shropshire, positioned strategically in the Clun Valley near the Welsh border. Reach it via the A488 from Shrewsbury or Knighton, or approach from the east through country lanes from Church Stretton. The town serves as an excellent base for exploring the Shropshire Hills, with around a dozen EV charging points available. It's home to the Three Tuns, one of Britain's smallest breweries, which has operated continuously since 1642.

Where is Bishop's Castle on the map?

Bishop's Castle is in England, at 52.492, -3.002 - about 18 km south of Tankerville.

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The closest airport to Bishop's Castle is Birmingham Airport, 128 km (about 1 h 39 min by car).

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